Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 16: RELATING TO AQUARIUM FISH PERMITS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 16 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO AQUARIUM FISH PERMITS. Primary sponsor: Lorraine Inouye (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Exempts persons engaging in aquaculture research from the aquarium fish permit requirement. Defines aquaculture research.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorraine Inouye | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“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 WLA/AEN, WAM.
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to WTL/AEN, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.