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HB 1777

RELATING TO HOUSING.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 12 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 1777 advances housing policy through committee with amendments, now under review in consumer protection and judiciary committees addressing state's affordable housing crisis.

The committee(s) on HOU recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in HOU were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Chang, Hashimoto, Elefante, Rhoads; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella.
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Bill Summary · HB 1777

Legislative bill overview

HB 1777 is a Hawaii housing-related bill introduced by Representatives Luke Evslin and colleagues that recently advanced from the Housing committee with amendments on February 4, 2026. The bill has been referred to multiple committees (Housing, Consumer Protection & Commerce, and Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs) for further review, indicating it addresses complex housing policy with potential consumer protection and legal implications.

Why is this important

Hawaii faces one of the nation's most severe housing affordability crises, with median home prices among the highest in the country. Any housing legislation in Hawaii directly affects residents' ability to afford shelter and can influence the state's economic competitiveness and quality of life.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments: The committee recommended passage "with amendments," but the specific amendments are not detailed in the available materials, making it unclear what compromises were negotiated or whether sponsor concerns were addressed.
  • Multi-committee jurisdiction: The bill's referral to three committees (HSG, CPC, JHA) suggests it touches on housing availability, consumer protection issues, and possibly Hawaiian rights or land use—areas where stakeholder interests may conflict.
  • Limited transparency in current record: Without knowing the bill's specific provisions, it's difficult to assess whether it addresses supply, affordability, zoning, tenant protections, or other housing dimensions, and therefore what constituencies may oppose it.

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

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