Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3078: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTION.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 3078 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTION. Primary sponsor: Ron Kouchi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the Director of Law Enforcement to adopt rules establishing training and certification standards and procedures for crisis intervention officers. Clarifies the scope of treatment allowable under orders for assisted community treatment. Requires the Department of the Attorney general to assist with the preparation, filing, and presentation of any request for a court or administrative order authorizing treatment over the objection of certain patients.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ron Kouchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“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 PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.