Hawaii SB846 prohibits the governor or mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital statistics during a declared state of emergency.

Hawaii SB846 amends state law to prohibit the governor or a mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital statistics during a declared state of emergency. The bill aims to ensure transparency and accountability in government by maintaining access to public records and vital statistics, which are essential for public health, safety, and welfare. While the bill allows for reasonable delays in response to requests due to extenuating circumstances, it strictly prohibits the complete suspension of these services.

Hawaii SB846 prohibits the governor or mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital statistics during a declared state of emergency.

Hawaii SB846 amends state law to prohibit the governor or a mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital statistics during a declared state of emergency. The bill aims to ensure transparency and accountability in government by maintaining access to public records and vital statistics, which are essential for public health, safety, and welfare. While the bill allows for reasonable delays in response to requests due to extenuating circumstances, it strictly prohibits the complete suspension of these services.