Hawaii SB5 amends the process for filling legislative vacancies in the state house and senate.

Hawaii SB5 modifies the procedure for appointing replacements for vacant seats in the state house of representatives and senate. If a vacancy arises, the governor must select an appointee from a list of three candidates submitted by the same political party as the prior incumbent. The appointee must have been a party member for at least six months before the appointment.

Hawaii SB5 amends the process for filling legislative vacancies in the state house and senate.

Hawaii SB5 modifies the procedure for appointing replacements for vacant seats in the state house of representatives and senate. If a vacancy arises, the governor must select an appointee from a list of three candidates submitted by the same political party as the prior incumbent. The appointee must have been a party member for at least six months before the appointment.