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HI SB2247

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ronald Kouchi

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits executive branch employees nominated or appointed by the governor to compensated positions requiring Senate confirmation from organizing, attending, hosting, or soliciting contributions for political fundraisers for any candidate for elective office.

  • Bans these covered employees from directly or indirectly soliciting campaign contributions from any individual or entity while serving in their confirmed position.

  • Preserves the rights of covered employees to express political opinions, make personal political donations, and vote as private citizens.

  • Applies only after Senate confirmation and continues until employment in the covered position ends.

  • Addresses concerns about "pay-to-play" practices and the appearance of political influence over state procurement and contract decisions.

Legislative Description

Relating To Political Fundraising By Executive Branch Employees.

State Ethics Commission Package

Last Action

Bill scheduled to be heard by JHA on Tuesday, 03-17-26 2:00PM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs3/10/2026
Ways and Means2/19/2026
Judiciary1/30/2026
Government Operations1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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