Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2926: RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2926 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO CESSPOOLS. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Jarrett Keohokalole (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
PART II: Allows certain extensions of the deadline for cesspool conversions. PART III: Authorizes and appropriates funds to the Department of Health to retain qualified consultants as necessary to identify necessary public outreach and education resources and tools and develop a comprehensive public outreach strategy and website to educate homeowners and wastewater industry professionals about information and resources regarding the State's cesspool upgrade, conversion, and connection requirements and deadlines.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| 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/AEN, WAM.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.