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HI HB807
Bill
Status
1/25/2023
Primary Sponsor
Scott Saiki
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AI Summary
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Creates civil liability for persons who report to law enforcement without reasonable suspicion of a crime or imminent danger, when the report is based wholly or substantially on the target's protected class status (race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, or disability).
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Allows injured persons to bring civil action for injunctive relief, damages, or other appropriate relief in any court of competent jurisdiction in Hawaii.
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Permits courts to issue injunctions against continued violations without requiring proof of actual damages to the plaintiff.
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Defines "lack of reason to suspect" as a situation where a reasonable person would not suspect a violation of the Hawaii Penal Code, other criminal conduct, or imminent danger has occurred or is occurring.
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Takes effect upon approval.
Legislative Description
Relating To Discrimination.
Civil Remedy
Last Action
Referred to LGO, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3
1/30/2023