Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2021: RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2021 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE. Primary sponsor: Lorraine Inouye (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Referred to WLA/PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Clarifies that a person or entity shall be liable for all or a portion of search and rescue expenses when the search and rescue results from the person or entity's violation of applicable laws. Requires the State Fire Council to adopt rules, and the counties to adopt ordinances, as necessary to pursue reimbursements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorraine Inouye | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Stanley Chang | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Mike Gabbard | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Dru Kanuha | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Angus McKelvey | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to WLA/PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.