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HRS §21-6

Committee size, quorum, and voting rules

This section sets the basic rules for investigating committees. A committee must have at least five members. A majority of the full committee must be present to hold a meeting and take action. Decisions are made by a majority of those present and voting, unless the law requires more.

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The statute, as written — Membership, quorum, voting

(a) An investigating committee shall consist of not less than five members. (b) A quorum shall consist of a majority of the total authorized membership of the committee. (c) No action shall be taken by a committee at any meeting unless a quorum is present. The committee may act by a majority vote of the members present and voting at a meeting at which there is a quorum, unless the provisions of this chapter or any other statute require a greater number or proportion.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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