Bill 9 Didn’t Pass: What the Headlines Aren’t Saying

While many headlines claim the bill has passed, it has not yet become law. Maui is at a crossroads. In this urgent update, Lahaina Lee breaks down the real story behind Bill 9—the controversial legislation that could phase out over 7,000 legal short-term rentals across West and South Maui. In this clear-eyed report, you'll learn:What Bill 9 really proposesWhy the legal status of these rentals mattersHow the bill could impact Maui’s economy, tax revenue, and local jobsWhat council members are saying—and where they’re dividedWhy critics say this bill won’t actually solve Maui’s housing crisisGet the facts, not the spin—plus a passionate call for real solutions to Maui’s housing shortage. Whether you’re a local resident, STR owner, or someone who cares about the future of the island, this is one report you don’t want to miss.Have thoughts or questions? Leave a comment or email me at [email protected] — I respond to every one.👍 Like this video if you found it helpful💬 Share it with someone thinking about Maui real estate🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss future updatesMahalo for tuning in — from the greatest island on earth, this is Lahaina Lee saying aloha.#MauiRealEstate #MauiRecovery #Bill9 #HawaiiRealEstate #UrbanPlanning #LahainaFire #MauiRebuild #AlohaPotts #MauiMobilityPlan #RealEstatePodcast**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMauiLee PottsRB-20663(808) 276-8776Keller Williams Realty Maui RB-21851(808) 270-1046