Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1675: RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE ETHICS AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1675 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE ETHICS AND ACCOUNTABILITY. Primary sponsor: Andrew Garrett (Democratic), David Tarnas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 26, 2026): Referred to LMG, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 1.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes the Office of Legislative Ethics and Accountability as an independent, nonpartisan entity to receive and investigate complaints alleging ethical violations or misconduct by current members or current employees of the state legislature. Appropriates moneys.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Garrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| David Tarnas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to LMG, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 1
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Prefiled.