Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 477: RELATING TO DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTIVE 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 477 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTIVE ORDERS. Primary sponsor: Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Glenn Wakai (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Makes a second or subsequent conviction for violation of a domestic abuse protective order a class C felony. Increases the sentencing requirements for second or subsequent convictions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Glenn Wakai | Primary 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
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Re-Referred to JDC.
- Referred to HHS, JDC.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.