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HI HB1999

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jenna Takenouchi

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 92-7 to require the agenda and essential meeting information appear at the beginning of public meeting notices rather than after administrative provisions

  • Mandates notices include the board packet viewing locations (both in-person and internet) at the start of the document

  • Requires disability accommodation request instructions, including response deadlines, to be prominently placed at the beginning of meeting notices

  • Addresses accessibility barriers for people with disabilities, including those using screen readers, who currently must navigate extensive procedural text to find substantive agenda items and accommodation information

  • Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the effective date

Legislative Description

Relating To Public Meetings.

Notices

Last Action

Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3

1/28/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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