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News in English (USA) / 16.05.2026 / 05:00

Hawaii Enacts Landmark Legislation to Restrict Corporate Influence in Politics

In a significant move, Hawaii has recently enacted new legislation aimed at curbing corporate influence in politics, following the contentious Citizens United ruling. Governor Green signed a series of bills, including a pioneering measure that limits corporate political spending and reinforces the stance that corporations cannot participate in elections as individuals do. This legislation positions Hawaii as a leader in the fight against corporate political influence, paving the way for similar efforts in other states. Activists and lawmakers celebrated the passing of this bill, which is seen as a vital step toward ensuring a government that is more accountable to its citizens rather than corporate entities.
Office of the Governor Josh Green (.gov), AP News, Courthouse News, The Atlantic, Spectrum News, Aloha State Daily, Center for American Progress, Ballotpedia News, Honolulu Civil Beat, KITV