Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1720: RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1720 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS. Primary sponsor: Luke Evslin (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Clarifies that a county employee's code compliance review of plans for construction applicable to the specific engineering field is considered lawful experience in engineering work for purposes of professional engineering licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Evslin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Tyson Miyake | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by LAB on Thursday, 02-19-26 9:30AM in House conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to LAB, CPC, referral sheet 1
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Prefiled.