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SB 2517

RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii SB 2517 advances public safety legislation through committee with majority support, moving toward further legislative consideration and potential passage into law.

Bill scheduled to be heard by JHA on Wednesday, 03-18-26 2:00PM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
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Bill Summary · SB 2517

Legislative bill overview

SB 2517 is a public safety measure introduced in the Hawaii State Senate by Senator Ron Kouchi. The bill has advanced through the Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM) committee with a recommendation for passage, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action records.

Why is this important

Public safety legislation directly affects law enforcement practices, community protection measures, and public resources allocation. The bill's progression through committee indicates lawmakers view it as a priority, though its precise impact depends on the substantive provisions not disclosed in the legislative action summary.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in available records: The specific text and provisions of SB 2517 are not included in the action summary, making it difficult to assess what stakeholders may oppose
  • Committee division: One senator (DeCorte) voted against passage, suggesting legitimate disagreement exists among legislators about the bill's merits
  • Public input timing: The public hearing occurred after initial committee consideration, which may limit citizen influence on the measure's direction

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

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