Housing (Affordable Housing)

passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 2177: RELATING TO HOUSING.

Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation or a county to accept a complete application seeking certain exemptions within 30 days. Requires HHFDC to process an application and bring it before the Corporation's Board of Directors within 120 days of accepting the application. Requires county agencies to process an application and bring it before the county's legislative body within 120 days of accepting the application. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingStreamlines housing project approvals via HHFDC with strict timelines (30/120 days), directly advancing housing development and affordable housing initiatives per bill's focus on exemptions and processing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Development

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 806: RELATING TO HOUSING.

SB 806 requires new housing projects developed under Hawaii Revised Statutes §201H-38 to be located within county-designated transit-oriented zones. This directly affects developers building housing under this specific statute, mandating proximity to public transit infrastructure. The key provision is the location requirement, directing projects to areas prioritized for transit access as defined by county governments. The bill aims to promote housing near transit options without specifying additional funding or penalties. (Based solely on the official abstract provided.)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates transit-oriented housing locations, promoting access to public transit which reduces transportation costs and supports housing accessibility without restricting development.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates housing projects near transit zones to promote public transit access and reduce car dependency, directly advancing transit-oriented development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development Zoning Public Transit

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2063: RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.

Revises the Mixed-Income Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund by modifying the priority list for project funding and adding new project priority criteria. Authorizes fund transfers between the Mixed-Income Subaccount without legislative approval. Authorizes conveyance tax revenues deposited into the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be transferred to the Mixed-Income Subaccount. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates conveyance tax revenues to fund housing projects via the Mixed-Income Subaccount, directly advancing fiscal management of state tax revenues for housing programs.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingModifies funding priorities to support mixed-income housing projects via the Rental Housing Revolving Fund, increasing affordable housing access through dedicated funding mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 1325: RELATING TO HOUSING.

Requires developers developing an affordable housing project under the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to assist certain tenants who are subject to displacement or eviction by the proposed project by: granting those tenants the right of first refusal of a comparable unit in the housing project or establishing a fund to provide relocation benefits and offer assistance; providing information, either directly or through a contracted service, on how to obtain assistance and exercise the right of first refusal; and establishing procedures to track and maintain communication with those tenants. Establishes consequences for a developer's noncompliance. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates relocation assistance and right of first refusal for displaced tenants in affordable housing projects, strengthening tenant protections under HHFDC programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Tenant Rights

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1024: RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.

Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to allow any resident of a public housing project or state low-income housing project to keep one or more pet animals in the resident's unit, subject to applicable state laws, county ordinances, and any reasonable conditions. Provides that HPHA may charge a refundable deposit for each pet animal but shall not impose a monthly pet fee or pet rent. Allows HPHA to remove a vicious animal to protect persons or property. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows public housing tenants to keep pets without monthly fees, strengthening tenant protections per housing topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 346: RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.

Provides rebates for the installation of eligible electric vehicle-ready parking stalls for new construction of affordable housing. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides state-funded rebates for EV infrastructure installation in affordable housing, constituting budget allocation for targeted spending.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides rebates for EV charging infrastructure in affordable housing, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure investment and promoting electric vehicle adoption.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides rebates for EV-ready parking in new affordable housing construction, directly funding and advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProvides rebates for EV charging infrastructure in housing, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure through funding and promotion of EV-ready facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Affordable Housing Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 10, 2026

SB 3312: RELATING TO HOUSING.

SB 3312 creates a state income tax credit program to encourage commercial property owners to convert vacant or underused buildings (like stores or offices) into residential housing. The bill directly affects property owners who complete such conversions, offering them a tax credit to offset costs. Key provisions include appropriating state funds to cover the credit value and establishing eligibility criteria for qualifying properties. This policy aims to increase housing supply by making commercial-to-residential conversions financially attractive, without specifying target locations or housing types.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit (taxation) and appropriates state funds (budget), directly using both tools to fund housing conversion program.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates tax credits for converting commercial buildings to residential housing, directly increasing housing supply through financial incentives to property owners.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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passed both · Hawaii · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1604: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.

Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAppropriates funds for Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group to address housing shortages, directly advancing affordable housing access for a specific workforce.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAddresses agricultural workforce housing shortages, supporting employment standards by improving living conditions for workers.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 1979: RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.

Shortens the period during which certain judicial proceedings involving environmental assessments and environmental impact statements on actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects must be initiated. Specifies that appeals from environmental courts that involve actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects meet one of the grounds for transfer to the Supreme Court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3)

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines judicial process for clean energy project approvals, removing legal delays to advance development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAccelerates clean energy project approvals by shortening judicial review timelines for environmental assessments, facilitating environmental protection through clean energy development.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingShortens judicial review timelines for affordable housing projects, reducing development delays per bill's focus on expediting environmental assessments for such projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Affordable Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 3011: RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.

Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to allow any resident of a public housing project or state low-income housing project to keep one or more pet animals in the resident's unit, subject to applicable state laws, county ordinances, and any reasonable conditions. Prohibits pet animals from being at-large on public housing premises. Provides that the Hawaii Public Housing Authority may charge a refundable deposit for each pet animal but shall not impose a monthly pet fee or pet rent. Allows the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to remove a vicious animal to protect persons or property. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows pets in public housing without monthly fees, strengthening tenant rights and reducing barriers for residents in affordable housing units.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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