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HI HB1551

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Tarnas

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 11-7.5 of Hawaii Revised Statutes to add job protection for the Chief Election Officer position

  • Requires that a Chief Election Officer who passes the standard state probationary period may only be terminated for cause

  • Adds the "terminated for cause" provision to two sections: the employment duty and the reappointment deliberation process of the Elections Commission

  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Relating To The Chief Elections Officer.

Termination

Last Action

Referred to LAB, JHA, referral sheet 1

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor & Public Employment1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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