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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amends sections 208 and 209(a) of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, to include nieces and nephews who are at least one-quarter Native Hawaiian as qualifying relatives of lessees for the purposes of lease transfer and lease successorship.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920 to expand the definition of qualifying relatives for lease transfers and successorship to include nieces and nephews, provided they are at least one-quarter Native Hawaiian. This change applies to both the original lessee transferring their interest and to the succession of a lease upon the lessee's death, ensuring that these familial relationships are recognized within the framework of the Act, which governs the leasing of Hawaiian home lands to Native Hawaiians.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to HWN, JDC. (on 02/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=3128&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB3128_.HTM |
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