The Hawaii Legislature is the legislative branch of the state government of Hawaii. It is a bicameral body, meaning it has two chambers: the Hawaii House of Representatives and the Hawaii Senate. The legislature is responsible for creating laws, approving the state budget, and addressing various issues affecting the residents of Hawaii. The Hawaii House of Representatives consists of 51 members, while the Hawaii Senate has 25 members. Both chambers meet annually, with sessions typically starting in January and lasting for about 60 days. Legislators are elected by the public and work to represent the interests of their constituents.