Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2263: RELATING TO BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2263 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS. Primary sponsor: Lynn DeCoite (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Reported from EDT (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2207) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a goal for the State to achieve a ranking among the top 10 states in the nation for business competitiveness by 2045. Defines and requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to select a "ranking metric" and establishes interim goals. Requires DBEDT to establish a working group to develop and recommend policies that improve Hawaii's business competitiveness. Requires annual reports to Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 11
| 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 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Lorraine Inouye | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Dru Kanuha | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Angus McKelvey | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Sharon Moriwaki | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| 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
- Reported from EDT (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2207) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.
- The committee(s) on EDT recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in EDT were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) DeCoite, Fukunaga, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Wakai, Kim.
- The committee(s) on EDT has scheduled a public hearing on 02-05-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference.
- Referred to EDT, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.