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HI HB2222
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Holt
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AI Summary
- Authorizes limited casino gaming in Hawaii through licensed, freestanding land-based casino facilities that may include bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues but not hotel lodging
- Establishes the Hawaii Gaming Control Commission as a five-member body appointed by the governor with senate confirmation, placed within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs for administrative purposes
- Commission members serve five-year terms, are paid $300 per day for official duties, and must meet strict eligibility requirements including no felony or gambling-related misdemeanor convictions within ten years
- Requires multiple license types including casino licenses, supplier licenses for equipment and service providers, and occupational licenses for gaming-related workers
- Imposes extensive conflict of interest and financial disclosure requirements, with former commission members and key employees prohibited from working for licensees for three to five years after leaving the commission
Legislative Description
Relating To Casino Gaming.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Referred to ECD, CPC/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 5
1/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Development1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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