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Bill Summary · HB 301

Legislative bill overview

HB 301 addresses domestic abuse protective orders in Hawaii, though the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the provided action history. The bill was introduced in January 2025, referred to the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) and Finance (FIN) committees, and was deferred in February before being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why is this important

Domestic abuse protective orders are critical legal tools that help protect victims from harassment, threats, and violence. Modifications to Hawaii's protective order framework could affect how quickly victims can obtain court protection, what remedies are available, and enforcement mechanisms—directly impacting survivor safety and access to justice.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of protections: Disagreement may exist over what conduct should trigger protective orders and how broadly they should apply (e.g., social media contact, proximity restrictions)
  • Evidentiary standards: Balance between protecting victims with lower burden-of-proof temporary orders versus protecting respondents' due process rights at final hearings
  • Enforcement and consequences: Questions about penalties for violations, law enforcement training, and resources needed to implement changes

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

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