SB 2314 SD1

Hawaii Senate bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 12, 2026.

Hawaiian Language; State Law; Public Documents.

Bill ID HI-2026-SB-2314
Session 2026
Status in_committee
Committee JHA
Senate in_committee 2026-03-12
Summary

Requires that whenever there is a difference between the English and Hawaii version of law that is material to its interpretation, priority shall be given to the language that aligns with the intent of the legislature as evidenced by legislative history, context, and purpose. Clarifies that Hawaiian shall not be required for public acts and transactions, but is welcomed. (SD1)

Sponsor
Karl Rhoads
Official Source Back to Bills
Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
0000-00-00 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-12 Status in_committee
2026-03-12 Latest Action Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17
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