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🚨 ACTION ALERT – CALL YOUR STATE SENATOR 🚨

Three bills affecting firearm owners will be heard in the Hawaii State Senate on March 10, and we need the community to speak up.

📞 Please call your State Senator and respectfully ask them to OPPOSE the following bills:

SB2128
Allows the government to seize fi****ms and vehicles from someone accused of hunting on private land without permission — a severe penalty for what is typically a trespass offense.

SB2517
Upgrades firearm possession violations while under certain court orders to a felony and includes language that may criminalize transferring fi****ms or ammunition, even when someone is trying to lawfully dispose of them.

SB2575
Creates harsh criminal penalties for firearm possession after consuming alcohol or certain medications, focusing on consumption rather than actual impairment.

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How to Find Your Senator

1️⃣ Search online for “Hawaii State Legislature find my legislator.”
2️⃣ Enter your home address.
3️⃣ The site will show you your State Senator and their phone number.

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☎️ When you call:
• Tell them you are a constituent.
• Ask them to vote NO on SB2128, SB2517, and SB2575.
• Keep it short and respectful.

Even a 30-second phone call can make a difference.

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SB2575 is moving, and we need your voice.

This bill goes too far and creates harsh, unnecessary penalties that will impact law-abiding citizens.

Why we oppose SB2575:
• Expands firearm penalties based on mere alcohol “consumption” — not actual impairment.
• Punishishes individuals who use legally prescribed medications for chronic medical conditions.
• Upgrades some violations to a Class A felony — typically reserved for the most serious crimes.
• Attaches a mandatory 20-year sentence, removing judicial discretion and potentially making convictions less likely.
• Targets status rather than actual dangerous conduct.
We support punishing reckless and violent behavior — but this bill overreaches and creates disproportionate penalties that do not improve public safety.

Please submit testimony in opposition before the March 3rd hearing.

Make your voice heard.

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ACTION ALERT – TESTIMONY DEADLINE APPROACHING
House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) Hearing – Thursday, February 5

Two firearm-related bills are scheduled for a hearing. HIFICO urges the public to submit testimony in opposition to both bills.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE
Written testimony must be submitted at least 24 hours before the hearing.
Deadline: Wednesday, February 4 at 3:00 PM

HB 2062 – Relating to Gun Violence Prevention
This bill appropriates public funds for advertising and promoting red flag laws and encourages their use.

HIFICO strongly opposes red flag laws. Unlike Temporary Restraining Orders, red flag orders lack meaningful due process protections and can result in the indefinite removal of the right to keep and bear arms without a criminal conviction.

Using taxpayer money to promote a process that bypasses due process is unacceptable.

HB 2061 – Relating to Fi****ms
This bill appropriates government funds for firearm buyback programs.

Although individuals typically receive only $100 to $150 per firearm, the actual cost to taxpayers often exceeds $500 per firearm once administrative and operational expenses are included.

HIFICO believes these funds would be better used for public education on legal firearm transfer or disposal through licensed dealers, or through a self-funded buyback model in which fi****ms are lawfully resold rather than destroyed.

WHAT YOU CAN DO NOW
Submit written testimony in opposition to HB 2062 and HB 2061.
Be polite, concise, and factual.
Personal testimony matters.

HOW TO SUBMIT
Written testimony may be submitted on the Capitol website under the House Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs hearing scheduled for February 5.

WHY THIS MATTERS
These bills expand government spending while raising serious concerns about due process and fiscal responsibility. Legislators need to hear directly from the people affected.

If you value due process and responsible use of public funds, submit testimony before the deadline and encourage others to do the same

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LEGISLATIVE ALERT — NOW IS THE TIME TO SUBMIT TESTIMONY

The first batch of anti-Second Amendment bills of this legislative session is scheduled for a hearing on Monday at 3 PM, and the deadline to submit written testimony is Sunday at 3 PM. This is a critical moment for our community. The following bills are moving forward, and your voice is needed now. Inaction today can lead to lasting restrictions on your right to keep and bear arms tomorrow. Lawmakers will make decisions whether we speak up or not, so it is essential that they hear directly from those who will be impacted.

