HI HR17

Urges amendment of Hawaii House Rule 11.5 to extend advance notice for public committee hearings from 48 hours to 72 hours.

Requires that the 72-hour notice period excludes weekends and holidays.

Mandates that any waiver of the 72-hour hearing notice requirement must be approved by a vote of the full House of Representatives, rather than at the Speaker's discretion.

Seeks to enhance government transparency and public participation by providing citizens adequate time to review proposed legislation and prepare testimony.