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HI HB1828

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cory Chun

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes minimum income requirements for families occupying farm dwellings on agricultural land: either at least $30,000 per year from agricultural activity or at least 20% of total gross household income
  • Requires agricultural income to be verified through state general excise tax returns, county-approved agricultural dedication, or state income tax return filings
  • Expands the definition of "farm dwelling" to include dwellings where the agricultural activity qualifies as a farming operation under section 165-2 and is conducted on more than 50% of the entire lot
  • Mandates that tax filers consent to disclosure requirements to qualify for farm dwelling status on agricultural lands
  • Amends Section 205-4.5 of Hawaii Revised Statutes governing permitted uses within agricultural districts with class A or B soil productivity ratings

Legislative Description

Relating To Agricultural Lands.

Agricultural Lands

Last Action

The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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