Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 59: REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR'S SENIOR ADVISOR FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM TO FORMULATE A PLAN TO INCREASE ACCESS TO THE HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL FOR CERTAIN MENTALLY ILL- CRIMINAL DEFENDANTS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 59 is a resolution introduced in the Hawaii Senate on March 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR'S SENIOR ADVISOR FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM TO FORMULATE A PLAN TO INCREASE ACCESS TO THE HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL FOR CERTAIN MENTALLY ILL- CRIMINAL DEFENDANTS. Primary sponsor: Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): Referred to HHS/PSM.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy San Buenaventura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Glenn Wakai | Co-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
- Referred to HHS/PSM.
- Offered.