HI SB2461

Requires the Office of Elections to prepare and distribute a candidate questionnaire beginning with the 2028 primary election, asking about legislative priorities, desired committee memberships, and 10-year vision for the State.

Candidates may voluntarily respond to questionnaire questions with written answers of no more than 100 words each.

Office of Elections must publish candidate responses on its website and in the digital voter information guide no later than 18 days before the primary election.

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 11 to add questionnaire responses as required content in the digital voter information guide alongside candidate statements and ballot measure explanations.

Takes effect January 1, 2027.