Can I collect race information from participants in Hawaii? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, collecting race information from participants in Hawaii is not explicitly addressed. However, there are laws and regulations in place that govern the collection and dissemination of personal information, including race, and it is important to ensure compliance with these laws and regulations when collecting and using personal information.

Collection of Personal Information

The collection of personal information, including race, is subject to various laws and regulations in Hawaii. For example, the Hawaii Fair Employment Practices Act prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, among other protected characteristics [HRS §378-2]. Additionally, the Hawaii Privacy Act regulates the collection, use, and dissemination of personal information by businesses [HRS §487R-1 et seq.].

Release of Information Identifying Individuals

Information concerning any individual or in which any individual is identified may be furnished by the director of transportation if the requestor is acting on behalf of a state, a political subdivision of a state, a federal department, or agency, or is deemed to have a legitimate request because the requestor is using the information for noncommercial research in traffic safety programs or statistical reports, or is a manufacturer performing, or an agent acting on behalf of or an agent assisting the manufacturer of new motor vehicles to perform, a voluntary or ordered motor vehicle defect or safety defect recall pursuant to a specific request [HIAR 19-121-6(a)(1-3)(A-C)]. However, any person requesting information contained in the statewide traffic records system must file an affidavit with the director stating the reasons for obtaining the information and making assurances that the information will be used only for such reasons [HIAR 19-121-6(b)].

Conclusion

Based on the documents provided, there are no explicit requirements or prohibitions regarding the collection of race information from participants in Hawaii. However, the collection and dissemination of personal information, including race, is subject to various laws and regulations. It is important to ensure compliance with these laws and regulations when collecting and using personal information.

Jurisdiction

Hawaii

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