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GM 1364 Hawaii Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Informing the Legislature that on July 1, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB292 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 261).

This bill (SB292, now ACT 261) creates safe harbor protections for survivors of sex trafficking in Hawaii. It prevents criminal prosecution for prostitution charges when survivors seek medical or law enforcement assistance, such as reporting to 911 or visiting a hospital. The law amends Hawaii Revised Statutes §712-1200 to clarify that "seeking medical or law enforcement assistance" includes reporting abuse or receiving care. It directly affects individuals involved in the commercial sex trade who are survivors of trafficking. The law was signed by Governor Josh Green on July 1, 2025.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents prosecution of sex trafficking survivors for prostitution when seeking medical/law enforcement help, aligning with criminal justice reform by reducing victim criminalization and protecting civil rights.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves criminal barriers for trafficking survivors seeking medical care, directly improving healthcare access and protecting patient rights per bill's amendment to seek medical assistance.95% confidence
Bill status introduced 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 1, 2025 Last action Jul 1, 2025
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