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Bill Summary · SB 369

Legislative bill overview

SB 369 is a Hawaii bill focused on resiliency measures, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and referred to the Economic Development and Tourism (EDT) and Ways and Means (WAM) committees before being carried over to the 2026 session, suggesting it may address economic resilience, infrastructure hardening, or climate adaptation.

Why is this important

Hawaii faces significant vulnerability to natural disasters, climate change, and economic shocks due to its island geography and dependence on tourism and imports. Resiliency legislation can affect everything from disaster preparedness and infrastructure investment to business continuity and community recovery—with substantial budget implications given the WAM referral.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms: The WAM referral indicates budget impact; lawmakers may disagree on whether new funding, reallocation, or public-private partnerships should finance resiliency efforts
  • Scope definition: "Resiliency" is broad and could encompass climate resilience, economic diversification, disaster preparedness, or infrastructure—different stakeholders may prioritize differently
  • Implementation timeline and costs: Phased vs. immediate implementation and total financial burden could create debate between those prioritizing quick action and fiscal conservatives

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

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