Act 142, on 06/24/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1243).
Summary
The bill requires every Hawaii state and county entity that can certify U or T visas to adopt a written policy and designate officials to handle requests. It sets clear timelines for approving or denying certifications, guarantees confidentiality, provides language‑access support, and creates a reporting and training framework. The goal is to give immigrant victims consistent access to federal visa protections.
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