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SB 1271

RELATING TO THE TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kurt Fevella and 1 co-sponsor

Hawaii SB 1271 addresses pregnancy termination policy; referred to committees in 2025 but carried over to 2026 without advancement, leaving its specific provisions and impact unclear.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1271

Legislative bill overview

SB 1271 is a Hawaii bill relating to the termination of pregnancy that was introduced in January 2025 and referred to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and Judiciary/Ways and Means (JDC/WAM) committees. The bill was carried over to the 2026 regular session without advancing further in 2025, meaning its specific provisions remain under committee review.

Why is this important

Abortion policy is a high-stakes issue affecting reproductive rights, healthcare access, and personal autonomy. Hawaii currently has abortion protections codified in state law, making any bill on this topic significant for residents and potentially affecting the state's position relative to national abortion policy debates.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available bill text: The specific provisions of SB 1271 are not detailed in the legislative record provided, making it unclear whether the bill would expand, restrict, or maintain current abortion access
  • Sponsorship and framing: The bipartisan sponsorship (including Mike Gabbard, known for socially conservative positions) may indicate the bill proposes restrictions, which could face significant opposition in Hawaii's Democratic-leaning legislature
  • Committee referral to fiscal committees: The routing through Ways and Means suggests potential budget or resource implications that may be contested

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

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