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SB 2929

RELATING TO PUBLIC NOTICE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Troy Hashimoto and 2 co-sponsors

SB 2929 modifies Hawaii's public notice requirements; currently in committee review with hearing deferred to February 10, 2026.

The committee on LAB recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 5 Ayes: Representative(s) Sayama, Lee, M., Garrett, Kapela, Kong; Ayes with reservations: none; Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Reyes Oda.
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Bill Summary · SB 2929

Legislative bill overview

SB 2929 relates to public notice requirements in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill is currently in the Government Operations (GVO) committee after being referred on January 30, 2026, with a hearing scheduled and subsequently deferred for further consideration.

Why is this important

Public notice requirements affect government transparency and citizen participation in decision-making processes. Changes to these requirements can either expand or limit public access to information about government actions, contracts, and regulatory decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes: Without knowing the specific modifications, stakeholders may disagree on whether the bill expands or restricts public notice requirements
  • Implementation costs: Changes to public notice procedures may require government agencies to modify systems and processes, raising budgetary concerns
  • Digital vs. traditional notice: The bill may involve questions about electronic versus print publication, affecting accessibility for different populations

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

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