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SB 1188

RELATING TO FEDERAL LAND.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Gabbard and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1188 addresses Hawaii's relationship with and management of federal lands, currently in committee review with limited public details available.

Re-Referred to WLA/EIG/HHS, WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 1188

Legislative bill overview

SB 1188 addresses federal land matters in Hawaii but lacks publicly available detailed text describing its specific provisions. Based on the bill's title and committee referrals to Water, Land & Agriculture (WLA) and Education, the bill likely concerns federal land management, transfer, or usage policies affecting Hawaiian lands.

Why is this important

Federal lands comprise a significant portion of Hawaii's territory and their management directly impacts local environmental policy, Native Hawaiian interests, water resources, and economic development. How the state relates to federal land authority carries implications for sovereignty, conservation, and community access to natural resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal vs. state authority: Disagreement over whether Hawaii should have greater control over federal lands within its borders versus maintaining existing federal jurisdiction
  • Native Hawaiian interests: Questions about whether the bill adequately addresses Native Hawaiian land claims, cultural practices, or consultation requirements
  • Environmental and water resources: Concerns about how federal land policies affect Hawaii's limited freshwater supplies and conservation efforts

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

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