Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3098: RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT ORDERS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 3098 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT ORDERS. Primary sponsor: Ron Kouchi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to PSM, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends section 831-3.2, HRS, to reflect that a person who is arrested for or charged with a crime but convicted of a violation is eligible for an expungement of their arrest record for that incident.
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, JDC.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.