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Authorize RISE Bonds Amendment
Authorize RISE Bonds Amendment
Hawaii · November 3, 2026
What this measure does
Authorize the state legislature to empower the counties and municipalities of the state to issue housing infrastructure growth bonds for specified public works, public improvements, and community development
A yes vote means
Local governments can borrow money through special bonds to fund housing infrastructure projects without needing additional voter approval for each project.
A no vote means
Local governments cannot use this special borrowing method and would need to find other ways to fund housing infrastructure projects.
Simple explanation
Think of this as giving local governments (cities and counties) permission to take out a special loan specifically for building or improving housing-related infrastructure like roads, water systems, and community facilities. It's like letting your city get a credit card that can only be used to build things that help more housing get created.