HI HB1322

Restricts solitary confinement in Hawaii correctional facilities to cases where a committed person poses a substantial risk of immediate serious harm, requiring clear and convincing evidence and a hearing within 24 hours of placement

Prohibits solitary confinement for "vulnerable populations" including those 21 or younger, 60 or older, pregnant, having mental illness or developmental disabilities, serious medical conditions, or who are LGBTQ+

Limits solitary confinement to no more than 15 consecutive days or 20 days total in any 60-day period, and prohibits direct release from solitary to the community during the final 180 days of incarceration

Requires daily clinician evaluations for those in solitary confinement, mandatory access to food, water, medical care, and written pathways back to general population with case manager support

Mandates the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation develop written policies by July 1, 2026, with quarterly public reporting on solitary confinement usage and oversight review by the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission