Gun Safety
Gun violence kills nearly 50,000 Americans every year. In Hawaiʻi, we have the chance to do better: strong laws save lives, and state legislature is where that change happens.
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+
Free & Fair Elections
Topics we track in the 2026 legislative session
Penalties for Firearms Violations
Weak penalties undermine gun safety laws. Stronger consequences show Hawaiʻi takes firearm violations seriously.
Enforcing Protective Orders against Gun Violence
Gun Violence Protective Orders prevent suicide and domestic violence homicides — but only if they’re fully enforced.
Prohibit Assault Firearms
Assault weapons cause major harm, and have no legitimate civilian defense purpose. Hawaiʻi can ban their sale and possession.
Gun violence prevention
Preventive measures like background checks, safe storage, and waiting periods save lives before tragedies occur.
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.
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date.
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!
All State bills
Migrant Rights
Affordability
Healthcare
LGBTQIA+