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HI HB1932

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mahina Poepoe

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to Article I of the Hawaii State Constitution establishing inherent and inalienable rights to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches for all people including future generations

  • Amendment reflects the Native Hawaiian concept of "Aloha Aina" (love of the land), which is central to Native Hawaiian values and beliefs

  • Would require the specified environmental rights to be protected and not infringed upon as a constitutional guarantee

  • Requires voter approval through a ballot question asking whether the constitution should be amended to ensure these environmental protections

  • Takes effect upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii State Constitution, which governs the constitutional amendment process

Legislative Description

Proposing An Amendment To Article I Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Recognize And Protect The Inherent And Inalienable Right Of All People To Clean Water And Air, A Healthful Environment And Climate And Healthy Native Ecosystems And Beaches.

Constitutional Amendment

Last Action

Referred to EEP/WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3

1/28/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy & Environmental Protection1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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