HB1881 Summary

• Increases the maximum administrative fine for violations of Hawaii's standards of conduct chapter (Chapter 84) from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, imposed by the state ethics commission

• Increases the maximum administrative fine for violations of Hawaii's lobbyist chapter (Chapter 97) from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, covering failures to file statements, false filings, prohibited activities, and gift violations

• All fines collected continue to be deposited into the state general fund

• Does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the act's effective date

• Takes effect upon approval