Hawaii legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB2657: Relating to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research.
Status: In committee, May 1, 2026
Establishes the Alzheimer ' s Disease and Related Dementias Research Center of Hawaii within the University of Hawaii. Requires the Research Center to be administratively affiliated with the U niversity of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. Requires JABSOM, the Research Center, University of Hawaii Center on Aging, and University of Hawaii at Manoa to identify opportunities to capitalize on collaboration between the parties and maximize operational efficiencies. Requires the Research Center to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds .
What the bill says
A bill for an act relating to alzheimer's disease and related dementias research.
From the engrossed text:
A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIAS RESEARCH. SECTION 1. The legislature finds that establishing an organized Alzheimer's disease and related dementias research center at the university of Hawaii is essential to advance scientific research, improve diagnosis and treatment, and provide better care for individuals affected by these conditions. A National Institute on Aging designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Center would significantly enhance the university's research capabilities and attract major federal funding; however, achieving designation requires resources, coordination, and a dedicated team of expert researchers and staff. This goal is attainable through a phased approach that begins with capacity-building and strategic partnerships, and includes incremental steps to strengthen research infrastructure, such as creating key faculty and staff positions over time. The legislature further finds that Hawaii's unique demographic composition, including a significant Asian American 2026-1018 SB2657 SD1 SMA.docx ■IIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIigilllH Page S.B. NO. - i and Pacific Islander population, presents an unparalleled opportunity to conduct dementia research that reflects genetic, cultural, and environmental factors distinct from those studied at mainland research centers. This focus would fill critical gaps in scientific knowledge and inform culturally tailored interventions, benefiting both state and national research agendas. Establishing an Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research center in the State will leverage existing resources and collaborations among the university of Hawaii John …
Sponsors
- Donna Kim (D, 14) · primary sponsor
- Stanley Chang (D, 9)
- Brandon Elefante (D, 16)
- Mike Gabbard (D, 21)
- Troy Hashimoto (D, 5)
- Dru Kanuha (D, 3)
- Michelle Kidani (D, 18)
- Angus McKelvey (D, 6)
- Sharon Moriwaki (D, 12)
- Karl Rhoads (D, 13)
- Tim Richards (D, SD-004)
- Glenn Wakai (D, 15)
Latest actions
- : Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 229.
- : Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 3:10PM in conference room 229.
- : Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-30-26 3:00PM in conference room 229.
- : Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Tuesday 04-28-26 3:00PM in conference room 229.
- : Bill scheduled for Conference Committee Meeting on Friday, 04-24-26 2:40PM in conference room 229.
- : Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718).
- : Senate Conferees Appointed: Kim Chair; McKelvey, Kidani Co-Chairs; DeCorte.
- : Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787).
- : House Conferees Appointed: Garrett, Hussey Co-Chairs; Amato, Muraoka.
- : Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710).
Votes
- Third Reading with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1) (April 14, 2026): 49 yea, 1 nay, passed
- FIN: recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED (April 8, 2026): 16 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on HLT with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and none excused (0) (March 18, 2026): 50 yea, 1 nay, passed
- HED: recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS (March 16, 2026): 9 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Report Adopted; Passed Third Reading (March 6, 2026): 24 yea, 0 nay, passed
- WAM: recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED (March 3, 2026): 12 yea, 0 nay, passed
Subjects: Report, Appropriations, UH, Alzheimer'S Disease And Related Dementias Research, Study, Reports
Common questions
- What is SB2657?
- SB2657 is a bill in the Hawaii Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Relating to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research.
- What does SB2657 do?
- In its own words: A bill for an act relating to alzheimer's disease and related dementias research.
- What is the status of SB2657?
- In committee as of May 1, 2026. Latest action: Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 229. (May 1, 2026).
- Who sponsored SB2657?
- Donna Kim (D, 14), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SB2657?
- On the Hawaii Legislature website: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2657&year=2026
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