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HB2238Introduced in the House

Relating To Public Financing Of Elections.

IntroducedHouse Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Introduced by Della au Belatti, District 26

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishes a comprehensive system of public financing for all candidates seeking election to state and county public offices in Hawaii, to begin with the 2028 general election year. Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Where it stands

Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 5

January 30, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 5

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