SB 2361 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.

SB 2361 prohibits food and beverage service businesses from selling or distributing single-use plastic service ware, such as straws, utensils, and containers. It directly affects restaurants, cafes, and vendors that currently provide these plastic items to customers. The key mechanism bans the sale and distribution of these specific plastic products, requiring businesses to switch to alternatives like compostable or reusable options. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having been introduced on January 21, 2026, and referred to committee for further review.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2026 Last action Jan 26, 2026
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Jan 26, 2026
Committee
Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC.
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Jan 21, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and passed First Reading.
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Jan 15, 2026
Introduced
Pending Introduction.
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Lynn DeCoite
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