SB 2314: HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE; STATE LAW; PUBLIC DOCUMENTS
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2026-02-13
Current Status:
In Progress
(2026-03-06: One Day Notice 03-10-26.)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Final Decking
Enacted
Version:
Requires that whenever there is a difference between the English and Hawaii version of law that is material to its interpretation, priority shall be given to the language that aligns with the intent of the legislature as evidenced by legislative history, context, and purpose. Clarifies that Hawaiian shall not be required for public acts and transactions, but is welcomed. (SD1)
Discussed in Hearing
Feb 27, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary
Feb 3, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Environment
Feb 3, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Education
Feb 3, 2026