Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 538: RELATING TO SAFE ENTRYWAYS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 538 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SAFE ENTRYWAYS. Primary sponsor: Ikaika Olds (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Lisa Kitagawa (Democratic), Lisa Marten (Democratic), Sean Quinlan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibit individuals from residing in a doorway or surrounding area of certain places. Gives county police departments primary authority to enforce the prohibition.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ikaika Olds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Lisa Kitagawa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 48 |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Sean Quinlan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 47 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by JHA on Friday, 02-07-25 2:05PM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2
- Pending introduction.