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SB44 SD2 HD3
State Water Code; Commission on Water Resource Management; Penalties; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Creates a minimum penalty and raises the maximum penalty for every violation of the State Water Code. Clarifies that each day a violation exists or continues is a separate offense. Requires the Commission on Water Resource Management to determine the amount of the penalty based on the circumstances of the violation. Appropriates funds for positions in the Commission on Water Resource Management. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD3) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB153, HB362 |
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SB47 HD2
Elections; Ballot; Arrangement of Candidate Names; Randomization
RELATING TO ARRANGEMENT OF CANDIDATE NAMES ON BALLOTS.
Requires that any new contract entered into by the Office of Elections for equipment or services relating to preparing ballots or counting votes include the capability to randomize the names of candidates appearing on the ballot if technologically possible. Requires candidate names to be randomized on ballots, to the greatest extent possible. Requires the Office of Elections to inform voters and candidates, by a method suited for the voting system, that the names of candidates may not be in alphabetical order. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
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SB57 SD2 HD2
Judiciary; ‘Olelo Hawai‘i Initiatives; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY'S `ÅŒLELO HAWAI`I INITIATIVES.
Appropriates funds to the judiciary to support the ‘Olelo Hawai‘i Initiatives. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, Awa, Shimabukuro |
JHA, FIN |
HB267 |
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SB62 SD2 HD1
UH; John A. Burns School of Medicine; Medical Residencies and Training; Hawaii Medical Education Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING.
Reestablishes the Hawaii medical education special fund. Appropriates funds into and out of the Hawaii medical education special fund to the John A. Burns School of Medicine for graduate medical education and training programs, to create more residencies and training opportunities on the neighbor islands for medical students, and for medical student and residency training opportunities in partnership with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
HLT/HET, FIN |
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SB63 SD2 HD3 CD2
Board of Nursing; Nurses; Registered Nurses; Practical Nurses; Temporary Permits; Licenses; Exceptions
RELATING TO NURSES.
Effective 1/1/2025, allows the Board of Nursing to issue temporary permits to out-of-state licensed registered nurses and practical nurses and nurses who hold a multistate license issued by another state, territory, or country, under certain circumstances. Beginning 7/1/2025, allows an out-of-state licensed practical nurse or registered nurse to apply for a temporary permit simultaneously with an application for a license to practice in the State. Excepts from license requirements nurses who are licensed in another state, territory, or country accompanying a patient from out-of-state for a period of less than two weeks and not employed or affiliated with a health care entity in the State. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (CD2) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 832). |
KEOHOKALOLE, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KEITH-AGARAN, RHOADS, Dela Cruz, Shimabukuro |
HLT/LGO, CPC, FIN |
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SB73 SD1
HDOA; Agricultural Park Leases; Extension
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL PARK LEASES.
Allows the Department of Agriculture to extend the agricultural park lease of any lessee who holds a lease with a remaining term of 15 years or less; provided that the land covered by the lease is 25 acres or less and located in a county with a population of less than 500,000. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/18/2024- This measure has been deleted from the meeting scheduled on Wednesday 03-20-24 9:30AM in conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
INOUYE, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Kanuha |
AGR/WAL, FIN |
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SB75 SD2 HD1
State Historic Preservation Division; DLNR; Inventory; Burial Sites; Historic Properties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to inventory historic properties and burial sites in the State, collect data on burial site locations, and conduct an archaeological surface survey. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
INOUYE, AQUINO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Shimabukuro |
WAL, FIN |
HB766 |
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SB86 SD1 HD1
HDOA; State Agriculture Functional Plan; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development
RELATING TO FOOD SUSTAINABILITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture, in coordination with the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, to update the State Agriculture Functional Plan to include other agricultural economic updates that expand the State's priority on food by increasing local food self-sufficiency and exports. Requires the Governor to submit the updated plan to the Legislature prior to the Regular Session of 2025. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
INOUYE, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, Dela Cruz, Keith-Agaran, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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SB106 SD2 HD2
DOH; DOE; Report; COVID-19; Schools
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Health to require the Department of Education to report coronavirus disease 2019 potential outbreaks or other public health emergencies and related information in a manner most appropriate to public health and safety, as determined by the Department of Health. Repeals the requirement to publish the report on the Department of Education's website. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KIDANI, KANUHA, Fevella, Kim, Richards |
HLT, EDN, FIN |
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SB107 SD1 HD1
Education; Board of Education; Chairperson
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Authorizes a majority of the members of the Board of Education to elect a chairperson from among the members of the Board. Allows the members to annually elect a chairperson upon the start of the next confirmed term for members. Removes the requirement that the chairperson be an at-large member. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
KIDANI, KANUHA, KIM, Fevella, Richards |
EDN, FIN |
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SB116 SD1 HD1 CD1
Special Number Plates; Duke Kahanamoku; Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to commemorate Duke Kahanamoku. (CD1) |
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5/15/2024- Act 025, 05/15/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1125). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, LEE, Dela Cruz, Kidani, Kim |
CAI, FIN |
HB499 |
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SB129 SD1 HD2
Department of Human Services; No Cost Emergency Shelter and Related Services; Minors; Consent; Providers
RELATING TO MINORS.
Requires providers of no cost emergency shelter and related services to take steps to ensure pertinent youth obtain and receive services from the juvenile justice or child welfare systems and maintain separation for unrelated adults and minor children. Makes permanent the amendments to the definition of "provider" as it relates to entities eligible to provide no cost emergency shelter and related services to consenting minors. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
CHANG, AQUINO, LEE, MCKELVEY, Inouye, Kidani, Richards |
HUS, JHA, FIN |
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SB155 SD1 HD1
University of Hawaii Maui College; Office of International and Regional Partnerships; Study Abroad; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii Maui college's office of international and regional partnerships for students to participate in study abroad programs. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEITH-AGARAN, DECOITE, MCKELVEY |
HET, FIN |
HB844 |
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SB156 SD1 HD1
Board of Education; Community Forums; Public Meetings; Oral Testimony
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Requires the Board of Education to hold no less than six community forums annually, with at least one community forum in each county. Requires the Board to include an open forum for public comments on non-agenda items. Requires a report to the Legislature on implementing open forums. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEITH-AGARAN, DECOITE, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Richards |
EDN, FIN |
HB845 |
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SB164 SD2 HD1
Hawaii State Loan Repayment Program; Health Care Professionals; Health Professional Shortage Areas; University of Hawaii; John A. Burns School of Medicine; Department of Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LOAN REPAYMENT FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health for the Hawaii State Loan Repayment Program for health care professionals. Requires funds to be expended in coordination with the John A. Burns School of Medicine of the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Requires matching funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, FIN |
HB661 |
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SB224 SD2 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Noise Pollution; County Ordinances; Civil Penalties
RELATING TO NOISE CONTROL.
Allows for noise control infractions to be processed under the traffic and emergency period infractions adjudication process. Grants the district court concurrent jurisdiction over noise control infractions committed by minors. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB123 |
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SB238 SD1
Sexual Abuse; Minors; Reparations; Insurance Premiums; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO SEXUAL ABUSE OF MINORS.
Establishes a working group to examine reparations for victims of child sexual abuse and the fiscal impact for childcare insurance providers, including increased premiums. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KIDANI |
HHS, JDC |
HB582 |
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SB263 SD1
State Council on Mental Health; Native Hawaiian Health Practices
RELATING TO THE STATE COUNCIL ON MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires council members to receive annual training on topics related to Native Hawaiian healing and health. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO, Awa |
HWN/HHS, JDC |
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SB279 SD1 HD1
Health Insurance; Medicaid; Mandated Coverage; Ketamine Therapy; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires Medicaid and private insurance coverage for ketamine therapy to treat depression. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2040. (HD1) |
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3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
FEVELLA, Shimabukuro |
HUS, CPC, FIN |
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SB281 SD2 HD1
College Savings Program; Income Tax Deduction
RELATING TO THE COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM.
Establishes a state income tax deduction for eligible contributions made to a college savings program established under chapter 256, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 6/30/3000. Applies to taxable years beginning after an unspecified date. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, INOUYE, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, KIM, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai |
HET, FIN |
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SB291 SD2 HD1
Governor; Budget-Related Reports; Program Memoranda; Variance Reports; Program Size Indicators; Effectiveness Measures; Reviews; Updates
RELATING TO BUDGET-RELATED REPORTS.
Requires the Governor to ensure that the Governor's program memoranda and variance reports accurately reflect the current responsibilities of certain state programs, address the current and future needs of the State, and align with budget-related submittals. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, DECOITE, INOUYE, KANUHA, Moriwaki, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB296 SD2 HD1
Reports to Legislature; Governor; Principal Departments; Deadline; Streamlining; Consolidation
RELATING TO SUBMISSION DEADLINES.
Requires the Governor and state agencies to recommend a date by which statutorily required reports must be submitted to the Legislature, and to identify any reports that should not be subject to that uniform date and the reasons therefor. Requires the Governor to propose legislation to implement the proposed deadline and streamline existing reporting requirements by repealing or consolidating any duplicative, obsolete, or extraneous reports. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, INOUYE, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, LEE, MCKELVEY, Kim, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai |
LMG, FIN |
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SB297 SD2 HD1
Grant-In-Aid; Land Transfer
RELATING TO GRANTS-IN-AID.
Requires organizations to obtain legislative approval prior to the disposition of land that was acquired using state grants, but only if the land was acquired after the enactment of this Act. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, KIM, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Kidani, Richards, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
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SB299 SD2 HD1
OHA; Proposed Budget; Governor; Judiciary; Legislature
RELATING TO BUDGET-RELATED SUBMISSIONS TO THE LEGISLATURE.
Authorizes the legislature, upon the agreement of form by the speaker of the house of representatives and the president of the senate, to specify the form in which the proposed budgets of the executive branch, judicial branch, and office of Hawaiian affairs are submitted to the legislature. Requires the executive branch, judicial branch, and office of Hawaiian affairs to conform no later than 12/1/2023. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, INOUYE, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Kidani, Kim, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB303 SD1 HD1
Chapter 42F; Grants; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE FUNDING OF GRANTS PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 42F, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Appropriates operating and capital improvement grants for fiscal year 2023-2024. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Richards, Wakai |
FIN |
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SB304 SD2 HD3
DLNR; Visitor Impact Fee; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO VISITOR IMPACT FEES.
Effective 7/1/2025, establishes the visitor impact fee program within the department of land and natural resources, through which the department will collect a fee from visitors for a license to visit a state park, forest, hiking trail, or other state natural area. Establishes the visitor impact fee special fund effective 7/1/2023. Requires report to the legislature on strategic plan and timetable for objectives and implementation of the visitor impact fee program. Appropriates funds for the visitor impact fee strategic plan and positions for the visitor impact fee program. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD3) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, AWA, CHANG, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, KIM, LEE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Kidani, Richards, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
TOU, WAL, FIN |
HB1162 |
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SB306 SD1 HD1
Administrative Rulemaking; Electronic Notice; Office of the Lieutenant Governor
RELATING TO PUBLIC INFORMATION.
Requires that prior to the adoption, amendment, or repeal of an administrative rule, electronic notice of the proposed rulemaking be provided to all persons who have made a timely written request to, and provided a valid working email address to, the adopting agency for advance notice of its rulemaking proceedings. Requires that alterations to administrative rules be displayed in Ramseyer format and the full text of rules be made available in a digitally accessible and searchable format. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, INOUYE, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Awa, Ihara, Kidani, Richards, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB316 HD2
Dogs; Agricultural Land; Liability; Penalty
RELATING TO DOGS.
Establishes additional penalties for dog owners whose dog injures or destroys property of another while on private property zoned for agricultural use without consent of the owner of the property. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AGR, JHA |
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SB343 SD1
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Mental Health; Provisional Licensure; Associate Licensure; Marriage and Family Therapists; Mental Health Counselors; Psychologists; Examinations; Waivers; Social Work Interns; Insurance Reimbursements; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes provisional or associate-level licensure requirements for marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and psychologists and authorizes insurance reimbursements in certain circumstances. Allows psychologist license applicants to sit for the licensing examination before completing certain other requirements. Allows the Board of Psychology to grant licensure waivers in certain circumstances for psychologists. Authorizes insurance reimbursements for services provided by a supervised social work intern in certain circumstances. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling has been exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Parts II, III, IV, and V take effect on 7/1/2026. (SD1) |
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2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
CHANG, AQUINO, Fukunaga, Keith-Agaran, Shimabukuro |
HHS, CPN |
HB1300 |
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SB367 SD1
Event Ticket Sales Practices; Ticket Scalping; Bruno Mars Act
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits the sale of tickets at higher price than the original price charged by the primary venue ticket provider. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
LEE, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Kim, Wakai |
TCA, CPN/JDC |
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SB370 SD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Systems; Clean Ground Transportation Working Group; Parking Spaces; Requirements; Report
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEMS.
Removes the exemption that allowed owners of multiple parking facilities within the State to designate and electrify fewer parking spaces than required in one or more of the properties if the requirement for the total number of aggregate spaces on all of their owned properties was met. Authorizes the counties to adopt ordinances to regulate electric vehicle charging systems for places of public accommodation with fewer than one hundred parking spaces. Requires the Clean Ground Transportation Working Group to develop plans for public electric vehicle charging stations on each neighbor island and develop an expedited permitting process for electric vehicle charges and related supporting infrastructure. Requires a report to the Legislature and counties. (SD1) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to EEP, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
LEE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SHIMABUKURO, Kim, Richards |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB347 |
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SB371 SD1
Specialty Contractor; Incidental and Supplemental Work
RELATING TO CONTRACTORS.
Defines "incidental and supplemental work" for purposes of specialty contractors under the contractors law. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
LEE, KEITH-AGARAN, Richards |
LBT, CPN |
HB558 |
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SB384 SD1 HD2
Persons with Disabilities; Parking Enforcement; Counties; Ordinances
RELATING TO ACCESS FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Authorizes each county to adopt ordinances to enforce the design and construction requirements for the provision of accessible parking spaces, including the establishment of penalties for failure to comply with the ordinance. Authorizes officials appointed by a county to enter the property of places of public accommodation to enforce violations of the county ordinances. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
LEE, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Shimabukuro |
HLT, JHA, FIN |
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SB393 SD1 HD3
Pre-litigation Mediation Pilot Program; Landlord; Tenant; Judiciary; Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Emergency Rent Relief Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a pre-litigation mediation pilot program. Requires landlords to participate in mediation before filing an action for summary possession. Creates and appropriates funds for an emergency rent relief program to be made available to participants in the pre-litigation mediation pilot program. Sunsets 6/30/2025. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD3) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, CPC, FIN |
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SB397 SD2 HD1
Medicaid; Reimbursements; Medicare Fee Schedule Rates; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL MEDICAID SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to increase medicaid payments to eligible health care providers in the State up to one hundred per cent of the current medicare fee schedule rates. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
HUS/HLT, FIN |
HB1367 |
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SB398 SD1 HD2
Department of Human Services; Adoption; Adoption Assistance Program; Post-permanency Services; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
Requires the Department of Human Services to collect and analyze data to determine the impact of expanding post-permanency services to families receiving benefits from the adoption assistance program and report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Keith-Agaran, Wakai |
HUS, JHA, FIN |
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SB419 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Pilot Program; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Carbon Sequestration; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii carbon smart land management assistance pilot program. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
EEP, FIN |
HB188 |
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SB430 SD2 HD1
Hawaii Farm to Food Bank Program; Hawaii Food Assistance Program; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII FARM TO FOOD BANK PROGRAM.
Establishes the Hawaii Farm to Food Bank Program and Hawaii food assistance program special fund to alleviate food shortages in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, AWA, CHANG, Kidani, Kim, Moriwaki |
AGR, FIN |
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SB445 SD2 HD2
Pollution; Penalties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO POLLUTION ABATEMENT.
Increases civil penalties for the violation of various pollution provisions. Establishes and appropriates funds for an environmental health specialist position within the clean water branch of the department of health. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Keith-Agaran, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EEP, JHA, FIN |
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SB449 SD2 HD2
DBEDT; Governor; Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture; Appropriation; Reports ($)
RELATING TO THE FESTIVAL OF PACIFIC ARTS.
Appropriates funds to the department of business, economic development, and tourism for the governor to plan and coordinate the festival of pacific arts and culture to be held in Honolulu from 6/6/2024 to 6/16/2024. Requires the department of business, economic development, and tourism to submit, prior to the release of the funds appropriated by this Act, a report detailing how previous state funds that were appropriated for the festival were expended and, no later than twenty days prior to each regular session until the funds appropriated by this Act are fully expended or lapse, a report on the governor's festival expenses for the preceding year. Dissolves the commission on the 13th festival of pacific arts. Assigns to the governor the duties for planning and coordinating all state-sponsored and other celebration events staged for the festival of pacific arts and culture. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Keith-Agaran, Wakai |
CAI, FIN |
HB394 |
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SB458 SD2 HD3
Geothermal Resources; Royalties; Geothermal Energy Resources Development Special Fund; DLNR; DBEDT; Hawaii State Energy Office; OHA; Reports
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ROYALTIES.
Establishes the geothermal energy resources development special fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Redistributes geothermal royalties to the counties for specific purposes, geothermal energy resources development special fund, department of land and natural resources, and office of Hawaiian affairs. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD3) |
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4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 702). |
WAKAI, CHANG, Fukunaga, Kidani, Shimabukuro |
EEP/WAL, CPC, FIN |
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SB459 SD2 HD1
Hydrogen Fueling System Subaccount; Zero-Emission Vehicle Fueling System Rebate Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HYDROGEN FUELING SYSTEM SUBACCOUNT.
Appropriates funds from the Hydrogen Fueling System Subaccount within the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Zero-Emission Vehicle Fueling System Rebate Program. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 722). |
WAKAI |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
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SB462
Attachment and Execution of Property; Exemptions
RELATING TO ATTACHMENT AND EXECUTION.
Increases the amount of interest in real property that is exempt from attachment and execution. Amends the value of personal property that is exempt from attachment and execution, including increasing the exemption amount for a motor vehicle. Exempts from attachment and execution, an amount equivalent to one month of child support or $5,000, whichever is less, and one month of spousal support or $5,000, whichever is less. |
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2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Keith-Agaran |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB471 SD1
Illegal Camping; Prohibition; Homelessness; Safe Zones; Drop Off Center; Judiciary; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS.
Prohibits camping in public areas that are not designated as camping locations by the State or a county with certain exceptions. Allows the court to order violators to participate in homeless services in lieu of prosecution or sentencing. Requires the State or counties to establish safe zones for homeless persons. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB477 SD1 HD1
PUC; Deadlines; Merger, Consolidation, Acquisition, or Other Change of Control; Applications; Report
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Requires the public utilities commission to make every effort to complete its review for a merger, consolidation, acquisition, or other change of control and issue a decision within nine months or twelve months from the date of a completed application. Requires the public utilities commission to establish standards for deeming an application complete. Specifies the process for objections and amendments to submitted applications. Allows for waiver or extension of the applicable time period. Requires the public utilities commission to submit a report to the legislature if those timelines are not met. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPC |
HB370 |
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SB500 SD1 HD2
UH; Mental Health Practitioners; Division of Student Success; Counseling and Student Development Center ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii at Manoa to establish additional permanent mental health practitioner positions within the Division of Student Success' Counseling and Student Development Center. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, KANUHA, KIM, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Ihara, Wakai |
HET, FIN |
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SB504 SD1 HD3
PFAS; Food Packaging; Food Service Ware; Cosmetics; Personal Care Products; Prohibition
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Prohibits the manufacture, sale, offer for sale, distribution for sale, and distribution for use of any food packaging, food service ware, cosmetic, or personal care product that contains intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, with certain exceptions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD3) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Keith-Agaran |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB748 |
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SB513 SD1
BLNR; Loko Ia; Traditional Hawaiian Fishponds ($)
RELATING TO FISHPONDS.
Specifies certain findings the Board of Land and Natural Resources must make for a lease of a government-owned Hawaiian fishpond. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, AWA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Wakai |
WTL, WAM |
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SB516 SD1 HD2 CD1
Hemp Producers; Commercial Hemp Production; Labeling; Advertising; Hawaii-Grown Hemp; Hawaii-Processed Hemp
RELATING TO HEMP.
Requires that the identity statement used for labeling or advertising hemp products identify the percentage of Hawaii-grown and Hawaii-processed hemp and hemp of other origins contained in hemp products. Allows the use of the term "All Hawaiian" for hemp products in which one hundred per cent of the hemp is grown and processed in the State. (CD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Dela Cruz, Keith-Agaran |
AGR, CPC |
HB1424 |
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SB524 SD2
Insurance; Insurance Commissioner; Insurers; Salary Increases; Pre-Approval
RELATING TO BUSINESS REGULATION.
Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to require the Commissioner's pre-approval for certain salary increases granted to any person receiving a salary over a certain amount from an insurer. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to CPC, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KANUHA |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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SB541 SD1 HD1
Reconciliation Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Designates January 17 of each year as Reconciliation Day. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Holt voting no (1) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
KANUHA |
CAI, FIN |
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SB545 SD1
Community Care Foster Family Home; Medicaid; Human Services; Report
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Amends the definition of "community care foster family home" to allow one additional Medicaid individual to be cared for in the same community care foster family home. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Re-Referred to HHS/WAM. |
KANUHA |
HHS/WAM |
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SB560 SD2
DLIR; Workforce Development Council; Workforce Development Division
RELATING TO LABOR.
Transfers the Workforce Development Division from being directly part of the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to the Workforce Development Council, an entity that is administratively attached to the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations. Takes effect of 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
LBT, WAM |
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SB572 SD2 HD2 CD1
HDOA; Agriculture; Pests; Biosecurity Emergency
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes and specifies conditions under which the Department of Agriculture may declare a biosecurity emergency, during which the Department and Governor may take certain actions to prevent the establishment or spread of pests and prohibited or restricted organisms. Broadens the objectives and general actions of the Biosecurity Program. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
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SB578 SD3 HD1
ATG; ERS; Retirees; Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; Benefits; Investigators; Counties; Report
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of retirement benefits if the retirant is employed as an investigator in a position identified by the Department of the Attorney General as a labor shortage or difficult to fill position, subject to certain conditions. Requires the Director of Human Resources of the appropriate state jurisdiction or the human resources management chief executive of each county to include in their annual reports to the Legislature, details on the employment of retirants as investigators. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/22/2024- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
KANUHA |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB582 SD2 HD1 CD1
Wildfires; Reports; Emergency Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO STATE BUDGET.
Appropriates funds to support the State's response to the August 2023 wildfires that affected the County of Maui. Makes an appropriation to the One Ohana Bank Trust Account to compensate victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires. Temporarily lifts various restrictions on the use of funds for Maui wildfire response. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriations exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2023-2024. Requires reports to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Act 010, 05/03/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1110). |
KANUHA |
FIN |
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SB586 SD2 HD1
Mufflers; Exhaust System; Motorcycle; Moped; Motor Vehicle; Certificate of Inspection; Motor Vehicle Repair; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Conditions the issuance of a certificate of inspection upon a vehicle not being equipped with a noisy muffler or exhaust system. Requires rules regarding safety check inspections to ensure that a motorcycle, moped, or motor vehicle is not equipped with a noisy muffler or exhaust system. Suspends, revokes, or refuses renewal of a permit for an official inspection station upon a third or subsequent wilful violation of any rule regarding inspecting a noisy muffler or exhaust system. Increases the maximum fine for violating noisy muffler and exhaust system laws. Includes repairing or installing a noisy muffler or exhaust system as a prohibited practice for motor vehicle repair laws. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, Dela Cruz, Kidani, Wakai |
JHA |
HB468 |
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SB587 SD2 HD1
Noisy Exhaust Pipes and Mufflers; Fine Increase; Probable Cause; Police Officer
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Increases the fines for violating provisions relating to the installation of noisy exhaust pipes and mufflers. Authorizes police officers to conduct examinations and inspections if the officer has probable cause to believe that a vehicle's excessively noisy muffler is evidence of a violation. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, Dela Cruz, Elefante, Ihara, Kidani, Wakai |
JHA |
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SB618 SD1
DAGS; State Permit Pilot Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A STATE PERMITTING OFFICE.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to establish a five-year State Permit Pilot Program to process building and infrastructure permits for the construction of state-owned buildings, state roads and highways, and other construction on state lands in the wildfire disaster declaration area. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
FEVELLA |
GVO, WAM |
HB1206 |
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SB627 HD2
Elections; Campaign Finance; Use of Campaign Funds; Child Care; Vital Household Dependent Care
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Allows an election candidate, treasurer, or candidate committee to use campaign funds for the candidate's child care and vital household dependent care costs under certain conditions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KIM, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara |
JHA, FIN |
HB555 |
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SB629 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Tourism Authority; Contracts; Marketing; Hawaii Convention Center; Authority; Powers
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY.
Requires contracts entered into by the Hawaii Tourism Authority for management of the Hawaii Convention Center facility to include marketing for all uses of the facility. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KIM, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Kidani |
TOU, FIN |
HB229 |
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SB637 SD1 HD2 CD1
Commercial Hemp Processing; Structures and Buildings; Registration Applications
RELATING TO HEMP.
Requires persons applying to register as hemp processors to include with their application form documentation that the processing does not include heat or volatile compounds or gases under pressure, such as cold-water extraction and is exempt from certain building permit and building code requirements, or documentation that the planned hemp processing operation is in a food hub or agricultural park. (CD1) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD |
AGR, CPC |
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SB652 SD1 HD1
Invasive Species; Control and Mitigation; Two-lined Spittlebug; Feral Chickens and Pigs; Pilot Program; Department of Agriculture; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to the department of agriculture to mitigate and control infestations of the two-lined spittlebug, undertake recovery efforts for lands damaged by the two-lined spittlebug, and establish a five-year pilot program to mitigate and control the significant increase in the population of feral chickens and pigs throughout the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Inouye, Keith-Agaran |
AGR, FIN |
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SB655 SD1 HD2 CD1
Hemp Producers; Commercial Hemp Production; Cultivation
RELATING TO HEMP.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to align state hemp production administrative rules with federal exemptions for fiber, fuel, and seed grain hemp crops. (CD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Ihara |
AGR, JHA |
HB1421 |
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SB667 SD2 HD1
Nonprofit Organizations; GET; Fundraising; Exemption; Unrelated Trade or Business Activities
RELATING TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
Clarifies the application of the general excise tax law with regard to gross income derived from unrelated trade or business activities of nonprofit organizations. Effective 6/30/3000. Sunsets 12/31/2028. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, DECOITE, MCKELVEY |
ECD, CPC, FIN |
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SB682 SD1 HD2
Animal Fur Products; Trade; Prohibition; Department of Land and Natural Resources
RELATING TO ANIMAL FUR PRODUCTS.
Prohibits the sale, offer for sale, display for sale, trade, or distribution of certain animal fur products in the State. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB693 SD1 HD2
Auditor; Impact Study; Insurance Coverage; Pharmacists; Reimbursement; Report; Appropriation
RELATING TO PHARMACISTS.
Requires the auditor to conduct an assessment on the social and financial impacts of mandating health insurance coverage for care provided by a participating registered pharmacist practicing within the scope of the pharmacist's license. Requires a report to the legislature before the 2024 regular session. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
LEE |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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SB699 SD2 HD1
State Capitol Tours; Governor; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CAPITOL TOURS.
Establishes a state capitol tours program within the office of the governor. Establishes two full-time equivalent positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
KIM, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEITH-AGARAN, LEE, MCKELVEY, Keohokalole, San Buenaventura |
LMG, FIN |
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SB710 SD2 HD1
UH; Windward Community College; Education; Incarcerated Women; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INCARCERATED WOMEN.
Appropriates moneys for an education and reentry program for incarcerated women. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
WAKAI, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara |
CMV, FIN |
HB1129 |
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SB717 SD1 HD1
Alcohol; Beer; Liquor Tax Law; Liquor Law; Brewpubs
RELATING TO ALCOHOL.
Expands the definition of "beer" under the liquor tax laws and liquor laws to mean any alcoholic beverage containing no less than 0.5 per cent alcohol by volume obtained by fermentation of any infusion or decoction of malt or any substitute, including alcohol seltzer beverages and excluding sake, cooler beverages, and other distilled products. Authorizes brewpubs to sell beer they manufacture, or beer manufactured on their premises, subject to certain conditions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Wakai |
CPC |
HB374 |
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SB725 SD2 HD2
DHRD; Teleworking; Telework Monitoring System; Pilot; Annual Report; Manager Training; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TELEWORKING.
Requires and appropriates moneys for the department of human resources development to submit an annual report to the legislature on the telework policies of the executive branch. Establishes requirements for a pilot telework monitoring system to assess the productivity of telework employees. Appropriates funds for the annual report, pilot telework monitoring system, positions to manage the pilot telework monitoring system, and manager training. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Ihara |
LGO, FIN |
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SB735 SD1 HD2
Water Rights; Commercial Kalo Farming; Native Hawaiian Practices; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DISPOSITION OF WATER RIGHTS.
Exempts the instream use of water for commercial kalo cultivation conducted in a manner consistent with traditional and customary Native Hawaiian practices and on traditional kalo lands from the existing process for the disposition of water rights. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
INOUYE, AQUINO, AWA, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, Kidani |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB621 |
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SB744 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Invasive Species Council; Administrative Rules; Coffee Leaf Rust
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Requires the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to classify the fungal pathogen that causes coffee leaf rust as an invasive species in its administrative rules and to direct available funding for mitigation efforts, research, and prevention or control actions for coffee leaf rust. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Awa, Dela Cruz, Elefante, Keith-Agaran, Kidani, Kim, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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SB760 SD1
Board of Psychology; Psychologists; Prescriptive Authority; Prescribing Psychologists; Report
RELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Requires the Board of Psychology to grant prescriptive authority to qualified psychologist applicants statewide. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, RHOADS, SHIMABUKURO, Dela Cruz, Kidani, Moriwaki |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB775 SD1 HD2
Hunting Guides; Private Land; Annual Reports; DLNR; Written Permission
RELATING TO HUNTING GUIDES.
Requires hunting guides who take their clients to hunt on private lands to first obtain written permission from the owner, occupier, holder, or duly appointed agent of the private land, where appropriate. Requires hunting guides to provide copies of the written permissions and other information as part of their annual reports to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, INOUYE, KEITH-AGARAN, RHOADS, Awa, Kanuha, Kidani, Kim, Richards, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
WAL, JHA |
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SB781 SD2 HD2
Solar Distributed Energy Resource Systems; Online Building Permitting Tools; Work on Certain Structures; Professional Engineer, Architect, Surveyor, and Landscape Architects; Licensure Exemption
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires government entities in the State that issue building permits to implement SolarAPP+ or a functionally equivalent online automated permitting platform that verifies code compliance and issues permits to licensed contractors for solar distributed energy resource systems in real time by 1/1/2024. Requires government entities in the State that issue building permits in territories served by an investor-owned electric utility to adopt self-certification for residential and commercial on-site solar distributed energy resource systems that are not SolarAPP+ compatible. Makes the professional engineers, architects, surveyors, and landscape architects licensure law inapplicable to work with respect to residential distributed energy resource systems. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DECOITE, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
EEP/WAL, CPC, FIN |
HB195 |
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SB782 SD2 HD1
HDOA; Taro Farmers; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TARO.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a grant program in the Department of Agriculture to provide grants to taro farmers in meeting the costs of cultivating taro for consumption. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DECOITE, AQUINO, AWA, CHANG, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Kidani, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
HB275 |
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SB784 SD1 HD2
Airlines; Subsidy; Pilot Program; Molokai Airport; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AIRLINES.
Requires the department of transportation to establish and implement a two-year airline subsidy pilot program at Molokai airport to assist airlines in offsetting the costs of operation. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 7/1/2025. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DECOITE, CHANG, INOUYE, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Keohokalole, Kidani, Kim, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
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SB786 SD1 HD2
Hiking Trails; Search and Rescue; Trespassing; Reimbursement; Signage
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Requires government entities to seek reimbursement for all or a portion of search or rescue expenses for persons who require rescue after leaving a hiking trail to enter an area closed to the public or hiking on a trail closed to the public, and there is a sign giving notice of the closure. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DECOITE, AQUINO, AWA, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, KIM, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Dela Cruz, Kidani, Shimabukuro |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB795 SD2 HD1 CD1
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Compliance; Cure
RELATING TO TAXES.
Requires productions to provide evidence of reasonable efforts to comply with all applicable requirements to qualify for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit. Requires taxpayers be given notice of and an opportunity to cure requirements for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit within thirty days of receiving the notice. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DECOITE |
ECD, FIN |
HB1314 |
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SB797 SD1 HD2
Time Share Plans; Disclosure Statement; Primary Plan Documents; Supplementary Plan Documents; Material Liens; Title Defects; Encumbrances; Contracted Private Consultant
RELATING TO TIME SHARING PLANS.
Specifies that primary plan documents be listed in the public disclosure statement of a time share plan. Specifies when supplementary plan documents are to be considered primary plan documents subject to disclosure. Clarifies the manner in which the required disclosure of liens, title defects, or encumbrances on the titles of units may be made. Provides that a review of encumbrances by a contracted private consultant shall be waived upon the certification from the developer that the developer reviewed all encumbrances on title and determined that the time share interest is free and clear of blanket liens or that identifies all blanket liens. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DECOITE |
TOU, CPC |
HB11 |
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SB818 SD1 HD2
Agribusiness Development Corporation; Department of Agriculture; Aquaculture Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Transfers the business, processing, distribution, and marketing functions of the Aquaculture Program from the Department of Agriculture to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Appropriates moneys. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Wakai |
AGR, WAL, FIN |
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SB844 SD2 HD1
Special Number Plates; Malama Puuloa; Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to commemorate Malama Puuloa. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
AQUINO |
CAI, FIN |
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SB849 SD2
Social Services; Monthly Needs Allowance; State Supplemental Payments
RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
Amends the state supplemental payment ceiling for domiciliary care paid to recipients who are eligible for federal supplementary security income or public assistance, or both. Amends the monthly needs allowance for individuals residing in foster homes, care homes, domiciliary homes, and other long-term care facilities. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to HUS, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Ihara |
HUS, FIN |
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SB926 SD1 HD1
Pedestrians; Safety; Street Crossing
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Authorizes pedestrians to act contrary to the statewide traffic code when a reasonably careful pedestrian would determine that there is no immediate danger of a collision with a moving vehicle. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
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SB958 SD1
Department of Education; School Psychologists; Regulatory Framework; Licensure Requirements; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY.
Establishes a working group to research and explore the idea of establishing a regulatory framework and licensure requirements for school psychologists. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect on 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
HB1116 |
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SB971 SD2 HD2
DOE; State Public Charter School Commission; Student Transportation; Bus Passes; Public High School Students; Charter High School Students; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the department of education and state public charter school commission to collect certain data on county bus pass usage for public high school and charter high school students. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to the department of education and to the state public charter school commission to provide public high school and charter high school students with bus passes. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
LEE, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
EDN, FIN |
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SB1005 SD2 HD1
Primary Election; President; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE ELECTION OF THE PRESIDENT.
Establishes presidential preference primary elections. Makes an appropriation. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN |
JHA, FIN |
HB1485 |
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SB1016 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation; Maui Regional System Facilities; Public-Private Partnerships; Private Entity; Agreements
RELATING TO PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE DELIVERY OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES.
Expands the definition of "private entity" to include business organizations that are authorized to transact business in the State, including nonprofit management entities that have a certificate of need or license to operate one or more community hospitals or hospitals serving a rural population licensed under the laws of any state. Beginning 1/1/2024, require the chief executive officer of the Hawaii health systems corporation to provide written comments to the governor before the State enters into any new agreement with a private entity or modifies or terminates any existing agreement to transfer the right and responsibility to manage, operate and otherwise provide health care services at one or more facilities of the Maui regional system. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEITH-AGARAN, AQUINO, DECOITE, MCKELVEY |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1460 |
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SB1027 SD1 HD1
Combat Sports Contests; Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii; Prohibitions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.
Establishes the combat sports commission of Hawaii. Provides for regulation of combat sports. Prohibits no rules combat or similar contests. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
INOUYE, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
CPC, FIN |
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SB1035 SD2 HD1 CD1
General Excise Tax; Medical and Dental Services; Exemption; Medicare; Medicaid; TRICARE
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts from the general excise tax those medical and dental services provided by health care providers to patients who receive Medicaid, Medicare, or TRICARE benefits. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, CHANG, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
HLT/ECD, FIN |
HB662 |
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SB1044 SD2 HD2
DOE; Behavioral Health Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to hire complex-based licensed behavioral health specialists for Hawaii's rural public schools. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Keith-Agaran, San Buenaventura |
EDN, HLT, FIN |
HB603 |
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SB1068 SD2 HD1
Hawaii State Planning Act; OPSD; Beach Assessment Study; Beach and Shoreline Adaptation, Restoration, and Conservation Plan; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BEACHES.
Includes in the State's policies for the physical environment under the Hawaii State Planning Act, the promotion of statewide beach assessments and beach and shoreline adaptation, restoration, and conservation and the pursuit of compatible relationships among activities, facilities, Native Hawaiian traditional practices mauka to makai, and natural resources. Appropriates funds to the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development for the development of a statewide beach assessment study and shoreline adaptation, restoration, and conservation plan. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEITH-AGARAN, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, MCKELVEY, Richards, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
HB589 |
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SB1099 SD1 HD2 CD1
Surcharge on State Tax; Housing Infrastructure Costs
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Clarifies the authority of the counties to use county surcharge on state tax revenues for housing infrastructure costs for county-appropriated housing infrastructure costs. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEITH-AGARAN, KANUHA, MCKELVEY |
LGO, FIN |
HB1479 |
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SB1119 SD1
Works of Art Special Fund; August 2023 Maui Wildfires; Memorial; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE WORKS OF ART SPECIAL FUND.
Appropriates funds for the purpose of engaging the community and developing plans for a potential future memorial, monument, or other appropriate means to properly honor and respectfully recognize the memory of those who lost their lives or were impacted by the August 2023 Maui wildfires. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY |
TCA, WAM |
HB1472 |
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SB1129 SD2 HD2
Department of Accounting and General Services; Procurement Threshold; Small Purchases
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amends the procurement threshold for small purchases. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, Fukunaga, Kidani |
LGO, FIN |
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SB1135 HD2
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Administrative Proceedings for Review; Cash or Protest Bond; Return to Party; Forfeiture
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires cash or protest bonds to be returned to the initiating party, less twice the amount of the administrative costs, except in cases where the appeal was frivolous or made in bad faith. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MCKELVEY |
LGO, FIN |
HB1164 |
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SB1136 SD1 HD1
Makena State Park; Carrying Capacity; Study; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Report to Legislature; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE PARKS.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to conduct a study of the carrying capacity of Makena State Park in Maui County. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MCKELVEY, Keith-Agaran, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
HB702 |
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SB1138 HD2
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Protest; Debriefing; Disclosure of Competing Proposals
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Prohibits a procurement officer from disclosing a competing offeror's proposal or evaluation score, except the summary of scores, during a debriefing requested by a non-selected offeror. Authorizes the disclosure of a competing offeror's proposal or evaluation score after a protest is resolved and the contract is executed. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
MCKELVEY |
LGO, FIN |
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SB1170 SD2 HD1 CD1
Counties; Affordable Housing Credits; Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Housing Production; County Powers
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING CREDITS.
Requires the counties to issue affordable housing credits for affordable housing units that are constructed under the various programs of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Sunsets 7/1/2031. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ |
HSG, FIN |
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SB1196 SD1 HD1
Boards; Commissions; Holdover Member; Limitation
RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
Clarifies that the authorization for board and commission holdover members to continue in office until a successor is nominated and appointed, but not beyond the end of the second regular legislative session following the expiration of the member's term of office, takes precedence over all conflicting statutes concerning holdover members. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
KIM, CHANG, DELA CRUZ, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Ihara |
LGO, JHA |
HB545 |
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SB1208 SD1
Low-Income Household Renters; Income Tax Credit; Adjustments
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the income thresholds and credit amounts of the income tax credit for low-income household renters by using tax brackets individuals and different categories of households. Annually adjusts the income thresholds and credit amounts for inflation, based on the consumer price index. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2023. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Kidani, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
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SB1209
Income Tax; Household and Dependent Care; Expenses; Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Conforms the amount allowable for the Hawaii expenses for household and dependent care services necessary for the gainful employment tax credit to the credit amounts allowed in the federal tax code. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/22. |
(S)
1/25/2024- The committee(s) on HHS deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 01-26-24 1:00PM; CR 225 & Videoconference. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, KEITH-AGARAN, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB1258 SD2 HD1 CD1
DLNR; Kaena Point State Park; Makua; Keawaula
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop and implement a management system for the Kaena point state park, Makua and Keawaula sections. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
SHIMABUKURO |
WAL, FIN |
HB1267 |
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SB1286 SD1 HD2
Affordable Housing; HCDA; Lease of State Land; Kakaako Community Development District; Pilot Program
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Increases options to build affordable housing by allowing the Hawaii community development authority to conduct a pilot program to lease real property for one project in the Kakaako community development district for a term of ninety-nine years. Requires reports to legislature. Repeals 6/30/2122. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB988 |
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SB1291 SD1 HD1
Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, Sea Level Rise Adaptation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SEA LEVEL RISE ADAPTATION.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, in cooperation with each state agency having operational responsibilities over state facilities to develop a standardized process to conduct vulnerability assessments for facilities at risk from sea level rise and guidance to agencies on how to conduct the vulnerability assessments for their facilities. Makes an appropriation. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
HB993 |
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SB1296 SD2 HD2
OPSD; DBEDT; Hawaii Economic Development District Planning Organization; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DESIGNATED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Establishes the Hawaii Economic Development District Planning Organization and governing board within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Designates the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to organize the Hawaii Economic Development District Planning Organization. Establishes full-time equivalent temporary, exempt positions. Makes an appropriation. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
ECD, FIN |
HB998 |
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SB1317 SD3 HD1
Broadband Funds; Office of the Lieutenant Governor; Broadband Infrastructure Development; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BROADBAND.
Transfers the Hawaii broadband and digital equity office from the department of business, economic development, and tourism to the office of the lieutenant governor on a temporary, four-year basis. Appropriates general funds to provide required matching funds for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. Appropriates funds received by the State from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. Requires the office of the lieutenant governor to convene and lead the working group established pursuant to Act 231, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HET, FIN |
HB1019 |
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SB1332 SD1 HD2
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Price Control
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies that emergency management powers must be consistent with the state constitution. Clarifies the scope of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Clarifies the powers of the Governor and mayors to extend or terminate a state of emergency or local state of emergency, respectively. Delineates allowable uses of Major Disaster Fund moneys. Amends the amount of additional funds that may be made available for the purpose of matching federal disaster relief fund. Shortens the duration of price control periods from 96 hours to 72 hours. Defines "severe warning" to recognize that entities other than the National Weather Service may issue warnings that may require the activation of the emergency management system. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
HB1034 |
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SB1351 SD2 HD2
DOH; Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Program; Establishment; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INFANT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes the infant and early childhood mental health program within the department of health to provide and coordinate mental health services for children from birth up to age five. Appropriates funds for the establishment of the program, including for an unspecified number of permanent full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HUS/HLT, FIN |
HB1053 |
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SB1384 SD2 HD2
Hawaii Workforce Development Council; Hawaii Workforce Development Board; Conflict of Interest; Chairperson of Board; K-12 Agriculture Workforce Development Pipeline Initiative
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Amends chapter 202, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to be consistent with the General Appropriations Act of 2021, Act 88, Session Laws of Hawaii 2021. Renames "Hawaii workforce development council" to "Hawaii workforce development board". Requires the Hawaii workforce development board and local workforce development boards to develop written conflict of interest policies consistent with federal law and regulations. Requires the governor to select the chairperson of the board from among the seventeen private sector members. Requires the Hawaii workforce development board to assist the governor in coordinating local workforce development boards to improve the workforce development system. Repeals the requirement for the department of labor and industrial relations to submit an annual report to the legislature on the activities of the k-12 agriculture workforce development pipeline initiative. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO, FIN |
HB1086 |
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SB1392 SD1
Community Correctional Centers; Pretrial Detainees
RELATING TO PERIODIC REVIEWS OF DETAINEES IN COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTERS.
Extends the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's period of time to reassess pretrial detainees on a regular basis for reconsideration of pretrial release. (SD1) |
(S)
2/29/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB1094 |
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SB1413 SD2 HD1
University of Hawaii; Residence for Tuition Purposes
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII RESIDENT TUITION FEE.
Requires the University of Hawaii to grant resident tuition fees for enrollment at any University of Hawaii campus to individuals who have graduated from a Hawaii high school and are enrolling in an undergraduate degree program, under certain conditions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HET, FIN |
HB1115 |
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SB1442 SD2 HD2
Ohana Zones Pilot Program; Construction; Facilities; General Excise Tax Exemption; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OHANA ZONES.
Establishes positions within the Office of the Governor to be responsible for the deployment of the capital improvement funds appropriated by this Act. Appropriates funds for the ohana zones pilot program for expenses relating to operations, upkeep of facilities, provision of services, administrative costs, and the construction of facilities. Makes the ohana zones pilot program a government assistance program for purposes of a general excise tax exemption. Specifies that certain exemptions shall apply to the ohana zone construction. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
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SB1444 SD1
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Mental Health; Provisional Licensure; Marriage and Family Therapists; Mental Health Counselors; Psychologists; Licensed Clinical Social Workers; Insurance Reimbursement; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes provisional or associate level licensure requirements for marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and psychologists and authorizes insurance reimbursements in certain circumstances. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling has been exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Parts II, III, IV, and V takes effect on 7/1/2026. (SD1) |
(S)
2/23/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
HB1242 |
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SB1461 SD1
Construction Projects; Building Professionals; Exemption
RELATING TO BUILDING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS.
Amends the exemption from the requirement that plans and specifications for construction projects be prepared and construction observed by a licensed engineer, architect, or landscape architect to be determined by floor area of work rather than estimated cost. Exempts one- or two-storied structures that are used primarily as a residence from such requirements. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
CHANG |
HOU, CPN |
HB924 |
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SB1473 SD2 HD2
Medicaid; Coverage; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders; Applied Behavior Analysis; Department of Health; Department of Human Services; Department of Education; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires DOH, DHS, and DOE to research rules, policies, and plan amendments necessary to ensure that medically necessary services, including applied behavior analysis services, for individuals twenty-six years of age or younger with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, are covered under the early and periodic screening, diagnostic, and treatment benefit; state special education services and programs; and the medicaid section 1915(c) home and community based waiver for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/17/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 690). |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HUS/HLT, FIN |
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SB1488 SD2 HD3
UH; CTAHR; Beef Cattle Interisland Ocean Transportation Study; Livestock; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LIVESTOCK.
Requires the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, in consultation with livestock industry stakeholders, to conduct a study to assess the effects of heat stress on beef cattle during interisland ocean transportation. Requires a report. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Ihara, Inouye, Keith-Agaran, San Buenaventura |
AGR, HET, FIN |
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SB1490 SD1 HD2
State Employees; Professionally Licensed; Certified; Duty to Defend
RELATING TO STATE EMPLOYEES.
Requires the attorney general to defend professionally licensed or certified state employees from civil actions or proceedings, subject to certain circumstances. Establishes certain filing and hearing requirements for when the attorney general refuses to defend a state employee. Requires that if the State refuses to defend a state employee from civil actions on certain grounds, that the State file a motion to be heard with the court. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB1492 SD2 HD2
DOH; AG; Mental Health; Judiciary; Assisted Community Treatment; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the department of health to track and publicly report certain data relating to crisis reports, emergency mental health transports, and court-ordered treatments. Requires the department of health to respond to reports about persons having severe mental illness who are in need of assistance, assess whether those persons may fulfill the criteria for assisted community treatment, and coordinate the process for an assisted community treatment order if indicated. Establishes that a court's denial of a petition for involuntary commitment shall serve as notification to the department of health that the person should be evaluated for assisted community treatment. Requires the department of the attorney general to assist with the preparation and filing of petitions for assisted community treatment, unless declined by the petitioner. Appropriates funds to the department of health for software and data collection and publication. Appropriates funds for statewide education and training on policies related to emergency examination and hospitalization and assisted community treatment. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, KEITH-AGARAN, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
HLT, JHA, FIN |
HB1503 |
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SB1511 SD2 HD2 CD2
RCUH; UH; Purpose; Powers; Exemptions; Contracts for Services
RELATING TO THE RESEARCH CORPORATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Clarifies the purpose of the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii and that its undertakings shall be limited to acts that are reasonably necessary to carry out its purpose. Repeals the requirement that the University of Hawaii contract with the Research Corporation when the University determines that other various agencies cannot more effectively or efficiently accomplish certain research and training activities. Grandfathers existing Research Corporation contracts and requires new contracts be subject to new limitations. Limits the scope of the special account the Research Corporation is authorized to establish. Requires revolving accounts to follow University of Hawaii Administrative Procedure 12.204. Limits internal service orders and revolving accounts of the Research Corporation that use University intramural funds to certain projects and requires biannual reports to the Legislature. (CD2) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 832). |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, Kidani, Wakai |
HET, FIN |
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SB1520 SD2 HD1
UH; Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub; DBEDT; Workforce Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PACIFIC HYDROGEN HUB.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to work with the University of Hawaii on workforce development activities that support the development of the Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub and other related aspects of the State's hydrogen energy industry. Appropriates funds to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for the Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DELA CRUZ |
EEP/HET, FIN |
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SB1522 SD2 HD2
HTA; Repeal; DBEDT; Office of Destination Management; Regenerative Tourism; Destination Management Action Plans; Convention Center Enterprise Special Fund; Tourism Liaison Officer; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes an Office of Destination Management within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Office of Destination Management to implement certain county destination management action plans. Repeals the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Establishes and appropriates funds for a tourism liaison officer within the office of the governor. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
DELA CRUZ |
TOU/ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB1376 |
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SB1532 SD2 HD1
State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Awards; Hawaii Leadership Awards Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CULTURE AND ARTS.
Establishes the Hawaii leadership awards program to honor persons from Hawaii who have made considerable and outstanding contributions to the State and who serve as an inspiration to others. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
LEE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, KEITH-AGARAN, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
CAI, FIN |
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SB1535 SD1 HD1
Traffic Safety; Department of Transportation; Construction Projects; Exemptions; Historic Preservation; Archeological Review; Environmental Impact Statement Law
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows the director of transportation to exempt certain ground transportation facility projects from historic preservation review and the environmental impact statement law, subject to certain conditions. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 340). |
LEE |
TRN, WAL, FIN |
HB1347 |
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SB1543 SD2 HD2
Comprehensive Public Funding; Campaign Spending Commission; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCING FOR CANDIDATES TO ELECTED OFFICE.
Establishes a comprehensive system of public financing for all candidates seeking election to state and county public offices in the State, to begin with the 2026 general election year. Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to submit a progress and final report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD2) |
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3/25/2024- Received notice of discharge of all conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KEITH-AGARAN, LEE, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
JHA, FIN |
HB967 |
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SB1580 SD1
DOH; Health Care Facilities Labor Standards Working Group; Staffing; Work Environment; Nurses; Nurse Aides; Hospitals; Care Homes; Dialysis Facilities; Report
RELATING TO LABOR STANDARDS AT HEALTH CARE FACILITIES.
Establishes within the Department of Health, the Health Care Facilities Labor Standards Working Group to research, assess, and make recommendations on the best practices in labor standards that can be implemented at hospitals, care homes, and dialysis facilities in the State, including the establishment and enforcement of minimum staffing standards, hospital staffing committees, and mandatory meal breaks, rest breaks, and overtime standards. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, LEE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HHS/LBT, CPN/WAM |
HB1378 |
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SB1587 SD1
HCDA; Affordable Housing Development; Task Force; State Lands; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Establishes the Affordable Housing Land Inventory Task Force within the Hawaii Community Development Authority to update the maps, tier tables, and inventories of State lands suitable and available for affordable housing development in the Affordable Rental Housing Report and Ten-Year Plan. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HOU/WTL, WAM |
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SB1590 SD1 HD1
DOA; Meat Inspections; Authority; Positions; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to assess the steps necessary for the State to supplement federal authority to perform meat inspections within the State. Requires the Department of Agriculture to assess the steps necessary to transfer full authority over meat inspections from the federal government to the State. Appropriates funds for the establishment of inspector positions within the Department of Agriculture to perform meat inspections. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/23/2024- Received notice of change in Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 768). |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Kidani |
AGR, FIN |
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SB1594 SD2 HD1
DOH; Crisis Intervention; Diversion; Crisis Centers; Crisis Intervention Officers; Crisis Intervention Team; Mental Health First Aid; Certifications; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CRISIS INTERVENTION.
