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HB 1919

RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Alcos and 15 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 1919 modifies development standards with amendments approved by Housing Committee, advancing to Water, Land, and Judiciary committees for further review.

Reported from JHA (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1198-26) as amended in HD 3, recommending passage on Third Reading.
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Bill Summary · HB 1919

Legislative bill overview

HB 1919 modifies Hawaii's development standards, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the action summary provided. The bill was introduced by a bipartisan group of representatives and recently advanced from the Housing Committee with amendments recommended. The measure will now proceed to the Water and Land (WAL), and Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) committees for further consideration.

Why is this important

Development standards directly affect housing costs, urban sprawl, environmental protection, and community character across Hawaii. Changes to these standards can influence how quickly new housing can be built, what types of developments are permitted, and how communities grow—making this consequential for both affordability and sustainability goals.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity gap: The bill's actual provisions are not publicly summarized, making it difficult to assess which stakeholders may oppose specific changes without reviewing the full text
  • Committee referrals suggest complexity: The routing through both Water/Land and Judiciary/Hawaiian Affairs committees suggests the bill may intersect with environmental regulations and native Hawaiian rights—areas historically contentious in Hawaii
  • Amendment modifications: The Housing Committee recommended amendments rather than passage as-introduced, indicating internal disagreement or concerns that shaped the bill's current form

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

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