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HB 2491

RELATING TO MEASUREMENT STANDARDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Hashem

Bill HB 2491 establishes or modifies measurement standards in Hawaii, referred to agriculture, transportation, and consumer protection committees for review and potential implementation across multiple sectors.

Referred to AGR, TRN, CPC, referral sheet 6
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Bill Summary · HB 2491

Legislative bill overview

HB 2491 relates to measurement standards in Hawaii but lacks publicly available detailed text at this early stage of the legislative process. The bill was introduced on January 28, 2026, and referred to three committees: Agriculture (AGR), Transportation (TRN), and Consumer Protection (CPC), suggesting it may address standardization across multiple sectors.

Why is this important

Measurement standards affect commerce, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance across numerous industries. The specific committees involved indicate this could impact agricultural trade, transportation logistics, or consumer product labeling—all areas where standardization directly affects business operations and consumer trust.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: Without full text, it's unclear whether the bill creates new standards, aligns Hawaii with federal standards, or modifies existing ones—each carries different compliance costs
  • Multi-sector complexity: Referral to three committees suggests coordination challenges; different industries may have conflicting interests in how standards are implemented
  • Economic impact on businesses: Depending on scope, measurement standard changes could require equipment upgrades, retraining, or operational adjustments, particularly for small businesses

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

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