Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB 2021
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
Cosponsors (5)
- Chang (Democratic)
- Gabbard (Democratic)
- Kanuha (Democratic)
- McKelvey (Democratic)
- San Buenaventura (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Clarifies that a person or entity shall be liable for all or a portion of search and rescue expenses when the search and rescue results from the person or entity's violation of applicable laws. Requires the State Fire Council to adopt rules, and the counties to adopt ordinances, as necessary to pursue reimbursements.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 14, 2026 · Senate
Pending Introduction. - Jan 21, 2026 · Senate
Introduced and passed First Reading. - Jan 22, 2026 · Senate
Referred to WLA/PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM.