SB 2003: MAUNA KEA LANDS; UH; MKSOA; ACT 255, SLH 2022; LEASES; SUBLEASES; EXTENSION
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2026-03-05
Current Status:
In Progress
(2026-03-12: Referred to WAL, HED, JHA, referral sheet 17)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Final Decking
Enacted
Version:
Provides for the repeal of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority and reversion of management authority over Mauna Kea lands to the University of Hawaii if the timelines specified in Act 255, SLH 2022, are not met. Establishes a deadline of 7/1/2030 for the transfer of appropriations, records, equipment, and other property to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. Authorizes the Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to an additional 10-year term. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)
Discussed in Hearing
Feb 18, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Education
Feb 18, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Water, Land, Culture and the Arts
Feb 11, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Environment
Feb 11, 2026