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HI SB3015
Bill
AI Summary
- Prohibits Hawaii government entities from making personal information (Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account numbers, medical/health insurance information, biometric and genetic data) publicly accessible through websites, databases, or other online systems unless explicitly required by law
- Allows individuals to submit written notice to government entities if their personal information is publicly accessible, requiring acknowledgment within 3 business days and corrective action within 30 days
- Creates a civil cause of action for injunctive relief when government entities fail to remove personal information, with statutory damages of $1,000-$5,000 plus attorneys' fees for intentional refusal to comply
- Requires government entities to implement reasonable security procedures, mandates contractors report security breaches within 72 hours, and establishes breach notification requirements for affected residents
- Effective date of January 1, 2525, with annual compliance reporting to the legislature required from all government entities
Legislative Description
Relating To Personal Information.
Notification
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC.
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/20/2026
Government Operations1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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