Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2461: RELATING TO THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2461 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS. Primary sponsor: Jeanné Kapela (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): The committee(s) on CAA 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.
Increases the ceiling of the works of art special fund. Appropriates funds for the maintenance, upkeep, and preservation of the State's public art and collections. Appropriates funds for a collections manager position within the state foundation on culture and the arts.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanné Kapela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
“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 CAA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled for decision making on Friday, 02-13-26 9:15AM in conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- The committee(s) on CAA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by CAA on Friday, 02-06-26 9:30AM in House conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to CAA, FIN, referral sheet 6
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.