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SB 965

RELATING TO TOWING.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kurt Fevella and 2 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill regulating towing industry practices, currently in committee review, likely addressing consumer protections and towing company operational standards.

Re-Referred to TRS, CPN.
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Bill Summary · SB 965

Legislative bill overview

SB 965 is a Hawaii bill relating to towing regulations, currently in the early stages of the legislative process (passed first reading in January 2025). The bill has been referred to multiple committees (TCA, CPN, TRS) for review and was carried over from the 2025 session to the 2026 regular session, indicating it requires further deliberation before advancement.

Why is this important

Towing regulations directly affect consumers' financial liability during vehicle incidents, the practices of towing companies, and consumer protections in Hawaii. Changes to towing policies can impact everything from emergency roadside costs to dispute resolution mechanisms and fair pricing standards in the towing industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Pricing transparency and caps: Disputes often arise over whether bills should mandate disclosed rates, maximum fees, or price regulations versus allowing market-based pricing
  • Towing company authorization: Questions about who can legally initiate tows (property owners, police, consumers) and protections against predatory towing practices
  • Consumer recourse and liability: Disagreements over vehicle storage fees, lien rights, notification requirements, and dispute resolution processes between consumers and towing operators

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

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