2025 HI Legislative Scorecard

The following scorecard lists several key votes in the Hawaii Legislature in 2025 and ranks state representatives and senators based on their fidelity to (U.S.) constitutional and limited-government principles.

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Senate Votes
House Votes

House Votes

1. Universal Vaccine Program

Establishes a universal vaccine program under the Hawaii Department of Health to provide vaccines, such as those for influenza and COVID-19, to all residents. The Hawaii State Department of Health is authorized to set rules for implementation, and the program includes purchasing, distributing, and maintaining a vaccine stockpile.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
SB1434 Roll Call 1558616 See Ninth Amendment 14th Amendment Declaration of Independence

2. Free School Meals

Establishes a program administered by the Hawaii Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to low income students in public schools. The program is funded through state appropriations starting on July 1, 2025.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
SB1300 Roll Call 1557752 See Fifth Amendment Declaration of Independence

3. Mandatory Helmet Requirement

Amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to require all operators and passengers of motorcycles, motor scooters, and mopeds to wear safety helmets. This bill eliminates exemptions for individuals over 18 and imposes fines for noncompliance.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
SB30 Roll Call 1557739 See Ninth Amendment 14th Amendment Declaration of Independence

4. UN Global Plastics Treaty

Encourages the State of Hawaii to adopt recommendations from the UN Global Plastics Treaty and the Rapa Nui Summit Declaration to address plastic pollution, climate justice, and sustainable development.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
SCR132 Roll Call 1531721 See Article I Section 10 Article II Section 2 10th Amendment

5. “Assault Weapon” Ban

Amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to prohibit the manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, or importation of "assault weapons."
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
HB893 See Second Amendment Ninth Amendment 14th Amendment Declaration of Independence

6. Vote-by-mail Extension

Extends the deadline for mail-in voter registration from 30 days to 10 days prior to a primary or general election.
Read More Constitutional Vote: No
HB408 Roll Call 1515345 See Article I Section 4 Article IV Declaration of Independence

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