Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 2678: RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.

In committee Last action February 20, 2026: Reported from JDC (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2501) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.

Plain-language summary

SB 2678 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Karl Rhoads (Democratic), Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Donna Kim (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), LEE, C., Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 20, 2026): Reported from JDC (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2501) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Karl Rhoads (Democratic); Brandon Elefante (Democratic); Donna Kim (Democratic); Rachele Lamosao (Democratic); and 3 more.