HI HB1309

Authorizes the transfer of fee simple interest in certain state agency lands, including existing improvements, to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL)

Addresses DHHL's mission to deliver land to native Hawaiians, with 29,451 applicants currently on the waitlist for residential, agricultural, or pastoral leases

Notes that DHHL manages 203,981 acres of trust lands with 10,045 homestead leases but only about 5% is designated for residential use while over 63% is designated for general agriculture, special district, or conservation

Does not specify which particular state lands or agencies are involved in the transfer (bill appears to be a placeholder requiring further specifics)

Takes effect upon approval