Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2251: RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND MORALS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2251 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND MORALS. Primary sponsor: Nadine Nakamura (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Clarifies and updates the sex trafficking and promoting prostitution criminal offense statutes by refining the definition of "profits from prostitution," establishing an affirmative defense to these offenses for certain lawful transactions, and making technical and other housekeeping amendments.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nadine Nakamura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“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 JHA, referral sheet 5
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.