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SB 1653

RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 3 co-sponsors

SB 1653 modifies the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act framework; advanced unanimously through committee but details of specific amendments remain undisclosed.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1653

Legislative bill overview

SB 1653 amends the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill advanced through the Hawaiian Wellbeing and Native Affairs (HWN) committee with unanimous support and was referred to the Ways and Means (WAM) committee before being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why this is important

The Hawaiian Homes Commission Act is foundational legislation governing the Hawaiian homelands program, which provides homestead lands to Native Hawaiians. Any amendments to this act directly affect Native Hawaiian beneficiaries' access to and management of these lands, making this a significant issue for Native Hawaiian community rights and economic opportunity.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific amendments are not disclosed in available records, making it difficult to assess whether the changes benefit or restrict Native Hawaiian homestead access
  • Hawaiian homelands issues historically involve competing interests between beneficiaries, the state, and private stakeholders regarding land use and allocation
  • Amendments could involve funding mechanisms, eligibility requirements, or land management practices that may not satisfy all stakeholder groups

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

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