SB2401

Relating To Regional Shoreline Mitigation Districts.

Final Passage·5/8/26

Establishes regional shoreline mitigation districts and plans for coastal erosion management in Hawaii.

The bill creates regional shoreline mitigation districts in Hawaii to address coastal erosion. It mandates the preparation of regional coastal erosion and sediment management plans by shoreline property owners, which are reviewed and approved by the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development. These plans must include assessments of erosion conditions, structural risks, and financing options. The bill also outlines procedures for permit and approval applications related to these plans, ensuring coordination among state, county, and federal agencies.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 3–0 · May 8
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

3 Yea

DDD

0 Nay

Calendar

May 1

9:00 AM

Conference Committee Meeting

May 1

11:35 AM

Conference Committee Meeting

History

May 8

House

Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Amato, Iwamoto, Perruso, Poepoe voting no (4) and none excused (0).

May 8

Senate

Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 2). Ayes, 24; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) San Buenaventura).

May 8

House

Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 820).