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SB 2002

RELATING TO WATER.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Fukunaga and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii SB 2002 advances water-related legislation through committee approval, pending amendments that will affect resource allocation and management across the state.

Report adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none . Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). Transmitted to House.
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Bill Summary · SB 2002

Legislative bill overview

SB 2002 is a water-related bill introduced in the Hawaii State Legislature that has advanced through two committee reviews with recommended amendments. The bill has received unanimous support from both the Water and Land, and Public Safety and Military committees as of February 2026.

Why is this important

Water policy in Hawaii is critical given the islands' geographic isolation, limited freshwater resources, and dependence on sustainable water management for agriculture, tourism, and residential needs. The specific provisions of this bill directly affect water availability and allocation decisions that impact these sectors and community resilience.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific amendments remain unclear from the public record provided, making it difficult to identify what stakeholders opposed or what compromises were negotiated
  • Water allocation in Hawaii historically involves tensions between agricultural interests, residential consumers, and environmental conservation priorities
  • Without seeing the actual bill text and amendment details, the fiscal impact and implementation requirements for state agencies cannot be fully assessed

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

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