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HB 1401

RELATING TO THE CHILD PROTECTIVE ACT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Diamond Garcia

HB 1401 modifies Hawaii's Child Protective Act framework, referred to three committees addressing social services, judiciary, and budgetary implications for child welfare procedures.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1401

Legislative bill overview

HB 1401 relates to Hawaii's Child Protective Act, though the bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the information provided. Based on the referrals to the House Committee on Social Services and Housing (HSH), Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA), and Finance (FIN), the bill likely addresses child welfare, protective services, or related procedural/funding matters.

Why is this important

Child protective legislation directly affects how the state identifies, investigates, and responds to child abuse and neglect cases. Changes to this framework impact vulnerable children, families, social workers, and public resources allocation across Hawaii's child welfare system.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of state intervention vs. parental rights: Balancing protective authority with concerns about family separation and due process
  • Funding and resource requirements: Whether proposed changes require additional appropriations for caseworkers, training, or services
  • Definition and reporting standards: How the bill defines abuse/neglect and who must report, affecting mandatory reporting obligations across professions

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

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