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Bill Summary · SB 1133

Legislative bill overview

SB 1133 is a Hawaii housing-related bill sponsored by Senator Angus McKelvey that was amended during Senate consideration (SD 2 version) and passed the Senate unanimously before being transmitted to the House for further review. The bill was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session after being referred to House committees on Housing, Economic Development, and Finance in March 2025.

Why is this important

Housing legislation in Hawaii addresses critical affordability and availability challenges in one of the nation's most expensive real estate markets. The bill's unanimous Senate passage suggests broad bipartisan support for its housing policy approach, though the specific provisions remain relevant to Hawaii residents facing housing cost burdens.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the available documents, making it difficult to identify which housing policy mechanisms (zoning, subsidies, density requirements, etc.) may face opposition
  • The referral to three separate House committees suggests complexity that could generate debate across economic development, fiscal, and housing stakeholders
  • The carry-over to 2026 indicates the bill either required additional work or faced scheduling constraints, potentially signaling unresolved concerns among House members

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

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