Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 656: RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES.

In committee Last action December 8, 2025: Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

Plain-language summary

HB 656 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Mark Hashem (Democratic), Terez Amato (Democratic), Cory Chun (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic), LEE, M., Lisa Marten (Democratic), Scot Matayoshi (Democratic), Tyson Miyake (Democratic), Dee Morikawa (Democratic), Ikaika Olds (Democratic), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), Jackson Sayama (Democratic), Gregg Takayama (Democratic), Jenna Takenouchi (Democratic), Adrian Tam (Democratic), Chris Todd (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mark Hashem (Democratic); Terez Amato (Democratic); Cory Chun (Democratic); Diamond Garcia (Republican); and 14 more.