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HB 1808

RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-THIRD REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Kong

Hawaii HB 1808 directs capital improvement project funding to the 33rd Representative District, now under Finance Committee review for potential appropriation.

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Bill Summary · HB 1808

Legislative bill overview

HB 1808 is a capital improvement project (CIP) bill specific to Hawaii's 33rd Representative District. The bill was introduced by Representative Sam Kong and recently passed first reading, with current referral to the Finance Committee. The specific projects and appropriations are not detailed in the available legislative action summary.

Why is this important

Capital improvement bills direct state funding toward infrastructure, facilities, or major projects in specific districts, directly affecting constituent services and local economic development. These bills are typically how communities secure resources for schools, roads, utilities, community centers, and other long-term infrastructure needs that impact daily life.

Potential points of contention

  • Geographic specificity and equity: District-specific CIP bills may raise fairness questions about how state resources are distributed across different regions and whether all districts receive comparable investment levels
  • Fiscal prioritization: With limited state budgets, the Finance Committee will evaluate whether this district's projects justify funding relative to other statewide priorities and competing CIP requests
  • Project details transparency: Without specific project information in the action summary, constituents and legislators cannot yet assess whether the proposed improvements represent sound investments or appropriate use of public funds

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

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