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SB 766

RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.

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

Hawaii SB 766 addresses public lands policy and is currently under committee review, with implications for resource management and land stewardship.

Re-Referred to WLA/GVO, JDC.
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Bill Summary · SB 766

Legislative bill overview

SB 766 is a Hawaii bill relating to public lands that was introduced in January 2025 and is currently in committee review. The bill has passed first reading and been referred to the Water, Land & Agriculture/Government Operations committee and the Judiciary Committee for examination.

Why is this important

Public lands management in Hawaii affects indigenous land rights, conservation efforts, agricultural use, and public access to natural resources. Changes to public lands policy can have significant implications for native Hawaiians, environmental protection, and the state's land stewardship responsibilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of bill text availability: Without access to the specific provisions, it's unclear what changes the bill proposes—which makes it impossible to identify whether it expands or restricts public land use
  • Committee referral scope: The dual referral to both WLA/GVO and JDC suggests potential legal or governance complexities that may indicate disagreement among lawmakers
  • Native Hawaiian interests: Any public lands bill in Hawaii inherently involves considerations of native Hawaiian land claims and sovereignty, which is a persistently contentious issue

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

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