Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 709: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.

Passed both chambers Last action April 16, 2026: Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 605).

Plain-language summary

SB 709 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH. Primary sponsor: Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic), AQUINO, Stanley Chang (Democratic), Kurt Fevella (Republican), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Sharon Moriwaki (Democratic), Karl Rhoads (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 605).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic); AQUINO; Stanley Chang (Democratic); Kurt Fevella (Republican); and 5 more. 1 co-sponsor.