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HB 1218

RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Muraoka

Hawaii HB 1218 addresses homelessness through unspecified measures, currently pending committee review after carryover to 2026 session.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1218

Legislative bill overview

HB 1218 is a Hawaii bill addressing homelessness that was introduced in January 2025 and referred to the Housing and Homelessness (HSH) and Finance (FIN) committees. The bill has been carried over to the 2026 regular session, meaning it did not advance or receive a final vote during the 2025 session. Without access to the bill's specific text, the exact provisions cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

Homelessness is a significant policy challenge in Hawaii, where high housing costs and limited affordable housing stock create acute challenges. Legislative action on this issue affects funding priorities, service delivery mechanisms, and potential solutions to address the state's unhoused population.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and fiscal impact: The FIN committee referral suggests budget implications; disagreements likely center on whether the state should increase spending and where revenue would come from
  • Scope of intervention: Potential debate over whether the bill focuses on prevention, emergency services, permanent supportive housing, or mental health/addiction services
  • Implementation responsibility: Questions about whether solutions rest with state government, counties, nonprofits, or public-private partnerships

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

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