Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS. Primary sponsor: Brenton Awa (Republican), Samantha DeCorte (Republican), Kurt Fevella (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC/WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits certain foreign parties from owning, purchasing, or acquiring an interest in agricultural lands. Establishes an Office of Agricultural Intelligence within the Department of Agriculture to investigate claims that land is unlawfully owned by a prohibited foreign party. Requires the Attorney General to undertake enforcement activities. Appropriates moneys.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brenton Awa | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Samantha DeCorte | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 22 |
| Kurt Fevella | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC/WAM.
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to AEN/TCA, JDC/WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.