H.B. 2057 Summary

• Standardizes the types of documents accepted as proof of domestic or sexual violence victim status across multiple Hawaii state laws, making requirements consistent rather than varying among different statutes.

• Establishes three acceptable categories of documentation: (1) certified or exemplified restraining orders, injunctions against harassment, and criminal case documents; (2) documentation from victim services organizations or domestic/sexual violence programs and facilities; and (3) documentation from medical professionals, mental health providers, attorneys, advocates, social workers, or clergy who provided assistance.

• Applies standardized proof requirements to wireless service provider contract termination (Section 269-16.93), employer verification of victim status (Section 378-2), domestic violence leave (Section 378-72), unemployment insurance eligibility (Section 383-30.5), rental agreement termination (Section 521-80), and the Address Confidentiality Program (Section 801G-3).

• Replaces previous proof requirements that included police reports, court records, and signed affidavits with the broader three-category framework to accommodate varied circumstances and reduce barriers for victims seeking assistance.

• Takes effect on December 31, 2059.