Establishes an expanded crisis intervention and diversion activities program within the department of health to expand existing activities to divert those with mental health issues to appropriate health care services. Defines "crisis center" and "crisis intervention officer". Authorizes a person believed to be imminently dangerous to self or others by a law enforcement officer to be assisted by a crisis intervention officer and transported to a designated crisis center. Appropriates funds for the expanded crisis intervention and diversion activities program and for certification of law enforcement officers in mental health first aid by the department of health. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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4/17/2024- House Conferees Appointed: Takenouchi, Nishimoto Co-Chairs; Garrett, Lamosao, Garcia. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Ihara, Kidani, Wakai |
HLT, FIN |
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SB1596 SD1 HD1
DOE; HPHA; School Facilities Authority; Schools; Employees; Maui Campus Housing Pilot Program; Housing ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL CAMPUSES.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a Maui campus housing pilot program. Requires the School Facilities Authority and Department of Education to submit reports to the Legislature. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1) |
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4/16/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 737). |
MCKELVEY, CHANG |
HSG, EDN, FIN |
HB1256 |
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SB2001
DOE; Behavioral Health; Mental Health Wellness; Curricula; K-12 Coursework
RELATING TO HEALTH EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to include the teaching of behavioral health, including mental health wellness, in grades kindergarten through twelve. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2002
Affordable Housing; College Student Housing; Teacher Housing; Educational Staff Housing; Environmental Assessments; Exemption
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts certain housing projects reserved for certain students, faculty, and staff of public educational institutions from environmental assessment requirements. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/WTL, EDU/HRE, WAM. |
CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
HOU/WTL, EDU/HRE, WAM |
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SB2003
Police Commissions; Police Officers; Law Enforcement Officers; Bias and Cultural Competency; Persons with Mental Disabilities; Crisis Intervention; Training
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Requires police commissions to establish and police officers to complete training programs on cultural competency and implicit bias and racial and ethnic sensitivity. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to establish and law enforcement officers to complete training programs on cultural competency and implicit bias and racial and ethnic sensitivity. Requires police commissions to ensure that all full-time police officers receive crisis intervention training related to interaction with persons with mental disabilities. Requires police commissions to establish policies for officer interaction with persons with mental disabilities and homeless persons. |
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1/24/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
CHANG |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2004
Elections; University of Hawaii; National Voter Registration Act; Voter Registration Agency; Voter Service Center; Chief Election Officer; Voting Data; Student Identification Card
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Designates all University of Hawaii system campuses as voter registration agencies as defined in the National Voter Registration Act. Requires the Chief Election Officer to use data concerning voter registration and election participation to study voter registration, absentee voting, and provisional voting trends by age, race, and class to improve youth voter registration and election participation. Allows student identification cards issued by the University of Hawaii system to be used to register to vote. Designates all University of Hawaii campuses as voter service centers. |
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2/6/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani |
HRE, JDC/WAM |
HB1678 |
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SB2005
DCR; Inmates; Mental Health Facility; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to construct a mental health facility for inmates or detainees with mental health needs. Appropriates funds. |
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1/29/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Aquino, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
PSM/HHS, WAM |
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SB2006
County Building Codes; Adaptive Reuse Office Conversion Projects; Ventilation and Lighting Requirements; International Building Code
RELATING TO COUNTY BUILDING CODES.
Requires each county to allow a developer undertaking an adaptive reuse office conversion project to comply with the International Building Code with respect to provisions concerning ventilation and lighting. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
PSM, JDC |
HB1986 |
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SB2007
Criminal Records; Arrest; Conviction; Automatic Expungement
RELATING TO THE EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS.
Expands eligibility for, and automates, the expungement of arrest and conviction records for certain misdemeanors, crimes as a result of being a victim of human trafficking, and crimes relating to possession or use of controlled substances if certain criteria are met, including the lack of a conviction record for a specified time period following the date of an arrest, conviction, or release from incarceration. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to JDC. |
CHANG |
JDC |
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SB2008
Higher Education; University of Hawaii System; Resident Tuition Fee; Qualification; Eligibility; Basic Rule; Lawful Permanent Residents; Asylees; Refugees; Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
RELATING TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TUITION.
Allows certain lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees, and certain DACA aliens who are not lawfully present in the United States to be eligible for the resident tuition fee at any University of Hawaii campus under certain conditions. |
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2/1/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
CHANG |
HRE, JDC/WAM |
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SB2009
Voter Registration Shared Information System; Verification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION.
Authorizes election officials to disclose driver's license and state identification information in association with membership in nonprofit organizations for election related purposes. Requires the office of elections to join a voter registration shared information system such as the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC) and share information with counties to encourage voter participation and ensure integrity of voter registration rolls. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
CHANG |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2010
DOE; Public Schools; Public Charter Schools; K-12; Mental Health Professionals; School Counselors; Psychologists; School Psychologists; Social Workers; Report to Legislature; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires each public school and public charter school in the State to employ, or retain under contract, at least one mental health professional for every two hundred fifty students enrolled, subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Education to submit a progress report to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2025. Appropriates funds for the Department of Education to contract for mental health professionals and to establish an unspecified number of full-time equivalent mental health professional positions within the Department of Education. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to EDU/CPN, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Aquino |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
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SB2011 SD2
Housing; County Zoning Districts; Multi-Family Dwelling Units
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Allows the construction of multi-family dwelling units on any lot within certain designated county zoning districts, subject to reasonable standards adopted by each county. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to HSG/WAL/JHA, referral sheet 16 |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
HSG/WAL/JHA |
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SB2012
Department of the Attorney General; Online Privacy Protection for Children; Data Privacy; Data Protection Impact Assessment; Online Services; Hawaii Children's Data Protection Working Group; Report to Legislature
RELATING TO ONLINE PRIVACY FOR CHILDREN.
Requires a business that provides an online service, product, or feature likely to be accessed by children to comply with certain data privacy requirements. Requires a business to complete a data protection impact assessment for any online service, product, or feature likely to be accessed by children and maintain documentation of the assessment as long as the online service, product, or feature is likely to be accessed by children. Requires a business to make a data protection impact assessment available to the Attorney General pursuant to a written request and exempts a data protection impact assessment from public disclosure. Prohibits a business that provides an online service, product, or feature likely to be accessed by children from taking certain proscribed actions. Authorizes the Attorney General to seek an injunction or civil penalty against any business that violates certain provisions. Creates the Hawaii Children's Data Protection Working Group. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
CPN/EET, JDC/WAM |
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SB2013
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Inmates; Detainees; Committed Persons; Medical, Dental, or Mental Health Services or Treatment; Fees Prohibited
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE FEES OF DETAINEES AND COMMITTED PERSONS.
Prohibits the assessment of fees upon inmates for medical, dental, or mental health services or treatment that is provided within a public correctional institution in the State. |
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1/24/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
CHANG |
PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2014
Health; Electronic Smoking Devices; Cartridges; Solutions; Child-Resistant Packaging
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Beginning October 1, 2024, requires that all cartridges for electronic smoking devices and solutions for filling or refilling an electronic smoking device to be in child-resistant packaging. |
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1/26/2024- Re-Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2015
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Housing; RHRF; Government-Owned Housing; Limited Profit Housing Associations; Supportive Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Amends the priority for which moneys in the Rental Housing Revolving Fund are to be used. |
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1/25/2024- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, AQUINO, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
HB1764 |
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SB2016
DOE; School Days; Start Time
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the     -    school year, requires public elementary, middle, and high schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. Requires the Department of Education to adjust state-provided bus and school meal schedules accordingly. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to EDU/LBT, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
HB2574 |
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SB2017 SD1 HD1
Negligent Homicide in the First Degree; Driving Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Child Support
RELATING TO FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF A CHILD AFTER DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
Requires defendants convicted of causing the death of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child or an adult dependent child with disabilities by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of drugs or alcohol to make restitution in the form of financial support to each surviving child of the victim. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
CHANG |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2018
Counties; Housing; Zoning; Less Intensive Use; Downzone Prohibition; Exception
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Prohibits a county from changing the land use designation or zoning of a parcel or parcels of property to a less intensive use or reducing the intensity of land use within an existing zoning district below what was allowed under the general plan or specific land use designation and zoning ordinances in effect on January 1, 2024. Allows a county to change a land use designation or zoning ordinance to a less intensive use if the county concurrently enacts measures to ensure that there is no net loss in residential capacity. |
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3/14/2024- The committee(s) on HSG/WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
HSG/WAL, JHA |
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SB2019
DOE; School Athletics; Student Admissions; Ticketing; Price Schedule
RELATING TO SCHOOL ATHLETICS.
Requires the Department of Education to permit all public high school students with a valid school identification card to attend school athletic events on their home campus free of charge. Requires all public high schools to offer physical ticket sales to each school athletic event without additional fees. Establishes a cap on ticket prices after a certain number of tickets have been sold for each school athletic event. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2020 SD1
Deceptive Trade Practices; Hidden Fees; False Advertising
RELATING TO DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES.
Makes it a deceptive practice to advertise, display, or offer a price for goods or services that does not include all mandatory fees or charges, with certain exceptions. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
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3/13/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2021
HPHA; OHA; Study; Affordable Housing; State-Owned Lands; Mass Transit; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IMPORTANT HOUSING LANDS.
Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to conduct a study identifying certain state-owned lands located within a one-half mile radius of any rail mass transit station, including lands owned by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and excluding lands under the jurisdiction of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, that are most suitable for constructing at least one hundred thousand housing units. Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to conduct the study, or contract services to conduct the study. |
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2/1/2024- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, RHOADS, Moriwaki |
HOU/WTL, WAM |
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SB2022
School Impact Fees; Housing; Exemption
RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.
Exempts certain housing developments from assessments of school impact fees. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
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SB2023
Right-to-Try Act; Terminally Ill Patients; Investigational Drugs; Biological Products
RELATING TO ACCESS TO TREATMENT FOR TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS.
Beginning on January 1, 2025, permits manufacturers of investigational drugs or biological products to make these drugs and products available to terminally ill patients under certain conditions. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
HB2024 |
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SB2024
Affordable Housing; Limited-Profit Housing Associations; Limited-Profit Housing Council
RELATING TO LIMITED-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS.
Establishes an organizational, tax, and regulatory framework for limited-profit housing associations. Establishes the Limited-Profit Housing Council to oversee limited-profit housing associations. |
(S)
1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/EET, CPN/WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HOU/EET, CPN/WAM |
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SB2025
Housing; High-Density Development; State Planning Act; State Land; Counties; Zoning; Elevated Mass Transit System
RELATING TO HOUSING DEVELOPMENT.
Eliminates certain restrictions for developing state-owned real property located within one-half mile radius of any station along the elevated mass transit system. Permits high-density development of state-owned real property located within one-half mile radius of any station along the elevated mass transit system. Prohibits each county from adopting ordinances that restrict housing density on state lands that are within 0.5 miles of an elevated mass transit station. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/PSM/WTL, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HOU/PSM/WTL, JDC |
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SB2026 SD1
Banks; Loans; Housing; Director of Finance; State Treasury Depository
RELATING TO DEPOSITS OF PUBLIC FUNDS.
Requires the Director of Finance to consider, before the selection of a depository for the state treasury, the beneficial effects to the State of using depositories within the State, including but not limited to lending at favorable terms for the creation of certain affordable housing units. Takes effect 7/1/2030. (SD1) |
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2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
CPN/HOU, WAM |
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SB2027 SD1
Housing Development Project; Emergency Shelters; Counties
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Restricts any county from disapproving or imposing certain conditions on the development of a housing development project or emergency shelter unless the county meets certain requirements. (SD1) |
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2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
HOU, WAM/JDC |
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SB2028 SD1
Department of Housing; Establishment; HCDA; HHFDC; OPSD; HPHA; Transfer
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING.
Establishes the Department of Housing. Places the Hawaii Community Development Authority, Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, and Hawaii Public Housing Authority under the Department of Housing for administrative purposes. Replaces the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism with the Director of Housing on the Hawaii Community Development Authority. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, Kidani, Wakai |
HOU/GVO, WAM |
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SB2029 SD2
Housing; Development; Counties; Inclusionary Zoning; Exemption
RELATING TO INCLUSIONARY ZONING.
Prohibits any law, ordinance, or rule from imposing an inclusionary zoning requirement on housing offered exclusively for sale or rent in perpetuity to buyers or renters who are residents of the State, are owner-occupants or renters, and do not own any other real property. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to WAL, HSG, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS |
WAL, HSG, FIN |
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SB2030
State Building Code Council; Building Codes and Standards; Financial Impact Assessment
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Requires the State Building Code Council to assess the financial impact of the adoption of a code or standard on single-family and multi-family homes. Requires the State Building Code Council to also include amortized utility costs when adopting codes or standards. Amends annual reporting requirements for the State Building Code Council to include assessment of costs and determinations of benefit for residents. Takes effect 1/1/2025. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2031
Hawaii State Building Code; State Building Code Council; Prior Publication; Exemption
RELATING TO BUILDING CODES.
Exempts any building code with an official publication date within four years of the previous code publication date from certain adoption requirements. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2032
HHFDC; Counties; Accessory Dwelling Unit Construction Grant Program; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Accessory Dwelling Unit Construction Grant Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to provide funding to private property owners for the construction of accessory dwelling units, including any necessary associated infrastructure, to be used as below-market rental units. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
CHANG (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2033
Excited Delirium; Cause of Death; Incident Report; Law Enforcement Officers; Evidence
RELATING TO EXCITED DELIRIUM.
Prohibits excited delirium from being recognized as a valid medical diagnosis or cause of death in the State. Prohibits a local health officer or local agent of the Department of Health from stating on a certificate of death or in any report that the cause of death was excited delirium. Prohibits law enforcement officers from using the term excited delirium to describe an individual in an incident report. Establishes a new rule of evidence that deems evidence that a person experienced or suffered an excited delirium inadmissible in a civil action. |
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1/24/2024- Re-Referred to HHS/PSM, JDC. |
CHANG (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, JDC |
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SB2034 SD1
HHFDC; HPHA; Affordable Housing; General Obligation Bonds; Issuance; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's and Hawaii Public Housing Authority's projects to develop housing exclusively for qualified residents. (SD1) |
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2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2035 SD1
Land Use Commission; Decision-Making Process; Boundary Amendment
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Specifies that a simple majority of affirmative votes of the members of the Land Use Commission present at a meeting and qualified to vote is required for any boundary amendment. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2036
LRB; Housing Savings Account System; Study; Contract; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING SAVINGS ACCOUNTS.
Directs the Legislative Reference Bureau to propose and conduct a study of a housing savings account system. Authorizes the Legislative Reference Bureau to contract for services to develop the proposed system and program and conduct a study. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/GVO, WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
HOU/GVO, WAM |
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SB2037 SD1
Public Administration; State Holidays; Lunar New Year
RELATING TO STATE HOLIDAYS.
Designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice of every year as the Lunar New Year. Establishes the Lunar New Year as a state holiday. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Fevella |
TCA, WAM |
HB1555 |
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SB2038 SD1
HHFDC; Executive Director; Board of Directors
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to employ an Executive Director to be nominated by the Governor, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. Transfers the duties and powers of the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to the Executive Director. Requires the Board to advise the Executive Director. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA |
HOU/GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2039
Motor Vehicle Rental Industry; License Recovery Fees; Repeal
RELATING TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE RENTAL INDUSTRY.
Repeals vehicle license recovery fees. Takes effect 1/1/2025. |
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2/6/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS |
TCA, CPN |
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SB2040
Landlord-Tenant Code; Children's Health; Habitability; Retaliatory Evictions
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Prohibits landlords from recovering possession of a dwelling unit from tenants if habitability of the premises is significantly impaired. Sets a tenant's liability for rent if habitability of the premises is significantly impaired. Provides remedies for retaliatory evictions. Updates the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code to ensure a basic standard of housing to improve health, education, and achievement outcomes for the most vulnerable of children while minimizing long-term costs to the State. |
(S)
1/17/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
CHANG |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2041
Procurement Code; Competitive Sealed Bidding; Competitive Sealed Proposals; Evaluation; State and County Redevelopment; Housing
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires that in evaluating and determining the award for redevelopment of state or county lands through competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed proposals, the number of housing units proposed in conjunction with project design and financial feasibility shall constitute forty per cent of the evaluation score criteria regardless of whether the development of housing is proposed. Applies to the urban areas of state or county land located within a one-half mile radius of mass transit stops or stations. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to HOU/WTL, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
HOU/WTL, WAM |
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SB2042 SD1
Housing; Counties; Building Permits; Review Time Limits; Code Compliance
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires counties to grant building permits within sixty days if the application is stamped and certified by a licensed engineer and architect and other certain conditions are met. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HOU, JDC |
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SB2043 SD1
HHFDC; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Loan Forgiveness; Prohibition
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Prohibits the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation from forgiving certain loans made from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2044 SD2 HD1
DOTAX; Conveyance Tax; Controlling Interest Transfers; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Infrastructure Programs
RELATING TO THE CONTROLLING INTEREST TRANSFER TAX.
Establishes that the transfer or acquisition of a controlling interest in an entity that owns real property in the State shall be subject to the conveyance tax. Eliminates the dollar cap amounts of conveyance tax collections paid into the Land Conservation Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Deposits ten per cent of conveyance tax collections into the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for purposes of funding infrastructure programs for transit-oriented development. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/18/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO |
HSG, CPC, FIN |
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SB2045 SD1
HHFDC; Housing; RHRF; Low-Income Housing Tax Program; Qualified Allocation Plan Criteria Point System; Rules
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Amends the priority for which moneys in the Rental Housing Revolving Fund are to be used. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to: (1) prioritize the allocation of low-income housing tax credits to certain projects and (2) adopt administrative rules regarding the awarding of: (A) points when evaluating and ranking low-income housing tax credit applications and (B) Rental Housing Revolving Fund moneys to certain housing projects. (SD1) |
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2/13/2024- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
HOU, WAM |
HB1763 |
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SB2046
Family Leave Insurance Program; Family Leave Insurance Benefits; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY LEAVE.
Requires the department of labor and industrial relations to establish and administer a family leave insurance program. Provides family leave insurance benefits and extends the period of family leave to 16 weeks for businesses that employ one or more employees who meet the hourly qualifications. Eliminates the previous threshold of 100 employees for employers to be subject to the family leave law. Appropriates funds. |
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1/17/2024- Referred to LBT/HHS, WAM. |
CHANG |
LBT/HHS, WAM |
HB1658 |
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SB2047
Employment; Paid Sick Leave
RELATING TO PAID SICK LEAVE.
Requires certain employers to provide a minimum amount of paid sick leave to employees to be used to care for themselves or a family member who is ill or needs medical care and supplemental paid sick leave to employees under certain public health emergency conditions. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to LBT/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
CHANG |
LBT/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1659 |
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SB2048
DOH; Emergency Medical Services; Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Health to establish and implement a program to improve and increase support for emergency medical services in the State. Requires the Department of Health to submit reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2049
Prescriptive Authority; Psychologists; Pilot Program; Report
RELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Establishes a five-year pilot program to allow qualified psychologists limited authority to prescribe psychotropic medications to patients under the care of the psychologist at a federally qualified health center. Requires a report to the Legislature. Repeals June 30, 2030. |
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1/29/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, Moriwaki |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2050 SD1
DLNR; Marine Life Conservation Districts; Carrying Capacity Program; Administrative Rules; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and conduct the Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit reports to the Legislature and adopt administrative rules. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Shimabukuro |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2051 SD1
State Council on Developmental Disabilities; Developmental Disabilities; Intellectual Disabilities; Health Disparities; Health Equity; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DISABILITY HEALTH DISPARITY.
Requires the State Council on Developmental Disabilities to collect data and submit to the Legislature a report focused on the health disparities experienced by individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the State prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2026. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2052
Civic Engagement; Educational Outreach and Engagement Program; Resource Teacher; DOE; LRB; PAR; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
Requires the public access room to establish and maintain an outreach and engagement program for primary, secondary, post-secondary, and community education. Requires the department of education and university of Hawaii to assign appropriate staff to coordinate with the public access room for the outreach and engagement program. Establishes two full-time equivalent permanent civic education resource teacher positions. Appropriates funds to the legislative reference bureau for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position to assist in effectuating this requirement. Appropriates funds to the department of education for the expansion of civic education in the public schools. |
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2/12/2024- The recommendation was not adopted. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Ihara |
EDU, WAM |
HB1587 |
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SB2053 SD1
DLNR; Non-Chemical Sunscreen Dispensers; State Beaches; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Appropriates funds for the installation, maintenance, management, and operation of non-chemical sunscreen dispensers on all state beaches. Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to contract or form a partnership with private parties to assist with the maintenance and management of sunscreen dispensers at all state beaches, as well as publicize that the mineral-based sunscreen in these dispensers is more protective of the coral reefs of the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, Elefante, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2054
Hawaii Teacher Standards Board; Hawaii Teacher Apprenticeship Program; Established; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the Hawaii Teacher Apprenticeship Program, to be administered by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board, to support, recruit, develop, and retain teachers for Hawaii's public schools. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Kim |
EDU, WAM |
HB1534 |
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SB2055
University of Hawaii; Community Colleges; Summer Semester; Tuition; Pilot Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Establishes a three-year summer tuition pilot program to provide funding to UH community colleges to offset the costs aligning the resident tuition rates for the summer semester with the resident tuition rates for the spring and fall semesters at the community colleges. Appropriates funds. |
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2/1/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
HB1779 |
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SB2056
Constitutional Amendment; Public Education; Residential Investment Property Surcharge (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLES VIII AND X OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO AUTHORIZE THE LEGISLATURE TO ESTABLISH A SURCHARGE ON RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION.
Proposes amendments to the Hawaii State Constitution to increase funding for public education for the children and adults of Hawaii by authorizing the Legislature to establish, as provided by law, a surcharge on residential investment property valued at $3,000,000 or greater. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU/HRE, JDC/WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
EDU/HRE, JDC/WAM |
HB1537 |
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SB2057 SD1
County of Hawaii; Grant-in-Aid; Beach Restoration; Kahaluu Beach Park; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO BEACH PARK RESTORATION.
Appropriates funds for a grant-in-aid to the County of Hawaii to hire an engineering firm to study, plan, assist, and conduct preliminary design and concept work for a two-phase project to restore the Kahaluu Beach Park in the County of Hawaii. Conditions the appropriations on the County of Hawaii's contribution of matching funds. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WTL, WAM |
HB2143 |
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SB2058 SD1
Neighborhood Boards; Community Outreach Boards; Sunshine Law; Public Meetings; Permitted Interactions
RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS.
Defines "community outreach board" to mean a board established to serve in a community advisory capacity under a county department. Includes community outreach boards under existing provisions of the Sunshine Law regarding neighborhood boards. Authorizes neighborhood board or community outreach board members to attend meetings or presentations related to official board business statewide. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/28/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, Fukunaga |
GVO/PSM, JDC |
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SB2059
Ally's Law; The Restroom Access Act; Retail Establishments; Customer Access to Employee Toilet Facilities; Eligible Medical Condition
RELATING TO ACCESSIBILITY.
Requires a retail establishment with an employee toilet facility to allow a customer suffering from an eligible medical condition to use that restroom during normal business hours, under certain conditions. Exempts a retail establishment and employees from civil liability in allowing an eligible customer to use an employee toilet facility in certain circumstances. Establishes fines. |
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1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2060 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Position; Establishment; Kona Cooperative Extension; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Makes an appropriation to establish one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Educational Support Associate position within the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources' Kona Cooperative Extension. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2061
DOE; School Bus Driver Certification Subsidy Pilot Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER CERTIFICATION SUBSIDY PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes a one-year school bus driver certification subsidy pilot program within the Department of Education. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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2/7/2024- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2062
Counties; County Housing Powers; Housing and Mixed-Use Development Projects
RELATING TO COUNTY HOUSING POWERS.
Expands the housing powers of the counties to include the planning, development, construction, financing, and providing of housing projects, including low- and moderate-income housing and mixed-use developments. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Re-Referred to HOU, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO |
HOU, WAM |
HB1988 |
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SB2063 SD1
Housing; Counties; Approval of Projects; Income Requirements
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Prohibits the legislative body of a county from imposing requirements for residential incomes lower than those adopted or established by the State for housing projects. (SD1) |
(S)
2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
HB1762 |
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SB2064 SD1
HHFDC; Development; Right of First Refusal
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Grants the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation the right of first refusal for the development of property for all development on state lands, excluding the Stadium Development District and lands under the Hawaii Public Housing Authority and Department of Hawaiian Home Land lands, that are within county-designated transit-oriented development zones, or within a one-half mile radius of a proposed or existing transit station if the county has not designated transit-oriented development zones, which shall be triggered by a proposed development or proposed transfer of fee simple or leasehold property interest. Requires state departments or agencies to provide sixty days advance written notice of any approval of a proposed development or proposed transfer of lands. (SD1) |
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2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Keohokalole, San Buenaventura |
HOU/WTL, WAM |
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SB2065 SD1
HHFDC; Hawaii Residential Developers Loan Revolving Fund; Housing; Developers; Credit Enhancement; Loan Guarantees; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Hawaii Residential Developers Loan Revolving Fund to be administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation for the purpose of enhancing credit and guaranteeing and insuring loans made by private financial institutions to developers of residential housing for sale or rent to qualified residents. Authorizes the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds to fund the Hawaii Residential Developers Loan Revolving Fund. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU/CPN, WAM |
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SB2066 SD2 HD2 CD1
HHFDC; Housing Development; Planning Exemptions
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes another means for a housing project to seek an exemption from laws and rules of the State that are developed under various programs of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HSG, JHA |
HB1765 |
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SB2067
Counties; Building Codes; International Accreditation Service; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Requires that each county agency responsible for enforcing its respective building code be accredited by the International Accreditation Service. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2068 SD1
Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Rehabilitation; Housing Units; Expenditure Ceilings; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Makes an appropriation to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority for the rehabilitation, remodeling, renovation, and repair of a certain number of housing units. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/1/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
HB2791 |
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SB2069
DOE; Ka Papahana Kaiapuni; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for the establishment of three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) curriculum specialist II positions and ten full-time equivalent (10.0 FTE) classroom teacher positions for Ka Papahana Kaiapuni schools. |
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2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2070 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOE; Procurement; Exemptions; Career and Technical Education
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Exempts career and technical education goods and services purchases by the Department of Education from the State Procurement Code. Requires the Department of Education to acquire three written quotes for career and technical education purchases that exceed $100,000. Requires awards of over $2,500 for career and technical education purchases to comply with certain statutory provisions regarding offerors. Requires awards of over $500,000 for career and technical education purchases to be approved by the Superintendent of Education. Repeals 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDN/LGO, FIN |
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SB2071
DOE; Mental Health; Social-Emotional Health; Mobile Platforms; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to enhance the Department's mobile platforms that provide student mental health and social-emotional health support. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Ihara, Keohokalole, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2072 SD1 HD1
DOH; DOE; Report; COVID-19; Schools; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act; Personally Identifiable Information
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Health to require the Department of Education to report coronavirus disease 2019 potential outbreaks or other public health emergencies and related information in a manner most appropriate to public health and safety, as determined by the Department of Health. Repeals the requirement to publish the report on the Department of Education's website. Prohibits the Department of Health from requiring the Department of Education to provide personally identifiable information in any report pursuant to the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Authorizes the Department of Education to provide personally identifiable information only after it has determined that a health or safety emergency exists. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
KIDANI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kim, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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SB2073
Counties; Income; Rental Discrimination; Prohibition
RELATING TO HOUSING DISCRIMINATION.
Allows counties to prohibit discrimination against renters based on their source of income. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to HOU, CPN/JDC. |
CHANG |
HOU, CPN/JDC |
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SB2074
Department of Budget and Finance; Housing Savings Account System; Housing Savings Account Board; Employees; Employers
RELATING TO INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNTS.
Establishes the Housing Savings Account System for all employees in the State. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HOU/LBT, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/LBT, WAM |
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SB2075
Insurance; Captive Insurance; Examination Exemption; Insurance Commissioner; Participants; Protected Cells
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires sponsored captive insurance companies to maintain separate protected cells for separate participant contracts. Except for risk retention captive insurance companies, authorizes captive insurance companies to apply for an exemption from examination from the Insurance Commissioner, provided certain conditions are met. Requires protected cells established by sponsored captive insurance companies to be approved by the Insurance Commissioner. Authorizes sponsored captive insurance companies to establish and maintain protected cells to insure risks of parties unaffiliated with a participant under certain circumstances. Requires a participant, through a sponsored captive insurance company, to insure only risks approved by the Insurance Commissioner. |
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1/18/2024- Referred to CPN. |
CHANG |
CPN |
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SB2076
CIP; Ninth Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the ninth senatorial district. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
WAM |
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SB2077 SD1
Housing; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Interim Construction; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes an Interim Construction Subaccount within the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to be used for the interim financing of new construction projects under section 201H-43, HRS, prioritizing projects located on state- or county-owned lands; provided that, for units in for-sale projects, the units shall be made available only to qualified residents. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU, JDC/WAM |
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SB2078 SD1
Trespass; Construction Cranes; Machinery; Airspace; Temporary Use; Affordable Housing
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Permits a contractor, developer, or owner of affordable housing to employ a construction crane or other machinery that temporarily intrudes into a neighboring landowner's airspace, under certain conditions. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG |
HOU, JDC |
HB1987 |
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SB2079 HD1 CD1
Plant and Animal Declaration Form; Electronic
RELATING TO THE IMPORTATION OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS.
Allows the State of Hawaii Plant and Animal Declaration Form to be distributed, completed, and transmitted electronically. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, KIM, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Hashimoto, Inouye |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2080
DLNR; State Parks Special Fund; Division of State Parks; Environmental Protection
RELATING TO THE STATE PARKS SPECIAL FUND.
Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to expend the moneys from the State Parks Special Fund for programs aimed at environmental protection. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
HB1552 |
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SB2081 SD2 HD1
DBEDT; Aerospace and Aeronautics Development Program; HTDC; Position; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Aerospace and Aeronautics Development Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds to establish a position within the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to assist the Corporation's aerospace coordinator. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Poepoe voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Kapela, Perruso voting no (2) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Hashimoto |
ECD, FIN |
HB1959 |
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SB2082
DBEDT; Department of the Attorney General; Hawaii Made Program; Made in Hawaii with Aloha Program; Hawaii-Made Products; Hawaii-Processed Products; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE LABELING OF PRODUCTS.
Merges the Made in Hawaii with Aloha branding program with the Hawaii Made program under the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Specifies that the Department of the Attorney General shall be responsible for enforcement of the program. Repeals the Made in Hawaii with Aloha program. Clarifies that calculations to determine whether a non-perishable good labeled "Hawaii Made" or "made in Hawaii" has met the requirement that at least 51% of the wholesale value of the product is added by production within the State include operating and overhead expenses incurred and spent within the State. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
EET/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2028 |
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SB2083 SD1
DOA; Aquaculture Development Program; Restorative Aquaculture; Feasibility Study; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RESTORATIVE AQUACULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture's Aquaculture Development Program to conduct a feasibility study to identify potential sites in the State for restorative aquaculture activities. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2001 |
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SB2084
DOA; Market Analysis Study; Blue Carbon Ecosystem Projects; Blue Carbon Finance; Report to Legislature; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BLUE CARBON ECOSYSTEM PROJECTS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a market analysis study to identify the optimum mix of private sector, public sector, and philanthropic funding sources and mechanisms needed to support blue carbon ecosystem projects in the State and Pacific region. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Moriwaki |
AEN, WAM |
HB1999 |
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SB2085 SD2 HD1 CD1
Fire Protection; Office of the State Fire Marshal; State Fire Council; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.
Establishes the Office of the State Fire Marshal within the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to be headed by a State Fire Marshal. Exempts the State Fire Marshal from Civil Service Law. Requires the State Fire Council to establish the terms of employment for the State Fire Marshal and appoint the State Fire Marshal to serve for a term of five years. Requires the State Fire Council to report to the Legislature. Makes appropriations. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Hashimoto |
WAL/LGO, FIN |
HB1550 |
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SB2086
Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund; Wildfire Bond Loan Program; Wildfire Reserve Trust Fund; Wildfire Insurance; Property Insurance; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII WILDFIRE RELIEF FUND.
Establishes the Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund. Requires the establishment of a Wildfire Reserve Trust Fund to support the Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund. Authorizes the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to establish a Wildfire Bond Loan Program in conjunction with the Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund. Authorizes the Director of Budget and Finance to issue revenue bonds and general obligation bonds to support the Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1547 |
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SB2087
Insurance Commissioner; Wildfire Risk and Insurance; Study; Report to Legislature
RELATING TO WILDFIRE RISK AND INSURANCE.
Requires the Insurance Commissioner to conduct a study on wildfire risk and insurance and submit a report regarding the study to the Legislature prior to the Regular Session of 2025. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Moriwaki |
CPN, WAM |
HB1549 |
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SB2088 SD1
DLNR; DOT; Wildfires; Prevention and Mitigation; Vegetation Management Programs; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO VEGETATION MANAGEMENT.
Makes appropriations to the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Department of Transportation for vegetation management projects to reduce the risks of wildfires across the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, Elefante, Kidani |
WTL/PSM/TCA, WAM |
HB1548 |
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SB2089
DLNR; CWRM; HIEMA; State Water Code; Reservoirs; Fire Safety; Water Shortage and Emergency; Declaration; Notice
RELATING TO WATER.
Specifies that fire safety use is a beneficial use of fresh water in the State Water Code. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources, in consultation with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, to cooperate with the counties and reservoir owners to develop protocols and agreements for the use of reservoir waters for fire safety purposes. Amends the conditions, manner, and areas in which the Commission on Water Resource Management can declare and provide notice of water shortages and emergencies. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
WTL/PSM, JDC |
HB1551 |
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SB2090
Fire Prevention and Fire Safety System; Condominium Association; Maintenance Fee Increase; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAX CREDITS.
Establishes a tax credit for certain owners of a condominium whose association is increasing maintenance fees to comply with a county ordinance requiring an automatic fire sprinkler system or alternative fire prevention and fire safety system. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, RICHARDS, Kidani, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
CPN, WAM |
HB1532 |
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SB2091 SD2
PUC; Wildfires; Deenergizing Electrical Lines; Notification; Telecommunications; Electric Utilities; Mitigation Plan; Rulemaking
RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Requires all telecommunications service providers to communicate relevant information relating to the deenergization of electrical lines to public safety or emergency response offices for the affected areas. Requires all electric utilities to operate electrical lines and equipment in a manner that shall minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfire posed by the electrical lines and equipment. Requires each electric utility to prepare a wildfire mitigation plan approved by the Public Utilities Commission and protocols for deenergizing electrical lines. Allows the Public Utilities Commission to adopt rules. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to EEP/WAL, CPC, referral sheet 16 |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga |
EEP/WAL, CPC |
HB1679 |
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SB2092 SD2
PUC; Electric Utility Companies; Residential Property Wildfire Mitigation; Benefits Program
RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to direct each electric utility company in the State to file proposals for programs to provide certain benefits to residential property owners in fire-prone areas that install electric infrastructure improvements to reduce or eliminate the impacts of wildfires on their residential properties or purchase emergency equipment or supplies for use in deenergization events. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to EEP/WAL, CPC, referral sheet 16 |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
EEP/WAL, CPC |
HB1680 |
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SB2093
DLE; Illegal Fireworks; Task Force; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Establishes jurisdiction for the Department of Law Enforcement over enforcement of chapter 132D, HRS, relating to illegal fireworks. Establishes provisions for police and fire officers to enter premises and for the Director of Law Enforcement to inspect premises. Requires license and permit holders to maintain records and report instances of illegality in relation to fireworks. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Moriwaki |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB2193 |
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SB2094 SD1 HD1
DCR; Pilot Program; Women Inmates; Pets; Foster Animals; Report; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) to establish a one-year pilot program to allow inmates incarcerated at the Women's Community Correctional Center to foster pets while incarcerated. Requires DCR to submit a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
CMV/JHA, FIN |
HB2226 |
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SB2095
Veterans Rights and Benefits; Advising; Prohibitions
RELATING TO VETERANS RIGHTS AND BENEFITS.
Prohibits persons from receiving compensation for advising or assisting with veterans benefits. |
(S)
1/22/2024- The committee(s) on HHS/PSM deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 01-24-24 3:00PM; CR 225 & Videoconference. |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB2225 |
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SB2096
Liquor Tax; Cooler Beverages; Small Brewer Tax
RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR.
Includes certain spirts-based beverages in the definition of cooler beverage. Establishes a separate tax rate for qualified small brewers. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2097 SD1
PUC; Deregulation; Motor Carrier Law; Task Force; Report
RELATING TO MOTOR CARRIERS.
Establishes a task force to study the regulation of motor carriers in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, KIDANI |
TCA, CPN |
HB1681 |
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SB2098
DOE; Aquatic Safety Education; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to contract with a qualified nonprofit organization to establish an aquatic safety education program for elementary school students and to establish one full-time equivalent position (1.0 FTE) to administer the program. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, RICHARDS |
EDU, WAM |
HB2623 |
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SB2099
School Zones; Loitering; Obstructing
RELATING TO SCHOOL ZONES.
Prohibits loitering at schools and public property within 200 feet of a school. Prohibits obstructing a building, walkway, public passage, road, highway, sidewalk, or structure of a school or a public property within 200 feet of a school. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU, JDC. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
EDU, JDC |
HB1524 |
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SB2100
Credit History; Credit Score; Creditworthiness; Discrimination; Housing; Employment
RELATING TO DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES.
Prohibits landlords from discriminating against a potential tenant based on the tenant's credit history, credit score, or creditworthiness. Expands prohibition on employers from discriminating against an individual in compensation or in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of the individual's credit history or credit report. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
WAKAI |
CPN/LBT, JDC |
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SB2101 SD1
DOH; Waste Combustion Facilities; Pollution; Air Contaminants; Public Health; Reports; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires waste combustion facility owners to implement continuous monitoring and sampling technologies for the purposes of collecting data regarding emissions. Establishes a publicly available website hosted by the Department of Health that will track and display data collected on emissions. Requires the DOH to adjust permit limits for air contaminants based on emissions data collected. Requires reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2796 |
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SB2102
Electricity Rates; Climate Warming; Biomass; Greenhouse Emissions; Renewable Energy
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Eliminates biomass from the renewable portfolio standard definition of "renewable energy". |
(S)
1/30/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB2786 |
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SB2103 SD1
DOA; Roasted Coffee; False Labeling; Fines; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Expands the criminal offense of false labeling of Hawaii-grown coffee to include roasted coffee. Imposes a $10,000 fine for each separate offense of false-labeling of Hawaii-grown roasted coffee. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation for 1.0 FTE enforcement position within the Department of Agriculture. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, WAKAI, Elefante, Fukunaga, Kim |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2613 |
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SB2104
DOH; Water Catchment Systems; Business Activity Water Catchment System Working Group; Report
RELATING TO WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS.
Establishes a Business Activity Water Catchment System Working Group within the Department of Health to assess the feasibility of allowing business owners in the State to utilize filtered water collected by water catchment systems for business activities. Requires the Business Activity Water Catchment System Working Group to report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2026 and dissolve on June 30, 2026. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2105
UH; COFA Nations; COFA Residents; Refugees; Special Immigrant Visa Holders; Resident Tuition Fee; Exemption
RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Authorizes students who are individuals from a COFA nation, refugees, or special immigrant visa holders to qualify for the resident tuition fee within the University of Hawaii system, under certain conditions. |
(S)
2/1/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, WAKAI |
HRE, JDC/WAM |
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SB2106 SD2
DOH; Economic Development; Access to Local Value-Added Products Act; Homemade Food Operations; Registration; Rules
RELATING TO VALUE-ADDED PRODUCTION.
Establishes the Access to Local Value-Added Products Act to allow homemade food operations to sell homemade food products, under certain conditions, upon registering with the Department of Health. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to AGR, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kim, Wakai |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
HB2144 |
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SB2107 SD1
Attorney General; Department of the Attorney General; Investigations; Conflict of Interest; Special Counsel; Appointment
RELATING TO SPECIAL COUNSEL.
Allows the Attorney General to appoint a special counsel to assume the Attorney General's powers and responsibilities over an investigation of a person or matter when the investigation or prosecution of, or any other legal or administrative action against the person or matter by the Department of the Attorney General, may present a conflict of interest. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Elefante, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2108 SD1
DOTAX; Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit; Condominium Associations; Credit Transfers
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY TAX CREDITS.
Allows a condominium association that claims a Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit under section 235-12.5, HRS, to transfer the credit, or a portion thereof, to another individual or corporate taxpayer that is not related to the condominium association. Requires the Director of the Department of Taxation to prepare forms necessary for the transfer of Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credits. Provides that condominium association unit owners shall not be entitled to any apportionment or distribution of a transferred Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit when a condominium association transfers the tax credit. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2109 SD1
Unlawful Shipment of Tobacco Products; Exemption; Large Cigars; Pipe Tobacco; Online Orders
RELATING TO UNLAWFUL SHIPMENT OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Until 6/30/2025, exempts from the offense of unlawful shipment of tobacco products the shipments of large cigars and pipe tobacco sold to a consumer in the State through the Internet under certain circumstances. Defines "pipe tobacco". Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Awa, Kim, Wakai |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2110
DBEDT; Tax Credit for Research Activities; Requirements; Survey; Certification; Caps
RELATING TO THE TAX CREDIT FOR RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.
Adds a cap for the amount of tax credits for research activities that an eligible taxpayer and the taxpayer's related entities may receive per taxable year. Requires a qualified high technology business to be registered to do business in the State and be a small business in order to be eligible for the tax credit. Consolidates the survey and certification requirements for tax credits for research activities. Amends the annual aggregate cap on tax credits for research activities that the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism may certify. Requires certification of the tax credits for research activities on a first-come, first served basis to be based on the date that a complete application is received, subject to certain conditions. Extends from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2030, the sunset date for tax credits for research activities. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
EET, WAM |
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SB2111 SD1
Counties; Delinquent Motor Vehicle Taxes and Penalties; Five-Year Limit; Ownership Transfer
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Under certain conditions, limits the payment of any delinquent tax and penalty required by the Director of Finance of a county as a condition precedent to the transfer of ownership of a vehicle to the aggregate amount of delinquent taxes and penalties accumulated by the previous registered owner over the preceding five-year period. Establishes a fine of not more than $5,000 for a person that transfers ownership of a vehicle and thereafter reobtains ownership by subsequent transfer for the primary purpose of evading delinquent taxes and penalties. Requires the respective counties to amend any applicable ordinances. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TCA, JDC/WAM |
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SB2112 HD1
Installment Lender; Division of Financial Institutions; Interest Rates
RELATING TO INSTALLMENT LOANS.
Amends the definition of "installment lender" to clarify that the law is not intended to eliminate the ability of lenders to make low interest rate loans under the interest and usury law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2113 SD1
HTDC; Hawaii Small Business Innovation Research Program; Manufacturing Assistance Grant Program; Accelerator Grant Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Makes appropriations to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation for its manufacturing assistance programs. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Gabbard |
EET, WAM |
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SB2114
DOE; Feral Animals; Feeding; Prohibition; Fines
RELATING TO FERAL ANIMALS.
Prohibits the feeding of feral animals within a certain distance from Department of Education public school campuses. Establishes fines. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDU, JDC |
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SB2115
Elections; Ballots; Ballot Questions; Recount
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Specifies that a recount of all ballots cast for any election shall occur if the official tabulation of all of the returns for that office or ballot question reveals that there is a difference equal to or less than one hundred votes, one-quarter of one per cent of the total number of ballots cast for the contest, or the margin of error for the tabulation method utilized, whichever is greater. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
JDC |
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SB2116 SD1
Hybrid Meetings; Interactive Conference Technology; In-Person and Remote Participation; Live Broadcast; Boards and Commissions
RELATING TO BOARD MEETINGS.
Requires boards to hold hybrid meetings that that allow for participation both in-person and remotely by interactive conference technology. Requires boards to archive minutes and video of meetings on their websites. Takes effect 1/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2117
Preceptors; Income Tax; Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit; Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PRECEPTORS.
Amends the definition of "preceptor" to include physician assistants, registered dietitians, and social workers. Amends the definition of "volunteer-based supervised clinical training rotation" to clarify that preceptors may be compensated for the provision of standard clinical services during supervised clinical trainings. Amends the definition of "eligible student" to include physician assistants, registered dietitians, and social work students. Includes the Director of Health as a member of the Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee. |
(S)
2/2/2024- Re-Referred to HHS, CPN/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB2118
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Products; Delivery; Vehicles; COVID-19
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Authorizes the Department of Health to approve in-vehicle receipt of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products on the premises of dispensaries subject to Administrative Rules adopted by the Department of Health. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, JDC |
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SB2119 HD1 CD1
Pharmacies; Out-of-State Prescriptions; Transfer; Initial Fill
RELATING TO OUT-OF-STATE PRESCRIPTIONS.
Authorizes out-of-state pharmacies to transfer prescription information for the initial fill of an out-of-state prescription in the State. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
CPC |
HB1825 |
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SB2120 SD2
Pet Sales; Pet Animals; Documentation; Animal Control; Consumer Protection
RELATING TO PET SALES.
Requires retail pet stores to maintain records regarding the source and medical history of animals sold and provide records to pet purchasers, subject to the discretion of the retail pet store. Establishes penalties. Authorizes retail pet stores to showcase pet animals owned by a nonprofit animal welfare organization. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/8/2024- Re-referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 18 |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AGR, JHA |
HB1682 |
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SB2121 SD1
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Division of Financial Institutions; Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund; Mortgage Loan Originator Licensee
RELATING TO THE MORTGAGE LOAN RECOVERY FUND.
Authorizes consumers aggrieved by the conduct of a mortgage loan originator licensee to recover from the Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund. Allows for excess moneys in the Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund to be used for certain training and educational purposes. Increases to $150,000 the restitution available to consumers from the Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2122 SD1 HD1
Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standards; Extension; Update; PUC
RELATING TO ENERGY-EFFICIENCY PORTFOLIO STANDARDS.
Extends the State's energy efficiency portfolio standards from 2030 to 2045. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish interim goals, and clarifies procedures. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/18/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 759). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Moriwaki |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
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SB2123 SD1
Health; Certificate of Need Program; Psychiatric Services; Chronic Renal Dialysis; Exemption
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Exempts psychiatric services and chronic renal dialysis services from certificate of need requirements. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2124
Civil Asset Forfeiture; Property Forfeiture
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Restricts civil asset forfeiture to cases involving the commission of a felony offense where the property owner has been convicted of an underlying felony offense. Directs forfeiture proceeds to the general fund. Amends the allowable expenses for moneys in the Criminal Forfeiture Fund. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules necessary to carry out the purpose of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Amends the deadline for the Attorney General to report to the Legislature on the use of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Limits the transfer of certain forfeiture property to federal agencies. Establishes records requirements. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, Kim |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2125
Attachment and Execution of Property; Exemptions
RELATING TO ATTACHMENT AND EXECUTION.
Increases the amount of interest in real property that is exempt from attachment and execution. Amends the value of personal property that is exempt from attachment and execution, including increasing the exemption amount for a motor vehicle. Exempts from attachment and execution, an amount equivalent to one month of child support or $5,000, whichever is less, and one month of spousal support or $5,000, whichever is less. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2126 SD1
Security Deposit Alternatives; Rental Security Insurance; Surety Bond; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code
RELATING TO SECURITY DEPOSITS.
Requires a landlord to accept either rental security insurance or a surety bond in lieu of a traditional security deposit, upon a tenant's request. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPC, JHA |
HB2512 |
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SB2127 SD2
Rental Application Screening Fee; Criminal Background Check; Credit Report
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Prohibits a landlord or the landlord's agent from charging an application fee for a criminal background check or credit report if an applicant provides a copy of a criminal background check or credit report that has not been falsely altered or makes a comprehensive reusable tenant report available to the landlord or the landlord's agent. Requires a landlord or the landlord's agent to provide, upon request, a copy of an applicant's criminal background check or credit report. Establishes penalties for providing a falsely altered copy of a background check or credit report. Defines "falsely altered". Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPC, FIN |
HB2085 |
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SB2128
Condominiums; Planned Community Associations; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Deannexation; Unit Owner; Association
RELATING TO DEANNEXATION OF REAL PROPERTY.
Requires condominium homeowner associations to include in their bylaws an option for a unit owner to opt-out of a condominium. Establishes a procedure for a unit owner of a condominium, planned community association, or cooperative housing corporation to opt-out of their respective private community. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to CPN. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPN |
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SB2129 SD2
State Historic Preservation Program; Historic Property
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Expands the definition of "historic property" for purposes of the Historic Preservation Program. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB1901 |
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SB2130
B&F; Uniform Unclaimed Property Act; Mandatory Notification; Financial Organization
RELATING TO UNCLAIMED PROPERTY.
Before filing a report of abandoned property with the Department of Budget and Finance, requires a financial organization to provide to each person listed on the organization's records as potentially having an interest in the property notice that the financial organization has the property and that custody of the property will transfer to the State if the property is not claimed. Requires notice to be given to all persons listed in the financial organization's records, regardless of whether the person is an apparent owner of the property. |
(S)
2/16/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPN |
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SB2131
World Peace Day; State Holiday
RELATING TO WORLD PEACE DAY.
Designates World Peace Day as a state holiday in place of Good Friday. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to TCA, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Ihara, Moriwaki, Wakai |
TCA, WAM |
HB1780 |
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SB2132 SD1 HD1 CD1
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Remedies; Health or Safety Violations; Deadline
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Amends the deadline related to the repair of conditions that constitute health or safety violations. Increases the amount deducted from a tenant's rent for the tenant's actual expenditures to correct health or safety violations and defective conditions. Takes effect 11/1/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2133 HD1 CD1
HHFDC; Bonds; Infrastructure; Regional State Infrastructure Projects; Regional Infrastructure Subaccounts
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to issue bonds for housing project infrastructure and finance the development of regional state infrastructure projects. Exempts bonds issued by HHFDC for improvements by assessments, and the interest thereon, from state, county, and municipal taxation, with certain exceptions. Includes proceeds from bonds issued for regional state infrastructure projects as a source of revenue for regional state infrastructure subaccounts. Authorizes the cost of providing regional infrastructure improvements to be assessed against housing and mixed-use transit-oriented development projects specifically benefiting from the improvements when a regional infrastructure improvement project is undertaken by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Authorizes regional state infrastructure subaccount revenues to be used to repay regional state infrastructure project bond holders. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Keohokalole, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
HB1761 |
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SB2134
CIP; 16th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SIXTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 16th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE |
WAM |
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SB2135
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Eligibility; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Expands eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to include any individual or household whose monthly income is equal to or less than three hundred per cent of the federal poverty level. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO |
HHS, WAM |
HB1661 |
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SB2136
Fees; Medical Records; Social Security Disability Benefits; Requests; Medical Provider
RELATING TO MEDICAL RECORDS.
Establishes fees that medical providers may charge for medical records and imposes civil penalties. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2137
Disability; Driving Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Child Support
RELATING TO DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
Requires defendants convicted of causing the death or disability of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child by the operation of a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant to make restitution in the form of financial support to each child of the victim. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
JDC |
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SB2138
Elections; Voting; Ratification of Constitutional Amendment; Negative Votes
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Requires that each vote cast for a question on a ballot for the ratification of a constitutional amendment be counted in the negative only if the ballot properly indicates that the vote is in the negative. |
(S)
1/25/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC |
HB1605 |
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SB2139 SD1
OIP; Public Records; Nationally Declared Disasters; Duplications; Costs; Disclosures; Public Interest; Waivers
RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS.
Establishes provisions regarding the fees and other costs charged to reproduce certain government documents during a nationally declared disaster. Requires the Office of Information Practices to adopt certain rules regarding the fees and other charges that may be imposed for searching, reviewing, or segregating disclosable records during a nationally declared disaster. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
HB1610 |
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SB2140
Consumer Protection; Transient Accommodations; Booking Transactions; Drip Pricing; Disclosures; Junk Fees
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits any person from charging any fees on a transient accommodation or resort time share vacation interest, plan, or unit that were not disclosed before the time of purchase. Requires a person to clearly and conspicuously display in each advertisement for a transient accommodation or resort time share vacation interest, plan, or unit a rate or price that includes all fees to be charged at the time of purchase. Requires any taxes and fees that are displayed as a percentage of the cost on a booking transaction also be displayed as a dollar amount at the time of purchase. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to EET, CPN/JDC. |
RHOADS, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
EET, CPN/JDC |
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SB2141 SD1
Homeland Security and Resiliency Council; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC GRID RESILIENCY.
Establishes a Homeland Security and Resiliency Council to assess the resilience of the State's electric grid and other critical infrastructure to natural disasters and other emergencies and make recommendations. Requires the Council to report to Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO |
PSM/WTL, CPN/WAM |
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SB2142
OPSD; Wildfire Mitigation Working Group; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRE MITIGATION.
