Housing

passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 2192: RELATING TO HOUSING.

Authorizes a county to reduce the aggregate zoned residential capacity within the county only if the county offsets that reduction by increasing zoned residential capacity elsewhere in the county, such that there is no net loss in residential capacity in the county. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents net reduction in housing capacity by requiring counties to offset local reductions with elsewhere increases, maintaining residential development.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 2424: RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.

Removes the prohibition against qualified residents for Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation-approved projects holding a majority interest in land and removes the requirement that qualified residents demonstrate financial viability or ability to pay rent. Amends exemptions from statutes, ordinances, charter provisions, and rules for certain housing projects developed by the Corporation that satisfy certain conditions, including requirements related to employment, owner-occupancy, and deed restrictions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves barriers for qualified residents in HHFDC projects, lowering access requirements to increase affordable housing availability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 2981: RELATING TO LAND USE.

This bill prohibits counties from requiring minimum parking spaces for certain developments starting July 1, 2027. The law applies to local governments that currently enforce parking mandates for new construction projects. The restriction remains in effect until July 1, 3000, giving it a very long-term duration. The measure aims to give developers more flexibility in designing parking solutions without being forced to meet specific minimum requirements.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves parking mandates that increase development costs, enabling more housing units and potentially lowering costs for residents by facilitating denser urban development.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 2356: RELATING TO PARKING.

Prohibits minimum off-street parking requirements for new developments or redevelopment projects located in transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program areas. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves parking mandates in transit-oriented development areas, reducing construction costs and enabling denser, more affordable housing development near transit.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits parking mandates in transit-oriented development areas, encouraging public transit use and sustainable transportation infrastructure as per TOD program goals.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 2378: RELATING TO HOUSING.

SB 2378 clarifies insurance requirements for single-family and multi-family housing projects to enable faster county permitting. Developers would need to meet specific, clear insurance standards to qualify for expedited review of construction permits. The bill directly affects housing developers and builders seeking quicker approvals for new projects or renovations. It replaces vague insurance rules with defined requirements to streamline the permitting process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingStreamlines permitting for housing projects via clear insurance standards, enabling faster approvals and development - directly advancing housing construction.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 2806: RELATING TO REAL ESTATE.

Prohibits real estate brokers from listing or offering the sale or lease of residential real estate to a limited or exclusive group of prospective buyers, real estate brokers, or real estate salespersons, with limited exceptions. Deems the practice an unfair or deceptive trade or practice subject to penalties and grounds for discipline. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits discriminatory real estate listing practices, preventing housing discrimination and advancing fair access to housing.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SB 2563: RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.

Establishes a three-year Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program to be administered by the Coordinator on Homelessness, in coordination with the Department of Human Services and the City and County of Honolulu, on designated land for the pilot program, which shall serve as a safe location for unhoused primary caregivers and children under the age of eighteen to reside and access services. Requires the Coordinator on Homelessness and the Coordinator's partner agencies to provide certain facilities and services to the designated location. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes funded pilot program for unhoused women/children, directly addressing homelessness through housing services and services access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 3276: RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.

Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to develop and implement a plan to reduce the State's total homeless population by at least twenty-five per cent by 1/1/2028, measured against the 2026 point-in-time count. Requires any funding request by the Office after fiscal year 2026-2027 to be based on the plan. Requires the appointment of the Coordinator on Homelessness to be subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services for the funding of the Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons Program under the Ohana Zones Program, and for the expenses of the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions. Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to conduct a survey on statewide homelessness. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for homelessness programs, increasing government spending on essential services per budget allocation requirements.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds medical respite program and homeless outreach, directly expanding healthcare access for vulnerable populations through state appropriations.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds medical respite, homeless outreach, and statewide homelessness programs under Ohana Zones, directly addressing housing instability through targeted funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2191: RELATING TO LIMITED-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS.

Establishes an organizational, tax, and regulatory framework for limited-profit housing associations. Establishes the Limited-Profit Housing Council within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to oversee limited-profit housing associations. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates regulatory framework for limited-profit housing associations, a model designed to increase affordable housing access through profit caps and oversight.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 2210: RELATING TO HOUSING DISCRIMINATION.

SB 2210 allows Hawaii's Civil Rights Commission to prosecute housing discrimination based on a tenant's source of income, such as public benefits, housing vouchers, or disability payments. This directly affects landlords and housing providers who may deny housing or impose unfair terms due to how a tenant pays rent. The bill gives the Commission new authority to take legal action in these cases, rather than relying solely on private lawsuits. It aims to address a specific gap in existing anti-discrimination protections by targeting income source as a prohibited factor. The bill passed committee with amendments in February 2026 and is now moving toward final legislative action.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination based on income source (e.g., vouchers), strengthening tenant protections and expanding enforcement authority.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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