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SB 2377

RELATING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brandon Elefante and 5 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill establishing legal consequences and protections for damage to critical infrastructure facilities, currently under committee review.

Report adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none . Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). Transmitted to House.
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Bill Summary · SB 2377

Legislative bill overview

SB 2377 addresses property damage to critical infrastructure facilities in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not publicly detailed in the introduced form. The bill has advanced through initial procedural stages and is currently under committee review in the Public Safety and Military (PSM), Energy and Information and Globalization (EIG), and Judiciary (JDC) committees. This legislation appears designed to establish or modify legal consequences and protections related to infrastructure damage incidents.

Why is this important

Critical infrastructure—including power systems, water facilities, and telecommunications—underpins public safety and economic function. Legal frameworks governing damage to these systems affect both public protection and liability standards. Hawaii's island geography makes infrastructure particularly vital to community resilience and emergency response capabilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Whether "critical infrastructure" is broadly or narrowly defined could significantly impact which facilities and property owners are covered
  • Penalty structure: Questions about whether penalties focus on criminal prosecution, civil liability, or administrative enforcement, and whether they differentiate between intentional damage, negligence, and accidents
  • Due process concerns: How the bill balances infrastructure protection against individual rights, particularly regarding property owners near critical facilities and potential liability exposure

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

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