Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1418: RELATING TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1418 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS. Primary sponsor: WARD, David Alcos (Republican), Kim Coco Iwamoto (Democratic), Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Chris Muraoka (Republican). 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 a wireless telecommunications carrier, as a condition for any permit under section 206N-6 or certificate of public convenience and necessity under section 269-7.5, to maintain emergency backup power for a minimum of twelve hours.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WARD | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Kim Coco Iwamoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| Chris Muraoka | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
“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 CPC, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.