The 2024 Regular Session is just around the corner (it opens on Wednesday, January 17, at 10:00 a.m.). Register for one of the Public Access Room’s training sessions and learn more about advocacy, the legislature’s website, and the session calendar’s deadlines.

Use Your Voice at the Legislature

Our free “Your Voice” training focuses on advocacy at the State Capitol. We’ll cover everything from pitching an idea for a new law to asking for hearings, testifying, and following bills through the legislative process.

We offer this Zoom training at three different dates/times. Plan on an hour (45 minutes with time for questions) and get yourself prepped for session!

Tuesday, January 2, 12:00 noon Register here

Wednesday, January 10, 3:00 p.m. Register here

Thursday, January 18, 6:00 p.m. Register here

Get to Know the Legislature’s Website

The Hawaii State Legislature’s website (capitol.hawaii.gov) is a great portal, providing useful tools for advocates. We’ll cover the website’s interactive features, some search tips, and more.

We offer this Zoom training at three different dates/times. Plan on 45 minutes (with time for questions) and get yourself prepped for session!

Wednesday, January 3, 3:00 p.m. Register here

Thursday, January 11, 6:00 p.m. Register here

Tuesday, January 16, 12:00 noon Register here

Legislative Calendar and Deadlines

Learn to read the legislative calendar, get to know the deadlines, and how they affect the legislation you’re following.

We offer this free Zoom training at three different dates/times. Plan on 45 minutes (with time for questions) and get yourself prepped for session!

Thursday, January 4, 6:00 p.m. Register here

Tuesday, January 9, 12:00 noon Register here

Thursday, January 18, 3:00 p.m. Register here

Questions? Need more information? Contact us at 808/587-0478 or [email protected].