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Hawaii Lawmakers Aim to Enhance Red Flag Law Awareness

3/7/2026

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Hawaii lawmakers push to raise awareness of the red flag law, enacted six years ago, despite a 40% rise in gun deaths.
The law allows individuals close to someone in crisis to petition for temporary firearm removal.
Confusion among law enforcement and lack of training hinder its use.
A proposed bill would fund public awareness campaigns and streamline the process.

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Story summary

Hawaii lawmakers push to raise awareness of the red flag law, enacted six years ago, despite a 40% rise in gun deaths.
The law allows individuals close to someone in crisis to petition for temporary firearm removal.
Confusion among law enforcement and lack of training hinder its use.
A proposed bill would fund public awareness campaigns and streamline the process.