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SB 2341

RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 4 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill SB 2341 establishes or modifies historic preservation requirements, currently under committee review with potential regulatory and property-rights implications.

The committee(s) on WLA deferred the measure until 02-13-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference.
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Bill Summary · SB 2341

Legislative bill overview

SB 2341 relates to historic preservation in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available bill information. The measure has been referred to the Water, Land, and Agriculture (WLA) committee and the Judiciary Committee (JDC), suggesting it addresses either preservation regulations, land-use considerations, or legal frameworks affecting historic sites.

Why is this important

Historic preservation affects tourism, cultural identity, property rights, and economic development in Hawaii. Changes to preservation policies can impact both community heritage protection and private property owners' ability to develop or modify historic structures.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights vs. preservation mandates: Stricter preservation requirements may limit owners' development rights or impose costly maintenance obligations on private historic properties
  • Definition and scope of "historic": Disagreement over which sites qualify for protection could create disputes between preservationists and developers
  • Funding and enforcement mechanisms: Unclear whether the bill provides adequate resources or creates unfunded mandates for compliance, enforcement, or preservation support

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

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