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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Extends for 10 years the master lease of Mauna Kea lands that is set to expire on December 31, 2033. Requires that subleases of Mauna Kea lands to astronomical observatories be extended for 10 years.
AI Summary
This bill extends the main lease for lands on Mauna Kea, which is currently set to end on December 31, 2033, for an additional ten years, making its new expiration date December 31, 2043. It also mandates that any subleases of these Mauna Kea lands granted to astronomical observatories, which are defined as entities leasing the land for telescopes or astronomical research, must also be extended for ten years, also expiring on December 31, 2043. These extensions are intended to provide continuity for astronomical research on Mauna Kea while acknowledging the transfer of management responsibilities to the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority, a body established to manage these lands.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to WLA/HWN/EDU, WAM/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=3310&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB3310_.HTM |
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