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HB 1221

RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jackson Sayama

Hawaii HB 1221 modifies state procurement procedures through amendments, currently pending Finance committee review after passing Labor committee in 2025.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1221

Legislative bill overview

HB 1221 relates to procurement procedures in Hawaii, though the specific amendments and detailed provisions are not provided in the available legislative record. The bill passed the Labor and Public Employees committee with amendments in February 2025 and was referred to the Finance committee before being carried over to the 2026 session for continued consideration.

Why is this important

Procurement reform bills directly affect how state and local government agencies purchase goods, services, and conduct contracting—which impacts taxpayer spending efficiency, small business access to government contracts, and public project timelines. Changes to procurement rules can either streamline government operations or introduce new compliance requirements for vendors and agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in current record: The specific amendments made in HD 1 are not detailed here, making it difficult to assess what requirements or changes were actually adopted
  • Finance committee review: The bill's referral to the Finance committee suggests fiscal implications that may require budget impact analysis or may face concerns about implementation costs
  • Carryover status: The bill's postponement to 2026 indicates either lack of consensus, competing priorities, or unresolved issues that prevented final passage in 2025

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

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