In addition to submitting written testimony, those who are able are strongly encouraged to attend the hearing in person. Showing up demonstrates the strength, commitment, and engagement of our community, and in-person testimony can have a meaningful impact on how these proposals are viewed.

Several firearm-related bills advancing this session could significantly affect lawful firearm ownership, due process protections, and criminal penalties in Hawaiʻi. We are urging community members, advocates, and anyone who values constitutional rights to submit testimony in opposition to the following measures.

SB 433 would prohibit the open carry of so-called “deadly or dangerous weapons,” expanding the definition to include bladed weapons. While it includes a limited affirmative defense for lawful self-defense and transport, the broader effect is another layer of restriction on law-abiding individuals. Expanding weapon classifications without clear standards creates confusion, risks inconsistent enforcement, and further erodes personal freedoms.

SB 2575 introduces sweeping sentencing enhancements and felony reclassifications related to firearm offenses. The bill establishes mandatory minimum prison terms for certain Class A felonies involving fi****ms and raises multiple offenses to Class A felony status. These include possession while being prosecuted for or previously convicted of certain crimes, possession while under restraining or protective orders, carrying while under the influence of controlled substances, and possession of methamphetamine while armed. Expanding mandatory minimums limits judicial discretion and can result in disproportionate penalties without effectively addressing crime.

SB 2517 would make possession, control, or transfer of a firearm while under a protective or restraining order a Class C felony. Protective orders can sometimes be issued without full evidentiary hearings, raising serious due process concerns when automatic felony penalties are applied.

SB 2503 allocates funding for gun buyback programs, requiring at least two events per county. While often presented as a public safety measure, studies across the country have shown limited evidence that buyback programs significantly reduce crime. Public resources should be focused on solutions with proven effectiveness.

SB 2720 would create a Firearm Injury Restitution Fund financed by licensed firearm manufacturers as a condition of market participation. This approach places financial liability on manufacturers for actions outside their control, raising concerns about fairness, legal precedent, and economic impact on lawful businesses.

Taken together, these bills reflect a broader push toward increased restrictions and penalties affecting lawful firearm ownership rather than targeted enforcement against violent offenders. Policies that expand criminal classifications, reduce judicial discretion, or shift liability away from individuals can have long-term consequences for civil liberties.

Submitting testimony is one of the most effective ways to participate in the legislative process. Legislators review testimony when making decisions, and every submission becomes part of the public record. Be respectful, concise, and clear about your position. Share how these proposals may affect you, your family, or your community.

We will continue monitoring these bills and sharing updates as they develop. The most current information will always be posted here.

The window to act is short. Testimony must be submitted by Sunday at 3 PM for the Monday 3 PM hearing. If you are able, please consider attending in person and making your voice heard. Civic engagement matters, and participation now can shape the outcome of these proposals for years to come.

Weekday closure of Koko Head Shooting Complex scheduled for three weeks in June

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Let’s talk about SB 401

please call/email these senators and thank them for helping to stop SB401!

Brenton Awa
Lynn DeCoite
Samantha DeCorte
Mike Gabbard
Donna Mercado Kim
Ronald D. Kouchi
Angus L.K. McKelvey
Michelle N. Kidani
Herbert M. “Tim” Richards III
Henry J.C. Aquino
Glenn Wakai
Joy A. San Buenaventura
Kurt Fevella

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TODAY'S BIG Q: Should isle lawmakers ban assault rifles and shotguns?

A. Yes; ban supports strong anti-gun statutes
B. No; violation of constitutional rights
C. Undecided

This is not a scientific poll — results reflect only the opinions of those voting.

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Here are the last three senators we all need to thank for yesterday's victory over SB401. Please take 2 minutes and call or email!