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SB 2288 In Committee

RELATING TO MENTAL ILLNESS.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Clarifies the procedures for assisted community treatment, examination, and hospitalization for individuals who may be mentally ill or suffering from substance abuse who are imminently dangerous to self, others, or property. Amends the procedures for involuntary hospitalizations and assisted community treatment petitions. Amends the Hawaii Penal Code to streamline the determination process for penal responsibility and fitness to proceed, including requiring courts to issue orders for treatment to defendants excluded from penal responsibility due to a mental disease, disorder, or defect.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 15, 2026
Last action
Jan 15, 2026 — Pending Introduction.
Session
2026
Momentum
38 · Low