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SB 2304

RELATING TO IDENTITY THEFT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii's SB 2304 addresses identity theft protections or penalties, though specific provisions remain unclear pending committee review and action.

The committee on LBT deferred the measure.
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Bill Summary · SB 2304

Legislative bill overview

SB 2304 is an identity theft-related bill introduced in Hawaii's legislature that appears designed to address protections or penalties related to identity theft crimes. The bill was introduced on January 21, 2026, and referred to the Land, Agriculture, and Hawaiian Affairs (LBT) and Judiciary (JDC) committees. As of January 30, 2026, the LBT committee deferred the measure pending further action.

Why is this important

Identity theft affects thousands of Hawaii residents annually, with financial and credit consequences lasting years. Legislative action in this area could strengthen victim protections, increase penalties for offenders, or improve data security requirements for businesses handling personal information.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of protections vs. business burden: Stricter identity theft prevention measures may require businesses to implement costly data security protocols, which could be opposed by small businesses
  • Penalty levels: Disagreement may exist over appropriate criminal penalties—some advocate stronger deterrents while others argue current penalties are sufficient
  • Victim notification requirements: Debate could center on timing and method of notifying victims of breaches, balancing urgency against operational feasibility for affected entities

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

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