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SB 2607

RELATING TO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 2 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill modifies landscape architect licensing and professional regulations, currently in committee review with real-world impact on design industry standards and consumer protections.

Act 064, 05/29/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1164).
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Bill Summary · SB 2607

Legislative bill overview

SB 2607 modifies Hawaii's regulation of landscape architects, though the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the available legislative action summary. The bill was introduced in January 2026 and has passed first reading, currently referred to the Committee on Consumer Protection and Commerce (CPN) for further review.

Why is this important

Landscape architect licensing and regulation directly affects the quality and safety of outdoor design projects across Hawaii, from residential properties to public spaces. Changes to licensure requirements, scope of practice, or professional standards can impact both the industry's competitiveness and consumer protections in the built environment sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice boundaries - Any expansion or restriction of what landscape architects can do may conflict with other professions (engineers, architects, contractors) over jurisdictional authority
  • Licensure requirements - Modifications to education, experience, or examination standards could affect market entry for practitioners and workforce availability
  • Consumer protection vs. industry burden - Stricter regulations protect the public but may increase compliance costs for small landscape architecture firms operating in Hawaii

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

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