Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2048: RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2048 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Jarrett Keohokalole (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Sharon Moriwaki (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic), Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 20, 2026): Reported from AEN/CPN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2646) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to JDC/WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the sale, barter, or donation of any pest-infested item or material. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to quarantine, treat, or destroy pest-infested items or materials. Imposes penalties on individuals who sell, barter, or donate a pest-infested items or materials. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 11
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Jarrett Keohokalole | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Sharon Moriwaki | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported from AEN/CPN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2646) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to JDC/WAM.
- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM.
- The committee(s) on AEN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in AEN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Gabbard, Richards, DeCoite, Rhoads, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
- The committee(s) on CPN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
- The committee(s) on AEN/CPN has scheduled a public hearing on 02-11-26 10:00AM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference.
- Referred to AEN/CPN, JDC/WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.