Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 126: RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 126 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS. Primary sponsor: Lynn DeCoite (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to conduct a study on the effects of neonicotinoids on Hawaii beehive and apiary operations, including beekeeping activities at solar energy facilities. Appropriates moneys.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn DeCoite | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Glenn Wakai | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM.
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to AEN/HRE, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.