Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2285: RELATING TO THE NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2285 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT. Primary sponsor: Nadine Nakamura (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to HLT/LAB, CPC, FIN, 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.
Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2027. Beginning 1/1/2027, allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. Appropriates general revenues.
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 HLT/LAB, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 5
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.