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HB 2247

RELATING TO RECORDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

Hawaii HB 2247 addresses records management procedures; referred to Water/Agriculture/Land and Finance committees for consideration of unspecified provisions affecting government documentation.

Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 5
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Bill Summary · HB 2247

Legislative bill overview

HB 2247 relates to records management in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced by Representative Nadine Nakamura and has progressed through initial procedural steps, including first reading and referral to the Water, Agriculture and Land (WAL) and Finance (FIN) committees.

Why is this important

Records management legislation affects how government agencies maintain, access, and preserve public documents and data. The dual referral to both WAL and Finance committees suggests this bill may involve records related to specific resource management or fiscal matters, which could impact transparency, public access, or administrative efficiency.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and specificity unclear — Without knowing whether this addresses public records access, retention periods, digitization, or agency-specific documentation, stakeholders may disagree on whether reforms are necessary
  • Committee jurisdiction — The dual referral suggests potential overlap between natural resource and fiscal concerns, which could create competing priorities during deliberation
  • Implementation costs — Records management reforms often require technological investment or staffing changes, which Finance Committee review indicates may be a budget consideration

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

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