Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2397 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 077).

This bill, signed into law by Governor Josh Green on June 3, 2026, amends the rules for neighborhood and community outreach boards in Hawaii to clarify how a quorum is defined. The key change requires a quorum for conducting official business, discussing matters before voting, and casting votes to validate board actions, though boards can still gather information without a full quorum. For Honolulu neighborhood boards with vacancies, the law specifies that a majority of filled seats will count as a quorum for these purposes. The new provisions will take effect on January 1, 2027, ensuring clearer procedures for board meetings and decision-making.