Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2365: RELATING TO ELECTION REFORM.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2365 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO ELECTION REFORM. Primary sponsor: Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Garner Shimizu (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 6.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the Chief Election Officer role to be an elected position by popular vote beginning with the 2030 general election. Amends the appointment process of the elections commission to subject nominations to confirmation by an appointing body. Makes conforming amendments.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Elijah Pierick | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| Joe Gedeon | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
“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, FIN, referral sheet 6
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.