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HI SB2239
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stanley Chang
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AI Summary
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Establishes automatic voter registration for applicants obtaining or renewing a Hawaii driver's license or state identification card, shifting from an opt-in to an opt-out system where applicants must affirmatively decline to be registered.
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Automatically updates name and address changes on voter registration records when registered voters apply for driver's licenses or ID cards, unless the applicant affirmatively declines the updates.
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Prohibits the examiner of drivers from transmitting voter registration information if the applicant presents documentation showing they are not a United States citizen.
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Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 11-15.7, 286-111.5, and 286-303.5 to implement these automatic registration procedures.
Legislative Description
Relating To Voter Registration.
Automatic Voter Registration
Last Action
Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 17
3/12/2026