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HB 123

RELATING TO FISHERIES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kirstin Kahaloa and 7 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 123 addresses fisheries management but stalled in committee with deferred status, now carried to 2026 session with provisions undisclosed in public records.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 123

Legislative bill overview

HB 123 relates to fisheries management in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and referred to the Environment, Energy and Planning (EEP) and Water, Land committees, as well as the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) committee. The measure was deferred by committee and carried over to the 2026 legislative session without advancing further.

Why is this important

Fisheries legislation in Hawaii carries significant economic, cultural, and environmental implications for an island state heavily dependent on marine resources. Such bills typically address sustainability, Native Hawaiian traditional practices, commercial fishing regulations, or resource allocation—all of which affect local communities, the fishing industry, and ocean ecosystem health.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited transparency: The bill's specific language and provisions are not publicly summarized, making it unclear what regulatory changes or restrictions it proposes
  • Committee deferral without explanation: The EEP/WAL committee's recommendation to defer suggests unresolved concerns, but no stated reasons are documented in the public record
  • Multiple committee referrals: The involvement of both environmental and Hawaiian affairs committees suggests the bill may address competing interests between cultural practices, conservation, and commercial activities

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

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