Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2439: RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2439 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE. Primary sponsor: Terez Amato (Democratic), Tina Grandinetti (Democratic), Kim Coco Iwamoto (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Lisa Marten (Democratic), Tyson Miyake (Democratic), Ikaika Olds (Democratic), Amy Perruso (Democratic), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), Kanani Souza (Republican), Jenna Takenouchi (Democratic), Shirley Templo (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): The committee(s) on PBS 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.
Establishes the Office of the State Search and Rescue Coordinator within the Office of the Governor. Provides for the authority and duties of the State Search and Rescue Coordinator. Designates participating agencies and their duties with regard to state search and rescue operations and training. Establishes the Search and Rescue Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 11 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terez Amato | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Tina Grandinetti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Kim Coco Iwamoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Tyson Miyake | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Ikaika Olds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Amy Perruso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Kanani Souza | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 43 |
| Jenna Takenouchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Shirley Templo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Elle Cochran | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 14 |
“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 PBS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by PBS on Friday, 02-06-26 10:15AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to PBS, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 6
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.