Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2388: RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2388 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT. Primary sponsor: Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Lynn DeCoite (Democratic), Kurt Fevella (Republican), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Karl Rhoads (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): The committee on LBT deferred the measure.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows public employers and exclusive representatives of bargaining units to negotiate certain retirement benefits.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lynn DeCoite | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Kurt Fevella | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Karl Rhoads | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- The committee on LBT deferred the measure.
- The committee(s) on LBT has scheduled a public hearing on 02-04-26 3:01PM; CR 225 & Videoconference.
- Referred to LBT, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.