SB3329 mandates personal information for written public testimony to ensure authenticity and privacy.

SB3329 requires the Hawaii legislature and state and county boards to collect specific identifying information from individuals submitting written public testimony. This includes the testifier's full legal name and residential address, aiming to confirm the testimony's authenticity while protecting the privacy of submitters. Personal information collected will only be used for verification and communication purposes, and cannot be disclosed without the testifier's consent, except for the testifier's name. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2028.

SB3329 mandates personal information for written public testimony to ensure authenticity and privacy.

SB3329 requires the Hawaii legislature and state and county boards to collect specific identifying information from individuals submitting written public testimony. This includes the testifier's full legal name and residential address, aiming to confirm the testimony's authenticity while protecting the privacy of submitters. Personal information collected will only be used for verification and communication purposes, and cannot be disclosed without the testifier's consent, except for the testifier's name. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2028.