Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2254: RELATING TO ABUSE OF FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2254 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO ABUSE OF FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS. Primary sponsor: Ron Kouchi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 26, 2026): Referred to HHS, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Maintains the petty misdemeanor offense of abuse of family or household member by repealing the sunset of amendments made to sections 709-906 and 853-4, HRS, by Act 19, SLH 2020. Repeals provisions authorizing a deferred acceptance of a guilty plea for misdemeanor and petty misdemeanor abuse of family or household members offenses.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ron Kouchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“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 HHS, JDC.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.