Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2070: RELATING TO HOUSING.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2070 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO HOUSING. Primary sponsor: Stanley Chang (Democratic), Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Joy San Buenaventura (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Reported from HOU (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2460) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to designate certain for-sale housing units as permanently affordable. Requires the HHFDC to adopt rules to implement the Housing for Locals Forever Program. Repeals certain requirements defining a qualified resident. Removes restrictions applicable to the transfer of certain real property developed and sold under chapter 201H, HRS. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Joy San Buenaventura | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Dru Kanuha | Co-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
- Reported from HOU (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2460) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.
- The committee(s) on HOU recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in HOU were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Chang, Hashimoto, Elefante, Rhoads; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella.
- The committee(s) on HOU deferred the measure until 02-03-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference.
- The committee(s) on HOU has scheduled a public hearing on 01-27-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference.
- Referred to HOU, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.