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HI SB602

Bill

Status

Passed

4/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Wakai

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands areas subject to public closure by the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to include any parcels owned by the authority, not just housing projects themselves.

  • Requires closed areas to display "Closed to the Public – No Trespassing" signs with letters at least two inches in height, placed at reasonable intervals of no fewer than three signs per mile along boundary lines and at all entrances.

  • Authorizes closure of authority offices and facilities during non-business hours with signage that includes hours of operation.

  • Allows trespassers in closed areas to be prosecuted for criminal trespass in the second degree under Hawaii law.

  • Takes effect upon approval and addresses vandalism, property damage, litter, and excessive noise issues caused by non-residents in public housing parking areas and vacant land.

Legislative Description

Relating To The Hawaii Public Housing Authority.

Public Housing

Last Action

Act 027, on 04/23/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1127).

4/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs3/18/2025
Housing3/6/2025
Judiciary2/10/2025
Housing1/23/2025

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