Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR20

Introduced
2/9/26  
Introduced
2/10/26  
Refer
2/13/26  
Report Pass
4/7/26  
Engrossed
4/8/26  
Refer
4/10/26  
Report Pass
4/20/26  
Refer
4/20/26  
Report Pass
4/27/26  

Caption

Strongly Supporting The County Of Hawaii's Efforts To Develop The Kealakehe Regional Park Project.

Impact

The resolution highlights the urgency for progress on the park project, which has faced delays despite continued community advocacy for its development. By urging the county to secure funding and collaborate with various stakeholders, SCR20 aims to catalyze the timely realization of beneficial park facilities that align with broader state goals in public health and recreation. The resolution also calls for the county to report back to the legislature on its progress, emphasizing accountability in the execution of this project.

Summary

SCR20 expresses strong support for the County of Hawaii's initiative to develop the Kealakehe Regional Park project, which is intended to serve the West Hawaii community by providing extensive recreational facilities. This development is seen as a necessary response to the growing population in North Kona and the need for organized spaces for youth sports, family recreation, and cultural events. The proposed park will include multiple athletic fields, indoor and outdoor courts, a skate park, and gathering areas aimed at improving the overall quality of life for residents.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SCR20 is predominantly positive, reflecting a consensus among community members and local leaders regarding the importance of the Kealakehe Regional Park. Strong support from various stakeholders indicates a unified desire for improved recreational opportunities in the region. However, underlying this enthusiasm is a recognition of past challenges in realizing such community projects, which may lead to skepticism about the project's timely development.

Contention

While SCR20 is largely supportive, potential contention may arise surrounding the allocation of resources for the park's development, particularly in ensuring that the capital funding is adequate and sustainable. With ongoing growth in the area, there could be competing interests regarding land use and prioritization of public funds, challenging the swift realization of the park's vision.

Companion Bills

HI SR17

Same As Strongly Supporting The County Of Hawaii's Efforts To Develop The Kealakehe Regional Park Project.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR148

Strongly Supporting The Construction Of A Floating Drydock At Pearl Harbor.

HI SCR43

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI SCR45

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI SR26

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI SR28

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI HCR202

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI SCR39

Urging The Maui County Planning Department To Retain The Word "require" In The South Maui Community Plan As It Relates To Infrastructure To Ensure That Development Does Not Occur Without Adequate Supporting Infrastructure.

HI SCR38

Urging The County Of Maui To Prioritize The Development And Planning Of The Northern Terminus Of The Kihei North-south Collector Road.

HI HR194

Strongly Supporting And Recommending The Implementation Of The Revised 2025 Hawaii Patient Bill Of Rights.

HI SR119

Strongly Supporting The Construction Of A Floating Drydock At Pearl Harbor.

Similar Bills

HI SR17

Strongly Supporting The County Of Hawaii's Efforts To Develop The Kealakehe Regional Park Project.

HI SB1603

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Third Senatorial District.

HI SB1603

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Third Senatorial District.

HI HR210

Congratulating The 2025 Hawaii Public Charter School Teacher Of The Year And The 2025 Teachers Of The Year For School Complex Areas In The Leeward District, Hawaii District, And Maui District.

HI HB1559

Relating To Education.

HI HB2289

Relating To The Expenditure Ceiling On The Automated Victim Information And Notification System Special Fund.

HI HB1713

Relating To School Impact Fees.

HI HB2294

Relating To Public School Land Transfer.