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SB 2924

RELATING TO THE KANEHILI COMMUNITY HALE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Gabbard and 2 co-sponsors

SB 2924 addresses the Kanehili Community Hale in Hawaii; specific provisions require bill text review to determine exact impact on community facility operations or funding.

Reported from HWN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2384) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 2924

Legislative bill overview

SB 2924 relates to the Kanehili Community Hale, a community facility in Hawaii. The bill has been introduced and passed first reading but specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history, making it difficult to determine the exact nature of the proposed legislation without access to the bill text itself.

Why is this important

Community hales (traditional Hawaiian gathering places) serve important cultural, social, and civic functions in Hawaiian communities. Legislation affecting these facilities can impact community access, funding, programming, and cultural preservation efforts for residents who depend on these spaces.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding implications: Whether the bill appropriates public funds, reduces funding, or changes financial oversight of the facility
  • Management and governance: Questions about who operates the hale, decision-making authority, and community involvement in management
  • Scope of facility use: Disputes over what activities and programs the hale can or should support, and whether usage policies serve all community members equitably

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

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