Informing the Legislature that on May 28, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1925 HD2 SD1 CD1 (ACT 036).

This bill establishes a task force within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to update Hawaii's State Planning Act. The task force will create a two-year plan to review existing state goals, align state and county strategies, and address equity concerns for low-income communities. By appropriating funds for this effort, the legislation aims to ensure the state's long-range development plans reflect current economic and social needs.