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HB 1519

RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 19 co-sponsors

HB 1519 modifies Hawaii campaign contribution regulations to address electoral finance rules; advanced with amendments from House committee in February 2026.

Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 837).
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Bill Summary · HB 1519

Legislative bill overview

HB 1519 modifies Hawaii's campaign contribution regulations, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the provided legislative record. The bill was introduced by five House representatives and recently advanced from the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee with recommended amendments on February 3, 2026.

Why is this important

Campaign contribution laws directly affect the financing of political campaigns and can influence electoral competitiveness, candidate fundraising capacity, and potential conflicts of interest. Changes to these regulations impact how candidates fund campaigns and the transparency of political donations in Hawaii.

Potential points of contention

  • Contribution limits vs. free speech: Debates typically center on whether stricter limits protect against corruption or infringe on constitutionally protected political speech
  • Transparency and disclosure requirements: Questions about what information donors must publicly disclose and whether exemptions apply to certain contribution types
  • Enforcement and compliance mechanisms: Concerns about administrative burden on candidates and the resources needed to monitor and enforce new regulations

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

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