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Bill Summary · SB 1301

Legislative bill overview

SB 1301 is a Hawaii bill introduced by Senator Jarrett Keohokalole that addresses historic preservation matters, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill was introduced in January 2025, passed first reading, and is currently under committee review in the Water, Land & Agriculture and Judiciary committees.

Why is this important

Historic preservation legislation affects property rights, cultural heritage protection, and community development decisions. In Hawaii specifically, such bills often intersect with Native Hawaiian cultural resources, land use planning, and tourism-dependent economies, making them consequential for multiple stakeholders across the islands.

Potential points of contention

  • Property owner impacts: Historic designation requirements may restrict renovation, development, or sale options for private landowners
  • Funding and enforcement: Questions about who bears costs for preservation requirements and how compliance will be monitored
  • Cultural representation: Debates over whose history gets preserved and whether Native Hawaiian cultural sites receive adequate protection versus colonial-era structures

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

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