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HR 156

REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO IDENTIFY STATE LANDS IN EAST OAHU SUITABLE FOR THE PLANTING OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN TREES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Gedeon

Hawaii requests DLNR to survey state lands in East Oahu suitable for native Hawaiian tree planting to support ecosystem and cultural restoration.

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Bill Summary · HR 156

Legislative bill overview

HR 156 is a request resolution directing Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) to identify and survey state-owned lands in East Oahu that could be used for planting native Hawaiian trees. The bill does not appropriate funds or mandate action, but rather asks DLNR to conduct an assessment and report back on suitable locations and feasibility.

Why is this important

Native Hawaiian reforestation efforts support ecosystem restoration, biodiversity, and cultural preservation in Hawaii. Identifying available state lands for this purpose could facilitate future conservation projects and help address deforestation caused by historical land use changes. Such initiatives also align with broader environmental and indigenous rights objectives.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: The resolution may imply future funding needs that could compete with other state budget priorities, though it doesn't explicitly appropriate money
  • Land use conflicts: East Oahu lands may have competing uses (development, agriculture, recreation) that could complicate implementation of planting initiatives
  • Implementation timeline: The bill is a request without enforcement mechanisms, so there's no guarantee DLNR will prioritize the assessment or complete it within a specific timeframe

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

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