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SB 2170

RELATING TO THE NORTH KOHALA KYNNERSLY EAST SITE LAND PARCEL.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dru Kanuha and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii SB 2170 authorizes disposition of the state-owned North Kohala Kynnersly East land parcel, advancing through committee with amendments pending final legislative approval.

The committee(s) on EDT recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in EDT were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) DeCoite, Fukunaga, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Wakai, Kim.
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Bill Summary · SB 2170

Legislative bill overview

SB 2170 addresses the disposition and management of a specific state-owned land parcel located in North Kohala on Hawaii's Big Island, known as the Kynnersly East Site. The bill has advanced through the Economic Development and Tourism (EDT) committee with a recommendation to pass, pending amendments, though the full text of those amendments is not publicly detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Land use decisions in Hawaii carry significant weight due to limited available land and competing interests among agricultural preservation, conservation, community development, and economic growth. The disposition of state-owned parcels can affect local community access, property values, environmental resources, and economic opportunities in rural areas like North Kohala.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on amendments: The committee recommended passage "with amendments," but those specific amendments are not detailed, making it difficult for stakeholders and the public to assess what changes were made or why
  • Community and land use concerns: North Kohala has historical significance and specific community needs; without seeing the bill's provisions, it's unclear whether local input was adequately incorporated or whether the parcel serves agricultural, conservation, or development purposes
  • Process stage: The bill still must pass the Ways and Means (WAM) committee and full Senate votes, meaning the final version could differ substantially from the current recommendation

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

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