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SB 3113

RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL LAND TRANSFER.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 3113 authorizes transfer of Hawaii public school land, pending committee review to clarify recipients, terms, and education system impacts.

Referred to EDU/WLA, WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 3113

Legislative bill overview

SB 3113 is a Hawaii bill that addresses the transfer of public school land, though specific transfer mechanisms and intended recipients are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced by Senator Ron Kouchi and is currently in committee review. The actual provisions would require access to the bill's full text to detail the scope and nature of the land transfer authority.

Why is this important

Public school land transfers carry significant consequences for educational infrastructure, community development, and fiscal resources. Land transfers can either preserve or redirect assets away from education depending on the transfer's purpose. The outcome will affect property tax bases, school facility availability, and potentially real estate development patterns across Hawaii.

Potential points of contention

  • Education funding impact - Whether transferred land removes valuable assets from the public education system or generates revenue to support schools remains unclear without the bill's specifics
  • Land use and development - Transfer recipients (private entities, other government agencies, nonprofits) and intended uses could spark debates about privatization, community benefit, or misalignment with public interests
  • Community and stakeholder input - The process for determining transfers and whether affected communities have meaningful input in decisions about their local school properties

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

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