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HB 1395

RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Elijah Pierick

HB 1395 modifies Hawaii's neighborhood board operations through measures referred to judicial and finance committees, though specific changes remain undisclosed as the bill was carried to 2026.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1395

Legislative bill overview

HB 1395 relates to neighborhood boards in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on the bill's referral to both the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee (JHA) and Finance Committee (FIN), it likely addresses structural, procedural, or funding matters affecting these local governance bodies. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and carried over to the 2026 session without advancing further.

Why is this important

Neighborhood boards serve as grassroots advisory bodies that connect residents to city and county government, making changes to their operations or resources directly affect civic participation and local decision-making. Hawaii's neighborhood board system is unique in the state's governance structure, so modifications could have statewide implications for how communities engage with government planning and development issues.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of authority: Changes to neighborhood board powers or advisory capacity may face resistance from either residents wanting more influence or government officials preferring to limit their role
  • Funding mechanisms: If the bill addresses board budgets or staffing, it could trigger disputes between the state and county governments over financial responsibility
  • Hawaiian cultural representation: Given referral to the JHA Committee, proposed changes may involve Native Hawaiian participation or cultural considerations, which can be contentious in Hawaii policy debates

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

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