Establishes the Wildfire Mitigation Working Group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to provide administrative support to the working group. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Moriwaki, Wakai |
PSM/WTL, WAM |
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SB2143 SD1 HD1
DLNR; DOFAW; Wildfire Management Branch; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds to the Wildfire Management Branch of the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Forestry and Wildlife to provide nonprofit organizations with grants for wildfire preparedness and mitigation programming. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 684). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, Ihara, Moriwaki |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2144
State Fire Marshal; Office of the State Fire Marshal; Establishment; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.
Establishes the position and the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Establishes the duties of the State Fire Marshal. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
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SB2145 SD1
Fire Code; Fire Enforcement; Reports
RELATING TO FIRE CODE.
Requires the counties to submit annual reports on fire code enforcement updates and fire mitigation planning to the Legislature. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, Elefante, Moriwaki, Wakai |
PSM/WTL, WAM |
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SB2146
Commission on Water Resource Management; Water Shortage and Emergency; Declaration; Notice
RELATING TO DECLARATION OF WATER SHORTAGE AND EMERGENCY.
Amends the conditions, manner, and areas in which the Commission on Water Resource Management of the Department of Land and Natural Resources can declare and provide notice of water shortages and emergencies. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2147 SD1
Department of Health; Reuse Zones; Recycled Water; R-1 Water; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REUSE ZONES.
Beginning 1/1/2026, requires nonpotable water users and developers of real property adjacent to or within reach of existing suitable infrastructure connected to a wastewater recycling facility that treats wastewater to R-1 standards to use R-1 water. Establishes positions. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2148
Aquaculture; Aquarium Fish Permit; Aquaculture Research
RELATING TO AQUARIUM FISH PERMITS.
Exempts persons engaging in aquaculture research from the aquarium fish permit requirement. |
(S)
1/31/2024- The recommendation was not adopted. |
INOUYE, CHANG, Moriwaki, Wakai |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
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SB2149 SD1
DLNR; Aquaculture Permit; Commercial License; Aquatic Research; DAR; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PERMITS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to approve or deny an application related to aquaculture within 90 days from the date that it was submitted. Establishes two full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) positions within the Division of Aquatic Resources to support the permit review process. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2150
DOH; Shellfish Sanitation; Shellfish Growing Areas; Classifications; Rules
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Requires the Department of Health to amend its shellfish sanitation administrative rules based on the United States Department of Agriculture's 2019 National Shellfish Sanitation Program model ordinance. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
HHS/AEN, JDC |
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SB2151 SD1
BLNR; DLNR; Revocable Permit; Permit Renewal; Permissible Actions
RELATING TO REVOCABLE PERMITS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to obtain approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources before taking any action on a revocable permit. Prohibits tenant eviction in the year of renewal or during the renewed year. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2152 SD1
DLNR; BLNR; Land Division; Public Land Leases; Revocable Permits; Powers
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Limits the discretion of the Land Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources by requiring the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve all revoked, limited, condemned, removed, or modified public land leases or revocable permits. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO, Chang |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2153 SD1
BLNR; Lease Extensions; Hilo Community Economic District
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to utilize the current taxed assessed value for lease extensions. Requires all applications to the Board of Land and Natural Resources for an extension of fixed rental periods or lease terms to be made within 180 days and confirm lease extensions. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE, Chang |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2154
DOA; DLNR; Non-Agricultural Park Lands; Transfer; Easements
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.
Before the transfer of non-agricultural park lands, authorizes the Department of Agriculture to request information from the Department of Land and Natural Resources related to the establishment of necessary and reasonable easements upon the lands. Amends legislative findings regarding non-agricultural park lands. Requires the Department of Agriculture to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Requires the Department of Agriculture, prior to offering a lease, to inquire with the Department of Land and Natural Resources regarding any easements required for access to landlocked forest reserves or other assets on the lands subject to the lease. Continue to require the lessee to maintain a conservation plan. Requires approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and the Board of Agriculture before removing pasture lands for reforestation, or other public purposes. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN, JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, Chang, Fukunaga, Hashimoto |
WTL/AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB2753 |
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SB2155 SD1
DOA; State-Owned Land; Agricultural Land Use Potential; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND USE POTENTIAL.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to: (1) identify and evaluate each parcel of certain state-owned lands; and (2) contract a third-party entity to compile a report evaluating the agricultural land use potential of each parcel of state-owned lands greater than five acres, excluding commercial, residential, and department of education lands. Requires a report. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
HB2638 |
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SB2156 SD2 HD1
DLNR; Maintenance Dredging; Port Infrastructure; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO PORT INFRASTRUCTURE.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct maintenance dredging at state small boat harbors, boat launch ramp facilities, and waterways. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
INOUYE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2157
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Rental Kayaks; Registration; Identification Numbers; Fees
RELATING TO VESSELS.
Beginning 1/1/2025, requires rental kayaks to be registered and numbered with the Department of Land and Natural Resources and have the identification number affixed to the rental kayak. Requires the Department to establish fees for registration and registration renewal of rental kayaks. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Wakai |
WTL, CPN/WAM |
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SB2158
Harassment; Fishers
RELATING TO FISHING SAFETY.
Prohibits purposeful harassment with the intent to prevent the taking of fish by persons who are fishing in state waters. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
INOUYE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2159 SD2 HD1
HDOA; OPSD; State Agriculture Functional Plan; Aquaculture Report
RELATING TO FOOD SUSTAINABILITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture, in coordination with the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, to prepare a report on freshwater and saltwater aquatic organisms regarding their agricultural and economic impact on the State's food self-sufficiency. Requires the Governor to submit a report on the impacts of freshwater and saltwater aquatic organisms to the Legislature prior to the Regular Session of 2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 04-26-24 5:30PM in conference room 325. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, Kim |
AGR/WAL, FIN |
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SB2160
Sustainable Food Systems Working Group; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Plan; Report; Statewide Sustainability Program; Sustainability Specialists; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Sustainable Food Systems Working Group within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to develop a plan for a more sustainable, resilient local food economy and to report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to establish the working group, develop the plan, and fund an unspecified number of sustainability specialist positions within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development's Statewide Sustainability Program. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
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SB2161
Environmental Review; Wells; Department of Agriculture; Leased Lands; Food Production; Exemption
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS.
Exempts the proposed drilling, construction, or use of a well and well appurtenances on lands leased from the Department of Agriculture from environmental review requirements, provided that the land is being used to support agriculture and food production. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL, JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, Kim, Wakai |
AEN/WTL, JDC |
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SB2162 SD1
DLNR; Conservation and Resources Enforcement Program; Accreditation
RELATING TO THE CONSERVATION AND RESOURCES ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to pursue and obtain accreditation for the Conservation and Resources Enforcement Program from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
WTL/PSM, WAM |
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SB2163
DLNR; Green Jobs Youth Corps; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE GREEN JOBS YOUTH CORPS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for the continuation of the Green Jobs Youth Corps. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2164
DLNR; Conservation Mitigation Banks
RELATING TO CONSERVATION MITIGATION BANKS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and operate conservation mitigation banks to restore, create, enhance, or preserve conservation habitats or resources as compensatory mitigation. Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to contract a third-party administrator for the operation of the mitigation banks. Clarifies the sale of credits involved in conservation mitigation banking. Defines "conservation mitigation bank". |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN, WAM/JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
WTL/AEN, WAM/JDC |
HB2711 |
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SB2165 SD1
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; Inventory; Burial Sites; Historic Properties; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to inventory historic properties and burial sites in the State, collect data on burial site locations, and conduct an archaeological surface survey. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Moriwaki |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
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SB2166
DLNR; Visitor Impact Special Fund; Establishment; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A VISITOR IMPACT SPECIAL FUND.
Establishes the Visitor Impact Special Fund to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds for the Visitor Impact Special Fund and establishment of positions to develop the Visitor Impact Special Fund. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/EET, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Moriwaki |
WTL/EET, WAM |
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SB2167 SD1
DLNR; Climate Change; Natural Resources; Protection; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION.
Appropriates additional operational funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to protect, manage, and restore Hawaii's natural resources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2168
State Fire Council; Counties; Search and Rescue; Costs; Mandatory Reimbursement; Ordinances; Rules
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Makes a person or entity liable for all or a portion of search or rescue expenses when the person or entity knowingly enters state, county, or private property, knowingly enters a hiking trail that is closed to the public, or violates applicable laws, provided that the closure is posted by sign, barricade, or other device that gives reasonable notice of the closure. Requires counties to adopt ordinances and the State Fire Council to adopt rules as necessary to pursue reimbursements. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WTL/PSM, JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Fukunaga, Kim |
WTL/PSM, JDC |
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SB2169
General Excise Tax; Medical and Dental Services; Exemption; Medicare; Medicaid; TRICARE
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts medical and dental services provided by health care providers to patients who receive Medicaid, Medicare, or TRICARE benefits from the general excise tax. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM/CPN. |
INOUYE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga |
HHS, WAM/CPN |
HB2627 |
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SB2170 SD1 HD2
Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii; Combat Sports; Contests; Framework; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.
Establishes a new regulatory framework for combat sports contests in Hawaii by establishing the Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii and repealing existing law governing mixed martial arts contests in Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/11/2024- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 673). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Aquino, Shimabukuro |
CPC, FIN |
HB2639 |
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SB2171
General Excise Tax; Exemption; Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Provides a general excise tax exemption on gross proceeds received from the construction, sale, or installation of electrical vehicle charging infrastructure in certain circumstances. Repeals on 1/1/2030. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EET/TCA, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO |
EET/TCA, WAM |
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SB2172 SD1
Boards; Commissions; Absence of Chairperson; Assumption of Duties; Prohibition
RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
Prohibits staff members from assuming the authority and duties of the chairperson of a board or commission. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- The committee(s) on LGO recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kim |
LGO, JHA |
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SB2173
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Electronic Media Transmission
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Removes the ability for a Mayor or the Governor to suspend electronic media transmission during a state of emergency. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki, Wakai |
PSM, JDC |
HB2581 |
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SB2174
HDOA; Meat and Poultry Inspection Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEAT AND POULTRY INSPECTION.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish, implement, and administer a Meat and Poultry Inspection Program and annually report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for the establishment, implementation, and administration of the Meat and Poultry Inspection Program. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN/CPN, WAM |
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SB2175
Land Use Commission; Counties; Reclassification; District Boundary; Amendment; Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the counties to reclassify up to one hundred acres of land areas in certain rural, urban, and agricultural districts; provided that at least seventy-five per cent of the housing units on the land sought to be reclassified are set aside for persons and families with incomes at or below one hundred per cent of the area median income. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2176
Landowner Liability; Recreational Uses of Land
RELATING TO TORT LIABILITY.
Clarifies that persons or minors that enter private property with or without charge by a landowner for recreational purposes have no cause of action, unless exempted under law. Requires a court to award attorneys' fees and costs to landowners if plaintiffs bring unreasonable claims. Establishes as a matter of law, persons or minors participating in outdoor recreational activities accept the inherent dangers in the activities. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The recommendation was not adopted. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, Kim |
WTL, JDC |
HB2533 |
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SB2177
Charter Schools; Contract Renewal
RELATING TO SCHOOLS.
Lengthens the contracts for charter schools from five years to ten years. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, SHIMABUKURO |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2178 SD1
Privately-Owned Roadways; Fuel Tax; State Tax
RELATING TO ROADS.
Allows for a percentage of general excise and fuel taxes generated by the counties to be used for the maintenance of private roadways that are open to the public. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, Kim |
TCA, WAM |
HB2673 |
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SB2179
DOT; Executive Office on Aging; Mobility Management Task Force; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO IMPLEMENT THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE ON MOBILITY MANAGEMENT ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO ACT 214, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2013.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation to implement the recommendations of the statewide Mobility Management Task Force established pursuant to Act 214, Session Laws of Hawaii 2013, in consultation with the Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Executive Office on Aging and other stakeholder groups. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to TCA/HHS, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga, Moriwaki |
TCA/HHS, WAM |
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SB2180 SD1
DHS; Chore Services; Assessment; Program Requirements; Report
RELATING TO CHORE SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Human Services' program requirements for chore services to include an assessment of whether the applicant has a family member who is available and capable of providing necessary chore services for the applicant. Requires the Department of Human Services to improve access for disabled persons seeking chore services by taking certain actions and submitting a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, AQUINO, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB2181 SD1
Court Interpreters; Hourly fees; Mileage Reimbursement Rate; Commuter Compensation Rate; Judiciary; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COURT INTERPRETERS.
Requires the Judiciary to increase the hourly fees, mileage reimbursement rate, and commuter-time compensation rate for court interpreters. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Elefante, Fukunaga |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2182 HD1 CD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Ocean Stewardship User Fee; Ocean Stewardship Special Fund; Extension of Sunset Date
RELATING TO OCEAN STEWARDSHIP.
Amends the persons required to collect the Ocean Stewardship User Fee. Extends the sunset date of the Ocean Stewardship Special Fund to 1/1/2031. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2183 SD1
Beach Restoration; Activities; Board of Land and Natural Resources
RELATING TO RESTORATION OF BEACH LANDS.
Amends the definition of "beach restoration" used in laws governing the Board of Land and Natural Resources' powers to engage in beach restoration to include activities undertaken to improve eroded beaches and degraded dune systems and to remove abandoned and remnant manmade materials that pose a risk to the health of the public and ecosystem. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI |
WTL, WAM |
HB1546 |
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SB2184 SD1
Adaptation Pathways; Adaptation Planning for Residential and Resort Shoreline Development; Sea Level Rise Exposure Area; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ADAPTATION PATHWAYS PLANNING.
Expands the authority of the State and counties to develop adaptation pathways plans to modify and relocate infrastructure away from critically threatened areas to locations outside sea level rise and coastal flooding exposure areas. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
HB1545 |
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SB2185
DHS; Child Support; Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program; Employer; Fines; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD SUPPORT.
Requires certain amounts of child support moneys collected by the Department of Human Services for public assistance of a child to pass through to the family receiving public assistance. Requires the Department of Human Services to disregard passed-through child support payments when calculating the income of an applicant for or recipient of public assistance. Increases the maximum fine for an employer who discharges from employment, refuses to employ, or takes disciplinary action against a noncustodial parent subject to income withholding or who fails to comply with an order of assignment of future income to pay child support. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS/JDC, WAM. |
INOUYE |
HHS/JDC, WAM |
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SB2186 SD1
Health Care Workers; Assault; Terroristic Threatening; Penalties
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKERS.
Establishes heightened penalties for the assault and terroristic threatening of health care workers. Clarifies the definition of "terroristic threatening" to include the methods of contact. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/28/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Kanuha, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, JDC |
HB2283 |
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SB2187 SD1
UH; Center for Labor Education and Research; Labor Education Advisory Council
RELATING TO THE LABOR EDUCATION ADVISORY COUNCIL.
Specifies that the Labor Education Advisory Council shall be advisory to the President of the University of Hawaii on all activities and programs of the Center for Labor Education and Research. Requires written responses addressing the Council's advice and adoption of resolutions by the President and Chancellor of the University of Hawaii, West Oahu campus. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Shimabukuro |
HRE, WAM |
HB1588 |
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SB2188
Unemployment Benefits; Striking Workers; Eligibility
RELATING TO UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.
Allows striking workers to be eligible for unemployment benefits. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
LBT, WAM/JDC |
HB1785 |
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SB2189
Health Care Workers; Acts of Violence; Report; Law Enforcement; Temporary Restraining Orders
RELATING TO WORKPLACE SAFETY.
Allows a person who employs or contracts with a health care worker who suffers an act of violence to report the event to law enforcement and petition for a temporary restraining order and injunction under certain circumstances. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS/LBT, JDC. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kanuha, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS/LBT, JDC |
HB2531 |
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SB2190
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Appropriation; Career Criminal Prosecution Program; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE CAREER CRIMINAL PROSECUTION PROGRAM.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu for the career criminal prosecution unit. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024 2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to JDC/PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/PSM, WAM |
HB1865 |
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SB2191
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Appropriation; Victim Witness Assistance Program; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu for the victim witness assistance program. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024 2025. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB1866 |
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SB2192
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Bribery
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Increases penalties for bribery, under certain circumstances. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1867 |
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SB2193 SD1 HD1 CD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Penal Code; Computers; Privacy
RELATING TO COMPUTER CRIME.
Amends the offense of use of a computer in the commission of a separate crime to include violation of privacy in the first and second degrees. Repeals on 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB1868 |
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SB2194 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Uncrewed Aircraft; Criminal Offenses
RELATING TO UNMANNED AIRCRAFT.
Establishes the felony offenses of misuse of uncrewed aircraft in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degrees. (SD1) |
(S)
2/28/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, JDC |
HB1869 |
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SB2195
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Sentencing; Crimes Against Elders
RELATING TO CRIMES AGAINST ELDERS.
Establishes strict liability for crimes against elders with respect to the attendant circumstance that the victim was 60 years of age or older. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB1870 |
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SB2196
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Fraud; False Claims; False Statements
RELATING TO FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY.
Removes the possibility of probation or suspension of sentence for the offenses of fraud, false claims, and false statements. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1871 |
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SB2197 SD1 HD1 CD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Penal Code; Gambling
RELATING TO GAMBLING OFFENSES.
Amends the definition of "advance gambling activity" to repeal language that included making no effort to prevent the occurrence or continuation of gambling activity. Repeals on 7/1/2029. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB1872 |
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SB2198
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Meetings; Supplemental Information
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Provides that supplemental information received within 48 hours of a meeting of a board subject to state opening meetings law may be added to the board packet; provided that the public is promptly provided access to the supplemental information. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, JDC |
HB1858 |
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SB2199
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Closed Meetings; Training
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Authorizes any board that is subject to state open meetings law to hold a closed meeting for the purpose of providing training to new and current board members. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, JDC |
HB1859 |
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SB2200
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Business; Permits; Review
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATE PROCEDURE.
Provides that a maximum time period to grant or deny a business or development-related permit, license, or approval shall only apply if a request for a contested case has not been filed. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, JDC |
HB1860 |
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SB2201 SD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; Electric Vehicles; Number Plates; Hawaiian Diacritical Marks
RELATING TO NUMBER PLATES.
Requires license plates to include okinas. Authorizes the use of all uppercase letters, all lowercase letters, or initial capital letters in motor vehicle license plates. Limits special number plates for environmental conservation to apply to electric vehicles. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, WAM |
HB1861 |
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SB2202 SD2
SPO; Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Small Purchase Procurements; Federally Declared Disaster Areas; Report
RELATING TO SMALL PURCHASES.
Increases the minimum amount for purchases constituting small purchase procurements from $25,000 to $50,000. Sets a small purchase procurement minimum amount of $75,000 for federally declared disaster areas; provided that the procurements are reported to the State Procurement Office. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD2) |
(H)
3/19/2024- The committee(s) on WAL/LGO recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL/LGO, FIN |
HB1862 |
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SB2203 SD1
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Land Use Commission; Agricultural District; Agricultural Tourism
RELATING TO LAND USE COMMISSION.
Applies permissible uses within agricultural districts to all counties that have adopted ordinances regulating agricultural tourism. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/EET, WAM |
HB1863 |
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SB2204 SD1
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Land Use Commission; Boundary Amendments; Counties
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Authorizes a county to initiate a land use boundary amendment to implement the county's general plan. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC |
HB1864 |
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SB2205
Maui County Council Package; DLNR; Ocean Vessels; Commercial Use Permits; Environment
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL USE PERMITS.
Amends state boating law policy to include a provision to promote and attain every person's right to a clean and healthful environment. Prohibits the Department of Land and Natural Resources from renewing a commercial use permit if renewal would cause nearshore water overcrowding or harm, or potential threats to, the environment. |
(S)
1/31/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/AEN, JDC |
HB1874 |
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SB2206
Maui County Council Package; County Transient Accommodations Tax
RELATING TO THE COUNTY TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS TAX.
Repeals the maximum tax rate of the county transient accommodations tax. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EET/PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/PSM, WAM |
HB1875 |
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SB2207
Maui County Council Package; State and County Employees; Paid Family Leave
RELATING TO FAMILY LEAVE.
Establishes a paid family leave program for state and county employees. Authorizes a qualifying employee to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth or placement of a child or to care for a family member who has a serious health condition. Establishes procedures for a health care provider to provide a certification to an employee requesting paid family leave. Requires the State and counties to establish the paid family leave program by 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to LBT/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB1876 |
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SB2208
Maui County Council Package; Procurement; Sole Source Procurements; Counties
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amend the procurement code to require County Council approval for contracts awarded by a county under its statutory authorization for sole source procurement if the contract amount exceeds $30,000. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to GVO/PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO/PSM, JDC |
HB1877 |
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SB2209
Maui County Council Package; Ocean Recreation; Thrill Craft; State Boating Law; Definition
RELATING TO THRILL CRAFT.
Amends the definition of "thrill craft" in the state boating law. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC |
HB1878 |
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SB2210
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Partial Public Financing; OHA; Maximum Amount of Public Funds Available; Minimum Qualifying Contribution Amounts; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO PARTIAL PUBLIC FINANCING OF ELECTIONS.
Increases the amount of partial public campaign financing available for all state and county elective offices. Amends section 11-425, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), by increasing the maximum amount of public funds available for all offices by 50%. Increases the maximum amount of public funds available for a candidate for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs from $1,500 to 10% of the expenditure limit established in section 11-423(d), HRS, for each election. Amends section 11-429(a), HRS, by increasing the amounts of qualifying contributions for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs from more than $1,500 in the aggregate to more than $5,000 in the aggregate. Provides a downward adjustment of the amounts of qualifying contributions for the office of prosecuting attorney for the City and County of Honolulu, County of Hawaii, and County of Kauai and for the office of county council member for the County of Maui. Provides for an unspecified appropriation to pay for the increase in the partial public financing program. Provides for an appropriation in the amount of $200,000 for the Commission to hire two additional staff members. Declares that general fund expenditure ceiling will be exceeded. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1845 |
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SB2211
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Relating to Candidate Committee Expenditures
RELATING TO CANDIDATE COMMITTEE EXPENDITURES.
Amends section 11-381, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to eliminate the use of campaign funds to purchase up to 2 tickets for an event or fundraiser held by another candidate or committee. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1846 |
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SB2212
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Relating to the Solicitation and Acceptance of Campaign Contributions by Candidate Committees
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Amends section 11-357, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), to prohibit state and county elected officials as defined in section 11-342(d), HRS, from soliciting and accepting campaign contributions during any regular session or special session of the state legislature, including any extension of any regular session or special session or any legislative recess day, holiday, or weekend. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1847 |
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SB2213
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Cash Contribution Limits; Return of Contribution; Escheat
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Amends section 11-364, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to provide that an excess contribution of more than $100 in cash, in the aggregate, from a single person during an election period to a candidate, candidate committee, or noncandidate committee shall escheat to the Hawaii election campaign fund if not returned to the contributor within 30 days. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB1848 |
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SB2214
Campaign Spending Commission Package; State or County Contractors; State or County Grantees; Officers; Immediate Family Members; Prohibited Contributions
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Prohibits state or county grantees, officers and immediate family members of state or county contractors, and officers and immediate family members of state or county grantees, from contributing to candidate committees or noncandidate committees for the duration of the contract. Requires candidates, candidate committees, or noncandidate committees to return any unlawful contribution to the contributor within 30 calendar days of receipt. Provides that if any unlawful contribution is not returned to the contributor within 30 calendar days, the unlawful contribution shall escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1849 |
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SB2215
Ethics Commission Package; Administrative Fines; Maximum
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE FINES.
Updates the maximum administrative fines allowed for violations of chapters 84 and 97, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
(S)
1/30/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1881 |
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SB2216 SD1 HD1 CD1
State Ethics Commission Package; Code of Ethics; Lobbyists; Advice; Investigations
RELATING TO THE STATE ETHICS COMMISSION.
Clarifies and modernizes the way the State Ethics Commission provides advice and conducts investigations. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB1882 |
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SB2217 HD1 CD1
Ethics Commission Package; State Ethics Code Reporting Period; Fiscal Year Reporting Period; Electronic Filing
RELATING TO REPORTING PERIODS.
Establishes a phased process for adjusting the reporting period for gift disclosures filed with the State Ethics Commission to conform with the fiscal year. Provides for electronic filing of documents required by the State Ethics Commission. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB1883 |
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SB2218
Ethics Commission Package; Legislator Disclosures
RELATING TO STANDARDS OF CONDUCT.
Clarifies disclosures required from members of the Legislature. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1884 |
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SB2219 SD1
Ethics Commission Package; Lobbying; Presumptions; Testimony
RELATING TO LOBBYING.
Amends the definition of "lobbying" to include communications regarding procurement decisions with certain high-level government officials. Establishes certain presumptions regarding testimony when given by a paid person. Makes certain contracts voidable when entered into in violation of lobbying law. Takes effect 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB1885 |
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SB2220
City and County of Honolulu Package; ERS; Retirement; Government Employees
RELATING TO VESTING IN THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Amends the vesting period to 5 years for tier 2 government employees of the Employees' Retirement System who are in service on the effective date of the Act or return to service after the effective date of the Act, and for employees who become a member on or after the effective date of the Act. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB1850 |
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SB2221
City and County of Honolulu Package; DLM; DDC; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates moneys to the City and County of Honolulu Department of Land Management and Department of Design and Construction for compliance with Act 210, Session Laws of Hawaii 2018. Declares that the appropriations exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
HB1851 |
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SB2222
City and County of Honolulu Package; ESD; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates moneys as a grant-in-aid to the Emergency Services Department of the City and County of Honolulu. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
HB1852 |
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SB2223
City and County of Honolulu Package; Department of Health; Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Permits
RELATING TO MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM PERMITS.
Prohibits the Director of Health from assessing any fees for the issuance of municipal separate storm sewer system permits to county governments. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
HB1853 |
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SB2224
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Tobacco Products; Regulation
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals existing law that provides that all local ordinances or regulations that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices are preempted and that existing local laws and regulations conflicting with the state law on smoking are void. Clarifies that counties retain the authority to adopt ordinances that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices, as long as the ordinances do not conflict with and are more stringent than the state law on smoking. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB1854 |
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SB2225
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; State and County Employees; Paid Family Leave
RELATING TO FAMILY LEAVE.
Establishes a paid family leave program for state and county employees. Authorizes a qualifying employee to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth or placement of a child or to care for a family member who has a serious health condition. Establishes procedures for a health care provider to provide a certification to an employee requesting paid family leave. Requires the State and counties to establish the paid family leave program by 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to LBT/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB1855 |
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SB2226 SD1
Hawaii Association of Counties Package; Vehicular Access; Regulations; Restrictions; Ordinances
RELATING TO TRAFFIC REGULATION.
Authorizes each county to adopt ordinances to regulate or restrict motor vehicle access to certain streets, highways, thoroughfares, or roads. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA/WTL, JDC/WAM |
HB1856 |
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SB2227 SD2
Hawaii Association of Counties Package; Governor; Emergency Powers; Mortgage Foreclosures; Suspension
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Authorizes the Governor to suspend the mortgage foreclosure provisions of chapter 667, HRS, for properties having substantial damage resulting from a Governor declared state of emergency. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL, CPC/JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, CPC/JHA |
HB1857 |
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SB2228
State Fire Council Package; Fire Protection; Reduced Ignition Propensity Cigarette Program; Special Fund
RELATING TO FIRE PROTECTION.
Authorizes the use of the reduced ignition propensity cigarette program special fund to support the State Fire Council and its programs and activities, including for the hiring of administrative personnel. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB1886 |
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SB2229
State Fire Council Package; Counties; Residences; Fire Sprinkler Systems
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Repeals section 46-19.8, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to allow the counties to determine the proper requirements for fire sprinkler systems in residences. |
(S)
1/24/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB1887 |
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SB2230
Hawaii State Fire Council Package; Fireworks; Restrictions
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Imposes a statewide limitation on consumer fireworks, except by permit for use at cultural events. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/TCA, JDC |
HB1888 |
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SB2231
Hawaii State Fire Council Package; Cancer; Firefighters; Workers' Compensation Medical Benefits
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION MEDICAL BENEFITS.
Expands workers' compensation medical benefits for firefighters to include coverage for breast cancer and cancer of the female reproductive organs. |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB1889 |
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SB2232
Office of Elections Package; Embargo on Release of Information
RELATING TO THE DIGITAL VOTER INFORMATION GUIDE.
Provides that certain information to be included in any digital voter information guide shall not be released to any requestor in whole or in part before the public release of the entire guide. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1879 |
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SB2233
Office of Elections Package; President; Electors; Assembly
RELATING TO THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE.
Reschedules the post-election assembly of presidential electors to the first Tuesday after the second Wednesday in December next following their election. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1880 |
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SB2234
State Budget ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Adjusts and requests appropriations for fiscal biennium 2023-2025 funding requirements for operations and capital improvement projects of Executive Branch agencies and programs. |
(S)
1/18/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
HB1800 |
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SB2235
CIP; 15th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 15th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
WAKAI |
WAM |
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SB2236 SD2 HD1
Law Enforcement; Warrants; Searches; Private Property
RELATED TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Requires law enforcement to post notice that a warranted or warrantless search has been conducted on a property. Requires a law enforcement officer to secure any entrance used by an officer in the search. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
WAKAI |
JHA |
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SB2237
Law Enforcement Officers; Vehicular Pursuits; Policies; Restrictions
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes statewide vehicular pursuit policies. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
WAKAI |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2238
Sexual Exploitation; Safe Harbor Protections; Assistance
RELATING TO SEXUAL EXPLOITATION.
Establishes safe harbor protections for survivors of sexual exploitation who seek medical or law enforcement assistance. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to PSM/HHS, JDC. |
WAKAI |
PSM/HHS, JDC |
HB2183 |
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SB2239 SD2
Consumer Protection; Transient Accommodations; Booking Transactions; Disclosures; Taxes; Government-Related Fees; Unfair and Deceptive Practices
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits any person from advertising, displaying, or offering a price for the rental or letting of a transient accommodation or resort time share vacation unit that does not include all taxes and fees imposed by a government entity that the renter or guest must pay. Requires a person to clearly and conspicuously display in each advertisement for the rental or letting of a transient accommodation or resort time share vacation unit a rate or price that includes all taxes and fees imposed by a government entity that the renter or guest must pay. Requires any taxes and fees that are displayed as a percentage of the cost on a booking transaction to also be displayed as a dollar amount at the time of purchase. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
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3/12/2024- The committee(s) on TOU recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA |
TOU, CPC, FIN |
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SB2240 SD2 HD1 CD1
Office of Elections; Counties; ERIC; Electronic Registration Information Center, Inc.; Membership; Voter Registration; Verification; Application; Mailers; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Requires the Office of Elections to file an application with Electronic Registration Information Center, Inc. (ERIC), by 6/30/2025, for the State to be admitted as a member of that organization. Requires the Office of Elections to share with each county the information and services made available by ERIC pursuant to the State's membership agreement with that organization. Requires the Office of Elections and each county office that administers elections to use information and services made available by ERIC to verify their respective voter registration rolls. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
HB1609 |
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SB2241
Labor Peace Agreement; Cannabis; Employment; DLIR; DOH
RELATING TO LABOR PEACE AGREEMENTS.
Requires each cannabis dispensary to enter into a labor peace agreement that protects the State's proprietary interests by prohibiting the applicable labor organization from engaging in picketing, work stoppages, or boycotts against the establishment. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to review labor peace agreements. Authorizes the Department of Health to suspend or revoke the cannabis license of a licensee who does not maintain a valid labor peace agreement. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Re-Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
RHOADS |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2242
Insurance Commissioner; Homeowners Insurance; Loss-Control Program; Discounted Premium Rates; Fire; Wildfire; Lava; Rulemaking
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2025, requires homeowners insurers to establish a loss-control program aimed at reducing the risk of the loss or mitigating damage to the insured property caused by the peril of fire, including fire caused by wildfire, lava, or both, with discounted premium rates for policyholders who implement certain loss-control measures. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to adopt rules. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to PSM, CPN. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY |
PSM, CPN |
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SB2243
Mental Health; Provisional Licensure; Marriage and Family Therapists; Mental Health Counselors; Psychologists; Licensed Clinical Social Workers; Insurance Reimbursement
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes associate-level licensure requirements for marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and psychologists and authorizes insurance reimbursements in certain circumstances. Allows psychologist license applicants to take licensing examinations before completing other requirements. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2244
HPHA; Kupuna Housing; State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna; Homeowners Insurance Premium Assistance; Lava Zones
RELATING TO KUPUNA HOUSING.
Expands the Hawaii Public Housing Authority's State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna to provide homeowners insurance premium assistance to housing owners who rent or lease to qualified kupuna a mortgaged property located within certain lava zones, as identified by the United States Geological Survey. Makes permanent the State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HOU, CPN/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HOU, CPN/WAM |
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SB2245 SD1 HD2
DHS; Child Protective Act; Exigent Circumstances; Harm; Imminent Harm; Protective Custody; Temporary Foster Custody
RELATING TO THE CHILD PROTECTIVE ACT.
Adds a definition for "exigent circumstances" and amends the definitions of "harm" and "imminent harm" under the Child Protective Act. Clarifies when the police may take protective custody of a child and when the Department of Human Services may assume temporary foster custody of a child when exigent circumstances are present. Creates a judicial process for filing a petition for an order for protective custody, including the circumstances where such an order may be issued without notice and without a hearing. Effective July 1, 2025. (HD2) |
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4/23/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
HUS, JHA |
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SB2246 SD1
DOH; Crisis Intervention; Diversion; Crisis Centers; Crisis Intervention Officers; Crisis Intervention Team; Mental Health First Aid; Certifications; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CRISIS INTERVENTION.
Establishes an Expanded Crisis Intervention and Diversion Activities Program within the Department of Health to expand existing activities to divert those with mental health issues to appropriate health care services. Defines "crisis intervention officer". Authorizes a person believed to be imminently dangerous to self or others by a law enforcement officer to be transported to a facility designated by the Director of Health. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations for the Expanded Crisis Intervention and Diversion Activities Program and certification of law enforcement officers in mental health first aid and crisis intervention team model. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, Elefante, Wakai |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
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SB2247
Department of Human Services; Child Protective Act; Dependent Children; Immediate Harm; Police Report; Temporary Custody
RELATING TO CHILD PROTECTION.
Establishes a definition for "immediate harm" and amends the definition of "imminent harm" for the purpose of the Child Protective Act. Requires a police officer who assumes protective custody of a child who is subject to immediate harm while in the custody of the child's family to provide a written report detailing the observations justifying the immediate removal to the Department of Human Services within twenty-four hours of assuming custody of the child. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS/PSM, JDC |
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SB2248
Cannabis; Medical Use; Interisland Transportation; Authorization
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Authorizes qualifying patients and qualifying out-of-state patients to transport cannabis between islands of the State for personal medical use. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS/TCA, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE |
HHS/TCA, JDC |
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SB2249
Dogs; Agricultural Land; Liability; Penalty
RELATING TO DOGS.
Establishes additional penalties for dog owners whose dog destroys property while on land zoned for agricultural use. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2250
DOH; Hawaii State Hospital; Quality Improvement; Expenditure Ceiling; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO IMPLEMENT QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL.
Makes an emergency appropriation to provide funds for the Department of Health to implement quality improvement recommendations at the Hawaii State Hospital. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1941 |
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SB2251 SD1
Kauai Prosecuting Attorney Package; Hawaii Penal Code; Criminal Offense; Indecent Exposure; Less Than Sixteen Years of Age; Strict Liability
RELATING TO INDECENT EXPOSURE.
Increases the criminal penalty for the offense of indecent exposure from a petty misdemeanor to a misdemeanor if the person to whom the genitals were exposed is less than 16 years of age. Provides that the state of mind requirement is not applicable to the fact that the person to whom the genitals were exposed is less than 16 years of age and that the actor is strictly liable with respect to the attendant circumstance that the person to whom the genitals were exposed was less than 16 years of age. (SD1) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB1873 |
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SB2252
BOE; Career and Technical Education; Education Requirements; Qualified Individuals
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Board of Education to consider qualified individuals with at least an associate's degree or high school diploma with comparable education and coursework, industry experience, and content expertise to teach career and technical education courses. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
KIDANI |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2253
Short Form; Agriculture
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2254
Short Form; Agriculture
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2255
Short Form; Environment
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2256
Short Form; Environment
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2257 SD3 HD1 CD1
HTSB; Career and Technical Education; Education Requirements; Qualified Individuals
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to consider qualified individuals with at least an associate's degree or high school diploma with comparable education and coursework, industry experience, and content expertise to teach career and technical education courses. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
EDN, FIN |
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SB2258
Short Form; Education
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB2259 SD2
Auditor; Health; Health Insurance; Employer Health Care Requirements; Dental and Vision; Medicaid; Mandated Coverage; Notice; Sunrise Analysis; Report
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires each employer group health policy, contract, plan, or agreement and each individual and group hospital or medical service plan, policy, contract, or agreement issued or renewed by health insurers in the State after December 31, 2024, that provides coverage, to provide coverage for dental and vision preventative care, diagnosis, and treatment. Requires every insurer and mutual benefit society to provide written notice to policyholders and members no later than December 31, 2025. Requests the Auditor to conduct a sunrise analysis for the mandatory health insurance coverage and submit a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2260
Short Form; Health
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2261
Short Form; Human Services
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2262
Short Form; Homelessness
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2263
Short Form; Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HOU. |
KANUHA |
HOU |
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SB2264
Short Form; University of Hawaii Community Colleges
RELATING TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII COMMUNITY COLLEGES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HRE. |
KANUHA |
HRE |
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SB2265
Short Form; University of Hawaii Board of Regents
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII BOARD OF REGENTS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HRE. |
KANUHA |
HRE |
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SB2266
Short Form; Crime
RELATING TO CRIME.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2267
Short Form; Sentencing
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2268
Short Form; Judiciary
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2269
Short Form; Exoneration
RELATING TO EXONERATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2270
Short Form; Redress for Wrongful Conviction and Imprisonment
RELATING TO REDRESS FOR WRONGFUL CONVICTION AND IMPRISONMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2271
Short Form; Labor
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to LBT. |
KANUHA |
LBT |
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SB2272
Short Form; Technology
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to LBT. |
KANUHA |
LBT |
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SB2273
Short Form; Department of Law Enforcement
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to PSM. |
KANUHA |
PSM |
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SB2274
Short Form; Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to PSM. |
KANUHA |
PSM |
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SB2275
Short Form; International Affairs
RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to TCA. |
KANUHA |
TCA |
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SB2276
Short Form; Government
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2277
Short Form; Economic Development
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2278
Short Form; Land Use
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Short form bill. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2279 SD2
UH; Graduate Assistants; Qualified Tuition Reduction; Tuition Fee; Taxable Income
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Requires qualified tuition reduction for graduate assistants enrolled in graduate level coursework to be considered taxable income. Restricts the qualified tuition reduction for graduate assistants enrolled in graduate level coursework to be equal to a certain percentage of the resident tuition fee. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to HET, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KANUHA |
HET, FIN |
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SB2280 SD2
CIP; Public-Private Partnerships; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FINANCING.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the State. Requires funding to be through a public private partnership that meets certain requirements. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KANUHA |
FIN |
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SB2281
Continuous Legislative Session; Constitutional Amendment; Constitutional Repeal (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE III OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO ESTABLISH A CONTINUOUS LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
Establishes a continuous Legislature. Requires the Legislature to convene at least once a month. Removes language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Creates a two-year deadline for a bill to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Requires the passage of the legislative budget within 45 days before the end of each fiscal year. Makes members of the Legislature subject to the sunshine law. Prohibits members of the Legislature from having employment other than their work as members of the Legislature. |
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2/8/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
CHANG, MCKELVEY |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
HB2635 |
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SB2282
Department of Human Services; No Cost Emergency Shelter and Related Services; Minors; Consent; Providers
RELATING TO MINORS.
Requires providers of no cost emergency shelter and related services to take steps to ensure pertinent youth obtain and receive services from the juvenile justice or child welfare systems and maintain separation for unrelated adults and minor children. Amends the definition of "provider" as it relates to entities eligible to provide no cost emergency shelter and related services to consenting minors. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
CHANG, Fevella, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2283
Department of Education; School Facilities Authority; Educator Workforce Housing; Prioritization; Reporting
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the school facilities authority to work with the Department of Education to prioritize projects for the construction of educator workforce housing that will house teachers and other staff of the Department. Requires the School Facilities Authority to include in its annual report to the Governor, Board of Education, and Legislature the actions the Authority will take within the next year, three years, and five years toward increasing educator workforce housing. Requires the Department of Education to collaborate with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Maui County, Kauai County, and other appropriate state departments and agencies to submit a preliminary report to the Legislature on the status of lands designated to be transferred to the Department of Education pursuant to Act 307, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to EDU/HOU, WAM. |
CHANG |
EDU/HOU, WAM |
HB1631 |
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SB2284 SD2 HD1 CD1
UH; Wildfire Forecast System; Public Safety; Preparedness; Wildfire Mitigation; Artificial Intelligence; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A WILDFIRE FORECAST SYSTEM FOR HAWAII.
Establishes a two-year program at the University of Hawaii to develop a wildfire forecast system for the State using artificial intelligence. Makes an appropriation. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
WAL, HET, FIN |
HB1924 |
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SB2285 SD2 HD3
Department of Health; SHPDA; Function and Duties; Hui Hoomana; Reports; Positions; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Amends the functions and duties of the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Clarifies the definition of "health care". Establishes a task force known as the Hui Hoomana. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-26-24 at 5:30PM in Conference Room 329.
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DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HLT/HUS, CPC, FIN |
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SB2286 SD2 HD2
DLIR; DHRD; Private Sector; Internships; Workforce Development; Workers' Compensation Coverage; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO INTERNSHIPS.
Permits the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to enter into contracts with eligible employers or registered apprenticeship programs in the private sector to provide on-the-job training to eligible interns. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to collaborate with the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations for certain portions of the on-the-job-training work experience program. Provides that the State shall be the responsible employer for purposes of workers' compensation coverage for students or recent graduates in the on-the-job-training work experience program, subject to certain limitations. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB2287 SD2 HD1 CD1
CIO; Information Technology Steering Committee; Duties; Report; Mobile Application
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES.
Requires the Information Technology Steering Committee to assist the Chief Information Officer to develop a plan to enhance the mobile application developed to enable the public to access the State's website. Requires the Chief Information Officer's annual report of the Office of Enterprise Technology Services to include updates on the mobile application. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Kim |
HET, FIN |
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SB2288 SD2 HD1
Department of Accounting and General Services; Comptroller; Travel Reports; Public Access; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Requires that travel reports submitted by state employees, officers, or other representatives of state departments or agencies, in connection with out-of-state or intra-state travel for purposes of official state business, be made available for public review on the Comptroller's website, subject to certain exceptions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2289 SD2 HD2 CD1
DOH; Kalaupapa; Reports; Transfer; Powers; Duties; Community Engagement
RELATING TO KALAUPAPA.
Requires the Department of Health to include in its annual report regarding Kalaupapa Settlement details and updated information, as available, regarding the permanent transfer to other governmental or qualified non-governmental entities of the powers and duties of the Department over Kalaupapa Settlement. Requires the Department of Health to report on its community engagement efforts with community stakeholders and the Molokai community. Sunsets on the first 6/30 after the Revisor of Statutes receives a written gubernatorial proclamation that the referenced transfer is complete. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2290
DOH; CWRM; Waste or Disposal Facilities; Landfills; Solid Waste; Hazardous Waste; Aquifers; Prohibition
RELATING TO WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES.
Prohibits the construction, modification, or expansion of any waste or disposal facility for hazardous waste or solid waste on land that is near or above a significant aquifer as determined by the Department of Health, in consultation with the Commission on Water Resource Management. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS, JDC. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
AEN/HHS, JDC |
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SB2291 SD2 HD2
ADC; HTDC; NEHLA; Advisory Boards; Workforce Development
RELATING TO ADVISORY BOARDS.
Establishes advisory boards, focused on workforce development, for the Agribusiness Development Corporation, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, and Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB2292
Boards and Commissions; Ex Officio Members; Advice and Consent; Senate
RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
Clarifies that the procedures for selecting members of boards and commissions also apply to ex officio members. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
DELA CRUZ |
GVO, JDC |
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SB2293
Water Rights; Commercial Kalo Farming; Native Hawaiian Practices; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DISPOSITION OF WATER RIGHTS.
Exempts the instream use of water for commercial kalo cultivation conducted in a manner consistent with traditional and customary Native Hawaiian practices and on traditional kalo lands from the existing process for the disposition of water rights. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, JDC. |
INOUYE |
WTL/HWN, JDC |
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SB2294
Native Hawaiian Sailing Canoes; Small Boat Harbors; Mooring; Research; Education
RELATING TO NATIVE HAWAIIAN SAILING CANOES.
Amends requirements for an owner or lessee of a native Hawaiian sailing canoe to moor at a small boat harbor. Defines "native Hawaiian sailing canoe". |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HWN/WTL, JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE |
HWN/WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2295 SD1
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; OHA; Burial Sites; Coastal Erosion; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Establishes an inter-division program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources consisting of the State Historic Preservation Division, Land Division, Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands, Island Burial Councils, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and Aha Moku that addresses the location, movement, and restoration of Hawaiian burial sites or ‘iwi, exposed or likely to be exposed to coastal erosion. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
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SB2296 SD1
DLNR; Fishponds; Restocking; Restoration; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FISHPONDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to restore and restock fishponds by procuring fingerlings and limu and establishing one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Aquaculture Coordinator Biologist VI position. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2297 SD1
BLNR; DLNR; DOCARE; Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; Conservation District; Natural Resource Management; Emergency Response
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies that the Board of Land and Natural Resources' authority shall supersede the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority for all lands designated under the state conservation district; provided that the Board of Land and Natural Resources upholds its affirmative and non-transferable duty to protect the traditional and customary rights of native Hawaiians as articulated in Article 7 of the Hawaii State Constitution. Clarifies that the natural resource management enforcement and emergency response of Mauna Kea lands shall remain the responsibility of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Takes effect 07/01/25. (SD1) |
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2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2298
BLNR; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Public Lands; Hilo Community Economic District; Lease Extension Rules
RELATING TO THE HILO ECONOMIC DISTRICT.
Clarifies that the Board of Land and Natural Resources shall not unilaterally amend the terms and conditions of any lease of public lands being extended pursuant to Act 149, Session Laws of Hawaii 2018, except as otherwise provided therein; and if the Board of Land and Natural Resources wishes to amend the terms and conditions of any lease of public lands being extended to reflect the Board's most current lease form, the lease form must be included in the rules of the Board. Defines "lease of public lands". |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2299
Aquarium Fish Permits; Nets; Non-commercial Aquarium Fish Collectors; Limits
RELATING TO AQUATIC LIFE.
Establishes that it shall be unlawful for any person to use nets made of or using netting with a stretched mesh of less than two inches, except that aquarium fish collectors with a valid aquarium fish permit may use traps and nets for aquarium fish and other aquatic life in conformance with the permit; provided that non-commercial aquarium fish collectors shall be limited to a combined total of five fish or aquatic life specimens per person per day. Establishes penalties. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
INOUYE |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2300 SD1
Historic Preservation Tax Credit; Extension
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Extends the sunset date for the Historic Preservation Tax Credit to December 31, 2030, and incrementally increases the cap on the total tax credits from $1,000,000 in the 2025 taxable year to $4,000,000 in the 2030 taxable year. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL, WAM |
HB1918 |
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SB2301
Insurance; Motor Vehicle Rental; Liability Coverage; Collision
RELATING TO INSURANCE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE RENTERS.
Requires motor vehicle lessors to provide additional insurance coverage options. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
RHOADS |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2302
Executive Office on Aging; Long-Term Care Facilities; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.
Requires the Director of the Executive Office on Aging to work with health care providers to ensure that there are sufficient long-term care facilities on each island of the State. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, KIM, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2303
School Bus Services; Department of Education; Comprehensive Standards
RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES.
Establishes comprehensive standards for the department of education related to school bus services to ensure reasonable accommodation, equitable access, timely communication, and accountability. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2082 |
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SB2304
Cigarettes, Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale; Regulation; County Authority
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals existing law that preempted local ordinances or regulations that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices and nullified and voided any conflicting local laws and regulations. Allows counties to adopt ordinances that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices that do not conflict with and are more stringent than the state law that governs smoking. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Shimabukuro |
HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB1563 |
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SB2305 SD2 HD2 CD1
DLE; Silver Alert Program; Missing Persons; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MISSING PERSONS.
Establishes a Silver Alert Program within the Department of Law Enforcement to help locate and safeguard missing persons who are sixty-five years of age or older, cognitively impaired, or developmentally disabled. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, San Buenaventura |
HUS, JHA, FIN |
HB1774 |
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SB2306 SD1
DAGS; Automated External Defibrillators; State Buildings; Training; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS.
No later than January 1, 2025, requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to install and maintain automated external defibrillators in all state buildings. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to provide trainings on the use of automated external defibrillators for certain state employees and security staff. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Shimabukuro |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
HB2330 |
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SB2307
DCR; Offender Reentry; Identification Documents; Departmental Assistance
RELATING TO IDENTIFICATION.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, in collaboration with various agencies and upon request of the inmates, to assist inmates in obtaining the inmates' civil identification card, birth certificate, social security card, and other relevant identification necessary for successful reentry into society, as soon as practicable. Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to initiate the process of obtaining identifying documents for inmates released to work furlough, extended furlough, or community placement programs, by providing the forms necessary for the inmate to obtain civil identification cards and other identifying documents to the inmate as soon as practicable. |
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1/31/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Fukunaga, Ihara, Moriwaki |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2308 SD1 HD2
School Zones; Speeding; Fines; Penalties
RELATING TO SPEEDING.
Authorizes additional fines and penalties for convictions of speeding in a school zone. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Kim |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2309
Department of the Attorney General, Hawaii Age-Appropriate Design Code Act; Children's Data Protection Working Group; Consumer Privacy Special Fund; Penalties
RELATING TO ONLINE SAFETY FOR CHILDREN.
Establishes the Hawaii Age-Appropriate Design Code to promote privacy protections for children and ensure that online products, services, or features that are likely to be accessed by children are designed in a manner that recognizes the distinct needs of children at different age ranges. Establishes a Children's Data Protection Working Group, administratively attached to the Department of the Attorney General, to assess and develop recommendations on the best practices for the implementation of the Hawaii Age-Appropriate Design Code. Establishes the Consumer Privacy Special Fund. Establishes penalties. |
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2/15/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, McKelvey, Wakai |
CPN/LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2310 SD1
Location Tracker; Harassment; Criminal Law; Penalty
RELATING TO HARASSMENT.
Prohibits a person from using a location tracker to harass, stalk, or perpetuate a crime against another person without their knowledge. (SD1) |
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3/13/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Fukunaga, Kim |
JHA |
HB2014 |
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SB2311
DOH; Electric Vehicle Battery Recycling and Disposal Program; Electric Vehicles; Propulsion Batteries; Hazardous Substances; Fines
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERIES.
Establishes an electric vehicle battery recycling and disposal program. Prohibits disposal of propulsion batteries as solid waste. Prohibits producers of propulsion batteries from refusing propulsion batteries for reuse, remanufacturing, repurposing, or recycling. Establishes producer responsibility for propulsion batteries embedded into vehicles or sold separately in the State or through remote sale. Authorizes the Department of Health to inspect any place, building, or premise and issue warnings and citations for failure to comply. Establishes requirements for a battery management plan. Establishes fines. |
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2/13/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Ihara, Moriwaki |
AEN/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1972 |
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SB2312
DOE; School Security Personnel; Training; Hiring; Requirements
RELATING TO SCHOOL SECURITY.
Requires the Department of Education to assign school security personnel at all schools and facilities where students are present and determine the appropriate number of security personnel for each school. Requires the Department of Education to establish and adopt hiring and training requirements for school security personnel. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Kim |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2313
DLNR; Property Owners; Hazardous Fire Areas; Fire Prevention; Community Fuels Reduction Project; Report; Budget; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Requires certain owners and occupants of properties located in hazardous fire areas to maintain effective firebreaks within thirty feet of the property and to practice other fire prevention activities. Establishes the Community Fuels Reduction Project to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for the Community Fuels Reduction Project. Beginning with fiscal year 2025-2026 and each fiscal year thereafter, requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish the Community Fuels Reduction Project as a separate line item within the Department's budget. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to WTL/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
WTL/PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB1823 |
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SB2314
DOT; Department of the Attorney General; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Department of Human Services; Hawaii Tourism Authority; Office of Enterprise Technology Services; Counties; Digital Identification Pilot Program; Report to Legislature
RELATING TO DIGITAL IDENTIFICATION.
