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HI SB2997

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Lee

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the mandatory environmental assessment requirement for any proposed use within historic sites designated in the National Register or Hawaii Register of Historic Places
  • Eliminates the environmental assessment requirement for proposed uses within the Waikiki Special District on Oahu
  • Justifies the changes by citing existing City and County of Honolulu ordinances and permitting requirements for special districts like Waikiki as sufficient oversight
  • Amends Section 343-5 of Hawaii Revised Statutes by deleting paragraphs (4) and (5) and renumbering subsequent provisions
  • Takes effect upon approval, with existing rights, duties, penalties, and pending proceedings unaffected

Legislative Description

Relating To Environmental Assessments.

Environmental Assessments

Last Action

The committee(s) on WLA deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-09-26 1:00PM; CR 224 & Videoconference.

2/8/2026

Committee Referrals

Water, Land, and Agriculture1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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