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HI SB2849

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joy San Buenaventura

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires public meeting notices to place the agenda listing all items to be considered at the beginning of the document, rather than after administrative text
  • Mandates notices include a statement of where board packets may be viewed in person and online, along with the meeting date, time, place, and contact information for testimony submission
  • Requires notices to include instructions for requesting disability accommodations, including reasonable response deadlines
  • Addresses concerns that current lengthy administrative preambles create barriers for persons with disabilities, particularly those using screen readers or with mobility impairments
  • Takes effect January 1, 2525

Legislative Description

Relating To Public Meetings.

Notices

Last Action

Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs3/12/2026
Judiciary2/19/2026
Government Operations1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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