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HI HB1239

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mahina Poepoe

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Hawaiian Homes Commission to retain independent legal counsel to represent the commission in litigation, provide legal advice, and draft legal documents
  • Legal fees for independent counsel retained by the Hawaiian Homes Commission shall be paid by the State
  • Hawaiian Homes Commission may continue to use the services of the Attorney General as needed, in addition to independent counsel
  • Adds the Hawaiian Homes Commission to the list of state entities exempt from the requirement that only the Attorney General may employ or retain attorneys for state departments
  • Effective date of July 1, 3000 (placeholder date indicating further legislative action needed)

Legislative Description

Relating To Independent Legal Counsel.

Attorney General

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance2/10/2025
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs1/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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