Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2462: RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2462 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION. Primary sponsor: Joe Gedeon (Republican), David Alcos (Republican), Della Belatti (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Kim Coco Iwamoto (Democratic), Sue Lee Loy (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Tyson Miyake (Democratic), Chris Muraoka (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), Garner Shimizu (Republican), Jenna Takenouchi (Democratic), Shirley Templo (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): The committee(s) on TRN 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.
Prohibits auto manufacturers and dealers from charging a post-sale subscription fee for hardware that is already installed at the time of purchase. Establishes penalties and fines.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Gedeon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Della Belatti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Kim Coco Iwamoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Sue Lee Loy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| Tyson Miyake | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Chris Muraoka | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Elijah Pierick | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| 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 TRN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by TRN on Thursday, 02-05-26 9:30AM in House conference room 430 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to TRN, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 6
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.