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HI SB2397
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Fukunaga
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AI Summary
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Amends Hawaii's open meetings law (Section 92-81) to modify quorum requirements specifically for neighborhood boards overseen by Honolulu's neighborhood commission when vacancies exist
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Allows a majority of filled seats (rather than total seats) to constitute a quorum for conducting official business when a neighborhood board has vacancies
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Requires only a majority of members present at a meeting where quorum is established to validate official board actions, rather than a majority of all board members
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Applies exclusively to City and County of Honolulu neighborhood boards, not to other neighborhood or community outreach boards in the state
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Effective date of January 1, 2525 (appears to be a placeholder or typographical error)
Legislative Description
Relating To Neighborhood Boards.
Neighborhood Boards
Last Action
Pass First Reading
3/12/2026