HB 1007 Hawaii House · 2025 Regular Session

RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.

Summary

Authorizes the Hawaii Community Development Authority to cooperate with or assist public and private sector entities to engage in projects that improve the State. Amends the membership of the HCDA board of directors. Establishes the Transit-oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Program under HCDA. Repeals the Transit-oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement District Board. Authorizes HCDA to issue bonds to finance the development of infrastructure outside of HCDA's community development districts. (CD1)

Issues: ✓ Transportation

Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2025

Committee Review

Apr 2025

House Passage

Apr 2025

Senate Passage

Apr 2025

Signed into Law

Jul 2025

Introduced Jan 21, 2025 Signed Jul 1, 2025

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HB1007_SD1 → HB1007_SD2 · 8 edits

MODERATE

This bill fundamentally restructures Hawaii's transit-oriented development program by replacing the county-based 'Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Districts' with a single statewide 'Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Program' administered by the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA). The changes shift authority from local district boards to a centralized state board with expertise in successful affordable housing and community planning models, allowing the HCDA to fund infrastructure improvements outside existing designated districts. The bill also authorizes new revenue bonds and appropriations to finance these projects, aiming to reduce housing and transportation costs through aggregated public amenities and infrastructure.

Scope change

The bill expands the scope from county-specific transit-oriented development districts to a statewide program that can implement community improvements in areas outside existing HCDA districts, including undeveloped, blighted, or economically depressed areas throughout the state.

SCOPE

Replaced county-specific transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement districts with a single statewide Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Program administered by the HCDA.

FISCAL

Authorized the HCDA to issue revenue bonds to finance infrastructure development in transit-oriented community improvement program areas, lands within existing community development districts, and the stadium development district.

Appropriated funds from revenue bond proceeds and interest for fiscal year 2025-2026 to carry out the purposes of the Act, with a sunset provision on June 30, 2030.

REQUIREMENT

Changed the board composition from multiple county-specific boards to a single statewide board with seven voting members including state agency directors, cultural specialists, and community representatives appointed by the governor, senate, and house.

Added authority for the board to assess user fees on beneficiaries of infrastructure improvements and establish user fee areas within program areas.

ELIGIBILITY

Expanded eligibility to include areas outside existing HCDA districts, including substantially undeveloped, blighted, or economically depressed areas throughout the state.

DEFINITION

Replaced 'Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement District' terminology with 'Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Program' and related terms throughout the statute.

TIMELINE

Set the effective date as July 1, 3000, which appears to be a placeholder or error in the bill text.

HB1007_HD2 → HB1007_SD1 · 7 edits

MODERATE

This bill fundamentally restructures Hawaii's transit-oriented development program by replacing the failed district board model with a new Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership. The new partnership will focus on building comprehensive community infrastructure including affordable housing, public spaces, and transportation amenities rather than just infrastructure improvements. The bill also establishes a new Community Improvement Special Fund and creates a new chapter in the Hawaii Revised Statutes to govern this partnership.

Scope change

The bill expands the scope from solely infrastructure improvement districts to a broader community improvement partnership that addresses affordable housing, public spaces, and community amenities. It shifts the focus from district-based governance to a partnership model within the Hawaii Community Development Authority.

SCOPE

Removed the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement District Board structure that was previously established to oversee district-based infrastructure projects.

Added a new Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership with a primary mission to build community infrastructure, affordable housing, and public amenities to lower the cost of living.

FISCAL

Created a new Community Improvement Special Fund to support the partnership's operations, grants, and investments in qualified securities.

Added appropriations for four new permanent positions including an executive director, planner/architect, project development specialist, and administrative assistant.

REQUIREMENT

Changed board composition from county-based district boards to a state-level partnership board with specific expertise in affordable housing, public spaces, and community-based economic development.

Added new requirements for the partnership to ensure at least 70% of daily commutes can be made by walking, biking, or public transit, and to include 20% electric vehicle-ready parking stalls.

TIMELINE

Changed the effective date from the original July 1, 2025 to July 1, 3000, which appears to be a placeholder or error that needs correction.

HB1007_CD1 → HB1007_HD1 · 8 edits

MODERATE

This bill fundamentally restructures Hawaii's transit-oriented development (TOD) program by shifting it from a county-based district system to a centralized program administered by the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA). The change moves oversight from local county boards to the state HCDA, consolidates administrative authority, and modifies how infrastructure improvements are funded and assessed. This centralization aims to improve efficiency and coordination across the state.

Scope change

The bill changes the scope from county-designated transit-oriented development districts overseen by local boards to a statewide program administered by the HCDA under the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

SCOPE

Eliminated the transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement district boards for each county, which were previously responsible for administering the program at the local level.

REQUIREMENT

Established a new transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program to be administered by the HCDA, which will determine program areas based on proximity, walkability, adopted county plans, and other relevant factors.

Removed the requirement for county-appointed district boards consisting of five voting members including cultural specialists and at-large members selected by legislative leaders.

FISCAL

Changed the funding mechanism from county board assessments to a special fund administered by the HCDA, with user fees and assessments now collected under the new program structure.

