Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2834: RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2834 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW. Primary sponsor: Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Re-Referred to AEN/WLA/EIG, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Shortens the period within which certain judicial proceedings involving environmental assessments and environmental impact statements for actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects must be initiated. Requires judicial proceedings involving actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects to be filed directly with the Supreme Court and prohibits the Supreme Court from awarding attorneys' fees in these judicial proceedings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Tim Richards | Primary 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
- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA/EIG, JDC.
- Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.