States / Hawaii / HB 729

HB 729 Passed First Chamber

RELATING TO MARRIAGE OF MINORS.

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In Committee
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Enacted

Raises the minimum age to enter into marriage from sixteen to eighteen years of age. Repeals the authority of parents and the family court to consent to a minor's marriage. Repeals spousal cohabitation after the parties attain legal age as an exception for an annulment based on nonage. Repeals exemptions for sexual assault of a minor if the perpetrator is married to the minor. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 17, 2025
Last action
Jan 17, 2025 — Pending introduction.
Session
2026
Momentum
76 · High