Requires the Director of Transportation to establish and implement a Digital Identification Pilot Program. In coordination with the counties and various agencies, requires the Director of Transportation to submit a report to the Legislature. |
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2/1/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Aquino |
TCA, JDC/WAM |
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SB2315
DCCA; Licensed Professionals; Contact Information
RELATING TO LICENSED PROFESSIONALS.
Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to post the business address and business phone number of each licensed professional on its public website. |
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2/16/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
CPN |
HB1992 |
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SB2316
Health Insurance; Step Therapy; Prohibition
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Prohibits a health insurer from requiring an insured diagnosed with stage two through stage five cancer to undergo step therapy prior to covering the insured for certain drugs prescribed by the insured's health care provider, under certain conditions. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, WAKAI, Shimabukuro |
HHS, CPN |
HB2194 |
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SB2317 SD1
Governor; State Capitol Guided Tours; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CAPITOL TOURS.
Requires the Governor to implement a State Capitol Tour Program for volunteer docents to conduct tours of the capitol building and grounds. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Ihara, Shimabukuro |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2318
Social Services; Monthly Needs Allowance; State Supplemental Payments
RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
Amends the state supplemental payment ceiling for domiciliary care paid to recipients who are eligible for federal supplementary security income or public assistance, or both. Amends the monthly needs allowance for individuals residing in foster homes, care homes, domiciliary homes, and other long-term care facilities. |
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1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2319
Justices; Judges; Mandatory Retirement Age; Constitutional Amendment; Hawaii State Constitution (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VI, SECTION 3, OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO INCREASE THE MANDATORY RETIREMENT AGE FOR STATE JUSTICES AND JUDGES.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to increase the mandatory retirement age for justices and judges from 70 to 75 years. |
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3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato, Hussey-Burdick voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Ganaden, Souza voting no (2) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, KIM, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Elefante |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2320
Motor Vehicles; Window Glazing; Levels
RELATING TO WINDSHIELD TINTING.
Lowers the level of light transmittance allowed on sun screening glazing on motor vehicle windows from thirty-five per cent to twenty per cent. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI |
TCA, JDC |
HB1579 |
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SB2321
Public Employee Health Benefits Working Group; Public Employees; Self-Insured Plans; Health Insurance; EUTF
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes the public employee health benefits working group to investigate the feasibility of establishing and offering a fully self-insured health benefits plan with no deductible or monthly premium cost to state and county public employees. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI |
LBT, WAM |
HB1583 |
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SB2322 SD1 HD1
DOH; Environmental Management Division; Clean Water Branch; Water Quality; Water Sampling; Tier 1 Beaches; Hazardous Conditions ($)
RELATING TO WATER QUALITY.
Requires the Department of Health to continue water sampling and analysis of Tier 1 beaches during brown water advisories, with certain exceptions and under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 4:25 PM; CR 329. |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Elefante, Fevella, Wakai |
EEP/WAL, HLT, FIN |
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SB2323 SD1
Juvenile Justice; Court Fees; Fines; Penalties; Prohibited
RELATING TO YOUTH FEES AND FINES.
Prohibits the assessment of any fines, fees, or court costs against a person who was adjudicated for an offense committed while the person was a minor under the age of eighteen years, or against the person's parent or guardian. Discharges all related debt obligations assessed prior to the effective date of the Act. Limits court ordered community service for minors to seventy-two hours. Repeals the statewide curfew for minors. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, JDC |
HB2722 |
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SB2324
First Responder Personnel; Funding Mandates; Counties; Shared Cost
RELATING TO FIRST RESPONDERS.
Requires the State to share in the cost of county first responder personnel fulfilling state-imposed new mandates or increases in the level of service under existing programs. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Wakai |
HHS/GVO, WAM |
HB1571 |
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SB2325
Capital Gains Tax; Rate; Repeal
RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS.
Taxes capital gains income at the same rate as ordinary income. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
WAM |
HB1660 |
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SB2326
Teachers; Certification; Bonus; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling
RELATING TO TEACHERS.
Increases the bonus for teachers who achieve and maintain a current national board certification from $5,000 to $15,000. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB1614 |
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SB2327
Universal Free School Breakfasts and Lunches; DOE; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2024-2025 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students enrolled in department schools. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
EDU, WAM |
HB1775 |
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SB2328
Native Hawaiian Caucus; DOE; Surfing Competitions; Oahu Interscholastic Association; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SURFING.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Education to establish surfing competitions at a minimum of eight Oahu Interscholastic Association member schools. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2329 SD1 HD1
Aquaculture; Mullet Production; Fishponds and Stock Enhancement; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Appropriates funds for mullet production for fishponds and stock enhancement, including for new positions, equipment, maintenance, and operating costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 04-26-24 5:30PM in conference room 325. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
HB2631 |
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SB2330
DOE; Student Transportation; Public Schools; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to strengthen student transportation services for Hawaii's public school system. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Fukunaga, Keohokalole |
EDU, WAM |
HB1797 |
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SB2331
Governor; Emergency Powers; Historic Preservation
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Clarifies that the Governor may waive historic preservation requirements in an emergency proclamation only when there is an imminent or presently occurring emergency which threatens health and safety. |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
PSM/WTL, JDC |
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SB2332
Penal Code Review; Judicial Council; Advisory Committee; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE PENAL CODE.
Requires the Judicial Council to conduct a comprehensive review of the Hawaii Penal Code and to recommend proposed changes. Requires the Judicial Council to appoint an advisory committee to assist in the review, and allows the Council to also appoint a reporter and other staff as necessary. Requires the advisory committee to report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/2/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
JDC, WAM |
HB1953 |
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SB2333 HD1 CD1
Chief Election Officer; Election Audits; Electronic Voting System; Electronic Tally of Ballots
RELATING TO ELECTION AUDITS.
Allows the Chief Election Officer to use accurate copies of paper ballots, rather than the originals, when conducting a precinct audit of an electronic voting system's tally. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
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SB2334 SD1
Chief Election Officer; Election Audits; Electronic Voting System; Electronic Tally of Ballots
RELATING TO ELECTION AUDITS.
Reduces the number of randomly selected precincts employing an electronic voting system that the Chief Election Officer is required to conduct a post-election, pre-certification audit of from ten per cent to five per cent. Clarifies that the Chief Election Officer must audit all elections in the randomly selected precincts as a condition of using an electronic voting system to create an electronic tally of ballots. (SD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2335
SBCC; Membership; Counties; Hawaii State Building Codes
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Amends the membership, authority, and duties of the State Building Code Council. Gives the counties the sole discretion to amend, adopt, and update the Hawaii state building codes as they apply within each county's respective jurisdiction. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2336 SD1
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Damages; Attorneys' Fees
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires that condominium renters who prevail in a lawsuit for a violation of the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code be awarded reasonable attorneys' fees, costs, and the greater of $1,000 or threefold damages. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2088 |
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SB2337 SD2 HD2 CD1
HHFDC; Housing; County Powers; Mixed-Use Developments; Bond Proceeds
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Expands the counties' authorization to exercise the same powers as the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation for purposes of developing, constructing, financing, refinancing, or providing mixed-use developments. Applies to bond proceeds expended by a county after 12/31/2023. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
HB1808 |
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SB2338
Insurance; Mandatory Coverage; Standard Fertility Preservation Services
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
For policies, contracts, plans, agreements, and plan contracts issued or renewed after 12/31/2024, requires the insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for standard fertility preservation services. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
HB1624 |
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SB2339
HHFDC; Bond Recycling Program; Affordable Rental Housing; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Bond Recycling Program Subaccount; State Debt Limit Exclusion; Private Activity Bonds
RELATING TO STATE FINANCES.
Allows HHFDC or a county to establish a bond recycling program authorized by federal law. Allows HHFDC or a county to secure a line of credit or other instrument of indebtedness for the bond recycling program. Allows the Department of Budget and Finance and HHFDC to enter into an agreement with a county for bond recycling. Requires a county or issuer to submit a report to the Department of Budget and Finance and HHFDC on the status or use of its portion of the volume cap that is being recycled. Requires a reserve to be maintained for the unsecured portion of debt incurred for the bond recycling program and establishes a reserve for HHFDC as a subaccount of the rental housing revolving fund. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
WAM |
HB1760 |
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SB2340
Construction Defect; Inspection; Offer to Repair; Housing; Contractors
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS.
Provides a timeframe for a claimant to accept a contractor's proposal to inspect an alleged construction defect. Provides a timeframe for a claimant and contractor to agree to the date of the inspection. Provides a timeframe for a claimant to accept a contractor's offer to repair or settle. Limits the remedies for a claimant who unreasonably rejects a contractor's proposal to inspect or offer to repair or settle, or both. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
RHOADS |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2341
Transportation; Motor Vehicles; Traffic Fines; Insurance Minimums; Increases
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Increases certain traffic fines and required motor vehicle insurance minimums. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC/CPN. |
RHOADS |
TCA, JDC/CPN |
HB1538 |
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SB2342 SD2 HD3 CD1
Transportation; Motor Vehicles; Traffic Laws; Penalties; Insurance Minimums; Insurance Rates; Rate Filings; Insurance Coverage Requirements
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Increases the penalties for violations of repeated driving without motor vehicle insurance and, beginning 1/1/2026, increases required motor vehicle insurance minimums. Clarifies the required coverage for shared cars that are made available through a peer-to-peer car-sharing program during the car-sharing period. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to solicit rate filings from motor vehicle insurers. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RHOADS |
TRN, CPC |
HB1539 |
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SB2343
EOA; Long-Term Care; Master Plan; Report; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE.
Requires the Executive Office on Aging to create a comprehensive long-term care master plan to accomplish long-term care policy goals that, when implemented, ensure the availability of a full continuum of institutional and community-based services. Establishes a long-term care planner position within the EOA to oversee the development and implementation of the long-term care master plan. Requires the EOA to submit a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2224 |
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SB2344 SD1
Permanent Supportive Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; GO Bonds; HPHA; HHFDC; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority for the development and construction of permanent supportive housing for certain vulnerable individuals. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to consider any available federal low-income housing tax credits needed for construction of permanent supportive housing units. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
HB2304 |
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SB2345 SD2 HD2
DLE; Crisis Intervention Training; Positions; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CRISIS INTERVENTION.
Authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to coordinate crisis intervention training for state and county law enforcement agencies. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 4:45 PM; CR 016. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Elefante, Wakai |
HLT, FIN |
HB2250 |
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SB2346 SD1
DLE; Firearms; Voluntary Buyback Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct a voluntary firearm buyback program in each county of the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
1/31/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2347 HD1 CD1
Habitual Violent Crime; Criminal Law
RELATING TO CRIME.
Establishes the offense of habitual violent crime. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to submit a report to the Legislature before the Regular Sessions of 2025 and 2026. Requires the prosecuting attorney of each county to submit data to the Department of the Attorney General for the purposes of the reports. Repeals 6/30/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Wakai |
JHA |
HB2252 |
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SB2348 SD1
Photo Red Light Imaging; Highway Safety; Traffic Violations; Transportation
RELATING TO PHOTO RED LIGHT IMAGING DETECTOR SYSTEMS.
Provides that any photo red light imaging detector system's clear and unobstructed recorded image of a motor vehicle license plate shall be prima facie evidence that the motor vehicle to which the license plate is attached is the motor vehicle for which the license plate was issued. Requires the State, the county, or the State's or county's third party contractor to implement a process to record the date on which the summons or citation was submitted to the post office, which shall be prima facie evidence of the date the summons or citation was submitted to the post office. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Wakai |
TCA, JDC |
HB2071 |
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SB2349 SD1
Gasoline-Powered Leaf Blowers; Prohibition; Fines; Government Agency Exemption; Repeal
RELATING TO LEAF BLOWERS.
Prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or operation of gasoline-powered leaf blowers. Increases the amounts of fines for offenses against leaf blower restrictions and provides for the forfeiture of gasoline-powered leaf blowers on a third violation. Removes the exemption on leaf blower restrictions for government agencies. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, Wakai |
AEN, CPN/JDC |
HB2306 |
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SB2350 SD2 HD2 CD1
Motor Vehicles; Motor Scooters; Noisy Mufflers; Fines
RELATING TO NOISE POLLUTION.
Establishes a separate prohibition on driving motor vehicles with noisy mufflers on public highways in high density population areas. Establishes separate fines for violations of motor scooter and motor vehicle muffler laws. Defines "high density population areas". (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, Wakai |
TRN, CPC |
HB2251 |
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SB2351 SD2 HD2
DLIR; Hawaii Workforce Development Council; Conflict of Interest; Chairperson of Board; K-12 Agriculture Workforce Development Pipeline Initiative ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Amends the Hawaii Workforce Development Council law to be consistent with the General Appropriations Act of 2021. Renames "Hawaii Workforce Development Council" to "Hawaii Workforce Development Board". Requires the Hawaii Workforce Development Board and local workforce development boards to develop written conflict of interest policies. Amends provisions related to the selection of the Chairperson, duties, and powers of the Hawaii Workforce Development Board. Repeals the requirement for the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to submit an annual report to the Legislature on the activities of the K-12 Agriculture Workforce Development Pipeline Initiative. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/22/2024- Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
HB2199 |
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SB2352 SD1
Department of Human Resources Development; Vacant Positions; Legislative Reporting Requirement
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT.
Repeals the requirement that the Director of Human Resources Development must submit a report to the Legislature before reclassifying and abolishing vacant positions within State departments and agencies that are under the jurisdiction of DHRD. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
HB2658 |
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SB2353
DOE; School Facilities Authority; Building Maintenance
RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FACILITIES.
Requires the Board of Education to adopt rules for facility maintenance. Requires that the condition of Department of Education facilities be periodically evaluated. |
(S)
1/19/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, Elefante, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2527 |
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SB2354 SD1
Alcohol; Beer; Liquor Law; Brewpubs
RELATING TO ALCOHOL.
Expands the definition of "beer" under the intoxicating liquor law to mean any alcoholic beverage containing not less than 0.5% alcohol by volume obtained by fermentation of any infusion or decoction of malt or any substitute, including alcohol seltzer beverages and excluding sake, cooler beverages, and other distilled products. Authorizes brewpubs to sell beer they manufacture, or beer manufactured on their premises, subject to certain conditions. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (SD1) |
(S)
4/22/2024- Act 009, 04/19/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1109). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
JHA |
HB2522 |
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SB2355
Motor Vehicles; Ownership; Title Transfer; Attestation
RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.
Allows a letter of attestation to the Director of Finance to act as an endorsed certificate for motor vehicle transfer. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
RHOADS |
TCA, JDC |
HB2322 |
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SB2356
DOD; State Wildfire Marshal; State Wildfire Chief; State Wildfire Corps; State Wildfire Fuel Reduction Task Force; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRES.
Establishes within the Department of Defense the position and duties of State Wildfire Marshal, the position and duties of State Wildfire Chief, the State Wildfire Corps, and the State Wildfire Fuel Reduction Task Force. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
AEN/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB2357
DLNR; Green Environmental Fee Program; License; Penalties; Green Environmental Fee Special Fund; Report to Legislature; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL FEES.
Establishes a Green Environmental Fee Program that requires certain users to purchase an annual license for the use of a state beach, park, forest, trail, or other natural area on state land, to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Establishes a Green Environmental Fee Special Fund, into which shall be deposited fees, penalties, appropriations, and gifts and donations for the program; allows moneys deposited into the fund to be used for the marketing and publication of the program and for transfers to the Beach Restoration Special Fund, State Parks Special Fund, and Hawaii Statewide Trail and Access Program, known as Na Ala Hele. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Makes an appropriation to establish positions within the Department of Land and Natural Resources in support of the program. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EET/WTL, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, McKelvey |
EET/WTL, WAM/JDC |
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SB2358
HISC; Viability Funding; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Appropriates funds to support the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to ensure its long-term viability and prevent future problems. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2104 |
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SB2359
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Hawaii Ant Lab; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Appropriates funding for the Hawaii Ant Lab to support little fire ant mitigation and eradication efforts. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, AWA, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2132 |
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SB2360 SD1
DOH; Cesspools; Cesspool Compliance Pilot Grant Project; Report; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOL CONVERSIONS.
Requires the Department of Health to submit a report to the Legislature on the cesspool Compliance Pilot Grant Project prior to the Regular Session of 2025. Establishes three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) positions to implement the Cesspool Compliance Pilot Grant Project established by Act 153, SLH 2022. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
AEN, WAM |
HB1898 |
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SB2361 SD1
DOA; Grant Specialist Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes two permanent full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) grant specialist positions within the Department of Agriculture. Declares that the general expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, McKelvey |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2362 SD1 HD1
Ornamental Ginger; Pathogens; Research and Prevention; UH; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ORNAMENTAL GINGER.
Appropriates funds for statewide research into ornamental ginger pathogens, prevention of the spread of ornamental ginger pathogens, production and distribution of pathogen-free ornamental ginger plants, and outreach to ornamental producers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 04-26-24 3:30PM in conference room 325. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Shimabukuro |
AGR, FIN |
HB2140 |
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SB2363
HDOA; Agricultural Crime Pilot Project; Honolulu; Kauai; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish a two-year agricultural crime pilot project to examine the effectiveness of prosecuting agricultural crimes, including agricultural theft and agricultural vandalism, in the City and County of Honolulu and County of Kauai. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB1584 |
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SB2364
Plant-Based Building Materials Working Group; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Plant-Based Building Materials Working Group to report on how best to grow plants and develop plant-based building materials in Hawaii and provide economic development and green jobs while sequestering greenhouse gases to help achieve the State's climate target. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO |
AEN/EET, WAM |
HB2754 |
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SB2365
Department of Education; Farm to School Meals; Recognition Program; Department High Schools; School Meals; Plant-based Option
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a recognition program to incentivize schools to submit to the Department a plan for the school to reach the local farm to school meal goal of thirty per cent of food served in the school to consist of locally sourced products by 2030. Requires public high schools under the Department of Education to provide plant based meals as an option under the school meals program. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Fukunaga |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
HB2083 |
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SB2366
Neonicotinoid Pesticides; Restricted Use Pesticides
RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.
Classifies neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides and establishes a list of chemicals that belong to the neonicotinoid class of chemicals. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
AEN, CPN |
HB1582 |
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SB2367
Environmental Impact Assessments; Power-Generating Facilities; Combustion; Electricity
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Clarifies the definition of "power-generating facility" for the purposes of environmental impact assessments to include new combustion electricity-generating facilities operating beginning January 1, 2024, that were not previously operational. Includes power-generating facilities that are converting from one source of energy to another source, where the new source requires combustion and the electrical output rating of the converted facility exceeds 5.0 megawatts. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EET, CPN. |
GABBARD, KIDANI, Fevella |
EET, CPN |
HB2097, HB2798 |
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SB2368 SD1
DOH; Packaging Waste; Needs Assessment; Extended Producer Responsibility Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Requires the Department of Health to conduct a statewide needs assessment to inform the future establishment of an extended producer responsibility program for packaging waste. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Kim |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
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SB2369 SD1
Toxic Chemicals; Working Group; PFAS; Reports
RELATED TO TOXIC CHEMICALS.
Establishes a working group to investigate the existence and environmental dangers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and related chemicals. Requires reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN/HHS, CPN/WAM |
HB2797 |
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SB2370
DOH; Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances; PFAS; Wastewater Management; Testing; Rules; Permits; Prohibition
RELATING TO WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT.
Requires a wastewater treatment plant to test sewage sludge and any other residual material for the presence of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Requires the Department of Health to adopt administrative rules for the safe disposal and sequestration of sewage sludge and other residual material that contain any amount of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Prohibits the issuance or renewal of permits if testing yields perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in sewage sludge or other residual material on land used for agronomic purposes, on land where drainage tiles have been installed, on land that drains into waters of the State, or land in a five hundred-year floodplain. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2785 |
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SB2371
DOH; University of Hawaii; PFAS Testing Grant Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Establishes the PFAS Testing Grant Program within the Department of Health to provide funding to assist communities, businesses, and residents throughout the State in obtaining testing services and biological sampling to identify and detect perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Re-Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
HHS/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB2783 |
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SB2372
Energy; Pollution; Environmental Assessment; Power-Generating Facility; Fuel Source
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Redefines power-generating facility to include those that rely on the combustion of any fuel source which exceeds 5.0 megawatts. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EET, CPN. |
GABBARD, KIDANI |
EET, CPN |
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SB2373
Irrigation; General Obligation Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IRRIGATION.
Authorizes the director of finance to issue general obligation bonds to finance capital improvements to various irrigation systems. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2374 SD1
Judiciary Package; Supplemental Budget; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates funds for the Judiciary Supplemental budget for the 2023-2025 biennium. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1911 |
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SB2375
Judiciary Package; District Court Judges; First Circuit
RELATING TO JUDGES FOR THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST CIRCUIT.
Establishes one additional district court judgeship in the First Circuit. |
(S)
2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1912 |
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SB2376
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Court-appointed Counsel; Guardian Ad Litem; Fees; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO COMPENSATION FOR COURT-APPOINTED REPRESENTATION.
Increases the rate of compensation and maximum allowable amounts per case for court-appointed counsel and guardian ad litem in family court proceedings. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1913 |
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SB2377
Judiciary Package; Criminal Proceedings; Court-appointed Counsel; Fees; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO COMPENSATION FOR COURT-APPOINTED COUNSEL.
Increases the rate of compensation and maximum allowable amounts per case for court-appointed counsel in criminal proceedings. Appropriates funds. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB1914 |
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SB2378
Judiciary Package; Uniform Probate Code
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM PROBATE CODE.
Updates the Uniform Probate Code by reducing the number of required publications of a notice to creditors by a trustee to once a week for two successive weeks, consistent with amendments made by Act 158, SLH 2023, to publication requirements applicable to probate matters generally. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1915 |
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SB2379
Judiciary Package; Safety; Public Servants; Personal Information
RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ASSOCIATED WITH CERTAIN PUBLIC SERVANTS.
Prohibits government agencies, persons, and organizations from publicly disclosing the personal information of certain public servants and their families upon receiving a written request. Establishes a misdemeanor offense for individuals who post personal information on the Internet in reckless disregard of the risk of harm to certain public servants and their families. Authorizes the display of personal information that is relevant to and displayed as part of a news story, commentary, editorial, or other speech on a matter of public concern. Effective 1/1/2025. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Re-Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB1916 |
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SB2380
Judiciary Package; Public Employment Cost Items; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Appropriates moneys for collective bargaining cost items for judiciary employees and their excluded counterparts. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/LBT, WAM |
HB1917 |
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SB2381 SD2
Comprehensive Public Funding; CSC; Report to Legislature ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCING FOR CANDIDATES TO ELECTED OFFICE.
Establishes a comprehensive system of public financing for all candidates seeking election to state and county public offices in the State of Hawaii, to begin with the 2028 general election year. Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to submit a progress and final report to the Legislature. (SD2) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB2321 |
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SB2382
AG; Mental Health; Assisted Community Treatment
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Department of the Attorney General to assist with the preparation and filing of petitions for assisted community treatment and with the presentation of the case, unless declined by the petitioner. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
RHOADS, MORIWAKI |
HHS, JDC |
HB2159 |
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SB2383
Fuel Tax Credit; Commercial Fishers; Repeal
RELATING TO CREDITS FOR FUEL TAXES PAID BY COMMERCIAL FISHERS.
Repeals the fuel tax credit for commercial fishers. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
RHOADS |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2384
Blood Alcohol Concentration; Driving Under the Influence; Motor Vehicles; Alcohol
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol concentration threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from 0.08 to 0.05. |
(H)
3/8/2024- Re-referred to TRN, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 19 |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
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SB2385 SD1 HD1
Justices and Judges; Appointment; Constitutional Amendment (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VI, SECTION 3 OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION TO PLACE PROCEDURAL RESTRICTIONS ON THE TIMING OF JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS AND CONFIRMATIONS.
Proposes an amendment to the Hawaii State Constitution to prohibit the Judicial Selection Commission from presenting a list of judicial nominees to the Governor or Chief Justice between August 1 and November 30. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Ihara, Kidani |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2386
Presidential Preference Primary Election; Establishment
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Establishes presidential preference primary elections for the 2028 election cycle. Takes effect 6/1/2027. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Fukunaga, Kidani, Wakai |
JDC |
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SB2387
Real Property; Land Owner; Error
RELATING TO OWNERS OF LAND.
Corrects erroneous references in chapters 520 and 520A, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
(S)
4/12/2024- Act 003, 04/11/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1103). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
HB1920 |
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SB2388
ERS; Russia Divestment; Belarus Divestment; Russo-Ukrainian War
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Prohibits the Employees' Retirement System from acquiring securities of companies that have active business operations with Russia or Belarus. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to LBT/TCA, WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS |
LBT/TCA, WAM/JDC |
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SB2389
Beverage Redemption Centers; Refillable Beverage Containers; Beverage Container Refunds; Regional Centers
RELATING TO BEVERAGE CONTAINERS.
Allows for the establishment of additional regional centers for the redemption of refillable beverage containers. Repeals exemptions for certain beverage dealers. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
RHOADS |
AEN, JDC |
HB1993 |
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SB2390
Department of Health; Wetlands; Isolated Wetlands; State Waters; Water Pollution
RELATING TO WATER.
Defines "isolated wetlands" and "wetlands". Clarifies the definition of "state waters" to include wetlands and isolated wetlands. Requires the Director of Health to determine all wetlands in the State, including whether a wetland is an isolated wetland or is included in the waters of the United States. Prohibit persons from discharging any water pollutant into or at any location that enters state waters. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS/WTL/AEN, JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HHS/WTL/AEN, JDC |
HB1929 |
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SB2391
Child Labor Law; Exemption; State of Hawaii; United States; Political Subdivisions
RELATING TO CHILD LABOR LAW.
Removes the exemption of the State, political subdivisions, and United States from the child labor law. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
LBT, JDC |
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SB2392 SD1
Elections; Candidates; Ballots; Electors; Disqualification
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Specifies that election ballots issued by the Chief Election Officer or county clerk shall exclude any candidate who is disqualified by a constitutional or statutory provision. Provides for a process for challenging an inclusion or exclusion of a candidate from a ballot. Includes a candidate's disqualification as grounds for an election contest complaint. Specifies that electors of presidential and vice presidential candidates shall not be individuals who are disqualified by a constitutional or statutory provision. Prohibits electors from voting for any presidential or vice presidential nominee who has been disqualified pursuant to section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; article XVI, section 3, of the Hawaii State Constitution; or another constitutional or statutory provision as determined by a federal court or the Supreme Court. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2393
Constitutional Amendment; Public Office; Disqualification (ConAm)
AMENDING ARTICLE XVI, SECTION 3, OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO PREVENT CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS FROM SERVING IN PUBLIC OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT.
Proposes to amend article XVI, section 3, of the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to more closely reflect the language of Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. (ConAm) |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
RHOADS |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2394
State Water Code; Commission on Water Resource Management; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty of $50 and a maximum penalty of $60,000 per violation of the State Water Code, expands the types of potential violations of the State Water Code, and makes each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Requires the Commission on Water Resource Management to consider certain factors when imposing penalties. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Elefante |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
HB1544 |
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SB2395 SD1
Judiciary; Criminal Justice Research Institute; Probation Pilot Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A PROBATION COMPLIANCE CREDITS PROGRAM.
Requires the Judiciary to establish a Compliance Credits Pilot Program for probationers that comply with their conditions of supervision. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, Keohokalole |
JDC, WAM |
HB1626 |
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SB2396
Elections; Electioneering Communications; Synthetic Media; Deepfakes; Prohibitions
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Prohibits the distribution of electioneering communications before an election that a person knows or should have known are deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes of a candidate or party. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, MCKELVEY |
JDC |
HB1766 |
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SB2397 SD2
DHHL; Native Hawaiian Caucus; Lessees; Waiting List; Sale; Transfer; Right of First Refusal
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Excludes from any waiting list maintained by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands any lessee or successor who sells or transfers their lease on a tract of Hawaiian home lands for personal gain. Establishes that the Hawaiian Homes Commission shall have a right of first refusal for the sale or transfer of a lessee's interest in the lease when the sale or transfer is for personal gain. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2398
Employees' Retirement System Benefits; Retirement Benefits; Felony Conviction; Forfeiture
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Authorizes a court to order the forfeiture of all of the Employees' Retirement System (ERS) benefits of an ERS member, former member, or retirant upon conviction of the individual for a felony related to the state or county employment of the individual. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2399 SD1
General Excise Tax; Produce; Exemption
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Exempts the gross proceeds received after 12/31/2023 by a farmer for the sale of produce from the general excise tax. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2400 SD1
HTA; Board Members; Holdover Position; Term Limits
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY.
Reduces the number of members on the Hawaii Tourism Authority Board of Directors and number of members that constitute a quorum. Makes certain amendments to membership eligibility. Prohibits holdover board members of the Hawaii Tourism Authority from holding office beyond the commencement of the next legislative session following the expiration of the member's term of office. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, WAKAI |
EET, JDC |
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SB2401 SD2 HD2 CD1
DOA; Counties; Feral Chickens; Feral Animals; Control Program; Education Campaign
RELATING TO FERAL CHICKENS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to work with each county to implement feral chicken control programs and feeding of feral animals education campaign. Requires each county to match the funds expended by the Department of Agriculture for the implementation of the feral chicken control program and feeding of feral animals education campaign in that county. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Gabbard, San Buenaventura |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2402
Kimchi Day; November 22
RELATING TO KIMCHI DAY.
Designates November 22 of each year as "Kimchi Day" in the State. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to TCA. |
KIM, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Wakai |
TCA |
HB1950 |
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SB2403 SD1
Government Accountability; Legislative Hearings; Studies and Reports; State Funded Programs
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY.
Requires any report of a study or an audit enacted with a legislative appropriation or adopted by concurrent resolution to be submitted to the chairs of the appropriate subject matter committee of each house of the State Legislature. Requires a public hearing or informational briefing to be held within one year of receipt of the report, except under certain circumstances. Requires a public hearing or informational briefing to be held within one year of the publication of the performance audit reports. Exempts financial and other regularly occurring audits. Requires state departments and agencies to submit a report to the Legislature containing certain information regarding newly enacted, funded state programs within one year of the date on which the program's enabling Act became law. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, San Buenaventura |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2404 SD1 HD1
Condominiums; Association Meetings; Voting; Proxies; Proxy Forms
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Repeals the requirement that a standard proxy form authorized by the unit owners' association contain a box wherein an owner may indicate that the proxy is given to the board as a whole and that the vote is to be made on the basis of the preference of the majority of the directors present at the meeting. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Hussey-Burdick voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Kong, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
KIM, FEVELLA, Gabbard |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2405 HD1
Elections; Campaign Finance; Use of Campaign Funds; Child Care; Vital Household Dependent Care
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Allows campaign funds to be used for a candidate's child care and vital household dependent care costs under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/17/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 690). |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2406 SD1 HD1
HTA; Contracts; Marketing; Hawaii Convention Center; Reports
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY.
Requires contracts entered into by the Hawaii Tourism Authority for management of the Hawaii Convention Center facility to include marketing for all uses of the facility. Amends the frequency with which the Hawaii Tourism Authority is required to submit a report of contracts and agreements it enters into. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Amato, Garcia, Hussey-Burdick, Matsumoto, Tam voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Kapela, Kong, Perruso, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, Gabbard, San Buenaventura |
TOU, FIN |
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SB2407
BOE; DOE; Financial Literacy; Curriculum; 9-12 Coursework; Professional Development; Rules
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to include the teaching of financial literacy in grades nine through twelve. Requires students in grades nine through twelve to complete one course in financial literacy before graduation. Requires the Board of Education to provide professional development to teachers who are teaching financial literacy courses. Requires the Board of Education to adopt administrative rules to implement financial literacy education curriculum and regularly review the financial literacy curricula plan. Authorizes the Board of Education to consult with other state and county agencies, private entities, and nonprofit organizations to disseminate information on financial literacy education resources. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2408
DLNR; BLNR; Dams and Reservoirs; Grant Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO DAM AND APPURTENANCE SAFETY.
Establishes the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program for plans, design, construction, and equipment that is used to improve or remove deficient dams and appurtenances as determined by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Specifies eligibility requirements for dam and appurtenance improvement or removal grants. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
WTL, WAM |
HB2141 |
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SB2409
DOH; Environmental Toxins; Testing laboratory; Harmful Substances; Diseases; Natural Resources; CIP; GO Bond ($)
RELATING TO AN ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS LABORATORY.
Requires the Department of Health to construct, establish, and operate an environmental toxins testing laboratory to test samples submitted by the public for diseases; water, air, and soil quality; and complex testing. Allows the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, Richards |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2099, HB2784 |
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SB2410
DOA; Feasibility Study; Aquaculture Park; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a feasibility study to identify potential sites in the State for an aquaculture park that promotes commercial aquaculture expansion. Requires a report to the Legislature prior to the Regular Session of 2025. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, Elefante, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2618 |
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SB2411 SD1
DOA; Invasive Species; Control and Mitigation; Two-Lined Spittlebug; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE TWO-LINED SPITTLEBUG.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Agriculture to mitigate and control the spread of the two-lined spittlebug and to fund recovery efforts for areas affected by it. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
HB2131 |
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SB2412 SD1
DOA; Aquaculture Advisory Committee; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Establishes the Aquaculture Advisory Committee within the Department of Agriculture. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Elefante, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2617 |
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SB2413 SD2 HD1 CD1
BOA; Agricultural Lands; Leases; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Board of Agriculture to submit a report to the Legislature on the percentage of agricultural lands that are suitable for farming and actively farmed and certain dollar amounts relating to lease transfers between lessees. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Elefante, Moriwaki |
AGR, FIN |
HB1971 |
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SB2414 SD1
DOA; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Sustainable Food Systems Working Group; Interagency Food Systems Plan; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Sustainable Food Systems Working Group. Requires a report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2025. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Establishes an unspecified number of positions within the Department of Agriculture. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, LEE, MCKELVEY |
AEN, WAM |
HB2130 |
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SB2415
Elections; Voting; Security; Crime; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO ELECTION INTEGRITY.
Imposes new security requirements for voting systems. Deems certain acts relating to election tampering or security breaches as acts of election fraud. Appropriates moneys for video security surveillance recording equipment for the state's voting system. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
GABBARD |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2416
UH; Poamoho Research Station; CIP; General Obligation Bonds ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for a capital improvement project for the repair, maintenance, and demolition of buildings at the Poamoho Research Station. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM. |
GABBARD |
HRE, WAM |
HB2135 |
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SB2417
University of Hawaii; Foreign Agriculture Small Equipment; Pilot Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to establish a Foreign Agriculture Small Equipment Pilot Program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HRE/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD |
HRE/AEN, WAM |
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SB2418 SD1
EALs; Toxic Chemicals; Pollutants; Procedural Requirements; Public Notice
RELATED TO TOXIC CHEMICALS.
Requires state agencies that monitor environmental toxins and pollutants to establish environmental action levels (EALs) to ensure the preservation of a safe environment. Prohibits modifications to EALs unless certain procedural requirements are met. Allows any State resident to petition for modifications to an established EAL. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/GVO, WAM |
HB2799 |
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SB2419 SD1 HD1
Department of Agriculture; Biosecurity; Pest Control; Invasive Species; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds for the biosecurity program of the Department of Agriculture to develop and implement projects for clean plant material, agricultural treatments, diagnostics, and pest management. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
GABBARD |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2420
Department of Education; Public Schools; Public Charter Schools; Private Schools; High School Graduation Requirements; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; Heimlich Maneuver; Health Education
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires all public, private, and charter schools in the State to include thirty minutes of instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and training in the proper performance of the Heimlich maneuver in their health education curriculum required for graduation for students in grades 9-12. Specifies instruction requirements. Waives liability for instruction under certain circumstances. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD |
EDU, WAM/JDC |
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SB2421
DOA; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Hawaii Healthy Food Incentive Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM INCENTIVES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for the continued administration of the Hawaii Healthy Food Incentive Program and to provide matching funds to beneficiaries who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2422
Department of Agriculture; Agribusiness Development Corporation; CIP; Agricultural Infrastructure; GO Bonds; Food and Product Innovation Network; Waiahole Water System; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects per the agricultural infrastructure of the State, a food and product innovation network, and outstanding debt on the Waiahole water system. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2423 SD1
DOA; Healthy Soils Program; Carbon Sequestration; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish a Healthy Soils Program. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2424
DOA; Program Specialist Position; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture a program specialist position. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/31/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2425
Cesspools; DOH; Public Outreach and Education; Real Property; Mandatory Seller Disclosures; Appropriation
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Authorizes and appropriates funds to the Department of Health to retain qualified consultants as necessary to identify necessary public outreach and education resources and tools and develop a comprehensive public outreach strategy and website to educate homeowners and wastewater industry professionals about information and resources regarding the State's cesspool upgrade, conversion, and connection requirements and deadlines. Requires that mandatory seller disclosures in real estate transactions include whether the property has a cesspool, including the date by which state law mandates that the cesspool be upgraded, converted, or connected, and the priority level of the cesspool according to the Hawaii cesspool hazard assessment and prioritization tool. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM/CPN. |
GABBARD |
AEN/HHS, WAM/CPN |
HB1894 |
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SB2426 SD1
Cesspools; Cesspool Conversion Working Group; Mandatory Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection; Prioritization; Income Tax Credit; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Part II: Requires certain priority level 1 cesspools to be upgraded, converted, or connected before 1/1/2035, and priority level 2 cesspools to be upgraded, converted, or connected before 1/1/2045, rather than before 1/1/2050. Part III: Appropriates funds to implement the cesspool compliance pilot grant project established pursuant to Act 153, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. Declares that the general expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Part IV: Establishes an income tax credit for the cost of upgrading or converting a qualified cesspool to a director of health-approved wastewater system or connecting to a sewerage system. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
HB1892 |
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SB2427
PFAS; Food Packaging; Food Service Ware; Cosmetics; Personal Care Products; Prohibition
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Prohibits the manufacture, sale, offer for sale, distribution for sale, and distribution for use of any food packaging, food service ware, cosmetic, or personal care product that contains intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, with certain exceptions. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to AEN, CPN. |
GABBARD |
AEN, CPN |
HB1896 |
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SB2428 SD1
ADC; Hawaii Agricultural Investment Program; Reports; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Investment Program within the Agribusiness Development Corporation to support local agricultural producers. Requires annual reports. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds for program and two positions. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/EET, WAM |
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SB2429
Department of Education; Farm to School Meals; Recognition Program; Department High Schools; School Meals; Plant-based Option
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a recognition program to incentivize schools to submit to the Department a plan for the school to reach the local farm to school meal goal of thirty per cent of food served in the school to consist of locally sourced products by 2030. Requires public high schools under the Department of Education to provide plant based meals as an option under the school meals program. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
HB2083 |
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SB2430
BOA; Agricultural Lands; Leases; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Board of Agriculture to submit a report on the percentage of agricultural lands that are suitable for farming and actively farmed and certain dollar amounts relating to lease transfers between lessees. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
HB1971 |
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SB2431
DOA; Agricultural Emergency Loan Revolving Fund; Establishment; Class D Loans; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Establishes the Agricultural Emergency Loan Revolving Fund to be administered by the Department of Agriculture, to fund Class "D" loans. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2432 SD1
Income Tax; Agriculture; Investors; Food Manufacturer Tax Credit
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a food manufacturer tax credit. Defines "qualified taxpayer" as a manufacturer that produces value-added processed, agricultural, or food products. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2433
Menstrual Equity; Menstrual Products; University of Hawaii
RELATING TO MENSTRUAL EQUITY.
Requires the University of Hawaii to provide menstrual products free of charge to all students on all campuses, including community colleges and education centers. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HRE/HHS, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, Kidani |
HRE/HHS, WAM |
HB2177 |
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SB2434
State Fire Marshal; Fire Enforcement Officers; State Fire Council; Fire Risks; State Lands; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Establishes the position of the State Fire Marshal. Authorizes the State Fire Marshal to employ seven fire enforcement officers to issue citations to and remove persons creating fire risks on state lands. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Fukunaga, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
HB2106 |
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SB2435 SD1
DHHL; Beneficiaries; Lease Awards; Successors
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Authorizes the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to administer an undivided interest Lease Award Program for beneficiaries on the homestead lease waiting list who are sixty years old or older or terminally ill, under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to adopt rules by a certain date. Takes effect on either the date of the Secretary of the Interior's notification that congressional approval of this Act is unnecessary, or on the date of consent by the United States Congress. (SD1) |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2436
Recycling; Construction Waste; Priority Offeror Selections
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION WASTE.
Requires recycling of construction and demolition materials and use of recycled materials to factor into priority offeror selections for competitive procurements of construction or demolition services by the State or any county. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
GVO/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB2101 |
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SB2437
Waste Diversion; Construction Waste; State Building Codes; Requirements; International Green Construction Code
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION WASTE.
Requires the State Building Codes to incorporate the International Green Construction Code. Sets specified targets for the recycling, reuse, donation, and resale of nonhazardous construction waste. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to PSM/AEN, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
PSM/AEN, WAM |
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SB2438
Department of Land and Natural Resources; State Historic Preservation Division; Burial Sites
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires, rather than allows, any person who violates chapter 6E, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to appear before the Board of Land and Natural Resources. Requires, rather than allows, the Board of Land and Natural Resources to impose fines. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Re-Referred to WTL/HWN, JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
WTL/HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2609 |
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SB2439 SD1 HD1 CD1
Limitation of Actions; Sexual Offenses; Adults
RELATING TO LIMITATION OF ACTIONS.
Extends the statute of limitations for civil actions brought by persons subjected to sexual offenses as an adult against the person who committed the act. Allows a claim to be brought against legal entities during the two-year window period if there is a finding of gross negligence. Authorizes a court to award attorney's fees to a defendant when an accusation of sexual abuse was made with no basis in fact and with malicious intent. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, Kidani |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2440
DLNR; SHPD; Burial Sites; Archaeological Inventory Surveys; Contractors; Developers
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to compile a list of approved archaeologists to ensure the quality and integrity of archaeological services contracted by developers. Specifies information to be included in an archaeological inventory survey. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
WTL, WAM |
HB2607 |
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SB2441
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; Hawaii Administrative Rules; Burial Sites; Native Hawaiians
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to amend the definition of "lineal descent", in HAR, to allow applicants to better claim lineal descent status to remains found at burial sites. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
WTL/HWN, JDC |
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SB2442
State Historic Preservation Division; Burial Sites
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Clarifies the definition of "burial site". |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kidani |
WTL/HWN, JDC |
HB2608 |
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SB2443 SD2 HD2 CD1
Department of Transportation; Highway Safety; Automated Speed Enforcement System; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Establishes the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program, to be implemented by the State in only those locations where a photo red light imaging detector system has been implemented. Creates a new offense of noncompliance with maximum speed limit under an automated speed enforcement system. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, MORIWAKI, Kidani, Wakai |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
HB2267 |
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SB2444 SD1
Public Safety; Emergencies; Civil Defense; Pacific Palisades; Emergency Siren; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCIES.
Appropriates funds for the installation of a new outdoor emergency siren in the Pacific Palisades area of Oahu. Declares that the general expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
1/31/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, Kidani, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
HB2016 |
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SB2445 SD1
DOT; Emergency Egress; Pacific Palisades; Report
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to identify an emergency egress route other than Komo Mai Drive from Pacific Palisades or, if no other route can be found, determine the feasibility of constructing an alternate emergency egress route. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
TCA, WAM |
HB2015 |
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SB2446
Ohana Zones Pilot Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO OHANA ZONES.
Appropriates funds to the governor for the ohana zones pilot program. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HHS, WAM |
HB2326 |
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SB2447
Office of Hawaiian Affairs; Board of Agriculture
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE.
Adds the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to the Board of Agriculture. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AGR, JHA |
HB2145 |
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SB2448
Salary Withheld; Indebtedness to the Government; Payment
RELATING TO INDEBTEDNESS TO THE STATE.
Reduces the time requirement when a disbursing officer shall inform the employee of indebtedness. Reduces the minimum amount owed per pay period from $100 to $50 or 5% of the new employee's wages. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2449 SD1
Collective Bargaining in Public Employment; Repricing of Classes; Negotiations; Impasse Procedures
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Requires employers to initiate negotiations on repricing of classes within a bargaining unit within 30 days of its receipt of the exclusive representative's written request to negotiate. Establishes that the employer's failure to initiate the negotiation within this time frame and the parties' failure to reach an agreement within 90 days of the exclusive representative's written request to negotiate, or by January 31 of the year in which the collective bargaining agreement is due to expire, whichever is earlier, constitute an impasse and the dispute shall be subject to the impasse procedures in section 89-11, HRS. Takes effect of 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Shimabukuro |
LBT, WAM/JDC |
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SB2450 SD1 HD1
DOT; Harbors; Ocean Transport Containers; Weight; Fines
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to weigh any ocean transport container offloaded at any harbor in the State and fine any company that offloads an ocean transport container having an excessive gross weight. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/28/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TRN, CPC |
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SB2451 SD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Hawaii Natural Energy Institute; Atmospheric Carbon Capture Plant; Reports
RELATING TO AN ATMOSPHERIC CARBON CAPTURE PLANT.
Directs the Hawaii State Energy Office, in conjunction with the Hawaii Natural Energy Institute, to develop and submit an interim and final strategy report to the Legislature for the construction of at least one atmospheric carbon capture plant in the State by      . Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2452
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Correctional Facilities; Inmates; Solitary Confinement; Restrictions; Vulnerable Populations; Report
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Restricts the use of solitary confinement in state-operated and state-contracted correctional facilities, with certain specified exceptions. Prohibits the use of solitary confinement and requires the use of appropriate alternatives for committed persons who are members of a vulnerable population. Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to develop written policies and procedures regarding solitary confinement by 7/1/2025. Requires the Department to develop policies and procedures to review committed persons placed in solitary confinement and develop a plan for committed persons currently in solitary confinement by 4/1/2025. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2025. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB1812 |
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SB2453
Campaign Spending; Solicitations; Contributions
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Requires certain solicitations that reference disasters to include a disclosure. Deems violators guilty of a class C felony. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to JDC. |
RHOADS, Elefante |
JDC |
HB2072 |
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SB2454
Mail; Deceptive; Unsolicited; Prohibitions
RELATING TO MAIL.
Prohibits certain entities from distributing unsolicited mail that is reasonably likely to cause the recipient to believe that a governmental agency has approved of the distribution. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, LEE |
CPN, JDC |
HB2073 |
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SB2455
DLE; Graffiti Task Force; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO GRAFFITI.
Appropriates funds to establish the Graffiti Task Force within the Department of Law Enforcement to identify ways to reduce graffiti in Hawaii. Declares that the general services fund ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
RHOADS |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2456
Controlled Substances Registration; Public Interest Factors; Licensing
RELATING TO LICENSING.
Includes the prevention of activities within an applicant's premises and adjacent areas that are potentially injurious to the health, safety, and welfare of the public and neighborhood as a factor for determining whether a controlled substances registration is in the public interest. |
(S)
1/22/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
RHOADS |
HHS, JDC |
HB2064 |
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SB2457
Liquor Licenses; Renewal; Protest; Denial
RELATING TO LIQUOR LICENSES.
Provides that the Liquor Commission or other licensing agency of each county shall deny the renewal of certain current liquor licenses upon receipt of sufficient protests. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
RHOADS |
GVO, CPN |
HB2525 |
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SB2458
Department of Health; Community Care Foster Family Home; Primary Caregiver; Substitute Caregiver
RELATING TO COMMUNITY CARE FOSTER FAMILY HOMES.
Allows the primary caregiver to be absent from the community care foster family home; provided that the substitute caregiver is present during the absence. |
(S)
1/31/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
AQUINO |
HHS, JDC |
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SB2459
Collective Bargaining in Public Employment; Repricing of Classes; Negotiations; Impasse Procedures
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Requires the employer to initiate negotiations on repricing of classes within a bargaining unit within thirty days of its receipt of the exclusive representative's written request to negotiate. Establishes that the employer's failure to initiate the negotiation within such time frame and the parties' failure to reach an agreement within ninety days of the exclusive representative's written request to negotiate or by January 31 of a year in which the collective bargaining agreement is due to expire, whichever is earlier, constitute an impasse to which the impasse procedures in section 89-11, Hawaii Revised Statutes, shall apply. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM/JDC. |
AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
LBT, WAM/JDC |
HB1640 |
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SB2460
Youth Wellness; Mental Health; Department of Health; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to address the mental health and wellness needs of youth in the State. |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Ihara, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2042 |
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SB2461 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Dispensaries
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Authorizes medical cannabis dispensaries to purchase cannabis and manufactured cannabis products from other dispensaries without showing that such purchase is necessary for a qualifying patient's continuous access for medical use, or for medical, scientific, or other legitimate purposes. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
JHA/AGR, HLT, FIN |
HB1952 |
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SB2462
Department of Health; State Health Planning and Development Agency; Functions; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Amends the functions of the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Establishes positions. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/29/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Keohokalole |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2463 SD1
DOH; Mental Health; Defendants; Fitness to Proceed; Examination Via Telehealth; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Authorizes examination of defendants via telehealth. Amends conditions for a defendant's release or examination of fitness to proceed. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Keohokalole, Wakai |
HHS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB2464
DOH; Health Care Credentialing; Health Care Providers; Health Care Credentialing Clearinghouse Pilot Program; Program Specialist VI Position; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CREDENTIALING.
Authorizes health care organizations to accept a health care provider's credentialing that was conducted by certain health care organizations or state agencies. Establishes a Health Care Credentialing Clearinghouse Pilot Program within the Department of Health. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation for the Health Care Credentialing Clearinghouse Pilot Program, including for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Program Specialist VI position to implement the pilot program. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM/CPN. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Richards |
HHS, WAM/CPN |
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SB2465 SD1
DOH; Mental Health; Assisted Community Treatment; Emergency Examination and Hospitalization; Training and Education; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Health to track and publicly report certain data relating to crisis reports, emergency mental health transports, and court-ordered treatments. Requires DOH to respond to reports about persons having severe mental illness who are in need of assistance, assess whether those persons fulfill criteria for assisted community treatment, and coordinate the process for an assisted community treatment order if indicated. Establishes that a court's denial of a petition for involuntary commitment shall serve as notification to DOH that the person should be evaluated for assisted community treatment. Makes permanent sections 334-161 and 334-162, HRS. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Ihara, Wakai |
HHS/JDC, WAM |
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SB2466
DOH; Crisis Intervention and Diversion Services Program; Mental Health Emergency Workers; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CRISIS SERVICES.
Establishes a Crisis Intervention and Diversion Services Program within the Department of Health to expand existing services to divert those with mental health issues to appropriate health care services. Defines "mental health emergency worker". Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation for the Crisis Intervention and Diversion Services Program. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Richards |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
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SB2467 SD1
DOH; Hawaii State Hospital; Comprehensive Safety Review; Quality Improvement; Employee Safety; Patient Safety; Patient Census; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII STATE HOSPITAL.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to implement quality improvement measures recommended in the comprehensive safety review for the Hawaii State Hospital. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2468
Health Insurance; Mandated Coverage; Annual Mental Health Wellness Examination
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Requires all health insurers in the state, including medicaid managed care programs, to cover annual mental health wellness examinations. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB2469
HHFDC; RHRF; Credit Enhancement for Construction Loans; Housing; Affordable Housing; Rules
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Adds credit enhancement for construction loans to the list of permitted uses of moneys in the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to adopt rules. |
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2/13/2024- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
CHANG, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2470 SD1
DOH; Kupuna Caucus; Hawaii Healthy Aging Partnership; Executive Office on Aging; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAI'I HEALTH AGING PARTNERSHIP.
Makes an appropriation to the Executive Office on Aging of the Department of Health for the Hawaii Healthy Aging Partnership. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1771 |
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SB2471 SD1
DOH; Kupuna Caucus; Senior Fall Prevention Campaign; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FALL PREVENTION.
Makes an appropriation to support the Department of Health's Senior Fall Prevention Campaign. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1772 |
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SB2472
Kupuna Caucus; Needs Allowance; Long-term Care Facilities; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
Increases the monthly needs allowance from $50 to $75. Clarifies that the needs allowance is not intended to replace or affect funds received from the federal supplemental security income program. Requires certain long-term care facility operators to pay for generic toiletries, linens, and meals and snacks. Requires the department of human services to perform an annual review of the needs allowance. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1770 |
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SB2473 SD1
Kupuna Caucus; DOTAX; Family Caregiver Tax Credit; Report
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a refundable tax credit for nonpaid family caregivers. Requires the Department of Taxation to report to the Legislature before the convening of each Regular Session. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, KIM, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Ihara, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1769 |
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SB2474 SD2 HD1
Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program; Family and Medical Leave Insurance Benefits; Department of Labor and Industrial Relations ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY LEAVE.
