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SB 2523

MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 2523 appropriates unspecified state funding to Honolulu's IT Department to improve government technology infrastructure and service capabilities.

The committee on EIG deferred the measure.
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Bill Summary · SB 2523

Legislative bill overview

SB 2523 allocates state funding to the Department of Information Technology for the City and County of Honolulu. The bill's specific appropriation amount and intended uses are not detailed in the available legislative actions provided.

Why is this important

Technology infrastructure funding directly affects government service delivery, cybersecurity capabilities, and operational efficiency for Honolulu residents. Adequate IT investment influences everything from permit processing speed to data protection and emergency response systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of spending specificity – Without publicly available details on how funds will be allocated, taxpayers and legislators cannot assess whether the appropriation addresses genuine needs or represents wasteful spending
  • Budget prioritization – Competing demands for limited state resources mean this funding reduces money available for education, healthcare, or other services
  • Oversight and accountability – Questions about performance metrics, timeline for expenditure, and mechanisms to prevent cost overruns or misuse of technology funds

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

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