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HB 855

RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Garner Shimizu

HB 855 addresses Hawaiian Home Lands policy; referred to Housing, Judiciary, and Finance committees; carried to 2026 for continued consideration.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 855

Legislative bill overview

HB 855 relates to Hawaiian Home Lands policy but the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative tracking information provided. The bill was introduced in January 2025, referred to multiple committees (Housing, Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs, and Finance), and carried over to the 2026 Regular Session for further consideration.

Why is this important

Hawaiian Home Lands represent approximately 200,000 acres of state-managed trust lands dedicated to Native Hawaiians under the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920. Any legislation affecting these lands impacts Native Hawaiian beneficiaries' access to homesteading, economic development, and cultural preservation, while also potentially affecting state revenue and property management obligations.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific amendments to Hawaiian Home Lands policy are unclear from available tracking data, but historical contention in this area typically involves balancing Native Hawaiian land rights against state financial interests
  • Multi-committee referral (HSG, JHA, FIN) suggests the bill touches housing access, Hawaiian affairs governance, and state budget implications—areas where priorities frequently diverge
  • Carryover to 2026 may indicate either refinement needed or competing legislative priorities, potentially affecting the timeline for any Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries awaiting homesteading or development decisions

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

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