By 1/1/2027, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish a family and medical leave insurance program and begin collecting payroll contributions to finance payment of benefits. By 1/1/2028, requires the Department to start receiving claims and paying benefits under the program. Specifies eligibility requirements and employee protections under the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
LGO, CPC, FIN |
HB1768 |
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SB2475 SD2 HD2 CD1
Department of Education; Private Schools; Charter Schools; Prekindergarten Programs and Schools; Harm to Students Registry
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes a harm to students registry, for all early learning programs or schools and K-12 educational institutions within the State, that contains information on school employees, contractors, or volunteers for whom, as result of an investigation, a final finding has been issued that the individual has inflicted harm on a student. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kim, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDN, JHA, FIN |
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SB2476 HD2 CD1
Dental Hygienists; Dental Sealants; School-Based Health Program
RELATING TO DENTAL HYGIENISTS.
Authorizes licensed dental hygienists to perform preventive dental sealant screenings and apply dental sealants on individuals, under certain conditions, in a school-based oral health program. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KIDANI, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kim |
EDN/HLT, CPC |
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SB2477 SD1
Agriculture; Single-Ingredient Products; Food Purchasing Requirements
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Includes single-ingredient products as a purchasing option for certain state departments and entities to fulfill their local food purchasing requirements. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
GVO/AEN, WAM |
HB2129 |
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SB2478
DLNR; Imu Infrastructure; State Parks; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO IMU INFRASTRUCTURE.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish imu infrastructure in state parks. Appropriates funds. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
GABBARD |
WTL, WAM |
HB2128 |
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SB2479 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Hawaii Farm to Food Bank Program; Hawaii Food Assistance Program Special Fund; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII FARM TO FOOD BANK PROGRAM.
Establishes the Hawaii Farm to Food Bank Program and Hawaii Food Assistance Program Special Fund to alleviate food shortages in the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds into and out of the Hawaii Food Assistance Program Special Fund. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
HB2137 |
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SB2480
Black Coral; Hawaii State Gem; Repeal
RELATING TO CORAL.
Repeals the designation of black coral as the official gem of the State. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to TCA. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TCA |
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SB2481
Consumer Protection; Coffee Labeling; Geographic Origins; Prohibitions
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Establishes a timeline by which roasted coffee, instant coffee, and ready-to-drink coffee beverages that use a geographic origin in labeling or advertising are required to contain a certain per cent coffee by weight from that geographic origin. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, CPN. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Wakai |
AEN, CPN |
HB2298 |
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SB2482 SD1
Department of Accounting and General Services; Comptroller; State Office Buildings; Telecommunications; Accessibility; Legislative Hearings; Report
RELATING TO TELECOMMUNICATION.
Requires the Comptroller to identify state office buildings that can provide equitable telecommunication access to allow certain residents, including residents with disabilities, to participate remotely in legislative hearings. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 1/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Ihara, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2483 SD1
DOH; Community Health Workers; Pilot Program; Preventative Services; Social Determinants of Health; Hawaii County; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS.
Requires the Department of Health to administer a three-year pilot program to authorize community health workers to provide outreach, education, training, and navigation of services to address the social determinants of health in Kau, Hawaii County. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB2182 |
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SB2484
Department of Human Services; Return-to-Home Pilot Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Appropriates funds for the continued implementation of the return-to-home pilot program, established pursuant to Act 94, Session Laws of Hawaii 2023, to provide eligible homeless individuals with assistance in reuniting with family and relatives in their home state. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Inouye, Richards, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2325 |
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SB2485
Sexual Harassment; Sexual Assault; Hawaii National Guard; Advisory Council; Report to the Legislature
RELATING TO THE MILITARY.
Establishes the advisory council for sexual trauma in the Hawaii national guard. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2486
Department of Law Enforcement; Silver Alert; Missing Persons
RELATING TO MISSING PERSONS.
Establishes a silver alert program within the Department of Law Enforcement to help locate and safeguard missing vulnerable adults with developmental disabilities or mental impairments who pose a credible threat to the health and safety to themselves or others. |
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2/2/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Ihara, Kim, Wakai |
PSM/HHS, WAM |
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SB2487 SD1 HD1
Marijuana; Paraphernalia; Possession; Transfer; Smoking; Decriminalization
RELATING TO MARIJUANA.
Exempts drug paraphernalia for marijuana from certain penalties under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Lowers the penalties for the possession and transfer without remuneration of certain amounts of marijuana, marijuana concentrate, and marijuana-infused products. Makes smoking marijuana in a public place a violation under the offense of promoting a detrimental drug in the third degree. (HD1) |
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4/22/2024- Failed to pass Final Reading. Ayes, 9. Noes, 15 (Senator(s) Aquino, DeCoite, Elefante, Fevella, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Kidani, Kim, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Lee). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, LEE |
JHA |
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SB2488
Rent-to-Own Contracts; Real Property; Foreclosure Procedures
RELATING TO RENT-TO-OWN CONTRACTS.
Subjects certain rent-to-own contracts for real property in the State to state and federal foreclosure procedures. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, Kim |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2489
Board of Psychology; Clinical Psychologists; Prescriptive Authority Privilege; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation
RELATING TO PRESCRIPTIVE AUTHORITY FOR CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Authorizes and establishes procedures and criteria for prescriptive authority for clinical psychologists who meet specific education, training, and registration requirements. Requires the Board of Psychology to accept applications for prescriptive authority privilege beginning 7/1/2025. Requires the Board of Psychology to report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Board of Psychology to implement prescriptive authority privilege for certain clinical psychologists. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2490
Subdivisions; Approval Conditions; County Ordinance; Condominium Property Regimes; Condominium Maps; Street Addresses; Mailboxes
RELATING TO PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT.
Requires each county to adopt, no later than June 30, 2025, ordinances applicable to subdivisions not approved by July 1, 2025, requiring as a condition of approval, the subdivider or developer to obtain a street address and install a mailbox for lots, parcels, structures, or units of a structure within the subdivision before the sale or lease thereof. Requires condominium maps recorded in the Bureau of Conveyances or registered in the Land Court after June 30, 2025, to include a mailbox plan for the condominium property regime, showing the location of all mailboxes for all units in the regime. |
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1/29/2024- Re-Referred to GVO/WTL/CPN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto |
GVO/WTL/CPN, JDC |
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SB2491
Dogs; Dog Bites; Negligence; Bodily Harm
RELATING TO DOGS.
Establishes the offense of negligent failure to control a dog. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS, McKelvey, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2492 SD2
State Board of Nursing; Nurse Licensure Compact; Registered Nurses; Licensed Practical Nurses; Fees
RELATING TO THE NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT.
Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multi-state licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2026. Beginning 1/1/2026, allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multistate license issued by the State. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to HLT/LGO, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, Fukunaga |
HLT/LGO, CPC, FIN |
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SB2493 SD1
Condominium Associations; Attorneys' Fees; Limit
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS.
Prohibits condominium associations from assessing, demanding, or seeking reimbursement from a unit owner for the association's total and final legal fees in excess of 25% of the original debt amount sought by the association. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2494
ERS; Police Officers; Retirement; Medical Coverage; Minimum Age; Years of Credited Service
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEE'S RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Provides police officers who become members of the Employees' Retirement System after 6/30/2023 with retirement benefits similar to those provided for members of the Employees' Retirement System who became members before 7/1/2012, including but not limited to calculation of retirement allowance, minimum age or years of credited service requirements, and vesting period. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, McKelvey |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
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SB2495 SD1
BOA; DOA; Acreage Assessments; Administrative Rules; Water Tolls; Meter Reading Records
RELATING TO WATER METERING.
Requires the Chairperson of the Board of Agriculture or their designee to annually notify all irrigation users by mail and conduct in-person visits on procedures to remove unused irrigation system water meters and stop acreage assessments. By an unspecified date, requires the Board of Agriculture to amend its administrative rules to require the Department of Agriculture to: maintain an active record of land occupiers within the boundaries of an irrigation district that have not applied for water service or water service connections as prospective consumers and have not drawn water without authorization; immediately discontinue service to a land occupier for non-use if there are no water toll charges for a period of more than two years; maintain records of all weir, water meter, and water flow measuring instrument readings taken; make individualized reading records available to land occupiers upon request; provide written notice to land occupiers whenever a weir, water meter, or water flow measuring instrument is removed by the Department for any reason and to cease any associated water toll charges and acreage assessments; establish a formal process for certain land occupiers to contest erroneous water toll charges and acreage assessments; and establish a formal process for land occupiers with outstanding water toll charges and acreage assessments to enter into a reasonable payment plan with the Department. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Kim, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2496
DOH; Gray Water; Gray Water System; Tax Credit
RELATING TO GRAY WATER INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a gray water income tax credit to encourage the installation of qualified gray water systems certified by the Department of Health on existing residential properties and new housing developments. Effective for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. Repeals 1/1/2035. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/WTL, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kim, Moriwaki |
HHS/WTL, WAM |
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SB2497 SD2 HD1 CD1
Tax Credit; Research Activities
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Repeals the provision that made references to the base amount in the Internal Revenue Code inapplicable to the research activities tax credit and allowed credits for all qualified research expenses to be taken without regard to previous years' expenses. Narrows the qualifying criteria for research activities tax credits to applicants who are small businesses registered in the State. Extends the sunset date of the research activities tax credit to 12/31/2029. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
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SB2498 SD1
Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund Program; Hawaii Green Energy Infrastructure Authority; Green Energy Market Securitization Bond Funded Loan Proceeds; Report
RELATING TO FINANCING.
Establishes the Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund. Directs green energy market securitization loan repayments and interest to be deposited into the Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund. Requires the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority to administer the Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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2/13/2024- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN/EET, WAM |
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SB2499 SD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; University of Hawaii; Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resource Center; Water Resources; Geothermal Exploration; Slim-hole Resource Characterization Program; Environmental Assessment; Environmental Impact Statement; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AND UNDERGROUND WATER RESOURCES STATEWIDE.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to implement a Slim-hole Resource Characterization Program that identifies the location and characteristics of underground water and carbon sequestration resources across the State under the direction of the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center at the University of Hawaii. Requires the Office to prepare an environmental assessment or, if required, an environmental impact statement for the program. Requires the Office to engage with the counties and nearby communities to understand community needs, priorities, and concerns relating to the program before and during the environmental assessment and the program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
EET/AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2500 SD2 HD1
ADC; Economic Development; Food and Product Innovation Network; Food Security; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO VALUE-ADDED PRODUCTS.
Establishes a food and product innovation network within the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Appropriates funds for food and product innovation facilities on the islands of Molokai, Oahu, Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui and staff. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
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3/21/2024- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
GABBARD |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
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SB2501 SD1
HISC; Exceptional Trees; Prioritization
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Requires the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to prioritize the protection of exceptional trees from invasive species. (SD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Kim, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2502 SD2 HD1
UH; Wildfire Susceptibility; Wildfire Vulnerability; Wildfire Management; Public Safety; Risk Mitigation; Maps; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE GENERATION OF WILDFIRE SUSCEPTIBILITY MAPS FOR HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii to establish and implement a two-year program to develop web-GIS wildfire susceptibility and vulnerability maps for the State to determine which communities, landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure are most vulnerable to future wildfires. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/24/2024- Conference committee meeting scheduled for 04-25-24 3:30PM; Conference Room 229. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
WAL, HET, FIN |
HB1949 |
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SB2503 SD2 HD2
Equity; Universal Changing Accommodations; Public Accommodation; State Building Construction
RELATING TO EQUITY.
Requires all places of public accommodation and state building constructions constructed after 7/31/2025, to provide universal changing accommodations that are equally accessible regardless of gender. Beginning 7/1/2025, requires bids for state building construction projects to include universal changing accommodations, when doing so is feasible and cost effective. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/18/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 694). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB2504 SD2 HD1 CD1
DBEDT; UH; Hydrogen Hub; Repeal
RELATING TO STATE PROGRAMS.
Repeals Part II of Act 66, SLH 2023, which requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to work with the University of Hawaii on workforce development activities that support the development of the Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub and related aspects of the State's hydrogen energy industry. Repeals the appropriation to develop the Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, WAKAI |
EEP/HET, FIN |
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SB2505 SD2 HD1
PUC; System Resilience; Hawaii Electricity Reliability Surcharge
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Establishes system resilience as a metric to be monitored and considered by the Public Utilities Commission. Authorizes the use of amounts collected through the Hawaii electricity reliability surcharge by the Commission to perform certain duties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/22/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 729). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2770 |
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SB2506
EUTF; Board of Trustees; Quorum
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
Decreases the number of board members of the Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund from 10 trustees to 9. Changes the composition of board members to include 2 citizens of the State who are not employees, among other things. Limits the trustee's service after the end of the term to until the trustee's successor is appointed or 120 days after the trustee's term ends, whichever comes first. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
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SB2507
Civil Service; Exemptions; UH; Housing; Personal Services
RELATING TO CIVIL SERVICE.
Excludes from civil service requirements employees performing services in University of Hawaii student or employee housing and certain personal services in privately financed leased or owned buildings. |
(S)
2/8/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
LBT/HRE, WAM |
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SB2508
UH; Authorization of Revenue Bonds
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII REVENUE BONDS.
Authorizes the University of Hawaii to issue $300,000,000 in revenue bonds for the purpose of financing the construction, maintenance, and modernization of qualifying capital improvement projects. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2509
Department of Education, K-6 Schools, Public Digital Dashboard
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the DOE to work with the BOE to create a public digital platform by the 2025-2026 school year that shows how schools are adopting high-quality instructional materials for K-6 English language arts. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
EDU, WAM |
HB1655 |
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SB2510
Department of Education; Dyslexia Screening; Literacy
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires all public schools to implement universal screenings for students in kindergarten through third grade to identify and support students who are at risk of dyslexia and other learning disabilities. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
HB1657 |
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SB2511 SD1 HD1
PUC; Electric Utilities Performance Reviews; Local Jobs
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to consider the short-term and long-term retention and creation of local jobs in its review of electric utility performance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2512 SD2 HD2 CD1
Governor; Emergency Management Powers; Public Resources; Expenditure or Use; Notice; Reports
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT POWERS.
Establishes notice and reporting requirements for the expenditure or use of public resources by the Governor, pursuant to the Governor's emergency powers. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2513 SD2 HD3
UH; Water Resources Research Center; New Wastewater System and Individual Wastewater System Technology Demonstration and Implementation Pilot Project; Reports; Positions; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Establishes a 3-year new wastewater system and individual wastewater system technology demonstration and implementation pilot program within the University of Hawaii Water Resources Research Center to examine and demonstrate new wastewater and cesspool technology systems; implement those technologies in demonstration projects in areas across the State that are identified as priority level 1 in the 2021 Hawaii Cesspool Hazard Assessment and Prioritization Tool, 2021 Report and Technical Appendices; and establish similar prioritization categories for the islands of Molokai, Lanai, and Niihau. Requires the University of Hawaii Water Resource Research Center to submit annual interim reports and a final report to the Legislature. Establishes positions. Makes appropriations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-26-24 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 329. |
DELA CRUZ |
EEP/WAL, HET, FIN |
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SB2514 SD2
GET; Supreme Court; Attorneys; Pro Hac Vice; Appearance
RELATING TO ATTORNEYS.
Requires petitions or motions for a pro hac vice appearance for a court proceeding or arbitration proceeding to be supported by evidence of local counsel's Hawaii business registration, the applicant's Hawaii general excise tax license number, an affirmation that both the applicant and local counsel shall pay all state income tax due for Hawaii business activities, and all other information or documentation required by the rules of the supreme court. Effective 4/15/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2515
Department of Transportation; Department of Education; School Bus Services; Student Transportation; Small Buses, Motorcoaches, and Vans
RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES.
Authorizes the use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for school bus services if certain conditions are met. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA/EDU, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
TCA/EDU, WAM |
HB1767 |
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SB2516 SD2 HD2 CD1
Governor; Department of Accounting and General Services; Office of Enterprise Technology Services; CIO; Comptroller
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Clarifies that centralized computer information management and processing services shall be provided through the Chief Information Officer. Specifies that the Chief Information Officer shall be appointed by the Governor and report to the Comptroller. Provides that the salary of the Chief Information Officer shall be established by the Governor. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ |
LGO, CPC, FIN |
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SB2517 SD1
Public Agency Meetings and Records; Sunshine Law; Open Deliberation; Open Meeting; Appointment; Selection; Head of a State Division or Agency; Voting
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Requires appointments and selections of heads of state divisions and agencies that require a board approval to be made through a publicly established process and timeline. Requires the approval of the process and timeline to appoint or select a new head of a division or agency to be determined in an open meeting. Requires that votes to appoint or select a head of state divisions and agencies to be conducted in an open meeting. Provides that any vote to appoint or select a head of a state division or agency cast in violation of the foregoing shall be invalid. Requires that a vote by a board to appoint or select hire a head of a division or agency be conducted in an open meeting. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
DELA CRUZ |
GVO, JDC |
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SB2518 SD2 HD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Geothermal Energy; Geothermal Resources Characterization Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ENERGY EXPLORATION.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Hawaii State Energy Office to conduct a statewide environmental assessment for, and subsequently administer, a geothermal resources characterization program under the direction of the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center at the University of Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/24/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-25-24 10:30AM in conference room 325. |
DELA CRUZ |
EEP/WAL, CPC, FIN |
HB2569 |
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SB2519
Highway Safety; Skateboards; Helmets
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Requires persons under the age of seventeen to wear a helmet while riding a skateboard. Clarifies that the Act does not infringe on county ordinances prohibiting skateboards on streets and roadways. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
RHOADS |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2520 SD2 HD1
State Employees; Professionally Licensed; Certified; Duty to Defend
RELATING TO THE DEFENSE OF STATE EMPLOYEES.
Requires the State to defend professionally licensed or certified state employees from civil actions or proceedings, under certain circumstances. Clarifies that the employee may employ their own attorney at the employee's own expense. Establishes a process for the Attorney General to transfer or withdraw representation if the Attorney General declines to defend the employee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 4:35 PM; CR 325. |
RHOADS, AQUINO |
JHA, FIN |
HB2699 |
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SB2521 SD1
Office of the Public Defender; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER.
Appropriates moneys for 4.0 FTE deputy public defender III positions within the Office of the Public Defender (BUF151). Requires the Office of the Public Defender to assign one deputy public defender II to the family court section. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB1608 |
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SB2522 SD1
Driving Under the Influence; Property Offenses; Minors; Expungement
RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT.
Allows persons convicted of certain criminal violations to apply to the court for an expungement order under certain circumstances. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS |
JHA |
HB2513 |
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SB2523 SD1
Judiciary; Study; Child Care; Witnesses; Parties; First Circuit; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD CARE.
Requires the Judiciary to conduct a study to determine how to implement a program that provides free child care services to minor children of parties and witnesses who are attending court hearings in the First Circuit Family Court. Requires the Judiciary to submit a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2524
Department of the Attorney General; Algorithmic Discrimination; Artificial Intelligence
RELATING TO ALGORITHMIC DISCRIMINATION.
Prohibits users of algorithmic decision-making from utilizing algorithmic eligibility determinations in a discriminatory manner. Requires users of algorithmic decision-making to send corresponding notices to individuals whose personal information is used. Requires users of algorithmic decision-making to submit annual reports to the Department of the Attorney General. Provides for appropriate means of civil enforcement. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
RHOADS |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
HB1607 |
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SB2525
Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax; Carbon Emissions; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends the environmental response, energy, and food security tax to address carbon emissions. Incrementally increases the tax rate over time. Establishes a refundable tax credit to mitigate the effect of a carbon emissions tax on taxpayers. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/30/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, Kidani, GABBARD, CHANG, Elefante, Keohokalole, McKelvey |
EET/AEN, WAM |
HB2178 |
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SB2526 SD2 HD2 CD1
Technology Services Consolidation Working Group; Information Technology; ETS; Consolidated State Information Technology Data; Safeguards; Report
RELATING TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Requires the Technology Services Consolidation Working Group to assist the Office of Enterprise Technology Services in working with certain state agencies to inventory and categorize the business criticality of each major state information technology system or data set and determine the appropriate data center or hosting facility requirements. Requires a report to the Legislature. Extends the working group's dissolution date to 6/30/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HET, FIN |
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SB2527 SD1 HD1
Technology Infrastructure Renovation Tax Credit; Reinstatement; Technology-Enabled Infrastructure; Data Servers
RELATING TO TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, temporarily reinstates the Technology Infrastructure Renovation Tax Credit and expands the definition of "technology-enabled infrastructure" to include data servers. Takes effect 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani |
HET, FIN |
HB1784 |
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SB2528
Taxation; Real Estate Investment Trusts; Dividends Paid Deduction; Affordable Housing
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Disallows dividends paid deduction for real estate investment trusts, except for real estate investment trusts that provide affordable housing in the State. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. Sunsets 12/31/2027. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HOU, CPN/WAM |
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SB2529 SD1 HD1 CD1
Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST); Health Care Providers; Patient Care; Medical Care; Hospice
RELATING TO PROVIDER ORDERS FOR LIFE SUSTAINING TREATMENT FORM.
Amends the definition of "patient's provider" in State law governing Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment by removing language that requires the provider to examine the patient. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI |
HLT, CPC/JHA |
HB2285 |
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SB2530
EUTF; Board of Trustees; Composition; Quorum; Voting
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
Amends the composition of the Hawaii employer-union health benefits trust fund board of trustees. Clarifies vacancy procedures. Amends quorum requirements and voting powers. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, Kidani |
LBT, JDC |
HB2519 |
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SB2531
Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; State and County Contributions
RELATING TO HEALTH BENEFITS.
Amends the state and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund for employees hired after 6/30/2024. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, Kidani |
LBT, WAM |
HB2518 |
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SB2532 SD2 HD1 CD1
Burglary; Multi-Unit Building; Dwelling; Restricted Areas
RELATING TO CRIME.
Clarifies that the definition of "dwelling", as it relates to offenses against property rights, includes multi-unit buildings and connected parking or storage areas that are restricted to residents. Allows the owner of a multi-unit building, an owner of an individual unit, a property manager, or an authorized representative of the condominium association to act as a complainant for the purpose of investigating and prosecuting an offense of burglary in the first degree in a multi-unit building. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Keohokalole, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
JHA |
HB2311 |
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SB2533
Condominiums; Commercial Property Assessed Financing; C-PACER
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ASSESSED FINANCING.
Allows condominiums to be eligible for commercial property assessed financing. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
CPN, WAM |
HB2801 |
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SB2534
Condominiums; Associations; Unit Owners; Residents; Tenants; Guests; Violations; Harassment and Interference; Prohibition
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Prohibits a condominium unit owner, resident, tenant, or their guests, or any person acting on behalf of the unit owner, from harassing or interfering with board members, managing agents, resident managers, association employees, or vendors contracted by the association, in the performance of any duty or in the exercise of any right or power granted under chapter 514B, HRS, or the governing documents of the association. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
HB2314 |
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SB2535
DBEDT; HTA; Board; Members
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Removes the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism from membership on the Hawaii Tourism Authority Board. |
(S)
1/29/2024- The committee(s) on EET deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 01-30-24 1:30PM; CR 229 & Videoconference. |
DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Inouye, Kim |
EET, WAM |
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SB2536 SD1 HD1 CD1
Accounting Service Businesses; Procurement Preference; Reciprocity; Definitions
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT PREFERENCES AND RECIPROCITY.
Establishes a new accounting services procurement preference for certain Hawaii accounting service businesses and adds it to the list of selection criteria for the procurement of professional services. Clarifies that the existing reciprocity procurement preference includes offerors under sections 103D-302 and 103D 303, HRS. Repeals 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
LGO, CPC, FIN |
HB2033 |
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SB2537 SD2 HD1 CD1
Chief Energy Officer; Hawaii State Energy Office; Reports
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Clarifies that the Chief Energy Officer is responsible for supporting the renewable portfolio standards and reporting on certain energy matters. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Kim |
EEP, FIN |
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SB2538 SD1
DOH; Molokai; Community Health Services; Mental Health Services; Health Infrastructure; Health Care; Program Funding; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Health to fully fund programs and services under its jurisdiction and fill vacant positions on the island of Molokai. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, GABBARD, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2539 SD1
Solar Distributed Energy Resource Systems; Building Permits; Online Automated Permitting Platform; Self-Certification Process
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires government entities in the State that issue building permits to implement SolarAPP+ or a functionally equivalent online automated permitting platform that verifies code compliance and issues permits to licensed contractors for solar distributed energy resource systems in real-time by 1/1/2025. Requires government entities in the State that issue building permits in areas served by an investor-owned electric utility to adopt a self-certification process for solar distributed energy resource systems that are not SolarAPP+ compatible. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Wakai |
EET/GVO, CPN/WAM |
HB2614 |
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SB2540
Income Tax Credit; Cesspool Upgrade, Conversion, Connection
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Reinstates income tax credit for cesspool upgrade, conversion, or connection for eligible taxpayers and eligible expenses. Applies retroactively to 12/31/2020. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2541
Office of Collective Bargaining and Managed Competition; Chief Negotiator of the State; Director of Human Resources Development
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Clarifies that the Director of Human Resources Development shall not hold the position of Chief Negotiator of the State. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
DECOITE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2542
University of Hawaii; Maui College; Molokai Education Center; Relocation; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII MAUI COLLEGE, MOLOKAI EDUCATION CENTER.
Makes an appropriation to the University of Hawaii for the relocation and expansion of the University of Hawaii Maui College, Molokai Education Center. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2543 SD1
Reimbursement; Search and Rescue; Hiking Trails; Trespassing; Closed to the Public
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Requires government entities to seek reimbursement for search and rescue expenses from persons who require rescue after ignoring warning signs, leaving a hiking trail to enter a prohibited area, or hiking on a trail closed to the public. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Elefante |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2544
Weighted Student Formula; Impact on Small and Remote Schools
RELATING TO EDUCATION FUNDING.
Requires the Department of Education Committee on Weights to consider the impact of its weighted student formula recommendations on small and remote schools. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2545 SD1
Electronic Device Recycling and Recovery Act; Manufacturers; Electronic Devices; Recycling Goals
RELATING TO RECYCLING.
Authorizes manufacturers of electronic devices to coordinate collection activities for the purpose of recycling electronic devices. Allows manufacturers of electronic devices to be considered to have satisfied its recycling goals by providing only collection service locations for recycling at no cost to the owner in each county and zip code tabulation area with a population greater than twenty-five thousand, under certain circumstances. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Fukunaga |
AEN, CPN/JDC |
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SB2546 SD1 HD1
DLNR; Hunting Guides; Private Land; Annual Reports; Written Permission
RELATING TO HUNTING GUIDES.
Requires hunting guides who take their clients to hunt on private lands to first obtain written permission from the owner of the private land, or occupier or holder, where appropriate. Requires hunting guides to provide copies of the written permissions obtained to hunt on private lands as part of their annual reports to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2547 SD1
Income Tax Credit; Employer-Provided Child Care Services; Employer-Sponsored Child Care
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes income tax credits for employers who offer employer-provided or employer-sponsored child care services for their employees. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Wakai |
LBT/HHS, WAM |
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SB2548 SD1
Condominiums; Employees; Applicants; Contracted Vendors; Security Cameras; Guards; License
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires employees, applicants, and contracted vendors of condominium associations in employment positions that grant access to security cameras and footage to undergo a background check and be licensed consistent with the requirements in chapter 463, HRS. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
HB2312 |
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SB2549
Condominiums; Standard Proxy Forms; Disclosure Statement
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Removes from the standard condominium proxy form the option of giving a proxy vote to the board of directors of a condominium association as a whole or to directors present at the meeting. Requires a disclosure statement on the standard condominium proxy form informing unit owners that an association may direct elections by electronic, machine, or mail voting. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, San Buenaventura |
CPN |
HB2067 |
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SB2550
Condominiums; Real Estate Commission; Unit Owners; Associations; Ombudsman
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires the Real Estate Commission (Commission) to receive and investigate complaints by condominium unit owners against associations that are subject to chapter 514B, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Requires the Ombudsman to issue findings within an unspecified number of days after a complaint is filed with the Ombudsman against the Commission regarding the Commission's foregoing duties. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to GVO, CPN/WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
GVO, CPN/WAM |
HB2524 |
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SB2551
Health Insurance; Biomarker Testing; Mandatory Coverage
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2025, requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for biomarker testing. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
HB2223 |
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SB2552
Law Enforcement Standards Board; Dementia Training; Law Enforcement Officers
RELATING TO DEMENTIA.
Requires the law enforcement standards board to develop training materials related to the recognition and signs of Alzheimer's disease and related types of dementia. Requires law enforcement officers to review training materials for at least 1 hour per year. |
(S)
2/2/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
PSM/HHS, WAM |
HB1773 |
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SB2553 SD1 HD2
Hawaii Retirement Savings Act; Hawaii Retirement Savings Program; Covered Employer; Definition; Automatic Enrollment; Opt-out Option
RELATING TO HAWAII RETIREMENT SAVINGS ACT.
Clarifies the definition of "covered employer" under the Hawaii Retirement Savings Act. Requires covered employers to automatically enroll covered employees into the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program unless the employee chooses to opt out. Repeals and lapses the funds appropriated into and out of the Hawaii Retirement Savings Special Fund in Act 296, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, Kim, San Buenaventura |
LGO, FIN |
HB2197 |
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SB2554
DOH; Pollution; Noise Pollution; Air Pollution; Two-Stroke Engines; String Trimmers; Leaf Blowers; Prohibition
RELATING TO AIR POLLUTION.
Beginning 1/1/2028, prohibits the operation of leaf blowers or string trimmers that are powered using two-stroke engines. Establishes penalties to be enforced by the Department of Health. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, LEE, Kidani |
HHS/AEN, JDC |
HB2305 |
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SB2555
DLNR; State Boating Facility Lease Pilot Program; Ala Wai Boat Harbor; Leases; Repeal
RELATING TO STATE BOATING FACILITIES.
Establishes a state boating facility lease pilot program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to lease one state small boat harbor for private development, management, maintenance, and operation in a county with a population of less than 900,000. Repeals provisions related to the leasing of fast lands and submerged lands of the Ala Wai boat harbor. Repeals on 6/30/2044. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA |
WTL, WAM |
HB1919 |
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SB2556 SD2 HD3
Judiciary; Community Outreach Court; Homelessness; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE COMMUNITY OUTREACH COURT.
Permanently establishes and appropriates funds for the Community Outreach Court as a division of the District Court of the First Circuit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 5:40 PM; CR 325. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Kidani |
HLT, JHA, FIN |
HB1954 |
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SB2557 SD1 HD1 CD1
Public Defender; Assisted Community Treatment; Legal Representation
RELATING TO LEGAL REPRESENTATION.
Allows a court to appoint an attorney for the subject of a petition for assisted community treatment if the interests of justice require one be appointed. Repeals language that entitles the subject of a petition for assisted community treatment to legal representation by a public defender. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, Kidani |
JHA, FIN |
HB2521 |
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SB2558
Hawaii Plant Quarantine Law; Invasive Species; Penalty
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Imposes a penalty for knowingly selling invasive plants or plants containing invasive species. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
AEN, JDC |
HB2537 |
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SB2559 SD1
DOA; Invasive Species; Pest Placard Program; Establishment; Inspections; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE PESTS.
Establishes a pest placard program. Requires the Department of Agriculture to inspect certain establishments that are at risk of spreading pests. Establishes correction and quarantine procedures. Declares that the general expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
LEE, DECOITE, KEOHOKALOLE |
AEN, WAM/CPN |
HB2006 |
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SB2560 SD2 HD2
DOA; Lease Terms; Pests; Right of Entry; Termination
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Provides that each lease that the Department of Agriculture enters into, renews, or extends shall authorize DOA to enter the leased premises with prior notification to survey for, identify, investigate, control, or eradicate pests; work cooperatively with a lessee to seek funding and develop a plan to maintain control of any pests on the leased premises; and terminate the lease if the lessee refuses entry to DOA or refuses to work cooperatively with DOA toward the control or eradication of pests. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/19/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 774). |
LEE, KEOHOKALOLE, Richards |
AGR/WAL, JHA |
HB2538 |
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SB2561 SD2
Animal Endangerment; Pet Animals; Unattended Vehicles; Confinement; Immunity
RELATING TO ANIMAL ENDANGERMENT.
Prohibits intentionally leaving or confining pet animals in a vehicle under conditions that endanger their health, safety, or well-being. Permits law enforcement officers, animal control officers, and firefighters to enter an unattended vehicle to protect the health, safety, or well-being of a pet animal that is endangered by being left or confined in an unattended vehicle. Allows private citizens to rescue a pet animal that has been left in an unattended vehicle under certain circumstances. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LEE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, WAKAI, Kidani, Shimabukuro |
JHA |
HB1671 |
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SB2562 SD3 HD1
Animals; Pet Animals; Surgery; Prohibited
RELATING TO VETERINARY MEDICINE.
Prohibits animal owners and their employees from performing any surgical procedures on the owner's animal or animals. Provides a violation for unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine is a misdemeanor subject to a fine of no more than $1,000, or imprisonment of no more than one year, or both. Clarifies that the offense of cruelty to animals in the first degree does not apply to accepted veterinary practices when the practices are performed by a licensed veterinarian. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/22/2024- Received notice of change in Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 728). |
LEE |
JHA |
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SB2563 SD1
HPHA; Pet Animals; Allowed, Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation
RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to allow any resident of a public housing project or state low-income housing project to keep one or more pet animals in the resident's unit, subject to applicable state laws, county ordinances, and any reasonable conditions. Provides that the Authority may charge a refundable deposit for each pet animal but shall not impose a monthly pet fee or pet rent. Allows the Authority to remove a vicious animal to protect persons or property. Creates Positions. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
LEE, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HOU, JDC/WAM |
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SB2564
Pet Animals; Insurance; Pet Deposit; Pet Rent; Eviction; Liens
RELATING TO PET ANIMALS.
Prohibits insurers from refusing to issue, refusing to renew, canceling, or establishing higher rates for a homeowners insurance policy or dwelling fire insurance policy based on the breed of any dog that is kept on the premises. Requires any pet animal found on the premises during an eviction to be given to the owner or taken in by an animal control agency. Limits the monetary amount of pet deposits and pet rent. Clarifies that a provision allowing a lien on an animal to secure payment for caring for or feeding the animal does not apply to pet animals. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/HOU, JDC. |
LEE, MCKELVEY |
CPN/HOU, JDC |
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SB2565 SD1
Dogs; Counties; Public Parks; Littering; Fines
RELATED TO PUBLIC PARKS.
Prohibits counties from prohibiting leashed dogs in public parks. Prohibits persons from leaving dog excrement on public or private property. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
LEE |
JHA |
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SB2566 SD1
Housing Subdivisions; Infrastructure Repair and Maintenance; Working Group; Act 200, SLH 2022; Counties; Road Repair and Maintenance; Assessments; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE IN HOUSING SUBDIVISIONS.
Requires lot owners to pay for the repair and maintenance of subdivision roads where the applicable deed does not specify that requirement. Authorizes counties to assess and collect fees for repair and maintenance of subdivision roads if no court-appointed or deed-designated entity is appointed. Requires counties to provide training to associations on their responsibilities; services for certain subdivision assessments; and arbitration and mediation services to resolve disputes between a lot owner and the entity responsible for assessment. Restricts provisions to counties with a population greater than two hundred thousand, but not more than five hundred thousand. Extends the reporting date for the working group established pursuant to Act 200, SLH 2022, to examine and address housing subdivision infrastructure repair and maintenance for planned housing subdivisions that do not have compulsory homeowner associations in certain counties prior to the Regular Session of 2025. Extends the sunset date of the working group to 6/30/2025. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, Hashimoto |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2567
Law Enforcement Standards Board; Dementia Training; Law Enforcement Officers
RELATING TO DEMENTIA.
Requires the law enforcement standards board to develop training materials related to the recognition and signs of Alzheimer's disease and related types of dementia. Requires law enforcement officers to review training materials for at least 1 hour per year. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AWA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Fukunaga, Kim, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
PSM/HHS, WAM |
HB1773 |
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SB2568
Vaccinations; Children; Pharmacists; Pharmacies
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Authorizes pharmacists to order and administer immunizations and vaccinations to children three years of age and older under state law. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, Hashimoto, Wakai |
CPN/HHS, JDC |
HB2147 |
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SB2569 SD2
Health Care Workers; Acts of Violence; Report; Law Enforcement; Temporary Restraining Orders
RELATING TO WORKPLACE SAFETY.
Allows a person who employs or contracts with a health care worker who suffers an act of violence at the health care facility to report the event to law enforcement and petition for a temporary restraining order and injunction under certain circumstances. (SD2) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kim, Moriwaki, Wakai |
JHA |
HB2531 |
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SB2570 SD1
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Administrative Proceedings for Review; Protest
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires a protest based on the content of the solicitation to be submitted a minimum of one day business before the date set for the receipt of offers, and all other protests be submitted within seven calendar days after the posting of award of the contract. Establishes that a party is not aggrieved until official action, adverse to that party, has been taken. Takes effect 1/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KIM |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
HB2568 |
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SB2571
Solid Waste Control; Toxic Ash; Incinerator Ash; Disposal; Prohibition on Reuse
RELATING TO SOLID WASTE.
Requires the safe disposal of toxic and incinerator ash. Prohibits the reuse of toxic and incinerator ash for any purpose. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS, JDC. |
GABBARD |
AEN/HHS, JDC |
HB2795 |
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SB2572
DCCA; Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Establishes the Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to regulate the development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence technologies in the State. Prohibits the deployment of artificial intelligence products in the State unless affirmative proof establishing the product's safety is submitted to the Office. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD |
CPN/LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB2176 |
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SB2573
Department of Health; Air Pollution; Solid Waste Electric Generating Facilities; Air Pollution Controls; Emission Limits
RELATING TO AIR POLLUTION CONTROL.
Requires an owner or operator of a solid waste electric generating facility to ensure that each incinerator operating as part of the facility has implemented air pollution controls sufficient to limit the emissions of nitrogen oxides, mercury, dioxins, and other air pollutants specified by the Director of Health to not more than 45 parts per million for each air pollutant, measured on an average daily basis. Authorizes the Director of Health to specify lower emission limits by rule. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Re-Referred to AEN/HHS, CPN/EET. |
LEE, San Buenaventura |
AEN/HHS, CPN/EET |
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SB2574 SD1
Fuel Tax Credit; Renewable Fuel; Sustainable Aviation Fuel; Import; Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit
RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.
Establishes a tax credit for the import of renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel. Expands the provisions of the renewable fuels production tax credit. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
AEN/EET, WAM |
HB2296 |
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SB2575 HD1 CD1
Environmental Protection; Seabed Mining; Permits; Prohibition
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Prohibits the mining, extraction, and removal of minerals from the seabed in all state marine waters, with certain exemptions. Prohibits the issuance of any permit for or in connection with the development or operation of any facility or infrastructure associated with the mining, extraction, or removal of minerals from the seabed within state marine waters. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
LEE |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
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SB2576
Personal Care Products; Small Plastic Containers; Lodging Establishments; Prohibition
RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.
Prohibits lodging establishments from providing personal care products in small plastic containers within sleeping room accommodations, any space within sleeping room accommodations, or bathrooms used by the public or guests. Establishes civil penalties. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
LEE |
EET/AEN, CPN/JDC |
HB1897 |
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SB2577
HSEO; Geothermal Energy; EIS; Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ENERGY.
Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Hawaii State Energy Office to conduct a state-wide blanket environmental impact statement for geothermal exploration and development. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, WAKAI, Kidani |
EET, WAM |
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SB2578
Climate Resilience; Emergency Preparedness; Workforce Development; Energy Security Special Fund
RELATING TO CLIMATE RESILIENCE.
Requires the Hawaii clean energy initiative program to design and implement a plan to increase jobs that strengthen emergency preparedness and climate resilience. Authorizes the use of the energy security special fund to advance the State's goals of strengthening emergency preparedness and climate mitigation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
LEE |
EET, WAM |
HB1796 |
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SB2579 SD1
Bottle Filling Station; State Buildings; Construction; Plumbing
RELATING TO BOTTLE FILLING STATIONS.
Requires all state buildings being constructed on or after 7/1/2025 where a water fountain is required to have a water bottle filling station. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE, HASHIMOTO, Kidani |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2580
Affordable Housing; Task Force; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Counties; Report
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Establishes a task force to identify 1 or more parcels of alienable state land and propose a plan for a public-private partnership to develop that land for affordable housing. Requires a report to the Legislature prior to the convening of the 2025 Regular Session. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU/WTL, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/WTL, WAM |
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SB2581
Office of Consumer Protection; Consumers; Privacy; Data Brokers; Personal Information
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Establishes provisions allowing for consumers to request data brokers that maintain their personal information to delete any personal information related to the consumer. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1668 |
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SB2582
Professional and Vocational Licensing; Denial; Suspension; Unlawful Fentanyl Dealings
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL AND VOCATIONAL LICENSING.
Requires a licensing authority to deny or suspend, or refuse to renew, reinstate, or restore, any license if the licensee or applicant is found to have been involved with unlawful fentanyl dealings. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
CHANG |
CPN, JDC |
HB1667 |
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SB2583
Prefabricated, Modular, or Kauhale Housing; Lahaina Wildfire; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Appropriates funds for prefabricated, modular, or kauhale-type housing for individuals impacted by the Lahaina wildfire. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU, WAM |
HB2287 |
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SB2584
Prefabricated, Modular, or Kauhale Housing; Homeless Individuals; Low-income Households; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Appropriates funds for prefabricated, modular, or kauhale-type housing for homeless individuals and low-income households. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU, WAM |
HB2324 |
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SB2585
State Funds; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Mixed-Income Rental Projects; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Appropriates funds for the rental housing revolving fund to be used for mixed-income rental projects. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2586
Planned Community Associations; Neighborhood Security Watch Programs; Establishment; Regular Assessments
RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD SECURITY WATCH PROGRAMS.
Requires planned community associations to either develop and adopt program rules for a neighborhood security watch program within the association's planned community or allocate a portion of the association's regular assessments to fund a neighborhood security watch program offered by a qualified third-party organization, no later than one year after the effective date of this Act. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/PSM. |
CHANG |
CPN/PSM |
HB2573, HB2727 |
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SB2587
DLNR; SHPD; Burial Sites; Archaeological Inventory Surveys; Contractors; Developers
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to compile a list of approved archaeologists to ensure the quality and integrity of archaeological services contracted by developers. Specifies information to be included in an archaeological inventory survey. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2588 SD1
DAGS; SHPD; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Positions; Archeologist; Historic Preservation Specialist; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Appropriates funds for the establishment of four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) archaeologist positions and one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) historic preservation specialist position within the State Historic Preservation Division; provided that the State Historic Preservation Division collaborates with the Department of Accounting and General Services. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, Fukunaga, Ihara, Kidani |
GVO/WTL, WAM |
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SB2589 SD1
State Historic Preservation Division; Burial Sites; Penalties
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Increases the penalty for the desecration of Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian burial sites from a misdemeanor to a felony for second or subsequent offenses. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, Kidani |
HWN/WTL, JDC |
HB2755 |
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SB2590
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; Hawaii Administrative Rules; Burial Sites; Native Hawaiians
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to amend the definitions of "inadvertent discovery" and "previously identified" in the HAR, to better protect burial sites. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on HWN deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
HWN/WTL, JDC |
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SB2591 SD2 HD1 CD1
Bureau of Conveyances; Burial Sites; Private Property; Landowners
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Imposes a fine on any private landowner that fails to disclose or record with the Bureau of Conveyances, or in documents used to offer real property for sale, the existence of burial or archaeological sites on their property that the landowner knew or should have known of. Requires fines collected to be deposited into the Hawaii Historic Preservation Special Fund. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2592
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; Hawaii Administrative Rules; Burial Sites; Native Hawaiians
RELATING TO BURIAL SITES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to amend the definition of "cultural descendant", in HAR, to more accurately capture relationships between individuals and families. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on HWN deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
HWN/WTL, JDC |
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SB2593
Federal Lands; Makua Valley; Transition; Mauka Military Reservation; Task Force; DLNR
RELATING TO FEDERAL LANDS.
Establishes within the Department of Land and Natural Resources a Makua Valley task force to prepare for the transition of the management of the Makua military reservation from the United States Army upon the expiration of the Army's lease for the land. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
WTL/PSM, WAM |
HB2117 |
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SB2594 SD1
DHHL; Fred Keakaokalani Cachola Act; Beneficiaries; Lease Awards; Successors; Successorship Claims
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Authorizes qualified successors of at least twenty-five percent Hawaiian blood quantum of beneficiaries on the waiting list who died before receiving a lease to file a claim for a lease award within four years of the effective date. Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to adopt rules within two years of the effective date. Takes effect on either the date of the Secretary of the Interior's notification that congressional approval of this Act is unnecessary, or on the date of consent by the United States Congress. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kidani |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2595
DOA; OPSD; Governor; State Agriculture Functional Plan; Seafood Sustainability; Wild Seafood; Report
RELATING TO FOOD SUSTAINABILITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture, in coordination with the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, to prepare and periodically update the State Agriculture Functional Plan to include updates on seafood sustainability and other agricultural economic updates that expand the State's priority on food, including recognizing wild seafood as a viable food source. Requires the Governor to submit an updated state agriculture functional plan to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2026. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL, WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2596
LUC; Important Agricultural Lands; Adoption of County Maps; Incentive; Farm Cluster Housing
RELATING TO IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Clarifies that the Land Use Commission's decision-making for the adoption of county maps for the designation of important agricultural lands shall be through a rulemaking proceeding. Establishes an incentive that allows farm cluster housing on important agricultural lands under certain conditions and requires permitting agencies to establish a priority processing procedure for the farm cluster housings. Repeals existing law that governs farm dwellings and employee housing on important agricultural lands. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD |
AEN/WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2597
Boards; Commissions; Holdover Member; Limitation
RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
Clarifies that the prohibition against board and commission holdover members from holding office beyond the end of the second regular legislative session following the expiration of the member's term of office takes precedence over any conflicting statutes. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KIM, CHANG, WAKAI |
LGO, JHA |
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SB2598 SD1
DHRD; Telework; Rules; Policies; Guidelines; State Employees; Limitation; Supervisory and Accountability Standards
RELATING TO TELEWORK.
Requires the Director of Human Resources Development to revise rules, policies, and guidelines to limit state employees' telework to a maximum of uncertain number of days per week, and set forth supervision and accountability standards to ensure appropriate state services to the public. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, AQUINO, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1985 |
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SB2599 SD1
Salaries; Employees; Executive Branch; Limitation
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION.
Prohibits a board or commission from authorizing a base salary for a position and prohibits an employee from receiving a base salary, in excess of the amount designated in the budget enacted by the Legislature or other legislative enactment, unless approved by the Legislature. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KIM, DECOITE, FEVELLA, Kidani, Wakai |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
HB2211 |
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SB2600 HD1 CD1
Condominium Purchasers; Protections; Delivery; Electronic Mail
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Authorizes the use of electronic mail to deliver certain documents when purchasing a condominium. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KIM, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
CPC, FIN |
HB1636 |
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SB2601 HD1 CD1
Sexual Abuse; Minors; Civil Action; Statute of Limitations; Trauma-Informed Response
RELATING TO SEXUAL ABUSE OF MINORS.
Expands the time period by which a civil action for childhood sexual abuse committed on or after July 1, 2024, may be initiated. Authorizes a court to require personnel of legal entities to undergo training on trauma-informed response. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, LEE, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB1968 |
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SB2602
Human Trafficking Victim Services Fund; Department of the Attorney General; DLIR
RELATING TO THE HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIM SERVICES FUND.
Changes the administration of the human trafficking victim services fund from the department of labor and industrial relations to the department of the attorney general. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Kim, San Buenaventura |
LBT/JDC, WAM |
HB1967 |
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SB2603 SD1
DHS; Child Care Worker Subsidy and Bonus Program; Infant and Toddler Child Care Centers; Group Child Care Centers; Family Child Care Homes; Reports; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EARLY CHILD CARE.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish and implement a Child Care Provider Subsidy and Bonus Program to provide subsidies to retain the existing child care workforce in licensed infant and toddler child care centers and group child care centers and bonuses to registered family child care homes. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1964 |
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SB2604
Abusive Litigation
RELATING TO ABUSIVE LITIGATION.
Establishes a court's authority to issue an order restricting abusive litigation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
JDC |
HB1965 |
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SB2605 SD2 HD1
DCCA; Insurance Division; Health Care; Health Insurance; Reproductive Health Care Services; Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; Report; Reproductive Health Care Working Group
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Beginning 1/1/2026, requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide health insurance coverage for various sexual and reproductive health care services. Applies this coverage to health benefits plans under the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. Requires the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to submit a report to the Legislature. Establishes a Reproductive Health Care Working Group. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 722). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1966 |
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SB2606 SD1
Housing; Construction Defects; Notices of Claims; Resolution Process; Claimant Requirements
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION.
Establishes additional requirements for notices of claims of construction defects. Takes effect 7/1/24040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
AQUINO |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2607 SD1
Housing; Construction Defects; Claims; Resolution Process
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION.
Revises the construction defect claims process. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
AQUINO |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2608
ERS; Public Employment; Pension Calculation; Overtime
RELATING TO PENSION CALCULATIONS.
Includes overtime pay earned during an emergency proclamation as part of the pension calculation for individuals who became a member of the Employees' Retirement System after 6/30/2012. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
AQUINO |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2609
Minimum Wage; Increase; Monthly Compensation
RELATING TO MINIMUM WAGE.
Increases from $2,000 to $2,240, the minimum amount of guaranteed compensation required for an individual employed by and an employer who is exempt from the State's Wage and Hour Law. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2610
Wage and Hour Law; Overtime Pay
RELATING TO OVERTIME.
Prohibits employers from employing employees for a workday longer than eight hours for more than 6 days in a workweek unless the employer pays the employee overtime pay at 1.5 times the employee's regular rate for hours worked in excess of 8 hours, and double the employee's regular pay rate for hours worked in excess of 12 hours in a workday. Extends the overtime pay requirements to certain minors who are sixteen and seventeen years of age. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2611
Department of Human Services; CCFFH; ARCH; DDDOM; Adult Foster Homes; State Supplemental Payments
RELATING TO CARE HOMES.
Beginning on 7/1/2024: (1) requires that state supplemental payment for type 1 adult residential care homes, licensed developmental disabilities domiciliary homes, community care foster family homes, and certified adult foster homes not exceed a certain amount, and (2) requires that the state supplemental payment for type II adult residential care homes not exceed a certain amount. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
AQUINO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Ihara |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2612
Habitual Runaway; Minors; Status Offense; Criminal Law
RELATING TO CHILD ENDANGERMENT.
Establishes the offense of habitual runaway. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to JDC. |
AQUINO, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
JDC |
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SB2613
Technology Services Consolidation Working Group; Report
RELATING TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Amends the duties and sunset date of the Technology Services Consolidation Working Group. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kidani |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB2634 |
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SB2614
DLIR; Rules; Violation; Penalties
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS RULES.
Modifies penalties for violations of the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations rules from a fixed fine to a fine proportional to the yearly income of the violator. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, Fukunaga, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
HB2547 |
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SB2615 SD1 HD3
Contractors; Employees; Counties; Wages; Benefits; Hours; Employment Status; Disclosure
RELATING TO COUNTY LABOR STANDARDS.
Authorizes the counties to require contractors to disclose information regarding its employees' wages, benefits, hours, and employment status and deny, revoke, or suspend a building permit application for violating laws relating to wages, benefits, hours, and employment status, under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 5:20 PM; CR 016. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB2616
Education; Athletics; Student-Athletes; Names, Images, Likenesses; Compensation; Representation; Public Schools; Private Schools
RELATING TO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS.
Authorizes student-athletes attending public and private high schools to earn compensation for the use of their name, image, or likeness, and to obtain related professional representation. Repeals on 1/1/30. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
AWA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
EDU/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2617 SD1
LRB; Foreign Individuals or Entities; Purchase of Real Property; Prohibition; Study; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to conduct a study and report on the forty-one states in the country that have enacted laws limiting the sale of real property to foreign individuals or entities, and how those laws and related constitutional precedents could inform demand-side regulations for the real estate market in Hawaii in favor of resident ownership, specifically owner-occupied resident ownership. Makes an appropriation. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL/CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
AWA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
WAL/CPC, FIN |
HB2542 |
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SB2618
DHHL; Law Enforcement; Statutes; Ordinances; Police Powers
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Provides that within lands under Department of Hawaiian Home Lands jurisdiction, the Department shall have the nonexclusive authority to enforce state statutes and rules and county ordinances and rules in the same manner as state sheriffs and county police officers. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HWN/PSM, JDC. |
AWA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
HWN/PSM, JDC |
HB1619 |
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SB2619
Cannabis; Medical Use; Cultivation; Patients; Caregivers; DOH
RELATING TO THE MEDICAL USE OF CANNABIS.
