HI SB2805

Authorizes the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission Executive Director to choose between two options when unable to secure a conciliation agreement within 180 days: issue a final conciliation demand that the respondent cease the unlawful discriminatory practice, or dismiss the complaint and issue a notice allowing the complainant to bring a civil action.

Maintains a mandatory requirement for the Executive Director to issue a final conciliation demand (without dismissal option) specifically for fair housing complaints under chapter 515 and federal Fair Housing Act violations.

Changes procedural language from "shall demand" to "may" for non-fair housing cases, giving the Executive Director discretion in determining whether to pursue conciliation demands or allow private civil action.

Specifies that the Executive Director's determination to dismiss a complaint and issue a notice of right to sue is not subject to judicial review but may be reconsidered by the Executive Director on their own initiative.

Takes effect on January 1, 2050.