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GM 2

Letter dated January 30, 2026, transmitting proposed changes to the FB 2025-27 Executive Supplemental Budget for the operating and capital improvement program budget requests for various departments.

2026 Regular Session

Hawaii proposes supplemental budget modifications adjusting operating and capital program funding allocations across state departments for fiscal years 2025-27.

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Bill Summary · GM 2

Legislative bill overview

Bill GM 2 proposes amendments to Hawaii's 2025-27 Executive Supplemental Budget, adjusting operating and capital improvement program allocations across multiple state departments. This is a budget modification request transmitted via letter on January 30, 2026, following the initial budget submission.

Why is this important

Supplemental budget adjustments allow state government to respond to changing fiscal conditions, emergencies, or revised departmental needs mid-budget cycle. These modifications directly affect the funding available for state services, infrastructure projects, and program operations that impact Hawaii residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of specificity in available information: The bill summary provides no details on which departments receive increases or decreases, making it impossible to assess which programs gain or lose resources
  • Timing and justification: Questions may arise about why adjustments are needed only months into the fiscal period and what circumstances prompted the changes
  • Capital improvement priorities: Budget reallocation between operating and capital programs could reflect competing priorities regarding immediate services versus long-term infrastructure investment

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

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