Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1916: PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII REGARDING THE PROTECTION OF PUBLIC TRUST LANDS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1916 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII REGARDING THE PROTECTION OF PUBLIC TRUST LANDS. Primary sponsor: Kanani Souza (Republican), Tina Grandinetti (Democratic), Kim Coco Iwamoto (Democratic), Amy Perruso (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Referred to WAL/PBS, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii prohibiting live-fire training exercises on public trust lands.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanani Souza | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 43 |
| Tina Grandinetti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Kim Coco Iwamoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Amy Perruso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to WAL/PBS, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.