Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 2040: RELATING TO PROTECTION OF MINORS.

In committee Last action January 28, 2026: Referred to HSH, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 3

Plain-language summary

HB 2040 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO PROTECTION OF MINORS. Primary sponsor: Garner Shimizu (Republican), Della Belatti (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Joe Gedeon (Republican), Ikaika Hussey (Democratic), Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Chris Muraoka (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Julie Reyes Oda (Republican), Kanani Souza (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Referred to HSH, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 3.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Garner Shimizu (Republican); Della Belatti (Democratic); Diamond Garcia (Republican); Joe Gedeon (Republican); and 6 more.