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HI SB2363

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sharon Moriwaki

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes Hawaii counties to close or restrict public access to county-controlled lands when necessary to protect public health, ensure public safety, or preserve natural or cultural resources
  • Allows temporary or permanent restrictions including denial of access to specific areas, modification of hours of operation, prohibition of specified activities, and establishment of conditions for entry or use
  • Requires counties to provide public notice of closures through posted signs at affected property, publication on the county's official website, or other reasonable means
  • Adds a new section to Chapter 46, Part V of the Hawaii Revised Statutes governing county powers over public lands
  • Takes effect upon approval

Legislative Description

Relating To The Counties.

Counties

Last Action

Bill scheduled to be heard by WAL on Tuesday, 03-17-26 9:00AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Water & Land3/12/2026
Judiciary2/18/2026
Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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