Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii SB 2742

RELATING TO DOG ATTACKS.

Introduced
In committee
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

RICHARDS (Democratic)
INOUYE (Democratic)
MCKELVEY (Democratic)

Cosponsors (3)

Lamosao (Democratic)
San Buenaventura (Democratic)
Wakai (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description

Clarifies owner liability and increases penalties and enforcement mechanisms for dog attacks on livestock.

Text versions

SB2742

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Jan 23, 2026 · Senate
Introduced.
Jan 26, 2026 · Senate
Passed First Reading.
Jan 30, 2026 · Senate
Referred to AEN, JDC.