Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2742: RELATING TO DOG ATTACKS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2742 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO DOG ATTACKS. Primary sponsor: Tim Richards (Democratic), Lorraine Inouye (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to AEN, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Clarifies owner liability and increases penalties and enforcement mechanisms for dog attacks on livestock.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Lorraine Inouye | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| 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 AEN, JDC.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.