Establishes a licensing system for medical cannabis cultivation. Facilitates the transport of medical cannabis. Expands the scope of authorized actions for medical cannabis patients. Provides that qualifying out-of-state patients need not register with the Department of Health. Protects medical cannabis patients and cultivation licenses from undue discrimination. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
AWA, Chang |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2620
Potable Water; Nonpotable Water; Golf Courses; Irrigation; Water Conservation
RELATING TO WATER CONSERVATION.
Prohibits the use of potable water to irrigate golf courses subject to certain exceptions. Defines potable water. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
AWA, Chang |
WTL/HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2621
DLNR; Endangered Species; Rulemaking; Coconut Palms; Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles
RELATING TO ENDANGERED SPECIES.
Amends the definition of "endangered species". Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to designate as an endangered species any species of land plant as required by legislative act. Directs the department to designate certain species of coconut palms as endangered species. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN, JDC. |
AWA |
WTL/AEN, JDC |
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SB2622
Tobacco Products; Unlawful Shipment of Tobacco Products; Cigars; Online Sales; Exemption
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Exempts cigars from the prohibition of shipment of tobacco products to non-licensees. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC/WAM. |
AWA |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2623
Ethics; Legislators; State Equipment; Community Initiatives
RELATING TO LEGISLATORS.
Authorizes state legislators to use state-owned or state operated equipment for bona fide community initiatives within their respective districts. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to GVO, JDC/WAM. |
AWA |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2624
Real Property; Agricultural Lands; HDOA; AG; Restrictions on Foreign Ownership; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Prohibits certain foreign parties from owning, purchasing, or acquiring an interest in agricultural lands. Establishes an Office of Agricultural Intelligence within the Department of Agriculture to investigate claims that land is unlawfully owned by a prohibited foreign party. Requires the Attorney General to undertake enforcement activities. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL/TCA, JDC/WAM. |
AWA |
AEN/WTL/TCA, JDC/WAM |
HB2541 |
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SB2625
Opportunity Zones; General Excise Tax; Income Tax; Unemployment Contributions; Exemption
RELATING TO OPPORTUNITY ZONES.
Permanently excludes businesses within a federally designated opportunity zone from required unemployment insurance contributions and temporarily excludes those businesses from general excise and income tax for five years. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET/LBT, WAM/CPN. |
AWA |
EET/LBT, WAM/CPN |
HB1618 |
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SB2626
Affordable Housing; Emergency Proclamation; Ineligibility of Luxury Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Provides that a project may not proceed under an emergency proclamation relating to housing or affordable housing if that project includes any construction, development, redevelopment, or adaptive reuse that results in a new luxury housing unit or the conversion of an existing residential unit to a luxury housing unit. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU/PSM, JDC. |
AWA |
HOU/PSM, JDC |
HB2204 |
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SB2627
Elections; Ballot; Arrangement of Candidate Names; Randomization
RELATING TO ARRANGEMENT OF CANDIDATE NAMES ON BALLOTS.
Requires that any new contract entered into by the Office of Elections for equipment or services relating to preparing ballots or counting votes include the capability to randomize the names of candidates appearing on the ballot if technologically possible. Requires candidate names to be randomized on ballots to the greatest extent possible. Requires the Office of Elections to inform voters and candidates, by a method suited for the voting system, that the names of candidates may not be in alphabetical order. |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
JDC, WAM |
HB1606 |
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SB2628
DLE; Department of the State Sheriff
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Renames the Department of Law Enforcement to the "Department of the State Sheriff". Renames the Director of Law Enforcement to "State Sheriff" and deputy directors to "undersheriffs". Establishes an assistant position to be designated by the State Sheriff. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Fukunaga, Gabbard, Ihara, Kidani |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
HB1811 |
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SB2629
DCR; Incarcerated Persons; Free Phone Calls
RELATING TO INCARCERATED PERSONS.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to make phone calls free for incarcerated persons who have been convicted or are detained and awaiting a verdict. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Kidani |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2630 SD1 HD2
Pedestrians; Safety; Street Crossing
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Authorizes pedestrians to cross roadways in a manner contrary to the statewide traffic code under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/9/2024- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 670). |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA |
TRN, JHA |
HB1623 |
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SB2631
Arrest Photographs; Mugshots; Commercial Websites; Restriction
RELATING TO ARREST PHOTOGRAPHS.
Prohibits commercial website operators from publishing mugshots. Establishes exemptions. |
(H)
3/13/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2632
Motor Vehicle Insurance; Report of Cancellation
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Requires insurers that issue motor vehicle insurance to notify the Insurance Commissioner when the insured or insurer cancels or fails to renew a policy or that the insurer issues a policy. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN. |
RHOADS |
CPN |
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SB2633
Income Tax Credit; Cesspool Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024, provides a temporary income tax credit for the cost of upgrading or converting a qualified cesspool to a wastewater system approved by the director of health, or connecting to a sewerage system. Sunsets 12/31/2029. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2634
University of Hawaii Maui College; Certified Nurse Aides; Licensed Practical Nurses; Certified Nurse Aide to Practical Nurse Bridge Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE EDUCATION.
Makes appropriations for the expansion of the certified nurse aide to practical nurse bridge program at the University of Hawaii Maui College, including funding for instructional costs and student aid. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2635
DOE; Operations; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for operational expenses, including the hiring of staff. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2636
Boards; Remote Testifiers; Remote Testimony; Removal
RELATING TO REMOTE MEETINGS.
Requires a board to offer remote testifiers an option to be seen and heard by the board and the public when offering remote testimony. Authorizes a board to remove or block any persons who intentionally disrupt or compromise the conduct of a meeting. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
IHARA |
GVO/LBT, JDC |
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SB2637 SD2
Board Meetings; Sunshine Law; Open Meetings Requirement; Exemptions; Investigations; Scheduling of Meetings
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Require the third meeting of a board to deliberate and act on a matter investigated by a group of its members to be held at least six days after the second meeting. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
IHARA |
JHA |
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SB2638 SD1
Board Packets; Public Inspection; Timeframe; Public Testimony
RELATING TO BOARD PACKETS.
Requires boards to make available for public inspection board packets, if created, at the time the board packet is distributed to the board members but no later than two business days before the meeting. Carves out an exception by allowing public testimony to be distributed to board members within two business days before the meeting. Requires boards to provide notice that includes a list of the documents that were compiled by the board and distributed to board members before a meeting. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
IHARA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2639
OIP; UIPA; Sunshine Law; Public Appeal
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Updates the enforcement mechanisms for the Uniform Information Practices Act and the Sunshine Law. |
(S)
2/8/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
IHARA |
GVO, JDC |
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SB2640 SD2 HD1
HHCA; DHHL; Cash Award; Waiting List; Mortgage; Rent; Residential Lots
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Amends the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act to authorize the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to provide cash awards to beneficiaries on the waiting list in lieu of a lease. Amends the Hawaiian Home Loan Fund to be allow for the use of cash award payments. Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to remove those beneficiaries from the waiting list. Specifies that beneficiaries who accept a cash reward shall lose their right to return to the waiting list, but remain entitled to other rights provided by the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/17/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 690). |
SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2641 SD1
Moving Violations; Traffic Abstract; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS.
Limits moving violations arising from the operation of a motor vehicle that appear on traffic abstracts to those that resulted in convictions. Requires the Traffic and Emergency Period Violations Bureaus to remove all alleged moving violations not resulting in a conviction from certified abstracts. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
TCA/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2642
Department of Health; Clean and Sober Homes Registry; Mandatory Registration; Notification
RELATING TO CLEAN AND SOBER HOMES.
Requires mandatory registration for all clean and sober homes. Requires the Department of Health to ensure there is equitable distribution of clean and sober homes throughout a county. Requires an applicant to obtain written approval from the appropriate county showing compliance with all land use and zoning ordinances and rules. Prohibits the Department of Health from issuing a certificate of registration: unless, in certain counties, a public informational meeting is first held before a neighborhood board in the affected community; and if there are more than a certain number of registered clean and sober homes within a certain mile radius in the affected community. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Elefante, Kidani |
HHS/PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB2750 |
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SB2643
Child Welfare Services; Child Removal; Child Protective Act; Imminent Harm
RELATING TO CHILD PROTECTION.
Amends the definition of "imminent harm" in the Child Protective Act. Clarifies the due process required for child removals, including removals by a police officer without a court order. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HHS/PSM, JDC |
HB2749 |
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SB2644
Legislative Budget Office; Fiscal Analysis; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO A LEGISLATIVE BUDGET OFFICE.
Establishes the legislative budget office to produce fiscal analyses and reports on bills impacting state or county finances. Repeals the joint legislative budget committee and the office of the legislative analyst. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
HB2022 |
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SB2645 SD2
DHHL; Compliance; Hawaiian Home Lands; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMPLIANCE ON HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes a compliance program within the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to investigate complaints, conduct investigations, and cooperate with law enforcement authorities to ensure compliance with laws. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
HB2764 |
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SB2646
DHHL; HHCA; Federal Housing Administration; Loan Limit
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Increases the loan limit for direct loans provided by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to 75% of the maximum single residence loan amount allowed in Hawaii by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development's Federal Housing Administration, instead of 50%, as currently outlined in section 215 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. Takes effect on either the date of the Secretary of the Interior's notification that congressional approval of this Act is unnecessary, or on the date of consent by the United States Congress. |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2218 |
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SB2647
DHHL; HHCA; Direct Loans; Loan Terms
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Increases the allowable loan term for direct loans provided by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to forty years, instead of thirty years, as currently outlined in section 215 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. Takes effect on either the date of the Secretary of the Interior's notification that congressional approval of this Act is unnecessary, or on the date of consent by the United States Congress. |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2648
HCDA; Membership; HHC
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee to the Hawaii Community Development Authority. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
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SB2649
HHFDC Board of Directors; Membership; HHC
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee to the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU/HWN, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HOU/HWN, WAM |
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SB2650 SD1
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; Geothermal Resources; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates moneys for the continued exploration and identification of geothermal resources on Hawaiian Home Lands. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HWN/EET, WAM |
HB2031 |
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SB2651
School Impact Fees; Exemption; Housing; DHHL
RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.
Makes permanent the exemption from school impact fees of housing developed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HWN/EDU, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HWN/EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB2030 |
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SB2652 SD1 HD1
State Budget; Information; Vacant Positions
RELATING TO THE BUDGET.
Expands items that may be contained in the state budget to include information related to vacant positions for reclassification or abolishment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 704). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Inouye, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2653 SD1
DHHL; Historic Preservation; Project Reviews of Proposed State Projects
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEWS.
Allows the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to assume historic preservation review of any proposed project for lands under its jurisdiction except for projects affecting properties listed or nominated for inclusion in the Hawaii register of historic places or the national register of historic places; provided that the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands consult with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs during the review for certain sites. (SD1) |
(S)
2/22/2024- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HWN/WTL, WAM |
HB2029 |
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SB2654 SD1
DHHL; General Excise Tax Exemption; Use Tax Exemption
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts any development of homestead lots or housing for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands from general excise and use taxes. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
HB2034 |
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SB2655
HHC; AG; Independent Legal Counsel; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION.
Allows the Hawaiian Homes Commission to retain independent legal counsel. Authorizes the Hawaiian Homes Commission to use the services of the Attorney General as needed. Provides that funds owed to independent legal counsel shall be paid by the Hawaiian Homes Commission with general funds appropriated by the legislature. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2763 |
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SB2656
CWRM; HHC; Chairperson; Membership
RELATING TO THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Increases the number of Commission on Water Resource Management members from 7 to 8, with only 5 of the 8 members required to have substantial experience in water resource management. Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission, or the Chairperson's designee, as a member of the Commission on Water Resource Management. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
HB2219 |
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SB2657 SD1 HD2 CD1
Makahiki Commemoration Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO MAKAHIKI COMMEMORATION DAY.
Amends the date of Makahiki Commemoration Day. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CAI, JHA |
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SB2658
State Water Code; Commission on Water Resource Management; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty of $50 and a maximum penalty of $60,000 per violation of the State Water Code and makes each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Requires the Commission on Water Resource Management to determine the amount of the penalty based on the circumstances of the violation. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2659 SD1 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Tourism Authority; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Objectives and Policies; Visitor Industry; Tourism Functional Plan
RELATING TO REGENERATIVE TOURISM.
Incorporates a regenerative framework into the Hawaii State Planning Act by expanding objectives and policies for the visitor industry. Requires periodic updates to the Tourism Functional Plan, specifies elements to be included in the Tourism Functional plan, and requires an update to the Tourism Functional Plan to be submitted to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2025. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, Ihara |
TOU, FIN |
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SB2660
Refundable Child Tax Credit
RELATING TO A CHILD TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a refundable child tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
LEE, KANUHA, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani |
HHS, WAM |
HB1662 |
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SB2661
DHS; Pilot Program; Homeless Employment Grant Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes the Homeless Employment Grant Program, a three-year pilot program, that provides homeless individuals with work opportunities and connects them with service providers. Requires the Department of Human Services to report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS/LBT, WAM |
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SB2662
Unemployment Compensation; State Income Tax Exemption; Maximum Weekly Benefit
RELATING TO UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION.
Exempts unemployment compensation from state personal income tax beginning in the 2023 tax year. Increases the maximum weekly benefit a person may receive in unemployment compensation beginning on 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
LEE, Ihara, Kidani, Shimabukuro |
LBT, WAM |
HB1612 |
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SB2663
Unemployment Benefits; Labor Dispute; Strike; HLRB
RELATING TO UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.
Authorizes employees who are not working due to a strike, lockout, or other labor dispute to receive unemployment benefits if the Hawaii Labor Relations Board determines that the employer has not made or is failing to make reasonable, timely, and good faith efforts to negotiate. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
LEE |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2664
Earned Wage Access; Interest and Usury Law; Employer; Employee Definition; Truth in Lending Act; Annual Percentage Rate; Credit; Debt; Finance Charge
RELATING TO EARNED WAGE ACCESS.
Amends the law governing interest and usury by defining "debt" to include any amount that a consumer agrees to pay under certain conditions; requiring "annual percentage rates" to be calculated pursuant to the Truth in Lending Act and requiring certain charges, amounts, and fees to be deemed as "finance charges" in its calculation; clarifying the types of expected sources of funds to be included in the term "credit"; and repealing the stand-alone definition of "finance charge". |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
LEE, MCKELVEY |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2665
DLIR; Four-Day Workweek Task Force; Public Employees; Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
Require the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to convene a Four-Day Workweek Task Force. Requires the taskforce to submit a report to the Legislature. Dissolves the taskforce on 6/30/25. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
LEE, McKelvey, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2666
Hawaii Retirement Savings Act; Hawaii Retirement Savings Program; Automatic Enrollment; Opt-Out Option
RELATING TO HAWAII RETIREMENT SAVINGS ACT.
Requires covered employers to automatically enroll covered employees into the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program unless the employee chooses to opt out. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
LEE |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2667
DOH; Cancer Treatment; Heavy Ion; Therapy Center; Study
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Health to conduct a study to determine the cost and feasibility of establishing a heavy ion cancer therapy center in the State and using revenues derived from treating non-residents to subsidize cancer treatments of residents. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, Gabbard, Kidani |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2668
DCCA; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact; Adoption; Rules
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
LEE |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2669
DOH; Gender Affirming Treatment; Telehealth; Provider-Patient Relationship; In-Person Requirements; Prescriptions; Licensure; Professional Liability Insurance; Foreign Subpoenas; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GENDER AFFIRMING CARE.
Excepts certain in-person consultation and examination requirements to establish a provider-patient relationship for the purposes of gender affirming treatment via telehealth. Excepts certain in-person consultation and examination requirements to establish a provider-patient relationship for issuing prescriptions for the purposes of gender affirming treatment. Prohibits certain boards from taking adverse action against individuals possessing or applying for a license to practice medicine and surgery or nursing for providing gender affirming treatments in the State in compliance with the laws of the State or being disciplined by another state for providing gender affirming treatments. Prohibits certain insurers from taking adverse actions against health care providers for providing gender affirming treatments. Prohibits court clerks from issuing subpoenas in connection with out-of-state subpoenas related to gender affirming treatments that are provided in compliance with the laws of the State. Requires the Department of Health to establish a public health campaign that educates the public on gender affirming treatment services statewide. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
LEE |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2670
DOE; Public Schools; Preferred Names
RELATING TO PREFERRED NAMES.
Requires the Department of Education to implement a process to allow students to use preferred names to strengthen inclusivity in public schools. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB1799 |
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SB2671
DOE; Sustainable Schools Initiative; Electric Transportation
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish zero-emission vehicle goals as part of the sustainable schools initiative. Requires annual report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
LEE, Kidani |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB2672
Board of Education; HSPLS; Review of Materials; Collection Development; Duplicative or Substantially Similar Requests
RELATING TO LIBRARIES.
Authorizes the state librarian to decline to conduct a requested review of an item within the Hawaii State Public Library System collection if the item was previously reviewed by the system in good faith, the basis for the request is duplicative or substantially similar to the basis for the prior review, the response to the prior review was issued within the last year, and the state librarian determines that it is unlikely that the library's response would differ from response issued for the prior request. |
(S)
1/30/2024- Re-Referred to EDU, JDC. |
LEE, CHANG, Gabbard, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
EDU, JDC |
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SB2673 SD1
Motor Vehicle Insurance; Chiropractic; Charges; Workers' Compensation Supplemental Medical Fee Schedules
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires that the authorized insurance benefits for chiropractic treatments for personal injury protection benefits under motor vehicle insurance be tied to the charges, and any subsequent increases in charges, permissible under the workers' compensation supplemental medical schedule. Takes effect 7/1/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KIDANI |
LGO, CPC, FIN |
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SB2674
DBEDT; HTDC; Alternative Energy Research; Matching Grants; Office of Naval Research; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Authorizes the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to establish a two-year Hawaii Office of Naval Research Grant Program to provide 50% matching grants to Hawaii awardees of alternative energy research grants from the United States Department of Defense Office of Naval Research. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to adopt administrative rules to implement the Hawaii Office of Naval Research Grant Program. Establishes the Alternative Energy Research and Development Revolving Fund. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KIDANI |
EET, WAM |
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SB2675 SD1
HSEO; DOA; DLNR; Renewable Energy Development and Food Security; Phytoremediation Biofuels Pilot Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY AND FOOD SECURITY.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Department of Land and Natural Resources, to facilitate the private sector's development of renewable energy projects that also support agricultural food production. Makes various amendments to the requirements of solar energy facilities on lands with certain soil classifications. Establishes within the Hawaii State Energy Office a three-year Phytoremediation Biofuels Pilot Program to be conducted by the Hawaii State Energy Office in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Department of Land and Natural Resources and requires a report to the Governor and Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations and establishes an Interagency Liaison position within the Hawaii State Energy Office. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2676
Digital Currency; Protection of Choice; Individuals; Organizations; Businesses; Companies
RELATING TO DIGITAL CURRENCY.
Prohibits the State from requiring any person to adopt or use digital currency. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2677 SD2 HD1
Demand Water Heater Device; Residential; Variance; Approving Entity
RELATING TO ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Requires that a demand water heater device be approved by any nationally recognized testing laboratory, rather than just Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., for the acceptance of a variance application. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
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SB2678
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to increase the funding for medicaid in-home services, conditioned on the Department of Human Services obtaining the maximum federal matching funds and pursuing all other funding sources. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
HB2539 |
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SB2679
DOE; Firearms; Firearm Safety; Firearm Access Prevention; Secure Storage
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Requires the Department of Education to create and distribute to the parents and guardians of students a firearms access prevention and secure storage model notice. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB2323 |
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SB2680
Motor Vehicle Rental Fees; Spouse; Additional Driver
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE RENTAL FEES.
Prohibits the charging of a fee for a lessee's spouse by a lessor under certain conditions. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN. |
RHOADS, AQUINO |
TCA, CPN |
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SB2681
Emergency Management; State of Emergency
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Amends chapter 127A, HRS, to clarify State and local authority. Prohibits the Governor or Mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital specifics during a state of emergency. Clarifies that powers granted for emergency purposes shall not be construed as permitting actions inconsistent with the state constitution. Adds definition of the term "severe warning" as used in 127A-30, HRS. Allows the Legislature and city councils to terminate a state of emergency, in whole or in part, issued by the Governor or Mayor, respectively. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2682 SD1 HD1
DOH; Minors; Lead Poisoning; Lead Screening Tests; Mandatory Testing; Recommendations; Exemption
RELATING TO LEAD POISONING.
Beginning 1/1/2025, requires physicians to perform or order lead screening tests for minor patients at certain intervals as recommended by the Department of Health and make an entry of the lead screening test in the minor patient's record. Requires the Department of Health to adopt recommendations for lead screening tests. Provides certain exemptions for the mandatory lead screening tests of minors for lead poisoning. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2156 |
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SB2683 SD1 HD1
Defamation; Litigation; Sexual Misconduct; Immunity
RELATING TO DEFAMATION.
Protects individuals who make claims of sexual assault, sexual harassment, or sex discrimination from defamation lawsuits unless the claims were made with malice. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
HB1824 |
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SB2684
Animal Cruelty; Penalties; Felony; Illegal Animal Fighting; Birds
RELATING TO ANIMAL CRUELTY.
Creates penalties relating to the fighting of birds. |
(S)
2/21/2024- Re-Referred to JDC. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, LEE, Elefante, Ihara, Inouye, Wakai |
JDC |
HB1980 |
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SB2685 SD1 HD1
Domestic Violence; Judicial Procedures; Abusive Litigation
RELATING TO ABUSIVE LITIGATION.
Beginning 1/1/2026, establishes judicial procedures to prevent and remedy abusive litigation. Requires the courts to create new forms by 1/1/2025. Requires the Judiciary to provide training to judges by 7/1/2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Ganaden, Garcia, Souza voting no (3) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
RHOADS, GABBARD, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
HB2657 |
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SB2686 SD1
Public Servants; Public Officials; Government Records; Public Records; Personal Information; Disclosure; Prohibition; Criminal Offense; Unlawful Publication of Personal Information
RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION OF CERTAIN PUBLIC SERVANTS.
Establishes within the State's Address Confidentiality Program protection for public servants that prohibits upon written request from the public servant or representative any person or organization from disclosing certain personal information. Establishes the offense of unlawful publication of personal information that prohibits any person or organization from knowingly disclosing protected personal information of public officials with the intent to cause reputational harm, emotional injury, or bodily injury. Takes effect 9/1/2024. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA/CPC, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, Fukunaga, Kidani, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
JHA/CPC |
HB2320 |
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SB2687 SD1 HD2 CD1
Elections; Materially Deceptive Media; Artificial Intelligence; Deepfake Technology; Prohibition; Penalty; Remedies
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Prohibits a person from recklessly distributing, or entering into an agreement with another person to distribute, materially deceptive media, subject to certain exceptions. Establishes criminal penalties for distributing materially deceptive media. Establishes remedies for parties injured by the distribution of materially deceptive media. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RHOADS, MCKELVEY |
JHA, CPC |
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SB2688
Access Hawaii Advisory Committee; Access Hawaii Committee; Disability Access to Public Information
RELATING TO INFORMATION ACCESSIBILITY.
Establishes the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee to advise the Access Hawaii Committee on how to improve accessibility to government information for people with diminished access to government information arising from disabilities. Requires the Access Hawaii Committee to review the recommendations of the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee, implement appropriate action to improve access to the government, and include in its annual report the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee's recommendations and the Access Hawaii Committee's actions relative to the Access Hawaii Advisory Committee's recommendations. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA |
GVO/HHS, WAM |
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SB2689
Marijuana Possession; Expungement; Reports
RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT.
Creates a state-initiated process to expunge records of arrests and convictions pursuant to section 712-1249, Hawaii Revised Statutes, at no cost to the record holder. Requires the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center to submit biannual reports to the legislature until all eligible records are expunged. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Re-Referred to JDC, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB1595 |
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SB2690 SD1
Intoxicating Liquor; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence; Public Consumption; Purchase; Prohibition
RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR.
Prohibits any person convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant or habitually operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant from purchasing or publicly consuming alcohol for a certain period. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/23/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
RHOADS |
TCA, CPN/JDC |
HB1594 |
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SB2691
Flavored Tobacco Products; Mislabeled E-liquid Products; Sale; Prohibition
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Prohibits the sale of flavored tobacco products and mislabeled e-liquid products that contain nicotine. Repeals language making the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices a statewide concern and preempting county ordinances and regulations. Effective 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, WAKAI, Kidani |
CPN/HHS, JDC |
HB1778 |
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SB2692 SD1
Owners of Dangerous Dogs; Requirements and Penalties
RELATING TO DANGEROUS DOGS.
Establishes requirements and penalties for owners of dangerous dogs. Allows for impounding of dangerous dogs under certain conditions. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS, Kidani |
JHA, FIN |
HB2058 |
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SB2693 SD2 HD1 CD1
Emergency Management; States of Emergency; Charitable Fraud; Prohibited
RELATING TO STATES OF EMERGENCY.
Establishes the offense of charitable fraud during a state of emergency. Provides that a person commits charitable fraud during a state of emergency if that person, during a state of emergency proclaimed by the Governor, performs certain deceptive acts or practices in connection with the solicitation of a contribution to assist persons affected by a disaster or emergency. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
LEE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI |
JHA |
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SB2694
Consumer Protection; Food Establishments; Fees and Surcharges; Disclosure Requirements; Advertising; Food and Beverages; Unfair and Deceptive Practices
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Requires each food establishment to clearly and conspicuously display, in each advertisement and when a price is first shown to a customer, the total price of the food or beverage provided, including any mandatory fees a customer would incur during the transaction, which shall not change during the purchase process. Prohibits a food establishment from imposing on a customer or advertising any mandatory fees that are excessive or deceptive for any food or beverage offered by the food establishment. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN. |
LEE, MCKELVEY |
CPN |
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SB2695 SD1 HD1
Privacy; Personal Information; Security Breach; Notice; Identifier; Specified Data Element
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Adds definitions of "identifier" and "specified data element" and amends the definition of "personal information" for the purposes of notifying affected persons of data and security breaches under existing state law that governs the security breach of personal information. Includes licensees subject to the Insurance Data Security Law among the businesses deemed compliant with security breach notice requirements under existing state law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
LEE, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2696
Consumer Health Data; Privacy
RELATING TO CONSUMER HEALTH DATA.
Establishes standards for the collection, sale, and destruction of consumer health data by regulated entities and small businesses. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, JDC. |
LEE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPN/HHS, JDC |
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SB2697 SD1 HD1
DCCA; Architects; Licensure; Revocation; Bribery
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE.
Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to revoke the licenses of architects who have been, or caused a government employee to be, convicted of a criminal offense involving the acceptance of a bribe. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
LEE, ELEFANTE, Fukunaga, Keohokalole, San Buenaventura |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2698
Dogs; Restaurants
RELATING TO DOGS.
Allows dogs in restaurants at the restaurant owner's or manager's discretion, provided that certain conditions are met. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, CHANG, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2699
Department of Health; Tips; Allocation; Disclosure; Food Establishments; Restaurants
RELATING TO TIP APPORTIONMENT.
Requires food establishments to publicly disclose how tips are allocated among employees. Effective 1/1/25. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, MCKELVEY |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2700
Right to Repair; Products; Appliances; Repairs; Manufacturers; Authorized Repair Providers
RELATING TO THE RIGHT TO REPAIR.
Requires manufacturers of certain products and appliances to make available to any applicable product or appliance owners, service and repair facilities, and service dealers, on fair and reasonable terms, the documentation, parts, and tools used to diagnose, maintain, and repair the product or appliance. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
LEE, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2701
Department of Taxation; Income Tax Pass-Through Entity Taxation Election; S Corporations; Partnerships; Tax Credit; Carry Forward
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Reduces the tax rate for pass-through entities electing to pay Hawaii income taxes at the entity level. Allows certain members of pass-through entities entitled to a tax credit to use the credit against the member's net income tax liability in subsequent years until exhausted. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WAM. |
LEE |
WAM |
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SB2702
Election Fraud; Intimidation; Firearms; Weapons; Photography; Voters
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Specifies that the practice of election fraud intimidation includes carrying any firearm or weapon and photographing the face of any voter without permission from both the voter and an appropriate election official when those actions occur at or near a voter service center, place of deposit, or polling place. |
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2/27/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Wakai |
JDC |
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SB2703
Firearms; Ammunition; Sale; Requirements; Prohibition; Penalty
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Requires a person selling ammunition to require the buyer to provide proof of a valid firearm registration together with a government-issued identification. Prohibits sellers of ammunition from selling ammunition to a buyer of a caliber not compatible with a buyer's registered firearm. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, CPN/JDC |
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SB2704
AG; Penal Code; Forfeiture; Civil Assets
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Prohibits civil asset forfeiture unless the covered offense is a felony for which the property owner has been convicted. Excludes the forfeiture proceedings for an animal pending criminal charges. Requires the Attorney General to deposit the net proceeds of the forfeited property to the credit of the state general fund. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2705
Attorney General; Penal Code; Forfeiture; Civil Assets
RELATING TO CIVIL ASSET FORFEITURE.
Prohibits civil asset forfeiture unless the covered offense is a felony for which the property owner has been convicted. Excludes the forfeiture proceedings for an animal pending criminal charges. Requires the Attorney General to deposit the net proceeds of the forfeited property to the credit of the state general fund. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
LEE |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2706 SD1 HD1
Clean Slate Expungement Task Force; Criminal Records; Conviction; State-Initiated Expungement; Reports
RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT OF CRIMINAL RECORDS.
Establishes the Clean Slate Expungement Task Force to develop a state-initiated record clearing program. Requires the Task Force to submit reports to the Legislature. (HD1) |
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4/22/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE |
JHA |
HB1663 |
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SB2707
DCR; Pilot Program; Incarcerated Individuals; Minimum Wage; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INCARCERATED PERSONS.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to establish a three-year pilot program to employ and pay incarcerated individuals with fewer than five years left on their sentence the minimum wage. Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to submit reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM/JDC. |
LEE |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB2708
Department of Education; Neighborhood Boards; Regional Community Advisory Boards; Student Representation; Membership; Selection; Quorum; Voting; Permitted Activities; Terms
RELATING TO CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
Requires all public high schools statewide to select not more than two students to represent the interests of students at the public high school and young people in the community on the neighborhood board or regional community advisory board where the public high school is located, if any. Authorizes students to serve as voting members. Provides that students may contribute to existing quorum. Establishes terms for selected students. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/EDU, JDC. |
LEE |
PSM/EDU, JDC |
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SB2709
DHRD; Government Innovation Shadow Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT INNOVATION SHADOWS.
Establishes a Government Innovation Shadow Program that allows the State's governmental units to temporarily assign employees to shadow employees of other governmental agencies and private organizations and businesses to observe and report innovations, process improvements, and best practices that can be adopted by the State. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
LEE, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2710 SD2 HD1
State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Hawaii Leadership Awards Program
RELATING TO CULTURE AND ARTS.
Establishes the Hawaii Leadership Awards Program to honor individuals who have made considerable and outstanding contributions to Hawaii and serve as inspirations to others. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
LEE |
CAI, FIN |
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SB2711 SD1
Dislocated Workers Law; Divestiture; Worker Retention; Penalty; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO WORKER RETENTION.
In an event of a divestiture of a covered establishment, requires the successor employer to employ incumbent employees under certain circumstances. Establishes a penalty. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect of 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2712
Warehouse Worker Protection Act; Warehouse Quotas; Employer Recordkeeping
RELATING TO WAREHOUSE WORKERS.
Establishes the Warehouse Worker Protection Act. Requires certain warehouse employers to provide written descriptions of quotas to employees and maintain records of quotas and employee work speed data. Protects employees from quotas that would prevent compliance with meal or rest periods or the use of bathroom facilities. Allows employees to request a written description of their quota and employee work speed data. Requires the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations to adopt rules to implement the provisions of the Act. |
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2/9/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2713
Employment Practices; Paid Meal Periods; Waiver
RELATING TO PAID MEAL PERIODS.
Requires certain employers to provide paid meal periods to certain employees under certain circumstances. Establishes conditions for waivers of the paid meal periods. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga, Kidani |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2714
Collective Bargaining; Initiation; Time Frame
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Amends the period for an employer and an individual or labor organization that has been newly organized or certified as a representative to meet and commence to bargain collectively. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN/JDC. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga, Kidani |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2715 SD1 HD2 CD1
Unfair Labor Practices; Meetings; Political Matters; Prohibition
RELATING TO UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICES.
Makes it unlawful for an employer to discharge, discipline, or otherwise penalize or threaten any adverse employment action against an employee because the employee declines to attend or participate in an employer-sponsored meeting that communicates the opinion of the employer about political matters, or declines to receive or listen to a communication from the employer that communicates the opinion of the employer about political matters. Defines "employee" and "political matters". (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
LGO, JHA |
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SB2716
Collective Bargaining; Retirement Benefits.
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Allows retirement benefits to be negotiated during collective bargaining negotiations. |
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2/9/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2717
DAGS; Employment; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Allows the Department of Accounting and General Services to employ persons exempt from civil service and collective bargaining requirements. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
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SB2718 SD1 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Labor Relations Board; Hearsay Evidence; Administrative Procedures
RELATED TO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES.
Allows the Hawaii Labor Relations Board to admit and consider hearsay evidence. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga, Kidani |
LGO, JHA |
HB2508 |
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SB2719 SD1
DHRD; Employee Classification; Positions; Establishment; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds to establish      full-time equivalent (     .0 FTE) positions within the Employee Classification and Compensation Division of the Department of Human Resources Development to perform employee classification duties. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, Elefante, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2720
Landlords; Tenants; Rentals; Neighbors; Harassment; Liability
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS.
Establishes a process by which a neighbor of a tenant may seek relief from the tenant's landlord for acts of harassment by the tenant. Includes an alternative process for the eviction of tenants. |
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2/2/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
AQUINO |
CPN, JDC |
HB1515 |
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SB2721 SD2 HD2 CD1
Boating and Ocean Recreation; Criminal Penalties
RELATING TO OCEAN RECREATION.
Clarifies the penalties for violations of ocean recreation laws. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani |
WAL, JHA |
HB2249 |
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SB2722 SD1
UH; Cancer Center; Multiethnic Cohort Study; Matching Funds; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CANCER.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii Cancer Center to conduct a multiethnic cohort study focusing on the social determinants of health, lifestyles, environmental exposures, and resilience factors of Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, and Filipinos; provided that the University of Hawaii shall obtain, at a minimum, matching federal funds to conduct the study. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Elefante, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
HB2511 |
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SB2723
Counties; Civil Fines; Sale of Real Property
RELATING TO COUNTY ORDINANCES.
Authorizes counties, after adoption of an ordinance, to sell private property after all notices, orders, and appeal proceedings are exhausted and to use those revenues to pay unpaid civil fines related to that property. |
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2/8/2024- Re-Referred to GVO, JDC/WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
HB2310 |
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SB2724
Negligent Homicide in the First Degree; Driving Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Child Support
RELATING TO VICTIM RESTITUTION.
Requires defendants convicted of causing the death of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of drugs or alcohol to make restitution in the form of financial support to each surviving child of the victim. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to JDC. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Inouye, Kidani |
JDC |
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SB2725 HD1 CD1
Taxation; Pass-Through Entities; S Corporations; Partnerships; Qualified Members
RELATING TO PASS-THROUGH ENTITY TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2023, adds a definition for "qualified member" and repeals the definitions for "direct member" and "indirect member" as used in the State's pass through entity taxation election law. Amends the pass through entity level tax rate to be the sum of all qualified member's distributive shares and guaranteed payments of Hawaii taxable income, as calculated under chapter 235, HRS, multiplied by 9%. For pass-through entities electing to pay Hawaii income taxes at the entity level, allows certain qualified members entitled to a tax credit to use the credit against the member's net income tax liability in subsequent years until exhausted. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
FIN |
HB2307 |
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SB2726 SD2 HD1 CD1
Condominium Property Regime Task Force; LRB; Study; Report; Condominium Education Trust Fund; Real Estate Commission; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to conduct a study on how certain other states approach the following subjects as they relate to condominiums: an ombudsman, licenses for management, alternative dispute resolution, governmental regulation, owner education, and owner access to documents. Extends the deadline for the final report and the cease date for the Condominium Property Regime Task Force to 6/30/2026. Makes appropriations. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Ihara, Keohokalole |
CPC, FIN |
HB1814 |
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SB2727 SD2 HD2
Condominiums; Commercial Property; C-PACER; Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Allows condominiums to be eligible for commercial property assessed financing. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/22/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 791). |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Ihara, Wakai |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2728 SD2
Appraisal Management Companies; Registration; Real Property; Appropriations; Compliance Resolution Fund ($)
RELATING TO APPRAISAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES.
Reestablishes the Appraisal Management Company Registration Program within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conform with the minimum standards of the Appraisal Management Companies Final Rule and federal Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Reestablishes registration requirements, standards, and penalties for violations. Makes appropriations from the Compliance Resolution Fund. Effective / /2050, 7/1/2050, and 9/30/2050. (SD2) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
FUKUNAGA, IHARA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
LGO, CPC, FIN |
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SB2729
Emergency Management; Emergency; Definition; Acute Occurrences
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Amends the definition of "emergency" for emergency management purposes to mean an acute occurrence, or imminent threat thereof, which results or may likely result in substantial injury or harm to the population or substantial damage to or loss of property or substantial damage to or loss of the environment, and the occurrence cannot be handled by laws adopted by the Legislature and signed by the Governor due to the time constraints. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
FUKUNAGA |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2730 SD1
Insurance Commissioner; Insurers; Mutual Benefit Societies; Health Maintenance Organizations; Dental Insurers; Records; Supplemental Compensation Exhibits; Compensation; Directors; Trustees; Officers; Employees; Disclosure
RELATING TO TRANSPARENCY.
Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to disclose records, including but not limited to Supplemental Compensation Exhibits, submitted to the Insurance Commissioner that describe the name, title, or compensation of the directors, trustees, officers, or employees of insurers, mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, or dental insurers. Provides that the disclosure of the records shall not constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy under section 92F-13, HRS. (SD1) |
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3/13/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2731 SD1 HD1 CD1
Special Number Plates; Veterans; Iraq and Afghanistan Wars
RELATING TO SPECIAL LICENSE PLATES FOR IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN WAR VETERANS.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to honor veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
LEE, CHANG, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
CAI/CMV, FIN |
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SB2732
Counties; Delinquent Motor Vehicle Taxes and Penalties; Three-Year Limit; Vintage Vehicles; Registration; Renewal; Ownership Transfer
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Limits the payment of any delinquent tax and penalty required by the Director of Finance of a county as a condition precedent to the registration, renewal, or transfer of ownership of a vehicle more than 25 years old to the aggregate amount of delinquent taxes and penalties accumulated over the preceding three-year period. Requires the respective counties to amend any applicable ordinances. |
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1/26/2024- Re-Referred to TCA/GVO, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
TCA/GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2733
Counties; Motor Vehicles; Mopeds; Trailers; Transfer of Ownership
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Requires transferors and transferees of used motor vehicles, mopeds, and trailers, including motor vehicles whose owners do not intend to drive the vehicle on public highways, to appear together before the county director of finance with government issued identification to finalize a transfer of ownership. Directs police officers to remove from public streets any motor vehicle, moped, or trailer not properly transferred. Requires transferees to present a valid certificate of ownership in order to claim a vehicle removed from a public street. |
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1/26/2024- Re-Referred to TCA/GVO, JDC/WAM. |
LEE |
TCA/GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2734
Vehicle Registration; Title of Vehicle Transfer
RELATING TO REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES.
Amends the procedure of transferring the title or ownership interest in a vehicle. Requires the person whose title or interest is to be transferred, or their representative with the appropriate documentation, and the transferee to appear in person before the clerk of the respective county department of motor vehicles to execute the transfer of title. Exempts licensed dealers from appearing in person with the transferee to execute the transfer. |
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1/29/2024- Re-Referred to TCA/GVO, CPN. |
LEE |
TCA/GVO, CPN |
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SB2735 SD1 HD2
Driver's License; License Examination; Excessive Speeding; DUI; Penalties
RELATING TO DRIVER LICENSING.
Requires the driver's license examination to test the applicant's knowledge of the dangers that larger motor vehicles present to pedestrians and bicyclists. Requires persons who commit the offense of excessively speeding or habitually driving while intoxicated to retake and pass the driver's license examination for each offense. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/25/2024- Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 814). |
LEE, San Buenaventura |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2736
Motor Vehicles; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Driver's Licenses; Revocation; Reactivation; Reexamination
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Clarifying that persons whose driver's licenses have been revoked for certain alcohol-related offenses are required to undergo reexamination before the examiner of drivers may relicense the person. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
LEE |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2737
Drivers; Pedestrian Duties; Public Property
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN DUTIES.
Prohibits any person from engaging in any activity that has the intent and effect of distracting drivers along streets, roadways, or other public property within 100 feet of an intersection. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
LEE |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2738 SD1
DOT; Traffic Control; Intersections; Pilot Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a three-year pilot program within the Department of Transportation, in collaboration with the counties, to examine signalized intersections. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
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SB2739
Electric Rickshaw; Motorcycle; Transportation; Registration; Operation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes registration and driver's licensing requirements for the operation of electric rickshaws. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
LEE, MORIWAKI |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2740
Mopeds; Electric Mopeds; Rentals; Rental Vehicles
RELATING TO MOPEDS.
Beginning 1/1/26, requires that every moped rented in the State be an electric moped. |
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2/13/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
LEE, CHANG |
TCA, CPN |
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SB2741
Combustion Engine-powered Mopeds; Sale; Prohibition; Penalty
RELATING TO NOISE POLLUTION.
Prohibits retailers from selling or offering for sale certain combustion engine-powered mopeds beginning 1/1/2026. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, CPN. |
LEE |
TCA, CPN |
HB1890 |
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SB2742 SD1
Department of Transportation; Greener Highway Corridors; Interstate Freeways; Pilot Project; Report
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes three greener highway corridors pilot projects to improve the Interstate H-1, H-2, and H-201 freeway corridors with greenery. Establishes a working group. Requires reports. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
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SB2743 SD1
County Surcharge on State Tax; Fuel Tax; Counties; Repair and Maintenance; Private Roadways
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Authorizes certain counties to use county surcharge on state tax revenues and fuel tax revenues for the repair and maintenance of private roadways that are open to and used by the public. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2744
Motor Vehicles; Parking; Parking Stalls; Crosswalks; Prohibition
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Prohibits any person from parking a vehicle or constructing or installing any parking stall abutting the curb or edge of vehicle travel way near a marked crosswalk on a public right of way along a road or highway. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
LEE |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2745
DLNR; DOBOR; Vehicular Parking; Citation; Towing
RELATING TO TOWING.
Provides that the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation shall not tow vehicles operated by persons found to have committed certain traffic infractions unless a citation was issued no less than 24 hours before the towing. Provides that a vehicle parked without authorization on land owned or operated by the State shall not be towed without first being issued a citation no less than 3 hours before the towing. Provides that the citation shall not be more than $100. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Re-Referred to WTL, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
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SB2746 SD2 HD1
DOT; Harbor Safety; Mooring; Commercial Docks; Labor; Collective Bargaining
RELATING TO HARBOR SAFETY.
Requires the Department of Transportation to require that the securing of mooring lines from vessels to commercial docks, wharves, piers, quays, and landings be performed by labor subject to collective bargaining. Sunsets 7/1/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Kapela, Perruso, Poepoe voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
LEE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
TRN, CPC |
HB1936 |
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SB2747 SD2 HD2
Department of Transportation; Tour Aircraft Operations; Aircraft Liability Insurance; Rules
RELATING TO AIRCRAFT.
Requires the Director of Transportation to adopt rules that require tour aircraft operators to have aircraft liability insurance coverage no less than $20,000,000 per person per incident. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 722). |
LEE, KEOHOKALOLE |
TRN, CPC |
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SB2748
HI-EMA; Emergency Management; Hazard Tracking System; Report
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to develop and implement a statewide internet and mobile phone-based hazard tracking system that includes notifications, warnings, maps, weather, and related resources about various hazards in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
RHOADS, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2749
Emergency Scheduling; Xylazine; Controlled Substance; Schedule III; Test Strip
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Excludes xylazine testing strips from the definition of "drug paraphernalia". Requires the administrator of the narcotics enforcement administration to make an emergency scheduling by placing xylazine into schedule III on an emergency basis. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/HHS, JDC. |
RHOADS |
PSM/HHS, JDC |
HB2086 |
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SB2750
Deaf and Blind Task Force; DOE; Braille Literacy Instruction; Braille Literacy Materials; Braille Literacy Resource Center; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BRAILLE LITERACY.
Establishes state policy to promote braille literacy for blind students. Requires the individualized education programs of blind students to include the instruction of Braille and provision of Braille instructional materials under certain circumstances. Requires the Department of Education to establish a Braille Literacy Resource Center. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/EDU, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KANUHA, RHOADS |
HHS/EDU, WAM |
HB1977 |
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SB2751
Deaf and Blind Task Force; Sunshine Law; Disability and Communication Access Board; Office of Information Practices; Disability Access to Public Information and Media Presentations; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SUNSHINE LAW.
Establishes accessibility standards for the distribution of public documents and media presentations by boards as defined in section 92-2, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KANUHA, RHOADS |
GVO/HHS, WAM |
HB1975 |
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SB2752
Deaf and Blind Task Force; Office of Elections; Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee; Voter Education; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS.
Appropriates funds to the Office of Elections Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee to provide voter education and outreach services for individuals with accessibility needs. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KANUHA, RHOADS |
JDC/HHS, WAM |
HB1976 |
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SB2753 HD2 CD1
State Building Codes; County Building Codes; Refrigerants; Safe Alternatives
RELATING TO BUILDING CODES.
Clarifies that no state or county building code shall prohibit the use of a substitute refrigerant allowed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency if the applicable equipment is listed and installed in compliance with the latest safety standards. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
INOUYE |
WAL/EEP, CPC |
HB2654 |
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SB2754
University of Hawaii; Space Sciences Workforce Development Program; Maunakea Scholars Program; Akamai Internship Program; Equipment and Supplies; Positions; Fringe Benefits; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds for salaries and fringe benefits of positions for the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy's Space Sciences Workforce Development Program, Maunakea Scholars Program, and Akamai Internship Program. Appropriates funds for office equipment and supplies for the Maunakea Scholars Program and Akamai Internship Program. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM. |
INOUYE |
HRE, WAM |
HB1931 |
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SB2755
DLNR; Special Land and Development Fund; Authorized Uses; Invasive Species; Safety Improvements; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SPECIAL LAND AND DEVELOPMENT FUND.
Authorizes the use of special land and development fund moneys to eradicate or mitigate invasive species and install and maintain safety improvements on improved lands that provide lease revenue to the Department of Land and Natural Resources and that have significant cultural or historic value. Appropriates moneys out of the special land and development fund. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WTL, WAM |
HB1955 |
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SB2756
Overnight Camps; Agricultural Districts
RELATING TO CAMPS.
Repeals the prohibition on overnight camps in agricultural districts. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The recommendation was not adopted. |
INOUYE |
WTL, JDC |
HB1923 |
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SB2757 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Penal Code; Sex Trafficking; Commercial Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
RELATING TO SEX TRAFFICKING.
Aligns state sex trafficking laws with federal law by making the commercial sexual exploitation of a minor a form of sex trafficking. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/18/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 759). |
SHIMABUKURO |
JHA |
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SB2758 SD1 HD1
Prostitution; Sexual Exploitation; Sex Trafficking; Civil Claims
RELATING TO SEX TRAFFICKING.
Authorizes civil claims to be made against a business, owner of a business, or operator of a business that profits from sexual exploitation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/18/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 759). |
SHIMABUKURO |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2759 SD1
Office of the Governor; Board of Land and Natural Resources; Impact Aid; Public Lands; Leases
RELATING TO LAND LEASES.
Prohibits the State from leasing any public lands, or extending the lease of any public lands, to any individual, corporation, or federal agency that is in arrears in the payment of certain moneys to the State, noncompliant with a consent decree or memoranda of agreement with the State that requires environmental maintenance or remediation with regard to the subject public lands, or convicted of a crime. Requires certification by the Office of the Governor before the issuance or extension of any federal lease that the individual, corporation, or federal agency is in good standing with the State. Provides that, if any existing lessee of public lands is found not to be in good standing with the State as of the effective date of this Act, the lessee shall have three years, or until the end of the lease term, whichever is sooner, to correct the violation or the lease shall be terminated. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2024- The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SHIMABUKURO |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2760
Legislative Staff; Public Employees; Collective Bargaining; Repeal
RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE EMPLOYEES.
Specifies that the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall each have one vote if they have employees in a particular bargaining unit for the purposes of negotiating a collective bargaining agreement. Repeals staff of the legislative branch of the State from the list of individuals not included in any appropriate bargaining unit. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Ihara |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB2632 |
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SB2761
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; Governance; Sunshine Law; Sovereign Immunity
RELATING TO THE MAUNA KEA STEWARDSHIP AND OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY.
Authorizes 2 or more members of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to meet during the transition period described in section 195H-6, HRS, regarding any matter relating to the Authority's business; provided that no commitment to vote is made or sought and no decision-making action is taken. Clarifies that the Authority is subject to state sovereign immunity. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
KIM, Hashimoto, Kidani |
WTL, JDC |
HB2692 |
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SB2762 SD2
Rental Units; Dwelling Units; Rent Control; Rental Rates; County Resolution
RELATING TO RENT CONTROL.
Prohibits a landlord from renting or leasing, or offering to rent or lease, a dwelling unit in a rent-controlled county at a rate that exceeds the rate established by resolution adopted by the appropriate county council, subject to certain exceptions. Applies to any county having a population greater than 120,000 but less than 180,000. Repeals 7/1/2029. Takes effect 7/1/2030. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2763
Tourism; Tourism Liaison Officer; Office of the Governor; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Establishes the position of the Tourism Liaison Officer within the Office of the Governor. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI |
EET, WAM |
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SB2764 SD1
SFCA; DBEDT; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts Commission; King Kamehameha Celebration Commission; Transfer
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Transfers the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Governor to select the Executive Director of the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, with the advice and consent of the Senate. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to CAI, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
WAKAI, KIDANI, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
CAI, JHA, FIN |
HB2565 |
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SB2765
DAGS; HTA; DBEDT; State Convention Center; Transfer of Oversight; Special Fund
RELATING TO THE STATE CONVENTION CENTER.
Transfers oversight of the Hawaii Convention Center and the Hawaii Convention Center Enterprise Special Fund from the Hawaii Tourism Authority to the Department of Accounting and General Services. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on EET deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, KIDANI |
EET/GVO, WAM |
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SB2766
Panaewa Community Development District; Hawaii Community Development Authority; Establishment
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Establishes the Panaewa community development district to allow for planning, development, and maintenance of public lands in Panaewa, Hawaii. Amends membership of the Hawaii community development authority to include representatives of the Panaewa community development district. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
WTL, WAM |
HB1781 |
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SB2767 SD1
Aquaculture; Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority
RELATING TO THE NATURAL ENERGY LABORATORY OF HAWAII AUTHORITY.
Clarifies that the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority's duties include supporting aquaculture. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
EET/AEN, WAM |
HB2000 |
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SB2768 SD1 HD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Clean Fuel Standard; Greenhouse Gases; Alternative Fuels; Rules
RELATING TO GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS.
Requires the state energy office to adopt rules governing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
WAKAI, KANUHA, KIDANI, LEE, SHIMABUKURO |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2297 |
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SB2769 SD1
Climate Change; Mass Transit; Counties; Zero Emissions
RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.
Requires the state and counties to upgrade to zero emission buses by 2045. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, MORIWAKI, Elefante |
TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM |
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SB2770 HD1
Renewable Energy Projects; Real Property Taxes; Payment In Lieu; County Ordinance
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Allows the counties to establish, by ordinance, an opt-in program that allows an annual payment in lieu of real property taxes on the land or improvements thereon that are actively used to produce or store renewable energy that is sold to an electric utility. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, McKelvey |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2517 |
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SB2771
HiEMA; Fires; Distinct Sounds; Report to Legislature
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with the county emergency management agencies, to conduct a study researching the effectiveness of using distinct sounds or tones emitted by outdoor warning sirens to warn the public of different types of emergencies and indicate whether evacuation is necessary. Requires a report to the Legislature before the 2025 Regular Session. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2772 SD1
Department of Accounting and General Services; Counties; Uniform Building Permit Working Group; Building Permits; Feasibility Study; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BUILDING PERMITS.
Establishes a Uniform Building Permit Working Group to study the feasibility of creating a single statewide building permit application package and uniform review and approval process for building permits that can be used by all counties. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. Takes Effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2773
Environmental Protection; Seabed Mining; Permits; Prohibition
RELATING TO SEABED MINING.
