HB2434Introduced in the House
Relating To Water.
Introduced by Mahina Poepoe, District 13
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Establishes a framework that provides counties or their subdivisions priority and the right of first refusal to obtain intergovernmental agreements related to the disposition of water resources for public purposes. Establishes criteria to be applied when determining that the issuance of a state water license is in the best interest of the State.
Where it stands
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
February 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
What do people think?
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Bill history
Pending introduction.
Introduced and Pass First Reading.
Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 6
Bill scheduled to be heard by WAL on Thursday, 02-12-26 9:00AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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