Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2963: RELATING TO INSURANCE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2963 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO INSURANCE. Primary sponsor: Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2026): Re-Referred to CPN.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the automatic payment of 100% of the personal property or contents coverage limit stated in an insurance policy in the event of a total loss of a dwelling caused by certain perils that occurred pursuant to a state of emergency. Prohibits an insurer from requiring the submission of an itemized inventory of damaged or destroyed personal property. Requires notice to policyholders of the right to an automatic payment.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Re-Referred to CPN.
- Referred to PSM, CPN.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.