What's Being Discussed

• The Commission will review a summary of its mediation program and current caseload statistics, including how long cases have been open.
• Updates will be given on four active civil rights complaints involving employment and housing discrimination. One case — Diederiks vs. Aliʻi Builders, LLC — is preparing for oral arguments scheduled for October 14, 2026. Another, Miura v. Zhang and Xie, involves a scheduling dispute between the parties over the hearing date.
• Commissioners will receive a status update on Act 257, a new state law requiring digital accessibility in places of public accommodation, which is currently in the rule-drafting phase.
• The Commission will discuss its work on Senate Concurrent Resolution 184, which directs HCRC to study whether existing anti-discrimination laws apply to algorithms and automated decision-making systems. A draft report to the legislature is expected by November.
• Clean Slate Hawaiʻi will present on a proposed initiative to expand opportunities for people with past arrest or court records.
• The Commission will discuss a public request to support the Speak Your Truth Act, upcoming legislation the Commission has previously supported in similar form.

Decisions Expected

• Approval of minutes from the August 12, 2026 meeting
• Possible vote on a 90-day extension to reschedule a hearing in the Miura housing discrimination case
• A closed-door (executive) session with legal counsel to prepare for the October oral arguments in the Diederiks case

Who Should Pay Attention

• People who have filed or are involved in civil rights complaints with HCRC
• Residents interested in disability rights and digital access
• Individuals with past arrest or court records who may benefit from Clean Slate legislation
• Anyone concerned about automated systems and discrimination in hiring, housing, or services