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HB 693

RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tina Grandinetti and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill modifying residential landlord-tenant code, referred to three committees in 2025, carries over to 2026 with unclear specific policy changes pending detailed proposal review.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 693

Legislative bill overview

HB 693 proposes amendments to Hawaii's Residential Landlord-Tenant Code, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and carried over to the 2026 Regular Session, indicating it did not advance through committee review in the 2025 session. The measure underwent referral to three committees: Consumer Protection and Commerce (CPC), Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA), and Finance (FIN).

Why this is important

Landlord-tenant law directly affects housing affordability, tenant protections, and the rental market in Hawaii—a state with significant housing cost pressures and rental market challenges. Changes to this code could impact eviction procedures, security deposit regulations, habitability standards, or rent control measures, affecting hundreds of thousands of Hawaii residents and rental property owners.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant protections vs. property owner interests: Amendments could shift the balance between landlord rights (eviction efficiency, rent increases) and tenant safeguards (anti-discrimination, habitability requirements), creating predictable industry opposition
  • Affordability implications: Any rent regulation, eviction restriction, or fee-related changes will face scrutiny regarding impacts on housing supply and costs
  • Implementation complexity: Modifications to landlord-tenant law often create administrative and compliance challenges for both sectors that may generate practical concerns during committee review

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

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