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SB 606

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Aquino and 11 co-sponsors

SB 606 modifies Hawaii's Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs operations, deferred by committee in 2025 with insufficient details provided for full analysis.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 606

Legislative bill overview

SB 606 relates to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs in Hawaii, though the specific substantive provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill was introduced with five bipartisan sponsors and has advanced through initial procedural stages but was deferred in committee and carried over to the 2026 session.

Why is this important

The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs oversees critical functions including business licensing, consumer protection, and market regulation in Hawaii. Any modifications to this department's structure, powers, or operations could affect how businesses and consumers interact with state government and the marketplace.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in current materials: The bill's actual text and specific proposed changes are not available in the provided summary, making it difficult to identify substantive points of disagreement
  • Committee deferral suggests concerns: The CPN committee's decision to defer rather than advance the measure may indicate unresolved questions or disagreement among members about the bill's merits
  • Broad departmental scope: Any changes to Commerce and Consumer Affairs could potentially affect multiple stakeholder groups (businesses, consumers, workers), each with different interests

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

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