SB2480 amends Hawaii election laws to implement a top-two primary system.

SB2480 modifies Hawaii election laws by introducing a top-two primary system. Under this system, the two candidates who receive the most votes in a primary or special primary election, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the general election. This bill repeals previous election statutes that required party affiliations to determine candidates for the general election. The changes do not affect rights and duties that matured, penalties incurred, or the qualifications of voters.

SB2480 amends Hawaii election laws to implement a top-two primary system.

SB2480 modifies Hawaii election laws by introducing a top-two primary system. Under this system, the two candidates who receive the most votes in a primary or special primary election, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the general election. This bill repeals previous election statutes that required party affiliations to determine candidates for the general election. The changes do not affect rights and duties that matured, penalties incurred, or the qualifications of voters.