Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii HB 12
RELATING TO TORT LIABILITY.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- KONG (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Clarifies that persons who enter private property for recreational purposes have no cause of action, unless exempted under law. Requires courts to award attorneys' fees and costs to landowners if plaintiffs bring unreasonable actions. Establishes, as a matter of law, that persons participating in outdoor recreational activities accept the inherent risks, dangers, or hazards in the activities. Clarifies the definitions for "recreational purpose" and "recreational user".
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 9, 2025 · House
Prefiled. - Jan 16, 2025 · House
Introduced and Pass First Reading. - Jan 21, 2025 · House
Referred to WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 1 - Jan 24, 2025 · House
Bill scheduled to be heard by WAL on Tuesday, 01-28-25 9:00AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. - Jan 28, 2025 · House
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. - Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.