Hawaii legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii HB1753: Relating to Social Media.
Status: Signed into law, July 14, 2026
Requires certain social media platforms to provide an accessible mechanism for users to delete their accounts on the platform and permanently erase all personal information associated with deleted accounts. Prohibits certain deceptive practices by a social media platform that obstructs the deletion of user accounts. Authorizes the Attorney General to pursue civil actions and seek injunctive relief and penalties for violations. Effective 1/1/2027.
What the bill says
A bill for an act relating to social media.
From the enrolled text:
A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA. SECTION 1. This Act shall be known and may be cited as the Hawaii Social Media Data Deletion Act. SECTION 2. The legislature finds that social media platforms collect, store, and process large amounts of users' personal information, including data that can persist indefinitely even after a user deletes an account. Users should have meaningful control over their digital identities and personal information, including clear rights to delete such information when they choose to discontinue using a social media platform. Effective deletion of personal data upon account termination promotes digital privacy, reduces the risk of unauthorized data retention and third-party sharing, and aligns with emerging state privacy standards. The purpose of this Act is to require certain social media platforms to: (1) Provide an accessible mechanism for users to delete their accounts; 2026--3517 HB1753 CD2 HMSO H.B. NO. ~ Page2 C.D. (2) Permanently delete all personal information and sensitive personal information associated with deleted accounts; and (3) Prohibit deceptive practices that obstruct deletion. SECTION 3. The Hawaii Revised Statutes is amended by adding a new chapter to be appropriately designated and to read as follows: "CHAPTER SOCIAL MEDIA PROTECTIONS PART I. GENERAL PROVISIONS § -1 Definitions. As used in this chapter: "Covered platform" means a social media platform that: (1) Has …
Sponsors
- Shirley Ann Templo (D, 30) · primary sponsor
- Terez Amato (D, 11)
- Della Belatti (D, 26)
- Cory Chun (D, 35)
- Diamond Garcia (R, 42)
- Gedeon, Joe (R, 18)
- Ikaika Hussey (D, 29)
- Greggor Ilagan (D, 4)
- Kim Iwamoto (D, 25)
- Darius Kila (D, 44)
- Matthias Kusch (D, 1)
- Nicole Lowen (D, 7)
Latest actions
- : Act 252, on 07/14/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1354).
- : Act 252, 07/14/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1354).
- : Transmitted to Governor.
- : Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 889).
- : Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 820).
- : Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 2). Ayes, 24; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) San Buenaventura).
- : Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0).
- : 48 Hrs. Notice 05-08-26
- : Report filed.
- : Separated Committee Report.
Votes
- Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 2) (May 8, 2026): 24 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Final Reading as amended in CD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0) (May 8, 2026): 51 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Floor amendment adopted as amended CD 2 with none voting no and none excused (May 6, 2026): 51 yea, 0 nay, passed
- none. (April 29, 2026): 4 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Conference Committee Vote (April 29, 2026): 3 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Report adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2) (April 14, 2026): 25 yea, 0 nay, passed
Subjects: Report, Social Media, Penalties, Rules, Prohibition
Common questions
- What is HB1753?
- HB1753 is a bill in the Hawaii Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Relating to Social Media.
- What does HB1753 do?
- In its own words: A bill for an act relating to social media.
- What is the status of HB1753?
- Signed into law as of July 14, 2026. Latest action: Act 252, on 07/14/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1354). (July 14, 2026).
- Who sponsored HB1753?
- Shirley Ann Templo (D, 30), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HB1753?
- On the Hawaii Legislature website: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1753&year=2026
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