HI SB2040

Proposes an amendment to Article I, Section 4 of the Hawaii State Constitution to allow regulation, restriction, or prohibition of "non-natural persons" (corporations, business entities) in election and campaign finance activities

Adds a proviso to the existing freedom of speech clause, carving out an exception specifically for non-natural persons' participation in elections and campaign finance

Requires the proposed constitutional amendment to be placed on the ballot for voter approval, with specific ballot language asking whether speech protections should be amended regarding non-natural persons

Takes effect upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution, which governs the constitutional amendment ratification process