Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2264: RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2264 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE. Primary sponsor: Stanley Chang (Democratic), Kurt Fevella (Republican), Tim Richards (Democratic), Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 26, 2026): Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM/JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes an independent Office of the Child Advocate within the Office of the Ombudsman to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by various state agencies and entities, receive and investigate complaints, and make recommendations for improvement. Requires annual reports to the Governor, Legislature, and public. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Kurt Fevella | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Lorraine Inouye | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Dru Kanuha | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| 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
- Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM/JDC.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.