SB1550Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Trees.
Introduced by Mike Gabbard, District 21
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Establishes base selection criteria for exceptional trees. Establishes the significant tree designation, selection criteria, and related processes. Establishes the State Arborist Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for administrative purposes. Requires County Arborist Advisory Committees to have at least six members, adopt new exceptional tree selection criteria, and designate significant trees. Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the University of Hawaii to cooperate with State and County Arborist Advisory Committees to carry out the Exceptional Trees Program.
Where it stands
Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC.
January 21, 2026
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Bill history
Pending Introduction.
Introduced and passed First Reading.
Referred to AEN/WTL, JDC.
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC.
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