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SB 1334

RELATING TO LAND USE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii bill addressing land use policy referred to agricultural, judiciary, and economic committees; specific provisions and impact remain pending detailed legislative text release.

Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC.
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Bill Summary · SB 1334

Legislative bill overview

SB 1334 is a Hawaii land use bill introduced by Senator Ron Kouchi that has progressed through initial legislative stages but lacks publicly available detailed text. The bill has been referred to the Water, Land & Agriculture (WLA) and Economic and Intergovernmental Affairs (EIG) committees, as well as the Judiciary and Civil Procedure Committee (JDC), suggesting it addresses property rights, land management, or agricultural land issues.

Why is this important

Land use legislation in Hawaii carries significant implications given the state's limited developable land, agricultural preservation concerns, and ongoing tensions between development, indigenous rights, and conservation. Changes to land use policy can affect property values, housing availability, farming viability, and access to natural resources across the islands.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural land preservation vs. development – Hawaii balances protecting productive farmland against pressure for residential and commercial development
  • Native Hawaiian land rights and access – Any land use changes may intersect with indigenous land claims and cultural resource protection
  • Property owner flexibility vs. regulatory restrictions – Landowners may resist new zoning or use limitations that reduce property development options

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

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