Establishes a right of first refusal for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to acquire tax-delinquent properties.

The bill aims to address the housing shortage for native Hawaiian beneficiaries by allowing the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to acquire tax-delinquent properties through a right of first refusal. Counties must notify the department of any suitable properties before public auctions. The department can match the highest bid or acquire the property directly if no bids are received. The acquisition must be approved by the Hawaiian Homes Commission, comply with environmental laws, and serve the interests of native Hawaiian beneficiaries.

Establishes a right of first refusal for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to acquire tax-delinquent properties.

The bill aims to address the housing shortage for native Hawaiian beneficiaries by allowing the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to acquire tax-delinquent properties through a right of first refusal. Counties must notify the department of any suitable properties before public auctions. The department can match the highest bid or acquire the property directly if no bids are received. The acquisition must be approved by the Hawaiian Homes Commission, comply with environmental laws, and serve the interests of native Hawaiian beneficiaries.