Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2287: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2287 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH. Primary sponsor: Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic), Jarrett Keohokalole (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 26, 2026): Referred to HHS, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to contract with community-based organizations to provide preventive and early intervention mental health services to adolescents within the community. Requires a report to the Legislature.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy San Buenaventura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Jarrett Keohokalole | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
“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, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.