HRS §103-7

State building projects need approval from lawmakers and governor

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This section says that most state-funded construction or improvement projects must be approved by both the legislature and the governor before they can go ahead. Projects covered by another law (chapter 41D) are not included in this rule.

state agencies

The statute, as written — Capital improvements; authorizations for; emergency repairs or reconstruction, exception

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

All capital improvement projects requiring the use of general funds, special funds, general obligation bonds, and revenue bonds of the State, except projects covered by chapter 41D shall require authorization by the legislature and the governor.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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