HRS §489-1

Purpose of the public accommodations law

This law protects everyone in Hawaii from unfair discrimination when using public places and services. Courts should interpret the law broadly to support that goal.

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The statute, as written — Purpose; construction

(a) The purpose of this chapter is to protect the interests, rights, and privileges of all persons within the State with regard to access and use of public accommodations by prohibiting unfair discrimination. (b) This chapter shall be liberally construed to further the purposes stated in subsection (a).

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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