Prohibits the mining, extraction, and removal of minerals from the seabed in all state marine waters. Prohibits the issuance of any permit for or in connection with the development or operation of any facility or infrastructure associated with the mining, extraction, or removal of minerals from the seabed within state marine waters. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL, JDC. |
DECOITE, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
AEN/WTL, JDC |
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SB2774
DOH; Cesspools; Mandatory Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection; Cesspool Conversion Financial Assistance Pilot Program; Maui County; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CESSPOOL CONVERSION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes within the Department of Health, a three-year Cesspool Conversion Financial Assistance Pilot Program to provide financial assistance to owners of cesspools located in the county of Maui to upgrade or convert their cesspools to a wastewater system approved by the Director of Health or connect them to a sewerage system. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules and submit a report to the Legislature. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2775
DOH; Rural Health; Task Force; Registered Nurses; Nurse Retention; Recruitment
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Establishes the Rural Health Task Force within the Department of Health to make recommendations on registered nurse recruitment and retention in rural areas of east Maui, Molokai, and Lanai. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2776
Department of Defense; State Activation; Active Duty Military Pay; Basic Allowance for Housing
RELATING TO ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY ENTITLEMENTS.
Requires the State to pay, without delay, military personnel called to active duty at the same rate as their active duty counterparts and provide basic housing allowance. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2777 SD1
DOT; Highways Clean Energy Technology Pilot Program; Molokai; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HIGHWAYS.
Establishes the Highways Clean Energy Technology Pilot Program within the Department of Transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
TCA/EET, WAM |
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SB2778
BOA; Members; Molokai; Lanai
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE.
Amends the composition of the Board of Agriculture by providing representation from the islands of Molokai and Lanai. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2779 SD1
DHHL; Homestead Lease Waitlist
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to consider all avenues and models that may satisfy the housing needs of native Hawaiian beneficiaries and facilitate the reduction of the waitlist, including compliance with the plan implemented in Act 279, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
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SB2780 SD1
Native Hawaiian Caucus; DHHL; Office of Enterprise Technology Services; Beneficiary List; Database; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NATIVE HAWAIIAN BENEFICIARIES.
Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to complete an interactive digitized beneficiary assessment and report on the feasibility of creating an interactive digital database software program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
HWN, WAM |
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SB2781 SD1
Filipino Caucus; Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Limited English Language Access Coordinator; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO DISASTER SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to establish the position of a Limited English Proficiency Language Access Coordinator within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
HB2107 |
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SB2782 SD2 HD2 CD1
Filipino Caucus; Office of Enterprise Technology Services; English Interpretations; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO ELECTRONIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Requires the Office of Enterprise Technology Services to develop multilingual accessibility standards. Appropriates funds to establish one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position to develop multilingual accessibility standards within the Office of Enterprise Technology Services. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HET/LGO, FIN |
HB2108 |
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SB2783
DHS; Medicaid Coverage; Pregnant Persons; Children; Immigration Status; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services for Medicaid coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program for income-qualified pregnant persons and children, regardless of immigration status. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB2784
Tip Credit; Tipped Employees; Repeal
RELATING TO TIPPED EMPLOYEES.
Repeals the authority of employers to pay tipped employees less than the minimum wage. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Elefante, Inouye, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2785
DHS; Needs Allowance; Long-term Care Facilities; Report to the Legislature; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
Increases the monthly needs allowance from $50 to $75. Clarifies that the needs allowance is not intended to replace or affect funds received from the federal supplemental security income program. Requires the Department of Human Services to perform an annual review of the needs allowance. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2110 |
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SB2786
Adult Foster Homes; Department of Human Services; State Supplemental Payments
RELATED TO CARE HOMES.
Beginning on 7/1/2024, requires that the state supplemental payment for type 1 adult residential care homes, licensed developmental disabilities domiciliary homes, community care foster family homes, and certified adult foster homes not exceed $1,136. Beginning on 7/1/2024, requires that the state supplemental payment for type II adult residential care homes not exceed $1,334. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Inouye |
HHS, WAM |
HB2109, HB2017 |
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SB2787 SD2 HD1 CD1
DLIR; Office of Community Services; Immigration and Services Access Unit; Immigration; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IMMIGRATION.
Establishes within the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations' Office of Community Services the Immigration Services and Access Unit. Makes appropriations for the unit, including funding for new positions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
AQUINO, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2788
DHS; Medicaid; Long-Term Care Services; Home- and Community-Based Services; Rates; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to achieve the full funding, including estimated payment increases, of Medicaid home- and community-based services. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2111, HB2018 |
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SB2789
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Creative Industries Division; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Act; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Permits film production on lands that are zoned for agricultural use. Establishes the Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee to monitor and enforce compliance with regulations on film permit activities on agricultural zoned lands. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on EET deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
WTL/EET, JDC |
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SB2790
DOA; Agricultural Markets Study; Agricultural Statistics Services; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATED TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Agriculture to hire two FTE positions to collect, manipulate, and graph data and to build an agricultural data dashboard for public consumption and a one year study on agricultural markets for Hawaii farmers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2791
DOA; DOH; Hawaii Hemp Industry Task Force; Hemp Producers; Commercial Hemp Production; Rural Economic Development
RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HEMP TASK FORCE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Department of Health to jointly convene a Hawaii Hemp Task Force to inform public policy and identify methods and actions to best support agriculture and build a hemp industry to support rural economic development in the State. Repeals 7/1/2025. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HHS/EET, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
AEN/HHS/EET, WAM |
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SB2792
UH; Meat Processing; Educational Pathway; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO MEAT PROCESSING.
Establishes a working group to develop a plan that creates an educational pathway in the University of Hawaii community college system that equips interested students with the necessary entry level knowledge, skill set, expertise, and advancement potential in the field of meat processing. Requires a report to the Legislature twenty days before the Regular Sessions of 2025 and 2026. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/HRE, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
AEN/HRE, WAM |
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SB2793
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; State Fire Marshal; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.
Establishes the position and duties of the State Fire Marshal. Declares that the appropriation will cause the general fund expenditure ceiling to be exceeded. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
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SB2794 SD1
DOA; Meat Inspection; Meat Processing; Inspectors; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for a meat inspection program and for costs for meat inspection services, including one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) inspector program supervisor position and three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) inspectors. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO |
AEN, WAM |
HB2142 |
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SB2795
Meat Processing Capacity; Expansion; Food Distribution Services; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO MEAT PROCESSING.
Requires the Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with other state agencies, to develop and implement a plan to expand the meat processing capacity in the State to allow for meat from axis deer and other wild game to be processed for distribution by non-profit food distribution services by 7/1/2025. Appropriates funds. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2127 |
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SB2796
DOH; Cesspools; Septic Systems; Clean Water State Revolving Fund; Prioritization
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Requires the Department of Health, to the extent allowable under federal law, to prioritize the use of water pollution control revolving fund moneys for projects by homeowners to upgrade cesspools to director-approved wastewater systems or connect homeowners' properties to sewerage systems, including projects for the installation of cluster systems or community package plants. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Kidani |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
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SB2797 SD1
Water Conservation; Water Catchment System; Income Tax Credit
RELATING TO WATER CATCHMENT.
Creates a refundable water catchment income tax credit for a homeowner who installs, places in service, or maintains a water catchment system meeting certain requirements on residential property in the State owned by the taxpayer. Applies to taxable years after 12/31/2024. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1613 |
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SB2798
DLNR; Hiking Trails; Search and Rescue; Hike Safe Card; Search and Rescue Special Fund; Mandatory Reimbursement; Counties; Administrative Rules; Trespassing; Misdemeanor; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Establishes the hike safe card program and search and rescue special fund to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Requires government entities to seek reimbursement for all or a portion of search or rescue expenses when the person or entity knowingly enters state, county, or private property, knowingly enters a hiking trail that is closed to the public, or violates applicable laws, provided that the closure is posted by sign, barricade, or other device that gives reasonable notice of the closure. Exempts persons who possess a hike safe card from search and rescue cost reimbursement, under certain conditions. Requires counties and the State Fire Council to adopt ordinances or rules as necessary to pursue reimbursements. Raises the penalty for criminal trespass from a petty misdemeanor to a misdemeanor. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, WAKAI, Shimabukuro |
WTL/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB2799
DOA; Transportation Costs; Reimbursements; Incentives; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Local Agriculture Transportation Cost Reimbursement Incentive Program to be administered by the Department of Agriculture to reimburse eligible producers for a portion of the producer's costs to transport agricultural commodities. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2800
DOE; Financial Literacy; Curriculum
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to require the teaching of financial literacy to be included in the existing personal transition plan requirement for each student. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2801 SD1
DBEDT; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Food; Market; Animals; Meats; Hogs; Sheep; Goats; Economy; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FOOD SUPPLY.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to identify sites throughout the State that are suitable for the development of slaughterhouses. Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to plan, design, construct, and operate certain animal slaughterhouses throughout the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2802
DOA; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Hawaii Healthy Food Incentive Program; DA BUX Double Up Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HEALTHY FOOD INCENTIVE PROGRAM.
Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Agriculture to increase the benefits of the Hawaii healthy food incentive program to a wider portion of the State's population and the provision of matching federal funds to the Hawaii Healthy Food Incentive Program. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2803 SD1
DOA; Kohala Ditch System; Feasibility Study; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE KOHALA DITCH.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a feasibility study on the Kohala Ditch System. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2804
LUC; Agricultural District; Land Reclassification; Senior Housing; Elderly Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes large land owners to petition the Land Use Commission to allow the development of elderly housing on portions of agricultural lands. |
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2/8/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
WTL/HOU, WAM |
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SB2805 SD1
Agribusiness Development Corporation; Agriculture; Succession Planning; Education Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to develop a program to educate and assist farmers and ranchers in the process of transitioning agricultural businesses to new owners. Requires the program to connect individuals interested in entering farming or ranching, or existing farmers or ranchers interested in expanding their business, with farmers and ranchers who have not yet identified a successor owner. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, SHIMABUKURO, Kim |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2806 SD1
All-Terrain Vehicles; Highways; Drivers; Equipment
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Allows all-terrain vehicle to drive on streets with posted speed limits of not more than 45 miles per hour. Allows all-terrain vehicles to drive in the evening and night if they are equipped with headlights and tail lights. Allows drivers of all-terrain vehicles to wear a safety helmet with a securely fastened chin strap. Includes in the definition of "utility-terrain vehicle" a motor vehicle that accommodates one driver and one passenger sitting side-by-side, and up to 6 people in seat belts. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2807
Taxation; Physicians Shortage; Rural Areas; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an annual tax credit for qualified physicians who actively practice medicine in rural areas of the state. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2808 SD1
Statewide Firefighting Helicopter Program; Fire Marshal; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATEWIDE FIRE HELICOPTERS.
Establishes a Statewide Firefighting Helicopter Program, to be administered by the State Fire Marshal. Appropriates funds to obtain helicopters, facilities equipment, and supplies; hire and train staff; and do other things necessary to ensure that the Program is ready to begin providing aerial firefighting services on 7/1/2025. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, WAM |
HB1564 |
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SB2809
State Fire Council; State Fire Marshal; Appointment; Qualifications
RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE COUNCIL.
Requires the State Fire Council to appoint the State Fire Marshal. Establishes that this measure only takes effect if another bill is passed that establishes a State Fire Marshal position. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Fukunaga, Wakai |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
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SB2810 SD1
Pololu Valley; DLNR; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE POLOLU VALLEY MANAGEMENT EFFORTS ON HAWAII ISLAND.
Appropriates funds for Pololu Valley management, including for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop the trailhead; develop the infrastructure necessary to accommodate parking; install appropriate informational, historical, and educational signage; design and construct restroom facilities; and positions to manage the trailhead and site. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2811
Agricultural Tourism; Land Use Commission; Uniform Statewide Standards
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL TOURISM.
Makes state agricultural tourism requirements applicable to all counties, instead of only counties that have adopted an agricultural tourism ordinance. Requires Land Use Commission to adopt rules that establish requirements applicable to all farms implementing agricultural tourism. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on EET deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WTL/EET, WAM |
HB2146 |
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SB2812
Sustainable Food Systems Working Group; HDOA; Plan; State Farm Bill; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the sustainable food systems working group within the Department of Agriculture. Requires the working group to develop an interagency food systems plan and a state farm bill. Appropriates funds for the working group and for an unspecified number of sustainability specialist positions to be employed by the Department of Agriculture. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024 2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2813 SD1
DOA; Meat Processing Industry Standards; Slaughterhouse Operation Survey; Meat Processing Tax Credit; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEAT PROCESSING.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish industry standards for processing meat and conduct a survey on slaughterhouse operations. Establishes a tax credit for processing meat. Declares that the general expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kim, Moriwaki |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2814 SD1 HD1
HDOA; ADC; Counties; Agricultural Water Infrastructure; Study; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO WATER INFRASTRUCTURE.
Directs the Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Agribusiness Development Corporation and the counties, to conduct an agricultural water infrastructure study for the State of Hawaii. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Ward excused (3). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2815 SD1
Working Group; DOT; Harbors Division; HDOA; Study; Harbors; Report; Ports; Piers; Infrastructure; Agriculture; Transportation; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes a working group within the Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive study to assess the State's port and harbor system and the potential viability of each location in that system to support current and future agricultural product transportation methods and needs. Requires a report. Declares general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
TCA/AEN, WAM |
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SB2816 SD1
Office of the Lieutenant Governor; Apostilles; Certifications; Fees; Special Fund; Administrative Rules; Public Information; Electronic Notice; Accessibility; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR.
Part I: Requires the Office of the Lieutenant Governor to set a fee for the issuance of an apostille or a non-apostille certification by administrative rule. Establishes the Apostilles and Certifications Special Fund. Appropriates funds into and out of the Apostilles and Certifications Special Fund. Authorizes the Office of the Lieutenant Governor to adopt rules for the administration of apostilles and non-apostilles certifications. Part II: Requires all state agencies to: (1) before adopting, amending, or repealing an administrative rule, provide electronic notice of the proposed rulemaking to certain persons; (2) when adopting, amending, or repealing an administrative rule, display changes to the rules in Ramseyer format; and (3) make the full text of their rules available on the Office of the Lieutenant Governor's internet website in a digitally accessible and searchable format. Establishes positions. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
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SB2817 SD2 HD1
UH; CTAHR; Positions; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES.
Makes an appropriation to the University of Hawaii to establish five full-time equivalent (5.0 FTE) faculty positions at the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kim, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HET, FIN |
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SB2818 SD1
DBEDT; Minimum Wage; Small Businesses; Study; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE MINIMUM WAGE.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study on the effect on businesses of increasing the minimum wage. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
EET, WAM |
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SB2819 SD1 HD2 CD1
Two-Lane Highways; Traffic Safety; Slow-Moving Vehicles
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Requires vehicles traveling ten miles per hour or more below the posted speed limit on a two-lane highway, behind which five vehicles are formed in a line, to pull over where possible to let the trailing vehicles pass or overtake. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, Elefante, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2820
Department of Accounting and General Services; Civil Service; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Permits DAGS to employ persons exempt from civil service and collective bargaining. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB2069 |
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SB2821
DAGS; Employment; Civil Service
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Authorizes the Department of Accounting and General Services to directly hire persons exempt from civil service and collective bargaining requirements. Exempts DAGS employees from civil service. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Inouye, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB2319 |
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SB2822
PUC; DAGS; Wheeling; Clean Energy
RELATING TO ENERGY.
By 8/1/24, requires the Public Utilities Commission to open a docket and set a procedural schedule to determine whether and by which rules the Department of Accounting and General Services may engage in wheeling of electricity that is produced by renewable energy sources from their own facilities over existing transmission lines, subject to certain restrictions. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN/WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Wakai |
EET/GVO, CPN/WAM |
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SB2823 SD1
Blue Ribbon Committee; HAR; AG; Government Efficiency; Report
RELATING TO THE HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES.
Establishes a blue ribbon committee within the Department of the Attorney General to analyze the Hawaii Administrative Rules and identify any rules that are not supported by statutory authority. Requires each state agency to cooperate with the blue ribbon committee. Requires the blue ribbon committee to submit a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Keohokalole, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2824 SD1
ADC; DLNR; County of Maui; CIP; R-1 Water Delivery System; Water Reservoirs; West Maui; South Maui; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE COUNTY OF MAUI.
Authorizes the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for the upgrade of South and West Maui's R-1 water delivery systems, and the upgrade of certain water reservoirs located in the forest watershed areas of South and West Maui. Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to collaborate with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, County of Maui, and private land owners, as necessary. Appropriates moneys. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, Kidani, Wakai |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2825
DAGS; Study; Energy Efficiency; State Facilities; Report
RELATING TO ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to conduct a study on the overall energy consumption by department facilities and associated fiscal costs to make the facilities more energy efficient. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to GVO/EET, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Kidani, Wakai |
GVO/EET, WAM |
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SB2826
State Buildings; Hawaii State Energy Office; ENERGY STAR; Building Benchmarking Program; Benchmarking Data; Reporting; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BUILDINGS.
Requires state agencies to process the aggregated energy and water data of certain properties through the federal ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and submit the benchmarking data to the Hawaii State Energy Office. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to GVO/EET, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
GVO/EET, WAM |
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SB2827
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Administrative Proceedings for Review; Cash or Protest Bond; Return to Party; Forfeiture
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires cash or protest bonds to be returned to the initiating parties, minus administrative costs as determined by the Office of Administrative Hearings of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, except in cases where the appeal was frivolous or made in bad faith. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN. |
MCKELVEY |
GVO, CPN |
HB2070 |
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SB2828
DAGS; Position Conversion
RELATING TO THE CONVERSION OF POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to convert vacant Engineer (Buildings) V positions to Project Manager II positions and requires that the salaries of the converted positions be comparable to Project Manager II class, SR-26. |
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3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MCKELVEY |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2829 SD1
DAGS; Public Employment; Civil Service; Exempt Positions
RELATING TO EXEMPT POSITIONS.
Allows the Department of Accounting and General Services to employ persons exempt from chapters 76 and 89, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as part of the State's information technology modernization efforts. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
GVO/LBT, WAM |
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SB2830 SD1
Sunshine Law; Open Meetings; Policymaking Groups; Definitions
RELATING TO MEETINGS.
Amends the definitions of "board", "board business", and "meeting" within state open meetings law to expand the scope of the law to include state and county policymaking groups, including groups created by emergency proclamations. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
GVO, JDC |
HB2168 |
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SB2831 SD1 HD1
DOTAX; Counties; County Transient Accommodations Tax; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE COUNTY TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS TAX.
Authorizes the Department of Taxation, under certain circumstances, to assist a county in levying, assessing, collecting, and otherwise administering the county transient accommodations tax, including delinquencies and penalties, for a 6-year period beginning 1/1/2025. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/19/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 704). |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY |
FIN |
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SB2832 SD1 HD1
DOT; Counties; Traffic Code; Rules of the Road; Stopping, Standing, and Parking; Traffic Infractions
RELATING TO THE TRAFFIC CODE.
Specifies that the counties may issue traffic infractions for violations of any law prohibiting or restricting the stopping, standing, or parking of vehicles on highways. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
HASHIMOTO |
JHA, FIN |
HB2295 |
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SB2833 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Housing; Project Manager; Position; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT.
Makes an appropriation to the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation for the establishment and hiring of one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) project manager III position to aid in the development of affordable housing options in the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, Kidani, Wakai |
HOU, WAM |
HB2292 |
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SB2834 SD1 HD2 CD1
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Death of Tenant; Disposal of Personal Property
RELATING TO THE LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Amends the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code to provide for a process to dispose of the tenant's personal property and surrender the dwelling unit to a landlord when there is a death of a tenant. Takes effect 11/1/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
CPC, JHA |
HB1983 |
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SB2835 SD1
Historic Property; Historic Preservation; Statehood Day; Register of Historic Places
RELATING TO HISTORIC PROPERTY.
Amends the definition of "historic property" to include buildings and structures that are registered on the Hawaii Register of Historic places or object, district, area, or site that predate 8/21/1959. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
WTL, JDC |
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SB2836 SD2 HD2
DBEDT; HHFDC; Disaster Recovery; Maui Wildfires; Permanent Housing; Interagency Council for Maui Housing Recovery; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling; ($)
RELATING TO MAUI'S PERMANENT HOUSING RECOVERY.
Establishes within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism the Interagency Council for Maui Housing Recovery to coordinate and facilitate Maui's permanent housing recovery and facilitate consultation and collaboration between state and county agencies on housing recovery initiatives for the island of Maui. Designates the executive director of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to serve as chair of the council. Makes an appropriation. Sunsets 6/30/2034. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/15/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 678). |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
WAL/HSG, JHA, FIN |
HB2549 |
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SB2837 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOD; Oahu Regional Health Care System; Maui State Veterans Home; Transition; Hawaii Health Systems Corporation; Maui-Affiliated State Agency
RELATING TO THE OAHU REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM, HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
Requires the transfer of the Maui State Veterans Home to a state agency having a Maui affiliation, in a manner and to an extent that may be negotiated between the Oahu Regional Health Care System or state agency having a Maui affiliation and the Department of Defense. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2294 |
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SB2838
Land Use Commission; County Planning Commissions; Petition; Land Redistricting; Agricultural District; Rural District
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Between 7/1/2024 and 12/31/2026, authorizes each county planning commission to petition for the redistricting of land from the agricultural to the rural district through the land use commission's declaratory ruling process. Sunsets 12/31/2026. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Re-Referred to WTL/GVO, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG |
WTL/GVO, WAM |
HB1542 |
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SB2839
Department of Education; Holocaust; Genocide; Curricula; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the department of education to develop and implement a Holocaust and genocide curricula. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB2092 |
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SB2840
HHFDC; Affordable Housing; Counties; Development
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Provides a new source of interim financing for affordable housing projects using housing programs under chapter 201H, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Sunsets 7/1/2029. Effective 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU/PSM, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
HOU/PSM, WAM |
HB2214 |
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SB2841 HD1 CD1
Water Safety Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO WATER SAFETY DAY.
Designates May 15 of each year as Water Safety Day. (CD1) |
(S)
5/15/2024- Act 024, 05/15/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1124). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
CAI, JHA, FIN |
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SB2842 SD2 HD1
Wildfire Mitigation Working Group; DLNR; Wildfire Safety and Prevention; Report; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION.
Establishes the Wildfire Mitigation Working Group to develop a state wildfire mitigation plan and advise and make recommendations to state agencies concerning the State's wildfire safety and prevention efforts. Requires report to Legislature. Makes an appropriation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
WAKAI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO |
WAL, FIN |
HB1926 |
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SB2843 SD1
Emergency Management Powers; State of Emergency; Price Control
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies that the Governor's and mayors' emergency management powers shall be consistent with the Hawaii State Constitution. Clarifies the scope of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Clarifies the powers of the Governor and mayors to extend or terminate a state of emergency. Shortens the duration of price control periods from ninety-six hours to seventy-two hours. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, KIDANI |
PSM/CPN, JDC |
HB1902 |
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SB2844
Uniform Information Practices Act; Critical Infrastructure Information
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM INFORMATION PRACTICES ACT.
Excludes critical infrastructure information from disclosure requirements under the Uniform Information Practices Act. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
PSM, JDC |
HB1543 |
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SB2845 SD2 HD1 CD1
Firearms; Ammunition; Sale; Ownership; Possession; Control; Persons Under Twenty-One; Prohibition; Penalty
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Prohibits a person from selling ammunition to a person under the age of twenty-one. Prohibits a person under the age of twenty-one from owning, possessing, or controlling ammunition, with exceptions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
JHA |
HB1810 |
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SB2846
Retirement for Public Officers and Employees; Allowances; Pension and Retirement Systems; Law Enforcement Employees
RELATING TO ALLOWANCE ON SERVICE RETIREMENTS.
Amends chapter 88, HRS, to include new definitions for certain law enforcement administrators and employees established in Act 278, SLH 2022, as class A members of the pension and retirement systems and provides guidance for the computation of retirement benefits similar to police officers. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
HB2595 |
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SB2847
Department of Law Enforcement Collective Bargaining; Investigators; Bargaining Unit (13); Bargaining Unit (14)
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Transfers the investigators of the Criminal Investigation Division, Narcotics Enforcement Division, Office of Homeland Security Division, Office of the Inspector General Division, and Sheriff Division of the Department of Law Enforcement who are subject to the statutory law enforcement standards for the state law enforcement officers from collective bargaining unit (13) into collective bargaining unit (14). |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
HB2597 |
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SB2848
Beer; Distilled Spirits; Direct Shipping; Manufacturers
RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR.
Allows direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by certain licensees. Requires the Liquor Commission of each county to adopt rules and regulations. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/PSM, JDC. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
CPN/PSM, JDC |
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SB2849
Tip Credit; Minimum Wage; Employment
RELATING TO THE TIP CREDIT.
Beginning January 1, 2025, increases the tip credit to be twenty per cent of the minimum wage. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
WAKAI, KIDANI |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2850 SD1
DCCA; Cemeteries; Limited Ownership; Perpetual Care; Security; Reports
RELATING TO CEMETERIES.
Authorizes the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to appoint an organization as the limited owner of a cemetery, under certain circumstances, for the purposes of filing complaints and engaging in certain security and perpetual care activities for the cemetery. Requires an appointed limited owner of a cemetery to submit annual progress reports to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
CPC, FIN |
HB2192 |
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SB2851
DHS; Death Benefits; Mortuaries; Cemeteries
RELATING TO DEATH BENEFITS.
Increases from $800 to $1,600 the amount of death benefits paid by the Department of Human Services to cover the cremation and disposition costs for a deceased person who was eligible for medical or financial assistance at the time of the person's death and whose body is unclaimed. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB1533 |
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SB2852
Executive Office on Aging; Senior Access Pilot Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING.
Establishes a two-year senior access pilot program in the Executive Office on Aging to improve access to essential services and reduce wait times for seniors seeking public services through state and county government offices. Requires the Auditor to evaluate effectiveness, impact, and feasibility of the pilot program. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB2087 |
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SB2853
DOH; Mobile Vaccination Services; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO MOBILE VACCINATIONS.
Appropriates funds to the department of health for mobile vaccination services for homebound individuals. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Moriwaki |
HHS, WAM |
HB1921 |
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SB2854 SD1
Intergovernmental Agreements on Vacated Encampments Clean Up; Task Force; Vacated Encampments; Clean Up; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes a Vacated Encampment Clean Up Task Force to identify potential entities to enter into intergovernmental agreements to coordinate the clean up of vacated encampments located on lands managed by United States Army Garrison Hawaii. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
HB2084 |
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SB2855
U-drive Motor Vehicles; Insurance
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Clarifies U-drive motor vehicle insurance policy requirements. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, San Buenaventura |
TCA, CPN |
HB1991 |
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SB2856
Rental Motor Vehicle Surcharge; State Highway Fund; Lahaina Bypass North
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Increases the Rental Motor Vehicle Surcharge from $2 to $7. Includes the operation and maintenance costs of the Lahaina Bypass North as a permissible use of the State Highway Fund. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
TCA, WAM |
HB2301 |
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SB2857 SD1
Tax Credit; Aircraft Service and Maintenance; General Excise Taxes Paid; Qualified Gross Income
RELATING TO AN AIRCRAFT SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a five-year income tax credit for general excises taxes paid on qualified aircraft service and maintenance gross income of the qualified taxpayer. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
TCA, WAM |
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SB2858
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Call Sheets; Payroll; Independent Contractors; Local Hires; Qualified Production Costs
RELATING TO MOTION PICTURE, DIGITAL MEDIA, AND FILM PRODUCTION INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Requires qualified productions claiming the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit to submit call sheets and payroll information. Specifies that individuals listed on a qualified production's call sheet who are hired or classified as independent contractors shall not be considered a local hire. Exempts from the definition of "qualified production costs" wages or salaries paid to individuals listed on a qualified production's call sheet who are paid as independent contractors. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET/LBT, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
EET/LBT, WAM |
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SB2859 SD1
Land Court; Master Certificate of Title; Common Interest Communities
RELATING TO LAND COURT.
Authorizes the use of a master certificate of title for new common interest communities to simplify and streamline the operation of the land court. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
MCKELVEY |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2860
Corrections; Safety; AI; Study; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of using artificial intelligence technology to assist the Department with improving safety at correctional institutions. Authorizes the Department to contract with consultants to conduct the study. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2861 SD1 HD1 CD1
Exclusive Listing Agreements; Residential Real Property; Prohibitions; Bureau of Conveyances; Unfair or Deceptive Practices; Remedies
RELATING TO EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENTS.
Makes certain long-term exclusive listing agreements for the sale of residential real property void and unenforceable under the state law that governs unfair and deceptive practices. Prohibits the recording or filing of exclusive listing agreements of any duration with the Bureau of Conveyances. Establishes certain remedies. Takes effect 11/1/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
MCKELVEY |
JHA/CPC, FIN |
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SB2862
Rental Units; Dwelling Units; Rental Rates; Rent Control
RELATING TO RENT CONTROL.
Prohibits a landlord from renting or leasing, or offering to rent or lease, a dwelling unit in the district described in section 4 1(2)(D), HRS, at a rate that exceeds the rate for which that dwelling unit was rented or leased or offered for rent or lease on 8/7/2023. Sunsets on 7/1/2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, Kidani |
CPN, JDC |
HB2165 |
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SB2863 SD1
State Moneys; Deposit; Financial Institutions; Chartered or Authorized
RELATING TO PUBLIC MONEYS.
Requires that a portion of state moneys be deposited in a financial institution chartered or authorized to do business in the State. Takes effect 7/1/2040; provided that a financial institution chartered or authorized to do business in the State is established. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Kidani |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2864
DHS; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Office of Wellness and Resilience; Homeless; Safe Parking Program; Report
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Department of Human Services to develop a safe parking program allowing unsheltered persons who sleep in their vehicles to park overnight on state lands. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/WTL, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
HHS/WTL, WAM |
HB2186 |
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SB2865
Laura Blears Day; Women in Surfing
RELATING TO LAURA BLEARS DAY.
Designates November 19 of each year as Laura Blears Day in Hawaii. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
TCA |
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SB2866 SD1 HD1
CIP; Online Project Management Platform
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
By July 1, 2025, requires governmental bodies of the executive branch of the State to develop an online project management platform. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
MCKELVEY |
LGO, FIN |
HB2167 |
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SB2867
DAGS; Land Transfer; West Maui
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF LAND.
Temporarily transfers certain lands in West Maui to the Department of Accounting and General Services. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
MCKELVEY |
WTL/GVO, WAM |
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SB2868
Online Fantasy Sports Contests; Gambling; Exemption; Online Fantasy Sports Contests Special Fund; Department of the Attorney General; Taxation; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ONLINE FANTASY SPORTS.
Establishes an online fantasy sports contests registration and monitoring program under the Department of the Attorney General. Imposes an online fantasy sports contests tax on the gross revenues of registrants. Establishes the Online Fantasy Sports Contests Special Fund and allocates proceeds of the fund to the Lahaina community recovery efforts. Exempts registered online fantasy sports contests from state gambling laws. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2869
Special Management Areas; Counties; Jurisdiction
RELATING TO SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREAS.
Designates each county as the special management area authority within the county's respective jurisdiction. Makes conforming amendments. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL/PSM, JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
WTL/PSM, JDC |
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SB2870
Maui County; HHFDC; Potential Acquisitions; Working Group
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Establishes a working group within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to identify existing mixed-use developments in Maui County that could be acquired by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2871
ERS; Retirement; Sheriff; Deputy Sheriff; Police Officer
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Authorizes a sheriff, deputy sheriff, or police officer to retire after twenty-five years of service and receive employment benefits through the Employees' Retirement System. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
MCKELVEY (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
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SB2872
Counties; Affordable Housing; Alternative Dwellings; Vehicles; Campers; Mobile Homes
RELATING TO COUNTIES.
Authorizes the counties to regulate by ordinance the use of vehicles, campers, and mobile homes as alternative residential dwellings. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Re-Referred to GVO/HOU, JDC. |
MCKELVEY (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO/HOU, JDC |
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SB2873 SD1
DAGS; Naming Commission; State Buildings, Parks, Facilities, Events
RELATING TO STATE NAMING COMMISSION.
Establishes an advisory commission in the Department of Accounting and General Services to propose names or a change of names for state buildings, parks, facilities, and events. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2874 SD1
Department of Taxation; Tenant Pet Income Tax Credit; Residential Landlords
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a non-refundable income tax credit for residential landlords who lease a unit to a tenant with a pet for at least six months. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
CPN, WAM |
HB2187 |
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SB2875
DBEDT; Creative Industries Division; Office of Streaming; Content Creators; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
Establishes the Office of Streaming within the Creative Industries Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to help content creators increase the scale of their respective productions. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
EET, WAM |
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SB2876
Healthcare; Health Insurance; Task Force; Reports
RELATING TO HEALTHCARE.
Establishes the Hui Hoomana task force to identify actionable priorities and financial resources to offer the State's residents universal access to affordable, high-quality healthcare and health insurance. Requires reports to the Legislature. Dissolves the task force on 7/1/2025. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, KIDANI |
HHS, CPN |
HB2728 |
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SB2877
Minimum Wage; Tip Credit
RELATING TO THE TIP CREDIT.
Abolishes the tip credit. Effective 1/1/25. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT/CPN, WAM. |
FEVELLA |
LBT/CPN, WAM |
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SB2878
CIP; 20th Senatorial District; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TWENTIETH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates moneys for capital improvement projects for the 20th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WAM. |
FEVELLA |
WAM |
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SB2879
Office of Enterprise Technology Services; Artificial Intelligence; Pilot Program; State and County Services; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Establishes and appropriates funds for an artificial intelligence government services pilot program to provide certain government services to the public through an internet portal that uses artificial intelligence technologies. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
LBT, WAM |
HB2245 |
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SB2880 SD1
Child Care; Exemption; United States Department of Defense-certified
RELATING TO CHILD CARE.
Expands the existing state exemption for United States Department of Defense-certified providers to those operating off federal property. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
HB2227 |
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SB2881
OVUII; Vehicles; Driving; Intoxication; Facilitation; Penalties
RELATING TO INTOXICATION.
Prohibits any person from intentionally encouraging or coercing any other person to consume alcohol or any other intoxicant for the purpose of enabling the other person to operate a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant. Provides that a person guilty of this offense shall be subject to the same penalties imposed on a person convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant. |
(S)
1/26/2024- The committee(s) on TCA deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 01-30-24 3:00PM; CR 224 & Videoconference. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2882
Gender-Affirming Health Care Services; Prescriptions; Protections; Child Custody
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Relaxes the requirements for prescribing certain controlled substances as part of gender-affirming health care services. Expands the protections established under Act 2, SLH 2023, to include gender-affirming health care services. Clarifies jurisdiction under the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act for cases involving children who obtain gender-affirming health care services. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2079 |
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SB2883
Education; Inclusive Curricular Materials; Public Schools; Discriminatory Practices; Complaint
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to ensure that inclusive curricula are available to all students at public schools. Makes it a discriminatory practice to refuse to approve, remove, or prohibit the use or access of inclusive or diverse materials in schools and public libraries on the basis of materials featuring or written by LGBTQ+ individuals. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB2078 |
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SB2884
Constitutional Amendment; Marriage (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 1, SECTION 23, OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION RELATING TO MARRIAGE.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to ensure that the basis to marriage shall not be denied or abridged on the basis of race or sex. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
LEE, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB2080 |
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SB2885 SD2 HD2
DHS; Statewide Office of Homelessness and Housing Solutions; Homeless Triage and Treatment Center Program; Working Group; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes a working group to develop a Homeless Triage and Treatment Center Program within the Statewide Office of Homelessness and Housing Solutions in the Department of Human Services. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 4:55 PM; CR 329. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
HUS/HLT, FIN |
HB2309 |
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SB2886
State Employees; Bachelor's Degree; Requirement; Prohibition; Exemption
RELATING TO STATE EMPLOYMENT.
Prohibits the State or any of its branches, political subdivisions, or agencies from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment. Establishes exemptions. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Inouye, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB2308 |
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SB2887
Insurance; Health Insurance; Health Care; Discrimination; Insurers; Covered Services; Health Maintenance Organizations
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Prohibits health maintenance organizations from discriminating against certain health care providers that meet the terms and conditions for participation established by the health maintenance organization. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN |
HB2303 |
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SB2888
Vehicles; Driving; Highways; Operating; Licenses; Penalties
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Increases penalties for certain offenses relating to the unauthorized driving or operation of motor vehicles. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Kidani, Wakai |
TCA, JDC |
HB2526 |
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SB2889 SD1
DOT; Noise Traffic Pilot Program; State Highway Fund ($)
RELATING TO EXCESSIVE NOISE.
Allows the Department of Transportation to establish a Noise Traffic Pilot Program. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Kidani |
TCA, WAM |
HB2065 |
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SB2890 SD1
DAGS; Capital Improvement Projects; Cloud-Based Software; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to develop or license cloud-based software for use by each state department or agency to track the status of its capital improvement projects and provide training for the software. Requires each department or agency to use the software to track the status of its capital improvement projects. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Wakai |
FIN |
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SB2891
DOT; Airports; Kapalua Airport; Helicopters
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to allow helicopter operations during daylight hours at Kapalua airport. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
HB1621 |
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SB2892
Combustion Engine-Powered Mopeds; Sale; Fee
RELATING TO MOPEDS.
Establishes a fee on the sale of new combustion engine-powered mopeds. Requires that all fees collected from the sale of combustion engine-powered mopeds be deposited into the Electric Moped Rebate Program Special Fund. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
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SB2893
Traffic Safety; Department of Transportation; Construction Projects; Exemptions; Historic Preservation; Archeological Review; Environmental Impact Statement Law
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows the Director of Transportation to exempt certain ground transportation facility projects from historic preservation review and the environmental impact statement law, subject to certain conditions. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
LEE |
WTL/TCA/GVO, WAM |
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SB2894 SD1
DHRD; State Employees; Pre-tax Transportation Benefit Pilot Program; Public Transit
RELATED TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to incorporate bikeshare and micro-mobility devices into the Pre-tax Transportation Benefit Pilot Program's commuter benefits. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
TCA/LBT, WAM |
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SB2895 SD1
Motor Carrier Vehicle; Shipping Container Chassis; Out-of-State Registration; Safety Inspection
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Permits a shipping container chassis that holds a valid out-of-state certificate of vehicle registration to obtain a certificate of safety inspection. Makes an out-of-state registration for a shipping container chassis valid in the State until its expiration in the other state or for one year after a vehicle safety inspection. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
LEE |
TCA, JDC |
HB1578 |
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SB2896 SD1
Public Parking Spaces; Parking Meters; Payment Methods; Credit Cards; Debit Cards; County Ordinances; Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC PARKING SPACES.
Effective 1/1/2026 requires each parking lot in the State having public paid parking spaces in the State to accept payment of parking fees by credit card and debit card; and each parking meter in the State that collects parking fees for any public paid parking space to be maintained in working order to accept payment by cash, credit card, and debit card. Requires each county to adopt ordinances to enforce these requirements. Requires each county and the State to submit annual reports. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
TCA/GVO, WAM |
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SB2897
Public Employment; Professional Licenses; Renewal; Fees
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL LICENSE FEE RENEWALS.
Requires each public employer to pay for the employer's employees' professional license renewal fees. |
(S)
2/15/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
LEE |
LBT/CPN, WAM |
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SB2898
Invasive Species; Pests
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Clarifies the law on the detection and management of pests and invasive species. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
LEE |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2899
Auditor; Impact Study; Insurance Coverage; Pharmacists; Reimbursement; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACISTS.
Requires the auditor to conduct an assessment on the social and financial impacts of mandating health insurance coverage for care provided by a participating registered pharmacist practicing within the scope of the pharmacist's license. Requires a report to the legislature before the 2025 regular session. Declares that the general fund expenditure is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
LEE |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB2900
Ridesharing Arrangements; State Highway Fund; Fee
RELATED TO VEHICLES.
Establishes a ridesharing fee. Deposits taxes collected into the State Highway Fund. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to TCA/CPN, WAM. |
LEE |
TCA/CPN, WAM |
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SB2901
Counties; Subdivisions; Public Access
RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Provides that where public access is required as a condition of a subdivision, the county shall either accept dedication of and maintain the access or identify an entity to own and maintain the access. Authorizes the county to require the subdivider to establish a stewardship fund for maintenance purposes. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, Kidani, Richards |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2902
DOD; HI-EMA; Fires; Fire Trucks; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIRE EMERGENCIES.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to purchase a Striker fire truck to be housed on a Department of Defense facility on Maui. Declares that the general funds expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, HASHIMOTO |
PSM, WAM |
HB2516 |
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SB2903
DOH; Wildfires; Wildfire-Affected Areas; Safe Entry
RELATING TO WILDFIRE-AFFECTED AREAS.
Prohibits public entry into wildfire-affected areas for the purpose of habitation until the Department of Health provides notice that the wildfire-affected area is safe to enter for this purpose. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Elefante, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
PSM/HHS, JDC |
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SB2904 SD2
Emergency Management; Tenants; Mortgagors; Consumers; Relief
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Amends emergency management law to protect tenants, mortgagors, consumers, and residents for certain periods of time after the issuance of a gubernatorial or mayoral emergency proclamation. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WAL, CPC, FIN |
HB2162 |
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SB2905
DOE; Fire Alarms; Installation, Repair, and Maintenance; Report; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO FIRE ALARMS.
Requires the DOE to submit an annual report to the legislature on the installation, repair, and maintenance of fire alarm systems in Hawaii's public schools. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
EDU, WAM |
HB1616 |
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SB2906
Landowner; Fee; DLNR; Special Fund; Firefighting
RELATING TO LANDOWNERS OF NUMEROUS ACRES.
Establishes an annual fee on landowners who own more than 500 acres to be collected by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Uses the revenue for firefighting and fire prevention. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2907
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Landlords; Tenants; Environmental Public Health Events; Remediation; Habitability; Retaliation
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD–TENANT CODE.
Requires a landlord to remediate a residential premises to a habitable standard in compliance with certain national standards upon receiving notice from a tenant of a condition due to an environmental public health event. Establishes conditions for a tenant to terminate their lease or agreement if a landlord fails to remediate the residential premises fit for habitability following an environmental public health event. Prohibits agreements between a landlord and tenant to perform specified repairs, maintenance tasks, and minor remodeling when the work to be performed by the tenant is necessary to cure the landlord's noncompliance with environmental public health event remediation standards. Prohibits certain retaliatory actions by a landlord when a tenant requests in good faith the remediation of the property following an environmental public health event. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2908 SD1 HD2
Disasters; Residential Rent Increases; Price Increases; Emergency Proclamations; Prohibition
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies the powers of the Governor and mayors to extend or terminate a state of emergency. Clarifies when proclamations take effect. Prohibits residential rent increases in areas subject to emergency declarations or severe weather warnings. Shortens and clarifies the duration of price control periods and the prohibition against residential-tenancy terminations. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/18/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 759). |
MCKELVEY |
WAL/CPC, JHA |
HB2188 |
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SB2909
HIEMA; Federally Declared Disaster; Emergency Management
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to lead the State's emergency management activities in a federally declared disaster. |
(S)
1/31/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
MCKELVEY |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2910 SD1
DLE; Deputy Sheriffs; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Law Enforcement for an additional fifteen full-time equivalent deputy sheriff positions for law enforcement officer activities in Lahaina and Maui. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
PSM, WAM |
HB2161 |
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SB2911
State Snails; Designation
RELATING TO STATE SNAILS.
Designates certain snail species as official state snails. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to CAI, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kidani |
CAI, JHA |
HB1899 |
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SB2912
Wildlife; DLNR; Rulemaking Authority; Flexibility; Adaptive Management
RELATING TO WILDLIFE.
Expands the department of land and natural resources' rulemaking authority to include any rule deemed necessary to protect certain wildlife. Expands the board of land and natural resources' authority to temporarily adopt, amend, or repeal certain natural resource rules by formal action at a publicly noticed meeting if the board finds that such adoption, amendment, or repeal is necessary to implement effective and adaptive management measures in response to impacted natural resources or in light of newly available technology or data. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, GABBARD, Elefante, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
WTL, JDC |
HB1922 |
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SB2913 SD1 HD2
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Regulatory Framework; Travel Insurance
RELATING TO TRAVEL INSURANCE.
Establishes a new regulatory framework for the sale of travel insurance in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 2:05PM; Conference Room 224. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
TOU, CPC, FIN |
HB1990 |
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SB2914
Commission on Water Resource Management; Hawaii Mesonet; Hydrologic Data; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HYDROLOGIC DATA COLLECTION.
Appropriates funds to improve the State's water resource management and hydrologic data collection. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Kidani |
WTL, WAM |
HB1900 |
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SB2915
Aquatic Resources; DLNR; Rulemaking Authority; Flexibility; Adaptive Management
RELATING TO AQUATIC RESOURCES.
Expands the department of land and natural resources' rulemaking authority to include any rule deemed necessary to protect certain aquatic life. Expands the board of land and natural resources' authority to temporarily adopt, amend, or repeal certain natural resource rules by formal action at a publicly noticed meeting if the board finds that such adoption, amendment, or repeal is necessary to implement effective and adaptive management measures in light of newly available technology, or in light of newly available data. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, GABBARD, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WTL, JDC |
HB1554 |
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SB2916
DHS; Medicaid; Coverage; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Applied Behavior Analysis; Hawaii Civil Rights Commission; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Human Services to amend its rules, policies, and plan amendments necessary to ensure that medically necessary services, including applied behavior analysis services, for individuals twenty-one years of age or older with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder are covered under the state's medical program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2917
Journey Worker Electric Utility Lineman; Board of Electricians and Plumbers; Licensing; Requirements
RELATING TO ELECTRIC UTILITY LINEMAN.
Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes licensing requirements, including minimum standards and qualifications, for journey worker electric utility linemen and expands the board of electricians and plumbers to include members engaged in electric utility work. Sunsets the original limited exemption from licensing requirements for qualified electricians that was originally enacted by Act 65, SLH 2013, and extended pursuant to Act 60, SLH 2018. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DELA CRUZ, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Kidani |
CPN |
HB2523 |
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SB2918
DOH; State Health Planning and Development Agency; Functions; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Appropriates the function of the State Health Planning and Developmental Agency with the Department of Health. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Establishes positions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Kidani |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2919 SD2 HD2 CD1
Short-Term Rentals; County Zoning; County Home Rule Authority; Transient Accommodations; Transient Accommodations Tax; Shelter; Vehicles
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Clarifies the counties' authority to regulate the time, place, manner, and duration in which uses of land and structures may take place. Clarifies that uses that include the provision of transient accommodations are not considered residential uses and may be phased out or amortized by the counties. Beginning 1/1/2025, expands the scope of the transient accommodations tax law to include certain shelters and vehicles with sleeping accommodations. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Act 017, 05/03/2024 (Gov. Msg. No. 1117). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, Fukunaga, Kidani |
HSG/TOU, FIN |
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SB2920
PUC; Renewable Energy; Greenhouse Gas Emissions
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Clarifies that the Public Utilities Commission shall consider the effect of the State's reliance on fossil fuels on generation-based greenhouse gas emissions and may require a greenhouse gas emissions analysis for certain energy projects. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to CPN/AEN. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN/AEN |
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SB2921
DHHL; Hawaiian Homes; Waitlist; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Amends the appropriation of Act 279, SLH 2022, to conform its lapsing provision by 1 year, to conform to constitutional limitations. Appropriates moneys to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for fiscal year 2024-2025 to give practical effect to the legislative intent behind Act 279. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling will be exceeded. |
(S)
2/5/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
HWN, WAM/JDC |
HB2076 |
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SB2922 SD2 HD3
Wildfires; Mitigation; Protection; Public Utilities Commission; Electric Utilities; Securitization; Wildfire Protection Plans; Wildfire Reporting; Public Utilities
RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Creates a process for electric utilities to develop and submit wildfire protection plans to the Public Utilities Commission for approval and allow the recovery of related costs and expenses through securitization, while avoiding a disproportionate impact on a specific ratepayer or county. Requires public utilities to report wildfires potentially caused by or occurring in connection with their operations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Received notice of change in Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 790). |
KEOHOKALOLE |
WAL/EEP, CPC/JHA, FIN |
HB2265 |
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SB2923
DOH; Water Quality; Underground Storage Tanks and Tank Systems; Confirmed Release; Environmental Restoration; Zero Jet Fuel; Rules
RELATING TO WATER QUALITY.
Clarifies the level of environmental restoration owners and operators of underground storage tanks or tank systems that had a confirmed release must satisfy by requiring the removal of all jet fuel, including fuel additives and all compounds resulting from the degradation of jet fuel or jet fuel additives or the reaction of jet fuel or jet fuel additives with water or other chemicals. Establishes a rebuttable presumption that the detection of these contaminants in the vicinity of an underground storage tank or a tank system after a confirmed release is a result of the confirmed release. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Inouye, Kidani, Wakai |
HHS/AEN, JDC |
HB2268 |
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SB2924 SD1
HI-EMA; Warehouse; Supplies and Equipment; General Obligation Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for planning, design, and construction for a warehouse to expand the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency's ability to store and deploy supplies and equipment to all counties within the State. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
PSM, WAM |
HB1930 |
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SB2925
HHFDC; DURF; Infrastructure Financing; Housing Projects; Applications; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to hold at least one application period each year to receive applications from parties interested in applying for financing of projects to develop or improve infrastructure that is or will be used solely for certain housing projects. Requires HHFDC to adopt certain administrative rules. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation into and out of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2926
RHRF; Affordable Housing; Affordable in Perpetuity
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Requires that housing projects financed by funds from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund remain affordable in perpetuity, regardless of redevelopment. Allows the RHRF to be used to finance and guarantee loans for the development of rental projects that are income blind; provided that they are made available exclusively to Hawaii residents who are renter-occupants who own no other real property. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to HOU, JDC/WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kidani, Wakai |
HOU, JDC/WAM |
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SB2927 SD1 HD1 CD1
Justices and Judges; Appointment; Confirmation; Constitutional Amendment (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VI, SECTION 3 OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION TO MAKE THE SENATE CONFIRMATION PROCESS FOR JUDICIAL APPOINTMENTS MORE UNIFORM.
Proposes amendments to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii relating to the appointment of justices and judges. Makes the appointment and senate consent procedure for district court judges the same as the appointment and senate consent procedure for supreme court justices and intermediate court of appeals and circuit court judges. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RHOADS, DECOITE, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2928
Minimum Wage Calculation; Consumer Price Index
RELATING TO MINIMUM WAGE.
Beginning September 30, 2028, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to annually calculate an adjusted minimum wage rate to within the nearest twenty-five cents using the Urban Hawaii Consumer Price index to take effect on January 1 of the following year. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, LEE, Kidani |
LBT, WAM |
HB1798 |
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SB2929
Blood Alcohol Concentration; Driving Under the Influence; Motor Vehicles; Alcohol
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol concentration threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from 0.08 to 0.05. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to JDC. |
RHOADS, AWA, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Kidani |
JDC |
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SB2930 SD1
Hawaii Civil Rights Commission; Employee Benefits; Family Leave; Childbirth; Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; Kangaroo Care
RELATING TO EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.
Extends, under certain conditions, the family leave period that employees are entitled to under state law for up to eight additional weeks for employees who are unable to perform their employment duties due to the birth of a child who is required to stay in a neonatal intensive care unit. Requires the Civil Rights Commission to amend its rules to include neonatal care as a related medical condition whenever certain phrases are used. (SD1) |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, SHIMABUKURO |
LBT/HHS, WAM |
HB2552 |
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SB2931
DLE; Sheriff Division; Judicial and Legislative Security
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the Sheriff Division within the Department of Law Enforcement. Specifies the responsibility of the Department of Law Enforcement's Sheriff Division regarding judicial and legislative security. |
(S)
1/24/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2932
Department of Agriculture; Agribusiness Development Corporation; CIP; Agricultural Infrastructure; GO Bonds; Food and Product Innovation Network; Waiahole Water System; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects per the agricultural infrastructure of the State, a food and product innovation network, and outstanding debt on the Waiahole water system. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
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SB2933
Constitutional Amendment; Green Amendment; Environmental Protection (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE I OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO RECOGNIZE AND PROTECT THE INHERENT AND INALIENABLE RIGHT OF ALL PEOPLE TO CLEAN WATER AND AIR, A HEALTHFUL ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE, HEALTHY NATIVE ECOSYSTEMS, AND BEACHES.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to ensure that the inherent and inalienable right of the people, including future generations, to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches, shall be protected and shall not be infringed. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2934
UH; CTAHR; Agricultural Technicians; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES.
Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation for the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to establish eight full-time equivalent (8.0 FTE) agricultural technician positions. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM. |
GABBARD |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2935 SD1
ADC; Composting Program; Best Practices; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMPOSTING.
Makes an appropriation to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for the creation of a composting program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
EET/AEN, WAM |
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SB2936
HDOA; Maui; Inspection; Quarantine; Incineration; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Agriculture for the planning and construction of a new inspection, quarantine, and incineration facility on the island of Maui. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/EET, WAM |
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SB2937 SD1 HD2 CD1
UH; Hilo; Hawaiian Language; Exemptions; Sunset Repeal
RELATING TO ACCESS TO LEARNING.
