Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2007: RELATING TO LAND USE DECISION-MAKING.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2007 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO LAND USE DECISION-MAKING. Primary sponsor: Lorraine Inouye (Democratic), Kurt Fevella (Republican), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): The committee on EIG deferred the measure.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides the authority for counties to amend district boundaries up to 25 acres for purposes of residential housing, agricultural workforce housing, long-term rental, or workforce fee simple ownership.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorraine Inouye | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Kurt Fevella | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
“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 on EIG deferred the measure.
- The committee on WLA deferred the measure.
- The committee(s) on WLA/EIG has scheduled a public hearing on 02-17-26 3:03PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference.
- Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.