Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1224: RELATING TO EDUCATION.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1224 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO EDUCATION. Primary sponsor: Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), David Alcos (Republican), Luke Evslin (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Darius Kila (Democratic), Matthias Kusch (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Scot Matayoshi (Democratic), Chris Muraoka (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Julie Reyes Oda (Republican), WARD. Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the department of education to prohibit cell phone use during the instructional day, prohibit student access to social media through the school's internet, and implement a social media education campaign. Creates exemptions for students requiring accommodations, emergency situations, and teacher authorizations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Luke Evslin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Matthias Kusch | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Scot Matayoshi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 49 |
| Chris Muraoka | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Elijah Pierick | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Julie Reyes Oda | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| WARD | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to EDN, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.