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HB 2326

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

Hawaii HB 2326 advances through legislature with referral to Water/Land and Finance committees; specific provisions relating to Department of Land and Natural Resources remain unclear from available information.

Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 6
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Bill Summary · HB 2326

Legislative bill overview

HB 2326 has been introduced in the Hawaii legislature and referred to the Water and Land (WAL) and Finance (FIN) committees. The bill title indicates it relates to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. As of February 2026, the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process following its first reading passage.

Why is this important

The Department of Land and Natural Resources oversees Hawaii's natural resources, public lands, and environmental management—issues critical to the state's ecosystems, water access, and public recreation. Legislative changes to this department can affect land use policies, conservation efforts, water allocation, and environmental protections that impact both residents and the state's economy.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The specific provisions of HB 2326 are not publicly available in this summary, making it difficult for stakeholders to evaluate or weigh in on the actual proposed changes
  • Committee jurisdiction: Referral to both WAL and FIN committees suggests potential implications for both environmental management and state budget allocation, which could generate competing priorities
  • Department scope: Changes to DLNR can affect diverse interests including conservation groups, agricultural operations, developers, and Native Hawaiian communities with different stakes in land and resource management

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

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