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signed · Hawaii · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 1740: RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.

Repeals the prohibition against qualified residents for Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation-approved projects holding a majority interest in land and repeals the requirement that qualified residents demonstrate financial viability or ability to pay rent. Limits a qualified resident from owning a majority interest in no more than one property suitable for dwelling purposes, but requiring the disposal of such property within two years. Amends exemptions from statutes, ordinances, charter provisions, and rules for certain housing projects developed by the Corporation that satisfy certain conditions, including requirements related to employment, owner-occupancy, and deed restrictions. (CD1)
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves barriers for qualified residents to hold majority land interest and eliminates financial viability requirements, advancing affordable housing access under HHFDC programs.95% confidence
Luke Evslin (D) Chris Muraoka (R) Kanani Souza (R) Terez Amato (D) Nicole Lowen (D)
signed · Hawaii · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 2270: RELATING TO THE DOWNPAYMENT LOAN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Amends the Downpayment Loan Assistance Program by: removing the prohibition on combined loan-to-value ratios; clarifying the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's authority to establish interest rates and allow payment waivers and interest forgiveness; authorizing financial institutions, mortgage lenders, and other loan originators to originate downpayment loans; and reducing the borrower's required personal contribution toward the downpayment. Authorizes borrowers to use a portion of a downpayment loan to pay for closing costs, prepaids, and reserves for the purchase of the residential property for which the downpayment loan is provided. (CD1)
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAmends downpayment program to enhance assistance for low/moderate-income first-time homebuyers, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 1741: RELATING TO HOUSING.

Deems a county inclusionary mandate as a form of development exaction and treats the mandate as a housing affordability impact fee. Provides parameters for a county's adoption or amendment of an inclusionary mandate for residential or mixed-use development. Establishes additional components for a needs assessment study for a county-imposed inclusionary mandate. Conditions the adoption or amendment of a county inclusionary mandate for residential or mixed-use development on written findings of essential nexus and rough proportionality and a determination of financial feasibility. (CD1)
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits county affordable housing mandates and inclusionary requirements, restricting tools to increase affordable housing development.95% confidence
Luke Evslin (D) Kanani Souza (R) Terez Amato (D) Dee Morikawa (D) Tyson Miyake (D)
signed · Hawaii · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 2218: RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to enter into community co-management agreements and establishes qualifications for eligible community co-managers. Authorizes the disposition of public lands by a community co-management agreement. (CD1)
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes community co-management of public lands for sustainable resource stewardship, aligning with conservation goals under DLNR management.85% confidence
Sean Quinlan (D) Lisa Kitagawa (D) Linda Ichiyama (D) Dee Morikawa (D) Tyson Miyake (D)
signed · Hawaii · House Jul 7, 2026

HB 1576: RELATING TO FILMING.

Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to provide public notice of certain information whenever a production obtains a permit or enters into a memorandum of agreement or understanding with DBEDT to film a visually recorded production at certain locations. Requires DBEDT to provide public notice of certain information whenever a production registers for pre-qualification or is determined to qualify for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit and simultaneously post notice on a publicly accessible part of its website. Allows individuals to sign up to receive the public notice by electronic mail or postal mail. Provides an exemption for dispositions of lands set aside for filming and film studio operation from prior approval of the Board of Land and Natural Resources. (CD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a film production tax credit, directly impacting tax policy and fiscal management per its summary and 'Tax Credit' subject.95% confidence
Cory Chun (D) Adrian Tam (D) Ikaika Hussey (D) Terez Amato (D) Shirley Templo (D)
signed · Hawaii · House Jul 7, 2026

HB 1682: RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INTIMATE IMAGES.

HB 1682 creates civil legal remedies for individuals whose intimate images are shared without consent. It directly affects people who experience non-consensual disclosure of intimate images, allowing them to sue offenders in court. Key provisions include enabling victims to seek monetary damages and court orders to stop the sharing or removal of the images. The bill focuses on civil remedies, not criminal penalties, providing a legal pathway for victims to address violations.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates civil remedies for non-consensual sharing of intimate images, directly strengthening data privacy protections in digital contexts.95% confidence
Linda Ichiyama (D)
signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 2175: RELATING TO DISPOSABLE ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES.

SB 2175 prohibits the sale, offering for sale, or distribution of certain disposable electronic smoking devices beginning January 1, 2027. This law directly affects retailers who sell these devices and consumers who purchase them. The key provision sets a specific date (January 1, 2027) for the ban to take effect. The bill focuses on restricting the availability of these devices through a clear sales prohibition.
Karl Rhoads (D) Stanley Chang (D) Tim Richards (D) · 3 co-sponsors
signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 2360: RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.

Amends the definition of "eligible business activity" for the purposes of the Enterprise Zone Program to include certain retail sales of tangible personal property; processing of certain value-added agricultural products; research development, sale, or production of all types of medical products and medical and health care services; activities of the Hawaii Food and Product Innovation Network; the provision of certain professional services by health care professionals; aerospace research and development activities; and information technology design and production services. Authorizes the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to declare up to two census tracts on state land that contain an innovation enterprise to be designated as an enterprise zone, subject to the Governor's approval and notwithstanding certain conditions. Requires DBEDT to conduct a comprehensive review, in consultation with the Department of Taxation, of the State Enterprise Zones Program and to submit a report to the Legislature. For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, extends the eligibility period of the state business tax credit for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Beginning 1/1/2028, extends the eligibility period of the general excise tax exemption for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Applies to qualified businesses who join the Enterprise Zone Program on or after 7/1/2026. (CD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credit eligibility for Enterprise Zone businesses, including retail, agriculture, and health services, providing tax relief through modified tax credit provisions.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands eligible business activities to include medical product development and health care services, fostering innovation and economic support for the healthcare sector.85% confidence
Rachele Lamosao (D) Troy Hashimoto (D) Carol Fukunaga (D) Michelle Kidani (D) Mike Gabbard (D) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 2340: RELATING TO COMMUNITY CARE FOSTER FAMILY HOMES.

Clarifies that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who meet an intermediate care facility or nursing facility level of care shall not be denied residency in a certified community care foster family home solely because of their disability or enrollment in a specific Medicaid waiver program. Requires the Department of Health to provide technical assistance and training to community care foster family homes. (CD1)
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents denial of housing for Medicaid-eligible disabled individuals, ensuring continued access to healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination against individuals with disabilities in foster family homes, advancing housing access as per topic indicators.90% confidence
Troy Hashimoto (D) Angus McKelvey (D) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 3204: RELATING TO FAMILY RESILIENCE PILOT PROGRAM.

Establishes a two-year Family Resilience Pilot Program within the Office of Wellness and Resilience. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds to be expended by the Department of Human Services for the pilot program. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates TANF funds for Family Resilience Pilot Program, advancing public service funding within budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds peer support navigators under wellness program, supporting mental health services via TANF appropriation85% confidence
Joy San Buenaventura (D) Angus McKelvey (D)
signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 2135: RELATING TO PRIVACY.

SB 2135 creates a new criminal offense for sharing someone's intimate images without their consent. It directly affects individuals whose private photos or videos are distributed online or otherwise without permission. The key provision defines this act as a punishable offense, establishing legal consequences for perpetrators. The bill is currently pending before the LBT committee, having been referred for review after its initial introduction.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates criminal offense for nonconsensual intimate image distribution, protecting victim privacy rights under criminal justice framework95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy by criminalizing nonconsensual intimate image sharing, directly protecting digital rights and personal data online.90% confidence
Brandon Elefante (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Angus McKelvey (D) Stanley Chang (D) Tim Richards (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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