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HB 1847

RELATING TO THE BANYAN DRIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Hashem and 5 co-sponsors

HB 1847 establishes or restructures the Banyan Drive Community Development District in Hawaii, affecting local governance, taxation authority, and infrastructure management for the designated area.

Introduced and Pass First Reading.
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Bill Summary · HB 1847

Legislative bill overview

HB 1847 establishes or modifies governance structures for the Banyan Drive Community Development District in Hawaii. The bill has recently been introduced and referred to the Water and Land (WAL) and Finance (FIN) committees for review. At this early stage, the specific provisions remain unclear from the available action history.

Why is this important

Community Development Districts (CDDs) are special purpose local governments that can levy taxes, issue bonds, and manage infrastructure in designated areas. Changes to a CDD's structure or authority can affect property taxes, public services, and development priorities for residents and businesses within that district.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Any expansion of CDD taxing authority or bonding capacity could increase costs for property owners in the district
  • Governance representation: Changes to board composition or appointment processes may affect who controls district decisions and whose interests are prioritized
  • Infrastructure priorities: Modifications to the district's powers could shift which projects receive funding or which services are emphasized

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

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