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SCR 13

REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brenton Awa and 3 co-sponsors

Resolution requests state auditor to conduct independent performance review of Hawaii's Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to assess operational efficiency and program effectiveness.

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Bill Summary · SCR 13

Legislative bill overview

SCR 13 requests that Hawaii's state auditor conduct a comprehensive performance audit of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL). The resolution does not appropriate funds or make policy changes itself, but rather directs an independent review of the agency's operations, financial management, and program effectiveness.

Why is this important

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands administers approximately 200,000 acres of trust land and manages homestead programs serving Native Hawaiians. A performance audit could identify operational inefficiencies, financial accountability issues, or program delivery gaps that affect beneficiaries and inform future legislative action or budget decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and cost: Performance audits require significant resources; stakeholders may debate whether the audit's breadth justifies its expense or if specific concerns could be addressed more efficiently
  • Timing and political motivation: Some may question whether the audit request reflects genuine governance concerns or political pressures, particularly given the agency's ongoing controversies around land distribution and beneficiary services
  • Follow-up action: The resolution doesn't mandate what happens with audit findings; critics may worry findings could be shelved without legislative follow-through or concrete reforms

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

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