Environment (Conservation)

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2988: RELATING TO HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANS.

Requires any operator of a golf course in the State to consult with the Department of Land and Natural Resources to apply for an incidental take license and enter into a habitat conservation plan. Requires any existing habitat conservation plan that does not include an agreement for emergency medical and rehabilitation services to affected native wildlife to be amended to include the agreement, and the amended rights and obligations under the habitat conservation plan to be recorded by a certain deadline.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates habitat conservation plans for golf courses and requires wildlife rehabilitation agreements, strengthening habitat protection and conservation requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SB 3296: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

Establishes the Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/28. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for a Conservation and Agriculture program, directly advancing state budget allocation for a specific initiative under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program with funding, advancing environmental protection and resource conservation in agriculture.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 28, 2026

HB 2018: RELATING TO CONSERVATION ENFORCEMENT.

Appropriates funds for the purchase of equipment for the Hawaii Island Branch of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of the Department of Land and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds equipment for DOCARE conservation enforcement, directly advancing environmental protection through resource enforcement and conservation management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2327: RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKS.

Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve the operation of conservation banks and amends the Endangered Species Recovery Committee's membership and scope of authority. Effective upon approval.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes conservation banks for habitat protection and expands Endangered Species Recovery Committee's authority, directly advancing conservation efforts.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 547: RELATING TO WATER CONSERVATION.

Incentivizes the installation and use of gray water recycling systems and atmospheric water generators in the State by establishing an income tax credit to be administered by the Department of Taxation. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish a rebate program. Requires the State Building Code Council to adopt certain standards on gray water recycling systems and atmospheric water generators in the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides income tax credit for water conservation systems, directly using tax policy to incentivize adoption, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes water conservation technologies via tax credits, rebates, and mandatory standards, directly advancing resource efficiency and reducing water waste.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Conservation Recycling

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 448: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

Appropriates funds to the Agribusiness Development Corporation to acquire a conservation easement on agricultural lands in Central Oahu. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds conservation easement for agricultural lands, directly advancing environmental conservation through land preservation and protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2084: RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and conduct a Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit a report to the Legislature and adopt administrative rules. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates DLNR to establish Marine Life Conservation District program with funding and reporting, directly advancing marine habitat protection and resource conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1537: RELATING TO WILDLIFE CONSERVATION.

Prohibits the feeding of feral non-native animals on state land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to enforce certain penalties for violations. Requires the counties to adopt or amend ordinances to prohibit the feeding of feral non-native animals on county land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream and impose certain penalties for violations. Establishes an annual reporting requirement to the Legislature.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits feeding feral non-native animals near waterways to protect ecosystems and native species, directly advancing wildlife conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 667: RELATED TO TOXIC CHEMICALS.

Requires state agencies that monitor environmental toxins and pollutants to establish environmental action levels (EALs) to ensure the preservation of a safe environment. Prohibits modifications to EALs unless certain procedural requirements are met. Establishes a process to allow any resident to petition for modifications to an established EAL.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EALs for pollutants, prohibits lax modifications, and enables public petitions - strengthens environmental regulation and protection standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 561: RELATING TO CONSERVATION ENFORCEMENT.

Appropriates funds for equipment for the Oahu Branch of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds equipment for conservation enforcement under DLNR, directly strengthening environmental protection and resource management efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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