Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1303: RELATING TO WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES IN SCHOOLS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1303 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES IN SCHOOLS. Primary sponsor: Darius Kila (Democratic), Luke Evslin (Democratic), Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic). 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 each public school to implement a policy to prohibit students from using cellular phones and other wireless communication devices during school hours, subject to exceptions for education, health, and emergencies.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Luke Evslin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Kirstin Kahaloa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
“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, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.