States / Hawaii / SB 2471

SB 2471 Enacted

RELATING TO THE POWERS OF ARTIFICIAL PERSONS.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
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Enacted

Reaffirms that artificial persons created under state law possess only those powers that are necessary or convenient to carry out lawful purposes, and that those powers do not include the power to spend money or contribute anything of value to influence elections or ballot measures. Authorizes the Attorney General and the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to impose certain penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD2)

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 22, 2026
Last action
Jan 22, 2026 — Introduced.
Session
2026
Momentum
90 · Very high