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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizes rodeos and rodeo activities on lands that are zoned for agricultural use. Defines the term "rodeo and rodeo activities".
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to permit rodeos and rodeo activities on lands zoned for agricultural use, recognizing Hawaii's historical ranching and paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture. It defines "rodeo or rodeo activities" broadly to include events demonstrating livestock handling and horsemanship skills, such as various roping and riding competitions, barrel racing, and steer wrestling, as well as necessary ancillary functions like veterinary care, livestock handling, and the construction of temporary facilities like chutes and arenas. The bill also includes support functions like event management, spectator facilities, and vendor participation, and importantly, any educational, cultural, or community activities that promote Hawaii's paniolo history and ranching traditions. This expansion of permitted uses aims to honor and preserve this unique cultural heritage.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (8)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Lorraine Inouye (D)*,
Tim Richards (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D)*,
Dru Kanuha (D),
Glenn Wakai (D),
Last Action
The committee(s) on WLA recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in WLA were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Chang. (on 02/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2161&year=2026 |
| SB2161_TESTIMONY_WLA_02-04-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2161_TESTIMONY_WLA_02-04-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2161_.HTM |
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