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SB 926

RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dru Kanuha

Hawaii military affairs bill introduced January 2025, referred to committee, deferred to 2026 session pending further review and action.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 926

Legislative bill overview

SB 926 is a Hawaii military affairs bill introduced by Senator Dru Kanuha that has progressed through initial legislative stages. The bill was referred to the Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM) committee in January 2025 and has been carried over to the 2026 legislative session for further consideration. Without access to the specific bill text, the exact provisions cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

Military affairs legislation in Hawaii carries particular significance given the state's strategic military importance, large military population, and host to major U.S. installations. Bills in this category typically affect military personnel, their families, veterans benefits, state-military relations, or defense infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available details: The bill's specific provisions remain unclear from available legislative records, making public scrutiny difficult
  • Deferred timeline: The carryover to 2026 suggests either committee deliberation complexities or lower prioritization relative to other measures
  • Military-civilian balance: Any military affairs bill may involve questions about state resources, land use, or military autonomy that generate debate

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

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