Free and fair elections
Democracy depends on clear rules, transparent systems, and every voter having their voice heard. Hawaiʻi can strengthen election integrity and reduce the influence of big money.
During each legislative session, we track bills that can strengthen protections, close loopholes, and keep our families safer.
All State bills
Migrant Rights
Affordability
Healthcare
LGBTQIA+
Gun Safety
Topics related to free elections in this legislative session
Curb the influence of big money in elections
Reduce the outsized role of independent expenditures and outside money by strengthening disclosure requirements and preventing foreign-influenced corporations and special interests from hiding political influence […]
Close campaign finance loopholes
Close gaps that allow political money to be traded between candidates, influence public contracts, or weaken enforcement of campaign finance laws.
Expand publicly funded elections
Support efforts to strengthen Hawai驶i's publicly funded elections system, including increased matching funds, higher contribution caps, changing the current Elections Campaign Fund (ECF) to generate […]
Protect election integrity & expand voter access
Strengthen election security and oversight while expanding access to voting
How you can make a difference
Take action when it counts
Know when issues come up and action needs to be taken, like contacting your representative or joining a protest or campaign.
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Join our Public Policy Action Group
Submit testimony when hearings come up on the issues above. We’ll track bills and other events, and send you an email when it’s time to make your voice heard.
Resources related to the legislative session
How a Bill Becomes Law in Hawaiʻi
This guide walks through the life of a bill from introduction to becoming law (or sometimes not).
Committee and procedural abbreviations
Quick guide to committee names, bill versions, and procedural terms you’ll see in session or in our daily State Bill Updates.
How to submit testimony to the Hawaiʻi State Legislature
We track the State Bills on specific issues, and when a hearing is scheduled, we ask you to submit testimony. This is how that works.
Shape policy
From basic democracy to keeping daily life affordable, many new policies put Hawaiian families and individuals at risk.
But when we work together to testify on legislation, engage with lawmakers, and keep them accountable — we have the power to protect our communities.
Join us to raise your voice on issues that matter!
Migrant Rights
Affordability
Healthcare
LGBTQIA+
Gun Safety
