Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB 1556
RELATING TO TRUSTED PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVES.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- IHARA (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Establishes a Trusted Public Representative Program within the Office of Information Practices under which the Office assigns a volunteer Trusted Public Representative trained in the requirements of the Sunshine Law and observes public agency meetings closed to the public. Allows the Office of Information Practices to conduct background checks of current and prospective Trusted Public Representatives. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 22, 2025 · Senate
Pending Introduction. - Jan 23, 2025 · Senate
Introduced and passed First Reading. - Jan 27, 2025 · Senate
Referred to GVO, WAM/JDC. - Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.