Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2065: RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2065 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITS. Primary sponsor: Stanley Chang (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Referred to EIG, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires county permitting agencies to establish and fill positions exclusively to process permit applications submitted for state projects. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Kurt Fevella | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Mike Gabbard | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Tim Richards | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
“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 EIG, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.