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Bill Summary · SB 419

Legislative bill overview

SB 419 is an insurance-related bill introduced in the Hawaii legislature that has progressed through committee review with amendments. The bill was passed by the Transportation Committee with recommendations for amendments and has been referred to the Consumer Protection Committee. As of December 2025, it was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session, meaning it did not complete passage in the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Insurance legislation in Hawaii affects how residents and businesses manage risk, access coverage, and interact with insurers—making it relevant to the state's economic health and consumer protection. The bill's specific provisions would impact insurance practices within the state, though the exact nature of those changes is not detailed in the legislative record provided.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in public record: The legislative summary does not specify what insurance matters SB 419 actually addresses, making it difficult for constituents to understand potential impacts
  • Committee amendments: The bill underwent amendments during the Transportation Committee review, suggesting stakeholders or committee members identified issues requiring modification
  • Referral to Consumer Protection: Subsequent referral to the CPC committee indicates consumer protection concerns may have been raised, though specific objections are not documented in the available record

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

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