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HB 1823

RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Hashem

HB 1823 amends Hawaii's Coastal Zone Management Act through undisclosed provisions; committee approved with amendments after split support on implementation details.

Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Amato, Belatti, Cochran, Garcia, Grandinetti, Hartsfield, Hussey, Iwamoto, Kapela, Matsumoto, Olds, Perruso, Pierick, Poepoe, Reyes Oda, Shimizu, Souza, Tam voting no (18) and none excused (0).
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Bill Summary · HB 1823

Legislative bill overview

HB 1823 proposes amendments to Hawaii's Coastal Zone Management Act, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available documentation. The bill has advanced through the Water, Agriculture and Land (WAL) committee with a recommendation to pass, subject to amendments that were approved on February 5, 2026.

Why is this important

Hawaii's Coastal Zone Management Act is a foundational environmental law governing development, conservation, and resource use along the state's shorelines. Modifications to this statute directly affect land use policies, environmental protection standards, and economic development opportunities across Hawaii's coastal communities, which represent critical economic and ecological zones.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear: The specific changes proposed remain undisclosed in available records, making it difficult to assess whether revisions strengthen or weaken existing protections
  • Dual committee review: The bill's referral to both WAL and JHA (Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs) suggests potential intersection with Native Hawaiian rights and legal frameworks, which historically generate substantial debate
  • "Ayes with reservations": Two committee members supported passage with reservations, indicating incomplete consensus on the amended version despite overall committee approval

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

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