Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2177: RELATING TO COUNTIES.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2177 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO COUNTIES. Primary sponsor: Chris Muraoka (Republican), Ikaika Olds (Democratic), David Alcos (Republican), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Joe Gedeon (Republican), Ikaika Hussey (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Julie Reyes Oda (Republican), Garner Shimizu (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 5.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires a county with a population of 500,000 or more to adopt ordinances to implement park maintenance standard prioritization. Imposes a fine for incompliant parks after three months. Authorizes DLNR to take action and be reimbursed by the county for costs incurred. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Muraoka | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Ikaika Olds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Joe Gedeon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| Ikaika Hussey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| Elijah Pierick | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Julie Reyes Oda | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
“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, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 5
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.