DEFINITION

Added new definitions for 'Program' and 'Authority' to replace the previous definitions of 'District' and 'Board', reflecting the shift from district-based to program-based administration.

ENFORCEMENT

Modified the board's powers and responsibilities to reflect the HCDA's authority, including powers to acquire property, issue bonds, and enter into agreements with counties for infrastructure dedication.

TECHNICAL

Added provisions for the HCDA to adopt rules for the program, including methods for establishing assessment areas and procedures for petitions, bids, contracts, and bonds.

TIMELINE

Changed the effective date from July 1, 2025 (implied by the original bill context) to July 1, 3000, which appears to be a placeholder or error in the version provided.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions

Key actions

Committee

Amendments

Apr 30, 2025

Lower · Passed

Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran excused (1).

lower

Apr 30, 2025

Upper · Passed

Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Fevella. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none).

upper

Apr 25, 2025

Introduced

48 Hrs. Notice (as amended CD 1) 04-30-25

upper

Apr 25, 2025

Upper · Passed

Reported from Conference Committee as amended CD 1 (Conf. Com. Rep. No. 239).

upper

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

Reported from Conference Committee (Conf Com. Rep. No. 239) as amended in (CD 1).

lower

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. The votes were as follows: 4 Ayes: Representative(s) Hashem, Tarnas, Lamosao, Shimizu; Ayes with reservations: none; 0 Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Evslin.

lower

Apr 25, 2025

Upper · Passed

The Conference committee recommends that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes of the Senate Conference Managers were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Aquino, DeCorte, Inouye; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Kanuha.

upper

Apr 25, 2025

Upper · Passed

Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-25-25 5:30 PM; Conference Room 411.

upper

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-25-25 at 5:30PM in Conference Room 411.

lower

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-25-25 at 4:00PM in Conference Room 411.

lower

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-25-25 at 1:00PM in Conference Room 229.

lower

Apr 24, 2025

Lower · Passed

Bill scheduled for Conference Committee Meeting on Friday, 04-25-25 9:00AM in conference room 229.

lower

Apr 10, 2025

Amended

House disagrees with Senate amendment (s).

lower

Apr 8, 2025

Introduced

Returned from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 704) in amended form (SD 2).

lower

Apr 8, 2025

Upper · Passed

Report Adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2). Ayes, 24; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Fevella. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) McKelvey). Transmitted to House.

upper

Apr 3, 2025

Upper · Passed

The committee(s) on WAM recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in WAM were as follows: 13 Aye(s): Senator(s) Dela Cruz, Moriwaki, Aquino, DeCoite, Elefante, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kanuha, Kidani, Kim, Lee, C., Wakai; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Fevella ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.

upper

Mar 25, 2025

Upper · Passed

The committee(s) on WAM will hold a public decision making on 03-28-25 10:02AM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference.

upper

Mar 21, 2025

Committee

Reported from TCA (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1346) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.

upper

Mar 20, 2025

Upper · Passed

The committee(s) on TCA recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in TCA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Elefante, Kanuha, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.

upper

Mar 14, 2025

Upper · Passed

The committee(s) on TCA has scheduled a public hearing on 03-18-25 3:00PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference.

upper

Mar 4, 2025

Committee

Referred to TCA, WAM.

upper

Mar 4, 2025

Introduced

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 139).

upper

Feb 28, 2025

Lower · Passed

Passed Third Reading with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Pierick, Templo, Ward excused (4). Transmitted to Senate.

lower

Feb 24, 2025

Lower · Passed

The committee on FIN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. The votes were as follows: 14 Ayes: Representative(s) Yamashita, Takenouchi, Grandinetti, Holt, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Kitagawa, Kusch, Lamosao, Lee, M., Miyake, Morikawa, Templo, Alcos, Reyes Oda; Ayes with reservations: none; Noes: none; and 2 Excused: Representative(s) Hussey, Ward.

lower

Feb 14, 2025

Committee

Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4).

lower

Feb 14, 2025

Committee

Reported from JHA (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 694) as amended in HD 2, recommending referral to FIN.

lower

Feb 12, 2025

Lower · Passed

The committee on JHA recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 10 Ayes: Representative(s) Tarnas, Poepoe, Belatti, Hashem, Kahaloa, Perruso, Takayama, Todd, Garcia, Shimizu; Ayes with reservations: none; Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Cochran.

lower

Feb 4, 2025

Committee

Reported from WAL (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 144) as amended in HD 1, recommending passage on Second Reading and referral to JHA.

lower

Jan 30, 2025

Lower · Passed

The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 9 Ayes: Representative(s) Hashem, Lamosao, Belatti, Ichiyama, Morikawa, Poepoe, Shimizu, Souza; Ayes with reservations: Representative(s) Iwamoto; Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Woodson.

lower

Jan 23, 2025

Committee

Referred to WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3

lower

Jan 23, 2025

Introduced

Introduced and Pass First Reading.

lower

Jan 21, 2025

Introduced

Pending introduction.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors