Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2546: RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2546 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT. Primary sponsor: Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): 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.
Amends the definition of "development" as it pertains to coastal zone management to clarify that certain activities excluded from the definition of "development" are not subject to special management area permit requirements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
“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 WLA, WAM.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.