Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HB2467

Introduced
1/28/26  

Caption

A Bill For An Act Relating To Statutory Revision: Amending Or Repealing Various Provisions Of The Hawaii Revised Statutes Or The Session Laws Of Hawaii For The Purposes Of Correcting Errors And References, Clarifying Language, Or Deleting Obsolete Or Unnecessary Provisions.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2467 will have significant implications on how state laws are interpreted and enforced. By amending or repealing outdated or unclear provisions, the bill seeks to streamline legal processes and reduce potential confusion about legislative intent. This proactive approach may help to prevent misinterpretations that could arise from ambiguously worded laws and rules, ensuring that Hawaii’s legal framework remains relevant and effective.

Summary

House Bill 2467 is a legislative initiative aimed at revising various provisions of the Hawaii Revised Statutes and the Session Laws of Hawaii. The primary objectives of the bill are to correct errors and references, clarify language, and remove obsolete or unnecessary provisions within the existing legal framework. The revisions are intended to enhance the overall clarity and usability of the statutory language, thereby facilitating better understanding and compliance by the public and legal practitioners alike.

Contention

There could be debates surrounding the scope of the revisions proposed in HB 2467. As the bill aims to make widespread alterations, concerns may arise regarding the potential unintended consequences of removing established provisions. Stakeholders in various sectors might express apprehension that certain changes could adversely affect regulations important to specific communities or industries, prompting discussions on the balance between necessary revisions and maintaining essential legal protections.

Companion Bills

HI SB3225

Same As A Bill For An Act Relating To Statutory Revision: Amending Or Repealing Various Provisions Of The Hawaii Revised Statutes Or The Session Laws Of Hawaii For The Purposes Of Correcting Errors And References, Clarifying Language, Or Deleting Obsolete Or Unnecessary Provisions.

Previously Filed As

HI HB1438

Relating To Statutory Revision: Amending Or Repealing Various Provisions Of The Hawaii Revised Statutes Or The Session Laws Of Hawaii For The Purposes Of Correcting Errors And References, Clarifying Language, Or Deleting Obsolete Or Unnecessary Provisions.

HI SB1508

Relating To Statutory Revision: Amending Or Repealing Various Provisions Of The Hawaii Revised Statutes Or The Session Laws Of Hawaii For The Purposes Of Correcting Errors And References, Clarifying Language, Or Deleting Obsolete Or Unnecessary Provisions.

HI HB1460

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI HB304

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI HB206

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI SB109

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI SB613

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI HCR124

Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.

HI HR120

Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.

HI HB1104

Relating To Amending Section 323d-54, Hawaii Revised Statutes, To Exempt The Department Of Health From Certificate Of Need Requirements.

Similar Bills

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