Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR83

Introduced
3/12/26  
Refer
3/18/26  
Report Pass
4/2/26  
Refer
4/2/26  
Report Pass
4/9/26  
Engrossed
4/9/26  
Refer
4/10/26  
Report Pass
4/22/26  

Caption

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

Impact

The passing of HCR83 would lead to a shift in how the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation utilizes its resources, allowing it to extend funding to predevelopment costs for projects managed by other government entities. Historically, the corporation has been cautious due to the inherent risks, but by providing interim loans from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund, it aims to simplify the funding process and encourage the development of affordable housing. This move could alleviate some of the financial burdens that local governments face in securing predevelopment funding, particularly in counties lacking flexible funding options.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 83 (HCR83) supports the use of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to finance the predevelopment costs associated with government affordable housing projects in Hawaii. The resolution emphasizes the critical need for financial support during the predevelopment phase, which is deemed higher risk compared to the construction phase due to the numerous variables that could impede the development of housing. By facilitating interim loans, HCR83 aims to expedite the process of delivering affordable housing to residents in Hawaii, a pressing issue in the state.

Contention

While HCR83 proposes a practical solution to funding challenges associated with affordable housing development, there could be points of contention surrounding the risks of using the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for such purposes. Critics may raise concerns about the potential for financial losses if the projects do not materialize, as well as the long-term implications for taxpayers. The balance between supporting affordable housing initiatives and ensuring prudent financial management will likely be a focal point in discussions surrounding this resolution.

Companion Bills

HI HR75

Same As Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI SCR46

Same As Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

Previously Filed As

HI SB1170

Relating To The Expeditious Redevelopment And Development Of Affordable Rental Housing.

HI SB26

Relating To Affordable Housing.

HI HB203

Relating To Affordable Housing Development.

HI SB71

Relating To The Rental Housing Revolving Fund.

HI HB744

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB1229

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI HB1009

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB1328

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI HB460

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB80

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

Similar Bills

HI SR45

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI SCR46

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI HR75

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

OR HB2964

Relating to affordable housing; and declaring an emergency.

CA AB1296

Local educational agencies: reserve funds.

CA AB1381

An act to add Section 17199.