HI HB1552

Amends Section 11-1.6 of Hawaii Revised Statutes to establish a succession procedure when the Chief Election Officer position becomes vacant.

Designates the Attorney General as the interim Chief Election Officer during any vacancy until the Elections Commission appoints a permanent replacement.

Requires the Elections Commission to meet expeditiously to select and appoint a new Chief Election Officer to serve the remainder of the unexpired term.

Takes effect upon approval by the Governor.