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HI SB2341
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Troy Hashimoto
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AI Summary
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Establishes strict timelines for Hawaii's historic preservation department to review projects affecting historic properties: 90 days for standard reviews, 30 days when no historic properties are impacted, with automatic concurrence if deadlines are missed
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Allows phased review for large projects involving corridors, restricted access areas, or staged construction, requiring formal agreements between the department and property owners outlining phases and timelines
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Requires the department to process complete submittals within 5 business days and respond to post-review discoveries of historic properties or aviation artifacts within 5 business days
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Maintains existing protections for inadvertent burial site discoveries under sections 6E-43 and 6E-43.6, and preserves fines up to $1,000 per day for violations
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Continues streamlined programmatic review process for transit-oriented development projects near mass transit stations, with a June 30, 2036 deadline for substantial construction to qualify for expedited review
Legislative Description
Relating To Historic Preservation.
Historic Preservation
Last Action
The committee on WLA deferred the measure.
2/13/2026