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HB 2292

RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

Bill modifies Hawaii Emergency Management Agency operations, funding, or authority through referral to public safety, labor, and finance committees for evaluation.

Referred to PBS, LAB, FIN, referral sheet 5
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Bill Summary · HB 2292

Legislative bill overview

HB 2292 relates to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HEMA) but the specific provisions are not detailed in the referral information provided. Based on the legislative routing to Public Safety (PBS), Labor (LAB), and Finance (FIN) committees, the bill likely addresses organizational structure, funding, or operational authority of Hawaii's emergency management system.

Why is this important

Hawaii's emergency management capacity directly affects public safety response to hurricanes, tsunamis, volcanic events, and other disasters common to the islands. How HEMA is structured, funded, and authorized significantly impacts emergency preparedness and response effectiveness for all residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation – Changes to HEMA's budget may compete with other state priorities or affect local emergency response capabilities
  • Agency authority and jurisdiction – Modifications to HEMA's powers could affect coordination between state and county emergency management systems
  • Staffing and personnel requirements – New mandates or restructuring could create implementation costs or operational challenges

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

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