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GM 1

Dated December 18, 2025, informing the Legislature that the Executive Supplemental Budget for the Budget Period 2025-2027 and the Variance Report for FYs 2025 and 2026 are available electronically via the Department of Budget and Finance's website and transmitting The Budget in Brief - FY 27 Executive Supplemental Budget, prepared by the Department of Budget and Finance, pursuant to Article VII, Section 9, Hawaii State Constitution.

2026 Regular Session

Hawaii's Governor transmits supplemental budget adjustments and variance reports for 2025-2027 to the Legislature for consideration and approval.

Received.
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Bill Summary · GM 1

Legislative bill overview

Bill GM 1 is a transmittal document informing the Hawaii Legislature that the Executive Supplemental Budget for 2025-2027 and related variance reports are available online through the Department of Budget and Finance website. The bill formally presents "The Budget in Brief" summary document for fiscal year 2027, fulfilling constitutional requirements under Hawaii's Article VII, Section 9.

Why this is important

This bill represents the formal submission of supplemental budget adjustments that allow the Governor to request additional or reallocated funding beyond the original biennial budget. These variance reports and supplemental requests directly affect how state agencies can operate, what programs receive funding, and which services may be expanded or cut during the fiscal period.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and justification of supplemental requests – Legislators may debate whether the proposed budget adjustments are necessary or represent overspending/mismanagement by executive agencies
  • Transparency and accessibility – Questions about whether electronic-only availability adequately serves all legislators and whether summaries provide sufficient detail for proper oversight
  • Timing and urgency – Supplemental budgets submitted mid-biennium may be contested if they appear rushed or inadequately vetted by budget committees

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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