Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR216

Introduced
5/8/26  

Caption

Informing The Senate And Governor That The House Of Representatives Is Ready To Adjourn Sine Die.

Summary

H.R. 216 is a simple procedural House Resolution stating that the Hawaii House of Representatives is ready to adjourn sine die, meaning to end the legislative session without setting a date to reconvene. The resolution directs that certified copies be sent to the President of the Senate and the Governor so both branches are formally notified of the House’s readiness to conclude the 2026 regular session. The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any substantive state law. Its effect is limited to legislative procedure and session administration, serving as an official communication between the House, Senate, and Governor. Because it is a resolution rather than a bill, it has no direct impact on statutes, regulated parties, or public programs beyond marking the end of the House’s work for the session.

Impact

This resolution has no substantive legal impact on Hawaii statutes or state regulatory policy. It only affects the internal legislative process by formally declaring the House ready to adjourn sine die and by triggering notification to the Senate and Governor. The practical effect is to help close out the 2026 regular session and signal that the House has completed its business.

Sentiment

The available context suggests unanimous or noncontroversial procedural support, as there are no recorded committee transcripts, votes, or objections. The resolution appears to be a routine end-of-session measure, and nothing in the record indicates disagreement or debate. Overall sentiment is neutral and administrative rather than policy-driven.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because the resolution is purely procedural and simply announces readiness to adjourn, it does not present substantive policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or stakeholder conflicts. The absence of committee discussion and voting history further suggests that it was treated as a routine housekeeping measure.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

HI HR218

Informing The Senate And Governor That The House Of Representatives Is Ready To Adjourn Sine Die.

HI SR217

Informing The House And Governor That The Senate Is Ready To Adjourn Sine Die.

HI HR5

Communicating That The House Of Representatives Of The Thirty-third Legislature Has Assembled And Is Ready To Transact Business.

HI SR216

Regarding Completion Of The Work Of The Thirty-third Legislature, Regular Session Of 2025, Subsequent To Adjournment Thereof.

HI HCR67

Requesting The Governor, State Building Code Council, Planning Departments Of Each County, Mayors Of Each County, And Chairs Of The Senate And House Of Representatives Standing Committees On Housing To Develop A Comprehensive Strategy For Adopting Updated Building Codes.

HI SCR48

Requesting The Office Of The Governor, State Building Code Council, Building Departments Of Each County, Mayors Of Each County, And Chairs Of The Senate And House Of Representatives Standing Committees On Housing To Develop A Comprehensive Strategy For Adopting Updated Building Codes.

HI SR30

Requesting The Office Of The Governor, State Building Code Council, Building Departments Of Each County, Mayors Of Each County, And Chairs Of The Senate And House Of Representatives Standing Committees On Housing To Develop A Comprehensive Strategy For Adopting Updated Building Codes.

HI HR7

Adopting The House Administrative And Financial Manual Of The House Of Representatives Of The Thirty-third Legislature.

HI HR3

Electing The Officers Of The House Of Representatives Of The Thirty-third Legislature.

HI HR2

Electing The Speaker And Vice Speaker Of The House Of Representatives Of The Thirty-third Legislature.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.