Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1338: RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1338 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS. Primary sponsor: Garner Shimizu (Republican), David Alcos (Republican), Terez Amato (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Ikaika Olds (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a 2-year homelessness sanctuary pilot program, to be administered by the Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness in coordination with the Department of Human Services and the City and County of Honolulu. Directs the Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness to designate a specific location on state or county land for the pilot program, which shall serve as a safe location for homeless individuals and families to reside and access services. Requires the Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness and the coordinator's partner agencies to provide certain facilities and services at the designated location. Requires reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 12/31/2027. Appropriates moneys.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Terez Amato | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Ikaika Olds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to HSH, FIN, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.