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Bill Summary · SB 2576

Legislative bill overview

SB 2576 modifies Hawaii's trespass laws, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the provided information. The bill was introduced on January 23, 2026, and has advanced through first reading to committee referral (AEN and JDC committees).

Why is this important

Trespass laws affect property rights enforcement, land access, and public-private boundary disputes. Changes to these statutes can impact homeowners, businesses, landowners, and potentially the general public's ability to access certain areas.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific provisions remain unclear from the summary, making it difficult to assess whether it strengthens or weakens trespass protections
  • Stakeholders with competing interests (property owners vs. advocates for public access/land rights) may have opposing views
  • The referral to both the Agriculture/Environment Committee (AEN) and Judiciary Committee (JDC) suggests the changes may affect both land management policy and legal definitions

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

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