WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 814

RELATING TO CANNABIS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cory Chun and 8 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 814 advances cannabis policy legislation through Health Committee with recommended amendments; specific provisions require bill text review for full impact assessment.

The committee on HLT recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 9 Ayes: Representative(s) Takayama, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Amato, Marten, Takenouchi; Ayes with reservations: Representative(s) Hartsfield, Olds, Alcos, Garcia; Noes: none; and Excused: none.
#appropriation($) #doh #youthcannabisuse
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 814

Legislative bill overview

HB 814 relates to cannabis policy in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the action record provided. The bill has advanced through the House Health Committee with a recommendation to pass with amendments as of January 30, 2026. The measure is progressing through the legislative process with multi-committee review including referral to Finance.

Why is this important

Cannabis policy directly affects public health, criminal justice, tax revenue, and regulatory frameworks. Hawaii's approach to cannabis legislation influences enforcement priorities, business licensing, and resident access to controlled substances, making it substantive policy affecting thousands of residents and the state budget.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory framework details - The amendments requested by the committee suggest disagreement over specific implementation mechanisms, licensing structures, or enforcement provisions
  • Revenue allocation - Cannabis tax revenue distribution between state programs, communities, and reinvestment is typically contested
  • Social equity provisions - Disagreement likely exists over whether the bill adequately addresses communities disproportionately impacted by cannabis criminalization and whether social equity licensing is included

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

Sign in to ask a question.