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SB 2679

RELATING TO YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brandon Elefante and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill to address youth mental health through unspecified measures advanced by committee with amendments recommended.

The committee(s) on HHS recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in HHS were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
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Bill Summary · SB 2679

Legislative bill overview

SB 2679 addresses youth mental health in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill has advanced through the Health and Human Services (HHS) committee with a recommendation to pass with amendments as of February 2026.

Why is this important

Youth mental health is a critical public health issue affecting school performance, social development, and long-term wellbeing. Hawaii's action signals state-level commitment to addressing mental health challenges among young people, which may involve funding, services, school-based programs, or provider training.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms: How the state will finance expanded mental health services and whether existing budgets will be reallocated
  • School involvement: The extent to which schools must participate in mental health initiatives and associated implementation costs
  • Provider accessibility: Whether the bill adequately addresses Hawaii's rural mental health provider shortage and geographic service gaps

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

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