Informing the Legislature that on July 9, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB431 HD2 SD2 CD1 (ACT 309).

HB 431 (Act 309) establishes requirements for Hawaii's "kauhale" initiative, a state program providing affordable housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The bill mandates that kauhale projects must connect to public utilities (water, sewer, electricity), limit rent to 30% of area median income, and undergo community consultation before construction. It also requires annual reporting to the legislature on program metrics, an independent audit, and appropriates $18.5 million for fiscal year 2025-2026 and $24.3 million for 2026-2027 to fund the initiative.