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HI HR90
Resolution
Status
3/7/2024
Primary Sponsor
Elijah Pierick
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AI Summary
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Requests that Congress propose a constitutional amendment to authorize Hawaii to restrict residential real property purchases to Hawaii residents only.
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Cites Hawaii's limited land availability and the impact of nonresident purchases on raising home prices and limiting homeownership opportunities for residents.
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Notes that such a state law would face legal challenges under the current U.S. Constitution and requires a constitutional amendment to be enacted.
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Invokes Article V of the U.S. Constitution, which allows Congress to propose amendments through a two-thirds majority vote in both houses.
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Directs certified copies of the resolution be sent to the Senate Majority Leader, House Speaker, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.
Legislative Description
Requesting Congress To Propose To Amend The United States Constitution To Authorize The State Of Hawaii To Enact Laws To Authorize Only Hawaii Residents To Purchase Residential Real Properties In The State.
Residential Real Property
Last Action
Referred to HSG, JHA, referral sheet 21
3/13/2024