Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 246: RELATING TO CORAL REEFS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 246 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO CORAL REEFS. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), AQUINO, Stanley Chang (Democratic), Dru Kanuha (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Re-Referred to WLA, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a study on the populations of coral reef herbivores around the island of Oahu and an analysis of policies and strategies to increase the populations of coral reef herbivores around Oahu, in consultation with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center and other experts. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| AQUINO | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| 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
- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM.
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to WTL, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.