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SB 1393

RELATING TO THE USE OF PUBLIC LANDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii SB 1393 regulates public lands use but stalled after Senate rejected House amendments; specific policy details unclear from legislative history.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1393

Legislative bill overview

SB 1393 addresses the use of public lands in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative history provided. The bill has undergone multiple rounds of amendment and conference committee review, indicating substantive disagreement between the Senate and House over its terms.

Why is this important

Public lands management directly affects land access, conservation, development opportunities, and revenue generation for the state. Given Hawaii's limited land area and competing interests among native Hawaiians, environmental groups, developers, and the public, policies governing public land use are consequential for island communities and state resources.

Potential points of contention

  • The nature of specific land-use restrictions or permissions that prompted House-Senate disagreement
  • Potential impact on native Hawaiian land rights and consultation requirements
  • Balance between environmental conservation and economic development or public access on state-managed lands
  • Revenue allocation or management authority provisions that differ between chambers

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

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