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SB 1642

RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SEVENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lynn DeCoite

Hawaii SB 1642 appropriates capital improvement funds for projects in the Seventh Senatorial District, though specific projects and amounts remain unspecified in available legislative documentation.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1642

Legislative bill overview

SB 1642 is a capital improvement appropriations bill introduced in the Hawaii Legislature that directs funding toward capital projects specifically benefiting the Seventh Senatorial District. The bill is sponsored by Senator Lynn DeCoite and has progressed through initial legislative stages but was carried over to the 2026 session for further consideration.

Why is this important

Capital improvement bills directly affect infrastructure development, economic opportunity, and quality of life in specific communities. The Seventh Senatorial District (which includes Maui County areas) relies on such appropriations for roads, public facilities, water systems, and other critical infrastructure. However, the lack of publicly available project details makes it difficult to assess the specific community benefit and fiscal responsibility of this allocation.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity concerns: The bill title does not specify which projects receive funding, making it unclear whether this is targeted investment or broad discretionary spending
  • District-specific allocation: Directing capital improvements to one senatorial district may raise questions about equitable resource distribution across the state
  • Fiscal impact unknown: Without access to the appropriated amount and detailed project list, taxpayers cannot evaluate whether this represents prudent spending or represents budgetary priorities competing with other state needs

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

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