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SB 2685

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 2685 modifies Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources operations; specific provisions unavailable but bill is in early committee review stage.

Referred to WLA, JDC.
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Bill Summary · SB 2685

Legislative bill overview

SB 2685 relates to Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) but the bill text itself is not publicly available in the materials provided. Based on the legislative tracking, this bill was introduced on January 23, 2026, passed first reading on January 26, and was referred to the Water, Land & Agriculture (WLA) committee and the Judiciary & Civil Law (JDC) committee on January 28, 2026.

Why is this important

The DLNR oversees Hawaii's natural resources, public lands, forestry, boating, and aquatic resources—making any legislation affecting this department potentially significant for environmental management, land use, conservation, and public access to Hawaii's natural areas. The referral to both WLA and JDC committees suggests the bill may address substantive policy changes requiring expertise in natural resource management and legal implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited information available: Without access to the actual bill text, specific points of contention cannot be identified with certainty. Stakeholders and legislators would need to review the full proposal.
  • DLNR's broad mandate: Any changes to this department could affect diverse interests including Native Hawaiian rights, conservation efforts, tourism, agriculture, and public land access.
  • Committee jurisdiction overlap: The dual referral to WLA and JDC suggests potential complexity that may generate discussion about appropriate regulatory scope and legal authority.

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

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