Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2266: RELATING TO THE HAWAII FILM STUDIO.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2266 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE HAWAII FILM STUDIO. Primary sponsor: Nadine Nakamura (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides an exemption to dispositions of lands set aside for film studio and film studio operation from prior approval of the Board of Land and Natural Resources pursuant to section 171-11, Hawaii Revised Statutes, thus streamlining the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism's use of the Hawaii film studio for filming activity and other film-related business in order to more efficiently develop Hawaii's film, media, and creative industries.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nadine Nakamura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by ECD on Friday, 02-06-26 8:30AM in House conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to ECD, WAL, FIN, referral sheet 5
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.