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HB 2443

RELATING TO DISASTER SERVICES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 18 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 2443 addresses disaster services through legislation currently in committee review, with hearings scheduled for February 2026 to determine specific policy impacts.

Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).
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Bill Summary · HB 2443

Legislative bill overview

HB 2443 is a Hawaii bill relating to disaster services that was recently introduced in the state House of Representatives. The bill has passed first reading and is currently scheduled for committee hearings in the Public Safety and Budget & Finance committees. Without access to the full bill text, the specific provisions cannot be detailed, but the bill clearly addresses some aspect of Hawaii's disaster preparedness, response, or recovery infrastructure.

Why is this important

Hawaii faces unique disaster risks including hurricanes, tsunamis, volcanic activity, and earthquakes, making robust disaster services critical to public safety. Legislation in this area can affect emergency response capabilities, funding allocations, agency coordination, and community resilience—issues that directly impact residents' safety during natural disasters. The bill's progression through committees will determine what specific changes, if any, are implemented in the state's disaster management framework.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms – Whether the bill requires new appropriations or redirects existing disaster service budgets, which could face fiscal concerns in committee
  • Agency authority and coordination – Potential disputes over which agencies lead disaster response and how interagency cooperation is structured
  • Scope of "disaster services" – Disagreement over whether the bill adequately addresses all disaster types relevant to Hawaii or focuses too narrowly on certain hazards

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

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