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HB 2202

RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Diamond Garcia

HB 2202 authorizes capital improvement projects for Hawaii's 42nd Representative District, now under Finance Committee review for budget feasibility and equitable allocation.

Referred to FIN, referral sheet 5
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Bill Summary · HB 2202

Legislative bill overview

HB 2202 authorizes capital improvement projects (CIPs) specifically for Hawaii's 42nd Representative District. The bill has passed first reading and been referred to the Finance Committee. These types of bills typically appropriate funds for infrastructure, facilities, or other capital assets in a specific legislative district.

Why is this important

Capital improvement projects directly affect constituents' quality of life through improvements like roads, schools, parks, or public facilities. The Finance Committee referral indicates the bill will be evaluated for its cost, funding mechanisms, and fiscal impact on the state budget during the 2026 legislative session.

Potential points of contention

  • District-specific spending: Allocating state funds to a single representative district may raise equity concerns about whether other districts receive proportional investment
  • Lack of project details: The bill title doesn't specify which projects are included, making it difficult to assess whether they're essential infrastructure or discretionary spending
  • Fiscal impact: The Finance Committee will scrutinize whether the state budget can accommodate these improvements without cuts elsewhere or increased borrowing

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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