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SB 180

RELATING TO ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Aquino

SB 180 addresses Hawaii enterprise technology services, referred to budget/labor committees and deferred to 2026 for further consideration.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 180

Legislative bill overview

SB 180 relates to enterprise technology services in Hawaii but specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was introduced in the 2025 session, passed first reading, and has been referred to the Labor and Business and Technology (LBT) and Ways and Means (WAM) committees before being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why is this important

Enterprise technology services affect how state government and potentially businesses operate, manage data, and deliver services to the public. Hawaii's approach to tech infrastructure and service standards can impact operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and costs for both government and regulated industries.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulation – Whether the bill imposes new requirements on private sector technology providers or primarily addresses state government services
  • Budget implications – The referral to WAM suggests fiscal impact; unclear whether costs fall on taxpayers, businesses, or both
  • Implementation timeline – Deferred to 2026 session may indicate stakeholder concerns requiring further negotiation or clarification

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

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