Repeals the sunset date for the exemption of laboratory school programs of the Hawaiian language college at the University of Hawaii at Hilo from state English-medium standards, assessments, performance ratings, staff qualifications, and staff training requirements. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
HET, JHA, FIN |
HB2683 |
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SB2938
UH; College of Hawaiian Language; Institute of Indigenous Education, Science, and Outreach
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO.
Establishes the Institute of Indigenous Education, Science, and Outreach within the University of Hawaii at Hilo. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HRE/HWN, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO |
HRE/HWN, WAM |
HB2684 |
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SB2939
University of Hawaii; Hilo; Imiloa; Revolving; Trust; Fund; Revenue; Uses; Hawaiian Language; Hawaiian Early Learning
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE COLLEGE REVOLVING FUND AND THE HAWAIIAN EARLY LEARNING TRUST FUND.
Provides that the Hawaiian language college revolving fund may include moneys from any revenue source. Provides that the fund and the Hawaiian early learning trust fund shall support the Imiloa astronomy center. Establishes a cap on individual deposits into the Hawaiian language college revolving fund and the Hawaiian early learning trust fund. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HRE/HWN, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
HRE/HWN, WAM |
HB2682 |
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SB2940
Canceled Shift; Minimum Pay; Employees; Employers
RELATING TO LABOR.
Establishes provisions for minimum pay for employees who have canceled shifts or reduced work hours at a business establishment with fifty or more employees. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, CPN. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, CPN |
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SB2941
Unemployment Benefits Rights; Hawaii Labor Relations Board; Collective Bargaining; Public Employment
RELATING TO UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS RIGHTS.
Establishes provisions for unemployment benefit rights when claimants are unemployed due to a strike or industrial controversy. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2942 SD1 HD1
Minors; Infant; Employment; Theatrical Employment; Set Teacher; Nurse
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYMENT OF A MINOR.
Allows minors under the age of sixteen to work in theatrical employment provided that the employer procures a valid certificate of employment and the minor is accompanied by a parent, guardian, or a certain responsible adult. Requires a nurse certified in basic life support to accompany, supervise, and advocate on behalf of a minor who is under the age of one. Requires a set teacher to be on set to teach a minor who has attained the age of five years and is required to but has been excused from attending school. Defines "nurse" and "set teacher". Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Wakai |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2943 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOT; Workforce Development; Commercial Drivers; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a commercial drivers workforce working group within the Department of Transportation to address the workforce shortage of commercial drivers in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Kidani, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
TRN, FIN |
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SB2944
Landlords; Tenants; Rentals; Neighbors; Harassment; Liability
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS.
Establishes a process by which a neighbor of a tenant may seek relief from the tenant's landlord for acts of harassment by the tenant. Includes an alternative process for the eviction of tenants. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
AQUINO |
CPN, JDC |
HB1515 |
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SB2945 SD2
DOT; Ignition Interlock Devices; Task Force
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a Task Force to conduct a statewide study on the accessibility of ignition interlock devices and any national best practices. (SD2) |
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3/14/2024- The committee(s) on TRN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Kidani, Wakai |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
HB2643 |
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SB2946 SD1
UH; Employees; Telework; Report
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii to submit to the Legislature annual reports of all university employees who performed work from a location outside of the State for more than sixty consecutive days during the applicable year no later than December 31 of that year. (SD1) |
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2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, AQUINO, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani |
HRE, WAM |
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SB2947
DOE; Early Learning Program Attendance; Report
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to submit annual reports to the Legislature on prior attendance at early learning programs for students entering kindergarten. Repeals standardized assessment requirements for students entering kindergarten. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KIM, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Gabbard, Kidani, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2948 SD2 HD1
Residential Uses; Areas Zoned for Commercial Use; Administrative Approval; Counties; Building Codes; Adaptive Reuse; Commercial Buildings
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Beginning 1/1/2025, permits residential uses in certain areas zoned for commercial use under certain circumstances. Requires, no later than 1/1/2026, each county to adopt or amend ordinances to allow for adaptive reuse of existing commercial buildings in the county's building codes. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/23/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 803). |
CHANG |
HSG/WAL/JHA |
HB2090 |
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SB2949
Contractors; Owner-builder Exemption; Disclaimer
RELATING TO CONTRACTORS.
Removes the leasing restriction on owner-builders who obtain an owner-builder exemption to act as their own general contractor. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to CPN. |
CHANG |
CPN |
HB1633 |
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SB2950
Historic Preservation; Historic Property; Definition; Hawaii or National Register of Historic Places; Pre-statehood Construction; Historic Review Exclusions
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Amends the definition of "historic property" used in historic preservation laws to remove the minimum age and require listing on the Hawaii or national register of historic places or built before August 21, 1959. Broadens exclusions from historic review for certain types of proposed projects on existing privately-owned single-family detached dwelling units or townhouses. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
CHANG |
WTL, JDC |
HB2261 |
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SB2951 SD1 HD1
East Kauai Irrigation System; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO THE EAST KAUAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds to the Agribusiness Development Corporation to establish positions to maintain and improve the East Kauai irrigation system and for maintenance of and improvements to the system. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/23/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday 04-24-24 10:50AM in conference room 229. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
HB2263 |
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SB2952
DOH; Counties; Cesspools; Wastewater; Sewer Improvement Districts; Wastewater Management Plan; Cesspool Pollution Fee; Grants; Low Interest Loans; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER.
Requires each county to develop and maintain a wastewater management plan. Specifies the requirements of the wastewater management plan. Authorizes the Director of Health to exempt a county from creating a wastewater management plan if the county has an existing plan that substantially meets certain requirements. Requires the counties to identify specific priority areas in which the county sewerage system or other centralized treatment system will be expanded or constructed to reduce or eliminate cesspools before 1/1/2050. Provides for the designation of these priority areas as sewer improvement districts. Authorizes each county to assess a monthly cesspool pollution fee beginning in 7/1/2025 on real properties containing a cesspool. Authorizes the counties to use fee revenues for certain activities that eliminate, reduce, or mitigate the impacts of cesspools, including the expansion of county sewerage systems and the issuance of grants and low interest loans to property owners. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Makes appropriations. |
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2/12/2024- Re-Referred to AEN/HHS/GVO, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/HHS/GVO, WAM |
HB2743 |
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SB2953
Elections; Boards of Registration; Abolish
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Abolishes the boards of registration. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB2612 |
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SB2954
DLNR; Bureau of Conveyances; Land Court; Transaction Fees; Administrative Fees
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE FEES.
Statutorily establishes a Department of Land and Natural Resources transaction fee for each recording in the Bureau of Conveyances and Land Court. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt, amend, or repeal administrative fees, including transaction fees, for recordings in the Bureau of Conveyances and Land Court separate from the administrative rulemaking process. Amends the authorized uses of moneys in the bureau of conveyances special fund. Repeals language that required the Bureau of Conveyances' microfilm fees to be established by rules. Effective 1/1/2025. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2611 |
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SB2955
Dam and Reservoir Working Group; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes a dam and reservoir working group to ensure and enhance the continued availability and operation of dams and reservoirs in the State and consider their role in drought mitigation and the maintenance of a dependable water supply. Appropriates funds. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2331 |
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SB2956
Oral Health; Task Force; Department of Health; Positions; Reports; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO ORAL HEALTH.
Establishes an oral health task force to review the status of oral health in the State and make recommendations to improve the State's oral health infrastructure. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriations exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
HB2744 |
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SB2957
Rose-ringed Parakeets; Pilot Program; Kauai; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ROSE-RINGED PARAKEETS.
Establishes a one-year pilot program to reduce the population of rose-ringed parakeets on Kauai using past research and on-the-ground experience to guide future strategies. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2025. |
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1/24/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/WTL, WAM |
HB2329 |
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SB2958 HD1
Revision Bill
RELATING TO STATUTORY REVISION: AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII REVISED STATUTES OR THE SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSES OF CORRECTING ERRORS AND REFERENCES, CLARIFYING LANGUAGE, OR DELETING OBSOLETE OR UNNECESSARY PROVISIONS.
Amends or repeals various provisions of the Hawaii Revised Statutes or the Session Laws of Hawaii for the purposes of correcting errors and references, clarifying language, or deleting obsolete or unnecessary provisions. (HD1) |
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4/18/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2660 |
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SB2959 SD1 HD1
Income Tax Credit; Medical Care; Travel Expenses; Refundable Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a refundable income tax credit for medically-related travel expenses not covered or compensated by insurance or otherwise. Effective 12/31/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
RICHARDS |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2960 SD1 HD1 CD1
Farming; Farm Lots; Ranch Lots; Bona Fide Farmers; Agricultural Cooperative Associations
RELATING TO FARMERS.
Requires that lessees and purchasers of farm lots and ranch lots use that land for farming and producing food, under certain conditions. Authorizes certain agricultural cooperative associations to apply for farm lots. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
RICHARDS |
AGR/WAL, FIN |
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SB2961
DOA; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2962
Macadamia Nuts; Labeling Requirements; Country of Origin
RELATING TO LABELING OF MACADAMIA NUTS.
Clarifies labeling requirements for macadamia nuts. Requires country of origin to be included on the principal display panel of a consumer package of raw or processed macadamia nuts. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to AEN/CPN, JDC. |
RICHARDS |
AEN/CPN, JDC |
HB2278 |
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SB2963
DLNR; Trapping of Feral Goats, Sheep, and Pigs
RELATING TO FERAL ANIMALS.
Designates the Department of Land and Natural Resources as the primary agency for the trapping of feral goats, sheep, and pigs. Requires the Department to establish a program to humanely manage populations of feral goats, sheep, and pigs in the State by trapping. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
RICHARDS |
WTL, WAM |
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SB2964 SD1
PUC; Retail Wheeling; Renewable Energy; Hydrogen
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Authorizes independent generators of renewable energy to wheel the renewable energy transmitted and used to produce hydrogen, subject to certain conditions determined by the Public Utilities Commission. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, LEE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
EET/CPN, WAM |
HB1996 |
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SB2965 SD1
PUC; Water Carriers; Hawaii Water Carrier Act; Rate; Tariff; Interisland Transport of Hydrogen
RELATING TO THE INTERISLAND TRANSPORT OF HYDROGEN.
Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish a discounted rate by tariff for water carriers that engage in the interisland transport of hydrogen produced from renewable sources. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
TCA, WAM/CPN |
HB1997 |
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SB2966
DOT; State Fleet; Non-Road Vehicles; Zero Emissions
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a goal to transition all state-owned, non-road vehicles to be zero-emission vehicles by the end of 2045. Defines non-road vehicle. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki |
TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB1998 |
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SB2967 SD1
Department of Transportation; State Fleet; Heavy-Duty Motor Vehicles; Hydrogen Motor Vehicles; Battery Electric Vehicles; Zero Emissions
RELATING TO STATE VEHICLES.
Mandates that fifty per cent of all heavy-duty motor vehicles in the State's fleet be hydrogen or battery electric vehicles by an unspecified date. Mandates that one hundred per cent of all heavy-duty motor vehicles in the State's fleet be hydrogen or battery electric vehicles by December 31, 2035. Defines heavy-duty motor vehicle and hydrogen vehicle. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki |
TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB1995 |
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SB2968
Procurement; State Agencies; Hydrogen Vehicles
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Includes hydrogen vehicles as a priority for state agencies when purchasing or leasing light-, medium-, and heavy-duty motor vehicles. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO |
TCA/AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB1994 |
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SB2969
Midwives; Practice of Midwifery; Cultural and Traditional Healers; Exemptions
RELATING TO ACCESS FOR REPRODUCTIVE CARE.
Clarifies the State's midwifery law to permit care by extended family, cultural supporters, or others with whom a woman chooses to give birth. Specifies that nothing in the midwifery law shall prohibit or restrict healing practices by traditional healers of any ethnic culture or religious faith or their students; limit, alter, or adversely impact any religion or ethnic cultural practices; or prohibit or interfere with a person's right to choose where and with whom the person gives birth. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, Kidani |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
HB2649 |
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SB2970
Leeward Community College Waianae Moku; Students Ineligible for Federal Financial Aid; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ACCESS TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to Leeward community college Waianae Moku to support and assist students who are twenty-four years old or younger and ineligible to apply for federal financial assistance through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid application because they are unable to access their parents' tax information. |
(S)
2/1/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, Kidani |
HRE, WAM |
HB2633 |
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SB2971
Hawaii Penal Code; Criminal Offense; Indecent Exposure; Less Than Sixteen Years of Age; Strict Liability
RELATING TO INDECENT EXPOSURE.
Raises the criminal penalty for the offense of indecent exposure from a petty misdemeanor to a misdemeanor if the victim is less than sixteen years of age. Provides that the state of mind requirement is not applicable to the fact that the victim is less than sixteen years of age and that the actor is strictly liable with respect to the attendant circumstance that the victim was less than sixteen years of age. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, GABBARD, Kidani |
JDC |
HB1927 |
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SB2972 SD1
Public Buildings; High-Occupancy Buildings; Design; Hurricanes; Shelter
RELATING TO DISASTER PREPAREDNESS.
Requires all high-occupancy public buildings constructed after January 1, 2025, to be designed to withstand category five hurricanes, as determined by wind zone maps, and be used as shelters in the event of an emergency. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
GVO/PSM, WAM |
HB2637 |
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SB2973
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; Pilot Program; Employers; Child Care ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish a three-year child care pilot grant program to provide grants to employers to assist in offering child care or caregiving support for their employees. |
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2/12/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye, Moriwaki |
LBT/HHS, WAM |
HB1958 |
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SB2974 SD2 HD1 CD1
DBEDT; Task Force; Business Revitalization; Report
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a Business Revitalization Task Force within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to identify methods to improve Hawaii's general economic competitiveness and business climate, including the mitigation of regulatory and tax burdens. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Inouye, Moriwaki, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
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SB2975
Qualified Internship Grant Program; Work-Based Learning; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the qualified internship grant program within the Department of Education to provide grants to businesses and organizations that employ qualified interns participating in work-based learning through a qualified internship program. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB1654 |
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SB2976
Water; Counties; Aquifers; Watersheds; Protection; Affordable Housing
RELATING TO WATER.
Requires each county board of water supply or water board to prioritize the sustainable recharge of aquifers, ensure the health of watersheds, and, when allocating water for new development, prioritize the development of affordable housing over other types of development. Provides that these requirements shall not be construed to affect allocations of water for agricultural purposes or developments under the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. |
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2/15/2024- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Inouye, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
WTL/GVO/HOU, WAM |
HB2695 |
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SB2977 HD1
Unlicensed Contractors; State of Emergency; Penalties
RELATING TO UNLICENSED CONTRACTORS.
Authorizes the imposition of a penalty for unlicensed individuals performing certain work that requires a contractor license, including the offering or performing of repairs or improvements to existing structures and property and tearing down or rebuilding structures and property that were damaged or destroyed due to a natural disaster. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, Moriwaki |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2978 SD1
Water Resources; DOTAX; Attorney General; Income Tax Credit; Condemnation; Eminent Domain; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER RESOURCES.
Establishes an income tax credit to incentivize the voluntary relinquishment of private water systems. Directs the Attorney General to commence eminent domain proceedings in certain counties. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceed. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Kidani, Moriwaki |
WTL, WAM/JDC |
HB2694 |
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SB2979 SD1
Lahaina Recovery Oversight Commission; Maui; Wildfire; OETS; DAGS; Reports; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAHAINA WILDFIRE RECOVERY.
Establishes the Lahaina Recovery Oversight Commission within the Department of Accounting and General Services to oversee and guide the recovery of Lahaina from the 2023 wildfires. Requires the Office of Enterprise Technology Services to assist in establishing a website for the Commission. Requires annual reports. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
GVO/LBT, WAM |
HB2696 |
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SB2980
Cultural Corridor Authority; Redevelopment of Areas Affected by Disaster; Historic and Cultural Preservation; Department of Taxation; Attorney General; Income Tax Credit; Condemnation; Eminent Domain; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION.
Establishes the Cultural Corridor Authority to develop plans to redevelop areas affected by disaster while maintaining historic and cultural preservation. Establishes an income tax credit to incentivize the voluntary relinquishment of real property located in areas affected by disaster. Directs the Attorney General to commence eminent domain proceedings for certain purposes. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024 2025. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to EET/PSM/WTL, WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Ihara, Kidani |
EET/PSM/WTL, WAM/JDC |
HB2693 |
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SB2981
National Emergencies; States of Emergency; Disasters; Contractors; Unlicensed; Penalties
RELATING TO CONTRACTORS.
Establishes as a class B felony the unlicensed performance of contractor work, during or within 5 years following a national emergency, state of emergency, or disaster proclamation, in an affected political subdivision. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to CPN/PSM, JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Kidani |
CPN/PSM, JDC |
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SB2982
Regenerative Tourism; DBEDT; Program; Grant; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO REGENERATIVE TOURISM.
Establishes the regenerative tourism program with the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to increase regenerative tourism. Establishes a grant program. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kidani |
EET, WAM |
HB2164 |
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SB2983 SD2 HD2 CD1
Donations; Solicitations; Charitable Funding Platforms; Platform Charities; Registration
RELATING TO SOLICITATION OF FUNDS FROM THE PUBLIC.
Beginning 1/1/2026, authorizes the Department of the Attorney General to regulate charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities. Includes provisions relating to the misuse of funds. Imposes vicarious liability upon a platform charity for a charitable fundraising platform's misuse of funds, and vice versa. Takes effect 1/1/2026. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
MCKELVEY, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2984
Small Business; Hawaii Capital Loan Revolving Fund; Maui Business Bridge Grants; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SMALL BUSINESS.
Establishes the Hawaii Capital Loan Revolving Fund to be used to make loans to businesses located in nationally-declared disaster areas relating to the 2023 Maui wildfires and to, in part, administer the Maui Business Bridge Grants Program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Keohokalole, Wakai |
EET, WAM |
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SB2985
DLNR; Maui County; Water Systems; Eminent Domain
RELATING TO WATER SYSTEMS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire all West Maui water systems by eminent domain and hold the water systems in trust for the County of Maui to manage. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
WTL, WAM/JDC |
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SB2986
Renewable Energy; Distributed Energy Resources; Retail Crediting; PUC
RELATING TO ENERGY RESILIENCY.
Requires retail crediting for energy exports enrolled in grid services programs, whereby energy exported to the electrical grid past a participating customer-generator's point of common coupling from photovoltaic solar systems paired with battery storage as part of a utility-controlled grid service program would be credited at the full retail rate of electricity for the relevant time period. |
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2/1/2024- The committee on EET deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, Wakai |
EET, CPN |
HB1687 |
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SB2987
Teacher Home Assistance Program; Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Teacher Recruitment and Retention; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER HOUSING.
Establishes the Teacher Home Assistance Program to be administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to provide housing vouchers to certain teachers who are employed by the Department of Education and commit to teach at hard-to-fill schools and charter schools for no less than 5Â years. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024 2025. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to HOU/EDU, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
HB2514 |
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SB2988
OPSD; Hawaii State Planning Act; Phase II Update; Task Force; Position; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII STATE PLANNING ACT.
Establishes the Hawaii State Planning Act Phase II Update Task Force within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
KANUHA |
WTL, WAM |
HB1925 |
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SB2989
County Ethics Commissions; Selection of Members; Judicial Council
RELATING TO COUNTY ETHICS COMMISSIONS.
Authorizes the Judicial Council to nominate persons for appointment to a county ethics commission; provided that the county's charter or ordinance requires members of the commission to be appointed from nominations made by the Judicial Council. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
IHARA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, Kim |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2990
Motor Vehicles; Purchase; Sale; Operation; License Required; Penalties; Misdemeanor; Felony; Forfeiture; Sara's Law
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Prohibits the purchase and sale of a motor vehicle to another individual who is not duly licensed to operate that category of motor vehicle. Prohibits the registered owner of a motor vehicle from allowing an individual who is not duly licensed to operate that category of motor vehicle to operate the vehicle. Imposes penalties. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, Kidani, Wakai |
TCA, JDC |
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SB2991 SD2 HD2 CD1
HLRB; Collective Bargaining; New Unit; Criteria; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT CREATION.
Requires the Hawaii Labor Relations Board to adopt rules establishing criteria and procedures for the creation of new bargaining units. Requires certain employees or any employer or exclusive representative proposing a new bargaining unit to submit an application to the Board. Allows certain employees or any employer or exclusive representative to petition the Board to determine the appropriateness of a new bargaining unit. Requires the Board to consider certain criteria in determining the appropriateness of a new bargaining unit. Requires the Board to, upon its approval of the application, submit a report to the Legislature, including proposed legislation to create the new bargaining unit, accompanied by a decision and order issued by the Board. Makes an appropriation. Repeals 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Elefante, Kidani |
LGO, FIN |
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SB2992 SD2 HD1
DOH; Advisory Committee on Mental Health Code Review; Reports
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Beginning 7/1/2024, and every ten years thereafter, requires the Department of Health to convene an Advisory Committee on Mental Health Code Review. Requires reports to the Legislature after each convening of the Advisory Committee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
MORIWAKI |
HLT, CPC |
HB2800 |
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SB2993
Consumer Protection; Transient Accommodations; Total Booking Price; Resort Fees; Government Taxes and Fees; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits any operator, transient accommodations broker, or person from offering, listing, advertising, and displaying a rate that does not include all resort fees. Requires all operators, transient accommodations brokers, and persons to include all taxes and fees imposed by a government on a transient accommodation. Establish penalties. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI |
CPN/EET, JDC |
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SB2994 SD1
Hawaii State Building Code; International Building Code; International Residential Code; Timeline; Publication Date; County Authority
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE.
Requires the State Building Code Council to adopt, amend, or update the International Building Code and the International Residential Code within two years of its official publication date. Clarifies that the Hawaii State Building Code acts as the interim county building code until superseded by the county. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, Wakai |
GVO, JDC |
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SB2995
GET; Supreme Court; Attorneys; Pro Hac Vice; Appearance
RELATING TO ATTORNEYS.
Requires petitions or motions for a pro hac vice appearance for a court proceeding or arbitration proceeding to be supported by evidence of the applicant's and local counsel's Hawaii business registrations, the applicant's and local counsel's Hawaii general excise tax license numbers, an affirmation that both the applicant and local counsel will pay all state income tax due for Hawaii business activities, and all other information or documentation required by the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, Kidani, Moriwaki, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
JDC, WAM |
HB2570 |
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SB2996
HHFDC; Accessory Dwelling Units; Loans; Revolving Fund; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS.
Establishes the accessory dwelling unit loan program under HHFDC to provide loans for the development of accessory dwelling units. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY |
HOU, WAM |
HB2548 |
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SB2997 SD2 HD1
PUC; Wildfires; Electric Utilities; Risk-based Wildfire Protection Plans; Mitigation; Wildfire Reporting
RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Creates a process for electric utilities to develop and submit risk-based wildfire protection plans to the Public Utilities Commission for approval. Requires public utilities to report wildfires potentially caused by or occurring in connection with their operations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/18/2024- The committee(s) on CPC/JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
HASHIMOTO |
EEP/WAL, CPC/JHA, FIN |
HB2281 |
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SB2998
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Local State of Emergency; Eviction Moratorium; Foreclosure Moratorium; Mortgage Deferment; Loan Deferment; Consumer Reporting Agencies; Condominium Associations; Planned Community Associations
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Establishes processes and requirements during a state of emergency or local state of emergency related to eviction moratoriums, foreclosure moratoriums, mortgage deferments, loan deferment, adverse information reported to consumer reporting agencies, and insurance requirements for planned community associations and condominium associations. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, CPN/JDC. |
HASHIMOTO |
PSM, CPN/JDC |
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SB2999
Residential Property Sales; Moratorium; Non-Residents; Real Estate Broker; Real Estate Salespersons
RELATING TO HAWAII EMERGENCY HOME SALES MORATORIUM.
Establishes a temporary restriction that only current and former residents of Hawaii may purchase residential property. Prohibits real estate brokers and real estate salespersons from buying, offering to buy, or negotiating the purchase of residential real estate for someone who is not a current or former resident without disclosing the temporary restriction. Repeals the moratorium when the Governor's last proclamation on affordable housing expires. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HOU/PSM, CPN/JDC. |
AWA |
HOU/PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB2203 |
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SB3000 SD2
DAGS; Menstrual Equity; Menstrual Products; Public Buildings; Restrooms
RELATING TO MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to provide menstrual products at no cost in specified restrooms in public buildings maintained by the department. (SD2) |
(H)
3/13/2024- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SHIMABUKURO, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY |
HLT, LGO, FIN |
HB2003 |
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SB3001 SD1
Autism; Applied Behavioral Analysis Services; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AUTISM.
Appropriates funds to increase the funding for applied behavioral analysis services for persons with autism. Requires the Department of Human Services to obtain maximum federal matching funds and pursue all other funding sources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2712 |
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SB3002 SD1 HD2
DOT; Task Force on Mobility Management; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO IMPLEMENT THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE ON MOBILITY MANAGEMENT, ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO ACT 214, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2013.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation to implement the recommendations of Task Force on Mobility Management, established pursuant to Act 214, SLH 2013, in consultation with the Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Executive Office on Aging and other stakeholder groups. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/18/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 694). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
HUS/TRN, FIN |
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SB3003 SD1
B&F; DOH; SCDD; Hawaii ABLE Savings Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII ABLE SAVINGS PROGRAM.
Repeals language that gives the Director of Finance discretion to use moneys in the Hawaii ABLE Savings Program Trust Fund if the Director elects to accept deposits from contributors instead of sending deposits directly to the ABLE Program Manager. Authorizes the Director of Finance to expend moneys in the Hawaii ABLE Savings Program Trust Fund to provide incentive payments to Hawaii public school ABLE account owners. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Budget and Finance to fund the incentive payments. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Health for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent position within the State Council on Developmental Disabilities to provide statewide outreach, advocacy, and relationship management for the Hawaii ABLE Savings Program. (SD1) |
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2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
HB2284 |
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SB3004
DOE; Health; Hawaii Keiki: Healthy and Ready to Learn Program; Health Technicians; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to maintain seventy-five health technician positions within the Department of Education for the Hawaii Keiki: Healthy and Ready to Learn Program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2759 |
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SB3005
Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Conveyance Tax; Rates; Exemption; Allocation; Homeless Services Fund; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Affordable Housing; Development; Affordability Requirements
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Establishes the Homeless Services Fund. Amends the conveyance tax rates based on property values. Repeals the conveyance tax rates set separately for conveyances for which the purchasers are ineligible for a county homeowner's exemption on property tax. Exempts from conveyance taxes, conveyances of real property to organizations with certain affordability requirements and to certain nonprofit organizations. Allows collected conveyance taxes to be allocated to the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund and Homeless Services Fund and amends the allocations to the Land Conservation Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Allows counties to apply for matching funds from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund for housing projects that are subject to a perpetual affordability requirement. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/HOU/WTL, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HHS/HOU/WTL, WAM |
HB2629 |
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SB3006 SD2 HD1
HTA; Convention Center; Naming Rights; Advertising; Marketing
RELATING TO THE CONVENTION CENTER.
Exempts the Convention Center from certain requirements regarding concessions on public property. Authorizes the Hawaii Tourism Authority to sell or lease naming rights of the Hawaii Convention Center Facility. Facilitates advertising and marketing in and on the Hawaii Convention Center Facility. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato, Hussey-Burdick voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Perruso voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
TOU, FIN |
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SB3007 SD2 HD1
State Departments; Department of Human Resources Development; Civil Service; Minimum Qualification Review
RELATING TO HIRING.
Authorizes a state department, division, or agency, rather than the Department of Human Resources Development, to conduct a minimum qualification review of applicants for vacant positions within the department, division, or agency. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to provide state departments, divisions, and agencies the applications received for vacancies under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
DELA CRUZ |
LGO, FIN |
HB1832 |
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SB3008 SD2 HD1
Constitutional Amendment; Tax Increment Bonds; Debt Limit; Counties (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE VII, SECTIONS 12 AND 13, OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION TO EXPRESSLY PROVIDE THAT THE LEGISLATURE MAY AUTHORIZE THE COUNTIES TO ISSUE TAX INCREMENT BONDS AND TO EXCLUDE TAX INCREMENT BONDS FROM DETERMINATIONS OF THE FUNDED DEBT OF THE COUNTIES.
Proposes amendments to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to expressly provide that the Legislature may authorize political subdivisions, such as counties, to issue tax increment bonds, and to exclude tax increment bonds in calculating the debt limit of the political subdivisions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
JHA, FIN |
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SB3009 SD2 HD1
DLE; Sheriff Division; Judicial and Legislative Security
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Specifies the responsibilities of the Department of Law Enforcement's Sheriff Division regarding judicial and legislative security. Requires the Sheriff Division to pursue, obtain, and maintain accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, KIDANI, WAKAI, Inouye |
JHA, FIN |
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SB3010 SD1 HD1
DLNR; Renewable Energy; Portfolio Standards; Leasing Processes
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to work with utility companies and other renewable energy developers on leasing processes to expedite the development of renewable energy. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/25/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 822). |
DELA CRUZ |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
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SB3011 SD2 HD1 CD1
Weed Whackers; Leaf Blowers; Noise Regulations; Additional Restrictions
RELATING TO NOISE.
Makes it unlawful for any person to operate a weed whacker in or within one hundred feet of a residential zone, subject to certain exceptions. Extends the time for the use of leaf blowers and weed whackers within or near residential zones. Provides exceptions for government entities and agents acting on behalf of government entities during emergencies. Defines weed whacker. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MORIWAKI, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
JHA |
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SB3012
Highway Safety; Motor Vehicle Inspections
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTIONS.
Lengthens the time period in which certain vehicles must have a safety inspection. |
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2/13/2024- The committee on TCA deferred the measure. |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Keohokalole, Kidani, Wakai |
TCA, WAM |
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SB3013
Department of Transportation; Public Utilities; Invasive Species; Albizia Trees; Removal; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation for the coordinated removal of albizia and other invasive trees. Requires matching funds from public utilities. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM/CPN. |
INOUYE |
TCA/AEN, WAM/CPN |
HB2650 |
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SB3014
Counties; Natural Hazards; Private Property; Right of Way
RELATING TO HAZARD MITIGATION.
Extends the right to enter private property and remove or stabilize natural hazards that are at risk of harming the public or other properties to the county in which the private property is located and that county's respective mayor. |
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2/12/2024- Re-Referred to GVO, JDC. |
INOUYE |
GVO, JDC |
HB2651 |
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SB3015 SD1
Special Purpose Revenue Bonds; HECO; MECO; HELCO; CIP; Capital Improvement Programs ($)
RELATING TO SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS FOR ELECTRIC PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds for Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries Maui Electric Company, Limited, and Hawaii Electric Light Company, Inc., for multi project capital improvement programs. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE |
CPN, WAM |
HB1690 |
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SB3016 SD1
Hawaiian Flag; United States Military
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN FLAG.
Allows all United States military reservations and military training facilities in the State to display the Hawaiian flag. (SD1) |
(S)
2/27/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO |
PSM/HWN, JDC |
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SB3017
Hawaiian Independence Day; State Holidays; Observed
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY.
Establishes "La Ku oko a", Hawaiian Independence Day, as a state holiday to be observed annually on November 28th. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA/HWN, WAM. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO |
TCA/HWN, WAM |
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SB3018
Consumers; Data; Privacy; Attorney General; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CONSUMER DATA PROTECTION.
Establishes a framework to regulate controllers and processors with access to personal consumer data. Establishes penalties. Establishes a new consumer privacy special fund. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC. |
LEE |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB3019
Psilocybin; Therapeutic Uses; Authorization
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT.
Authorizes, and establishes a regulatory framework for, the administration of psilocybin for therapeutic use. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
LEE |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2630 |
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SB3020
DOT; Impaired Driving; Blood Alcohol Concentration; Prohibited; Penalties
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Establishes the offense of operating a vehicle while impaired, and penalties. Authorizes the Department of Transportation to take administrative action. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
LEE |
TCA, JDC |
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SB3021 SD2 HD1
Department of Transportation; Rebate; Electric Mobility Subaccount; Electric Mobility Rebate Program
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Renames the Electric Bicycle and Electric Moped Rebate Program to the Electric Mobility Rebate Program. Expands eligibility and amends the maximum rebate amounts. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-26-24 at 5:44PM in Conference Room 224.
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LEE |
EEP/TRN, CPC, FIN |
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SB3022 SD2 HD1
Transportation; Transportation Network Company; Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund; Fee
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a transportation network company, taxicab, and limousine fee. Provides for the deposit of the transportation network company, taxicab, and limousine fees collected into the Safe Routes to School Program special fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
LEE |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
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SB3023
DBEDT; Tax Credit for Research Activities; Requirements; Survey; Certification; Caps
RELATING TO THE TAX CREDIT FOR RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.
Adds a cap for the amount of tax credits for research activities that an eligible taxpayer and the taxpayer's related entities may receive per taxable year. Consolidates the survey and certification requirements for tax credits for research activities. Amends the annual aggregate cap on tax credits for research activities that the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism may certify. Requires certification of the tax credits for research activities on a first come, first served basis to be based on the date that a complete application is received, subject to certain conditions. Extends from 12/31/2024 to 12/31/2029, the sunset date for tax credits for research activities. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KIDANI |
EET, WAM |
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SB3024
Agricultural Loan; Interest rates; Department of Agriculture
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Reduces and sets fixed interest rates for loans under the Agricultural Loan Program. |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
HB2335 |
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SB3025 HD1
Hemp; Department of Agriculture; Nuisance Issues; Duplicate Inspections or Sampling
RELATING TO HEMP.
Repeals the requirement for additional rules by the Department of Agriculture to address nuisance issues, including smell, noise, and excessive lighting arising out of the activities of hemp growers. Clarifies that the Department of Agriculture shall not require inspections or sampling of hemp that duplicates inspections or sampling required by the United States Department of Agriculture. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/25/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday, 04-25-24 at 3:30PM in Conference Room 325. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AGR, JHA |
HB2336 |
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SB3026 HD1
Advisory Committee on Pesticides; Membership
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Replaces representatives from the sugar and pineapple industries with representatives of the coffee and diversified agriculture industries on the Advisory Committee on Pesticides. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AGR, CPC |
HB2337 |
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SB3027 SD1
DOA; Food Production; Food Security; Updated Strategic Plan; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN TO INCREASE FOOD PRODUCTION AND FOOD SECURITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the Office of the Governor, to update and supplement the 2020 strategic plan to increase Hawaii's food production and food security. Requires the Department of Agriculture to submit a report to the Legislature 20 days prior to 2025 Regular Session. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
HB2338 |
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SB3028 SD1
911 Services; Monthly Enhanced 911 Surcharge; 911 Board Staff; Definitions
RELATING TO 911 SERVICES.
Deletes the term "enhanced" in reference to 911 services to allow funding of all 911 technologies. Amends the rate of the monthly enhanced 911 surcharge. Allows the 911 Board to employ staff, in addition to the executive director, exempt from chapters 76 and 89, HRS. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM/CPN |
HB2339 |
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SB3029 SD1
Claims Against the State; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE, ITS OFFICERS, OR ITS EMPLOYEES.
Makes appropriations and approves payments for claims against the State, its officers, and its employees. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2023-2024. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2340 |
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SB3030
Cigarette Tax Stamp Fees; Tobacco Enforcement Special Fund; Hawaii Tobacco Settlement Special Fund
RELATING TO FUNDING FOR THE TOBACCO ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL FUND.
Amends the amount of funding for the Tobacco Enforcement Special Fund administered by the Department of the Attorney General by amending the amount of funds that the Tobacco Enforcement Special Fund can carry over at the end of the fiscal year; increasing the cigarette tax stamp fee and concurrently increasing the percentage of the cigarette tax stamp fee deposited to the Tobacco Enforcement Special Fund; and amending the amount of funds to be deposited to the credit of the Tobacco Enforcement Special Fund from tobacco settlement moneys. Effective 7/1/2024. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB2341 |
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SB3031
Weapons; Deadly or Dangerous Weapons
RELATING TO WEAPONS.
Prohibits carrying or using a firearm in the commission of a separate misdemeanor offense. Amends and clarifies prohibitions regarding deadly or dangerous weapons, regarding switchblade knives, and regarding butterfly knives. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2342 |
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SB3032
Wages; Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; Wage Payment Violation Order Enforcement
RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF ORDERS OF WAGE PAYMENT.
Broadens enforcement of orders of wage payment violations to allow for certified copies of orders of wage payment violation to be filed in any court of competent jurisdiction. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, JDC |
HB2343 |
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SB3033 HD1 CD1
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Administration; Tampering with or Fabricating Physical Evidence
RELATING TO PHYSICAL EVIDENCE.
Amends the criminal offense statute for tampering with physical evidence to adopt the wording of the Model Penal Code for the same offense. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2344 |
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SB3034 HD1 CD1
Penal Liability; Intoxication; Affirmative Defense
RELATING TO PENAL LIABILITY.
Explicitly categorizes defenses based on intoxication that is not self-induced or is pathological as affirmative defenses. Sunsets 7/1/2034. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2345 |
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SB3035
Manslaughter; Dangerous Drug; Distribution
RELATING TO MANSLAUGHTER.
Amends the offense of manslaughter to include cases where a person knowingly and unlawfully distributes a dangerous drug in any amount and thereby recklessly causes the death of another person who ingested that drug. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB2346 |
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SB3036 SD1 HD1
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Health and Morals; Sex Trafficking; Promoting Prostitution
RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND MORALS.
Clarifies the definition of "profits from prostitution" to include money or property received regardless of expenditures or if it was a reimbursement or repayment of a debt. Amends the sex trafficking and promoting prostitution criminal offense statutes by inserting relevant definitions in those statutes and repealing a statute that is no longer needed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/16/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 737). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2347 |
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SB3037 SD1 HD1 CD1
Penal Code; Promoting Pornography for Minors; Offenses Against Public Health and Morals
RELATING TO PROMOTING PORNOGRAPHY FOR MINORS.
Amends the offense of promoting pornography for minors by allowing the prosecution of persons who provide pornographic materials to undercover law enforcement officers who represent themselves as minors for purposes of undercover operations. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2348 |
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SB3038
Joint and Several Liability; Repeal; Government Entities; Highway-Related Civil Actions
RELATING TO ABOLITION OF JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY FOR GOVERNMENT ENTITIES IN HIGHWAY-RELATED CIVIL ACTIONS.
Amends section 663-10.5, HRS, to abolish joint and several liability for government entities in claims and cases relating to the maintenance and design of highways under chapter 663, HRS, so that government entities are only liable in certain cases for the percentage share of the damages they actually caused. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2349 |
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SB3039
Arrests; Federal Officers; FBI
RELATING TO ARREST BY FEDERAL OFFICERS.
Authorizes law enforcement officers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to effect arrests under the Hawaii Penal Code in limited circumstances. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2350 |
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SB3040
Firearms; Licenses; Reporting
RELATING TO FIREARMS REPORTING.
Amends annual reporting requirement for the Department of the Attorney General concerning firearms concealed carry licenses. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2351 |
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SB3041 SD1
Law Enforcement Standards Board; Civil Service
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Clarifies membership and certain powers and duties of the Law Enforcement Standards Board and establishes new deadlines for the completion of Board responsibilities. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2352 |
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SB3042
Data Sharing; Criminal Justice Data Sharing Working Group;GVVCC; Repeal
RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE DATA SHARING GROUPS.
Amends the Criminal Justice Data Sharing Working Group to combine its members and functions with certain members and functions of the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission to increase efficiency and effectiveness and eliminate redundancy. Repeals chapter 134C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, which established the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2353 |
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SB3043 SD1
Small Business Regulatory Review Board; Legislation; Small Business
RELATING TO THE SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY REVIEW BOARD.
Clarifies that the Small Business Regulatory Review Board has the authority to review legislation affecting small businesses in response to a request from small business owners. (SD1) |
(S)
2/27/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, JDC |
HB2354 |
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SB3044
Income Tax Credit; Research Activities
RELATING TO TAX CREDIT FOR RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.
Extends the sunset date for the research activites income tax credit. Consolidates the survey and certification requirements. Requires the certification based on the date a complete application is received subject to certain conditions. Clarifies qualified research expenses. Adds a cap for an eligible taxpayer and the taxpayer's related entities. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM |
HB2355 |
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SB3045 SD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Small Business Innovation Research Grant Program; Small Business Technology Transfer Grant Program; Manufacturing Development Grant Program
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Increases the cap for awards to assist businesses applying for the Small Business Innovation Research Grant Program and the Small Business Technology Transfer Grant Program of the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Adds purchasing of renewable energy systems as an eligible expense and clarifies that training on both new and existing manufacturing equipment is an eligible expense for the Manufacturing Development Grant Program. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM |
HB2356 |
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SB3046
HHFDC; Housing; Homebuyers' Club Program; Repeal
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Repeals the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's Homebuyers' Club Program. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HOU, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, JDC |
HB2357 |
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SB3047 SD1
Environmental Impact Statements; Exemption; Affordable Housing
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS.
Codifies the exemption from environmental impact statements for affordable housing projects that meet certain criteria. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/AEN, WAM |
HB2358 |
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SB3048 SD1
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Hawaii Broadband and Digital Equity Office; Digital Equity Grant Program; Digital Literacy
RELATING TO THE HAWAII BROADBAND AND DIGITAL EQUITY OFFICE.
Establishes the Digital Equity Grant Program to award grants to applicants to deploy digital equity projects to covered populations in the State. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM/JDC |
HB2359 |
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SB3049
DBEDT; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Hawai`i Film Advisory Council; General Excise Tax Exemption; Civil Service Exemption. ($)
RELATING TO THE FILM INDUSTRY.
Establishes a Hawai`i Film Advisory Council within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Provides exemption for certified development of film studio facilities from taxes imposed under chapter 237, HRS. Amends the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit allowed under section 235-17, HRS, to (1) clarify and amend the requirement for an independent third-party certification, (2) increase the annual credit cap to $60,000,000 from $50,000,000, (3) extend the sunset date to January 1, 2039, and (4) expand the definition of "qualified production" to include streaming platforms. Establishes, exempt from chapter 76, and appropriates funds for the film industry liaison position. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM |
HB2360 |
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SB3050 SD2
HCDA; Interagency Assistance
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Authorizes the Hawaii Community Development Authority to render services to and assist state and county agencies upon request. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL/JHA, FIN |
HB2361 |
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SB3051
Tax Increment Bonds; Constitutional Amendment (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE VII, SECTIONS 12 AND 13, OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION TO EXPRESSLY PROVIDE THAT THE LEGISLATURE MAY AUTHORIZE THE COUNTIES TO ISSUE TAX INCREMENT BONDS AND TO EXCLUDE TAX INCREMENT BONDS FROM DETERMINATIONS OF THE FUNDED DEBT OF THE COUNTIES.
Proposes amendments to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to expressly provide that the legislature may authorize political subdivisions, such as counties, to issue tax increment bonds and to exclude tax increment bonds in calculating the debt limit of the political subdivisions. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2362 |
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SB3052
Tax Increment Bonds; County Debt Limit Statements
RELATING TO TAX INCREMENT BONDS.
Conforms county debt limit statements law to exclude tax increment bonds from the debt limit of the counties if a constitutional amendment authorizing the use of tax increment bonds and excluding tax increment bonds from determinations of the counties' funded debt is ratified. |
(S)
2/8/2024- Re-Referred to GVO, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
HB2363 |
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SB3053
Conveyance Tax Rates and Exemptions; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Allocations
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Increases the conveyance tax rate for certain properties. Exempts conveyances of certain real property from the conveyance tax. Eliminates the cap on the amount of conveyance tax collections allocated to the land conservation fund and rental housing revolving fund. Allocates ten percent of conveyance tax collections to the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for the purpose of funding infrastructure programs in transit-oriented development areas. |
(S)
2/8/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/HOU, WAM |
HB2364 |
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SB3054 SD1
Hawaii Interagency Council for Transit-Oriented Development; Membership
RELATING TO TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING.
Amends the membership of the Hawaii Interagency Council for Transit-Oriented Development to replace the Director of Law Enforcement with the Director of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2365 |
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SB3055
Greenhouse Gas Sequestration Task Force; Repeal
RELATING TO GREENHOUSE GAS SEQUESTRATION TASK FORCE.
Repeals the Greenhouse Gas Sequestration Task Force. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, JDC |
HB2366 |
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SB3056
Chief Energy Officer; Energy Reporting; Renewable Portfolio Standards Support
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Clarifies that the party responsible for Renewable Portfolio Standards support and reporting on certain energy matters shall be the Chief Energy Officer, following Act 122, SLH 2019. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, JDC |
HB2367 |
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SB3057
Solar Energy Devices; Water Heating; Residential; Counties
RELATING TO ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Allows the department of planning for each county to approve a variance for the installation of solar water heater systems. Authorizes the department of planning for each county to impose and collect fees for the administration of the solar water heater system variances. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM/EET, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/EET, WAM |
HB2368 |
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SB3058
Hawaii Community-Based Economic Development Technical and Financial Assistance Program; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Amends section 210D-10, HRS, to increase the maximum interest rate on Community-Based Economic Development loans to ten percent. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM |
HB2369 |
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SB3059 SD1
Stadium Authority; Members; Quorum Requirements
RELATING TO THE STADIUM AUTHORITY.
Clarifies requirements to establish a quorum to do business and validate acts of the Stadium Authority. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2370 |
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SB3060 SD1
State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Implementation Plan; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A CLIMATE ADAPTION AND RESILIENCE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to develop and publish a statewide climate adaptation and resilience implementation plan. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL/EEP, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL/EEP, FIN |
HB2371 |
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SB3061 SD1
Solar Energy Storage Loan Program; Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority ($)
RELATING TO THE SOLAR ENERGY STORAGE LOAN PROGRAM.
Clarifies part III of Act 164, Session Laws of Hawaii 2023, as it pertains to the appropriation for the Solar Energy Storage Loan Program. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET, WAM |
HB2372 |
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SB3062
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-1 and BU-10; Emergency Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of Units (1) and (10) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2023-2025. |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2373 |
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SB3063
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-2, BU-3, BU-4, BU-9, BU-13, and BU-14; Emergency Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of Units (2), (3), (4), (9), (13), and (14) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2023-2025. |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2374 |
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SB3064
Funds; Firefighter's Contingency Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO FUNDS.
Reinstates the Governor's authority to transfer funds to cope with the effects of natural disasters, for operating purposes, or to supplement the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Firefighter's Contingency Fund. |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/WTL, WAM |
HB2375 |
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SB3065
Funds; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Appropriates special funds to Department of Transportation programs to pay for anticipated operating shortfalls due to the limited ability to transfer funds between programs. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, WAM |
HB2376 |
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SB3066
Funds; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Appropriates general funds to various programs for anticipated operating shortfalls due to the limited ability for departments to transfer funds between programs. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
HB2377 |
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SB3067 SD1 HD1
Hurricane Reserve Trust Fund; State Treasury
RELATING TO THE HURRICANE RESERVE TRUST FUND.
Moves the Hurricane Reserve Trust Fund into the state treasury and makes other housekeeping amendments relating to the Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, CPC, FIN |
HB2378 |
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|
SB3068 SD1 HD1 CD2
Wildfires; General Obligation Bonds; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR WILDFIRE RECOVERY.
Appropriates funds to support the State's continued response to the August 2023 wildfires that affected the counties of Hawaii and Maui. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. (CD2) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 832). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
HB2379 |
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SB3069
Mass Transit Special Fund; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUDGET AND FINANCE.
Makes an emergency appropriation to provide special funds for disbursements of moneys in the Mass Transit Special Fund. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, WAM |
HB2380 |
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SB3070 HD1 CD1
ERS; Funding Period; Unfunded Accrued Liability
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM FUNDING PERIOD.
Lowers the Employees' Retirement System's funding period to amortize the System's total unfunded accrued liability. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO, FIN |
HB2381 |
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SB3071
Employees' Retirement System; Service-Connected Disability; Accidental Death
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Clarifies the Employees' Retirement System's eligibility requirement definitions for service-connected disability and accidental death benefits. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB2382 |
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SB3072 SD1
Emergency Management; Hawaii Wildfires Response; Major Disaster Fund
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Temporarily lifts various restrictions on the use of funds for Hawaii wildfire response and extends the lapse date of certain funds set aside for this purpose. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB2383 |
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SB3073
School Facilities Special Fund; General Obligation Bond Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE SCHOOL FACILITIES SPECIAL FUND.
Changes the means of financing for a portion of funds appropriated for deposit into the school facilities special fund to expand pre-kindergarten student capacity within the State from general funds to general obligation bond funds. Extends the lapse date of the funds. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
HB2384 |
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SB3074
ERS; Personnel; Civil Service; Exemption
RELATING TO EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM PERSONNEL.
Amends section 76-16(b), Hawaii Revised Statues, to exempt the Deputy Executive Director, Chief Compliance Officer, and branch managers of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii from civil service. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2385 |
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|
SB3075
Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund; Mortgage Loan Originator Licensee; Division of Financial Institutions
RELATING TO THE MORTGAGE LOAN RECOVERY FUND.
Clarifies the eligibility to recover from the Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund to include consumers aggrieved by the conduct of a mortgage loan originator licensee. Allows for the annual use of $50,000 of the fund for training the Division of Financial Institutions and its attorneys relating to the residential mortgage industry, providing training to licensees, developing educational materials for licensees in the area relating to licensure under this chapter, and educating the public in the area relating to residential mortgage loans. Increases the restitution available to consumers from the Mortgage Loan Recovery Fund to the amount of $150,000, bringing consistency to sections 454F-41 and 454F-42, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2386 |
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SB3076
Installment Lender; Lender; Division of Financial Institutions
RELATING TO INSTALLMENT LOANS.
Focuses the law on its intended scope, installment lenders, and clarifies that the law is not intended to eliminate the ability of lenders to make low interest rate loans under the interest and usury law. Removes the term "consumer loan" to consistently use the defined term "installment loan" in the statute. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2387 |
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SB3077
Money Transmitter; Permissible Investments; Division of Financial Institutions
RELATING TO MONEY TRANSMITTERS MODERNIZATION ACT.
Continues the alignment of Hawaii's money transmitters law with the provisions of the Model Money Transmitters Modernization Act, thereby enabling Hawaii to work within a network of states to license, supervise, and examine transglobal money transmission companies as a multistate system; using nationwide standards, provides clarity and consistency of the tangible net worth provision; ensures that licensees have sufficient financial resources to conduct their business in a safe and sound manner; ensures efficiency throughout the licensing process; and protects the interests of money transmission companies, their customers, and the public. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2388 |
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SB3078
Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard; Extension; Public Utilities Commission
RELATING TO ENERGY-EFFICIENCY PORTFOLIO STANDARDS.
Extends the State's energy efficiency portfolio standards from 2030 to 2045. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish interim goals, and clarifies procedures. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN |
HB2389 |
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SB3079 SD1
PUC; Renewable Energy; Lifecycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Amends section 269-6, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to clarify that the Public Utilities Commission shall consider the effect of the State's reliance on fossil fuels on lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions and may require a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions analysis for energy projects that do not involve the combustion of fuel. Makes conforming amendments. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, CPN |
HB2390 |
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SB3080
Public Utilities Commission; Telecommunications Access; Print Disabilities
RELATING TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH PRINT DISABILITIES.
Clarifies that the Public Utilities Commission under the Universal Service Program may provide, and may use funds from the Universal Service Fund to provide, free telecommunications access to certain individuals with a print disability. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HHS, WAM |
HB2391 |
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|
SB3081 SD1
Insurance Code; Captive Insurers; Producers; Trade Name; Third Party Administrators; Surety Bond; Reinsurance Intermediary-Managers; Reinsurers
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Amends various provisions of the Insurance Code to update and improve existing provisions. Defines "dormant captive insurance company" and sets out a procedure to apply for the certificate of dormancy. Adds the term "doing business as" to "trade name" statutory references. Clarifies continuing education provider filing requirements. Clarifies reinsurance intermediary-manager filing requirements. Amends the surety bond threshold requirement for third party administrators and clarifies the audited financial statements requirements. Amends the definitions of "controlled unaffiliated business" and "participant" as applied to captive insurance companies. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2392 |
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SB3082
Insurance; Health Insurance; External Review Procedure; Mammography
RELATING TO TITLE 24, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Provides amendments to external review procedures to improve consistency with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Uniform Health Carrier External Review Model Act. Requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to cover mandated services for mammography at least as favorably as coverage for other radiological examinations. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, CPN |
HB2393 |
|
|
SB3083 SD1 HD2 CD1
Insurance Code; Insurance Holding Company System; Group Capital Calculation; Liquidity Stress Test Framework
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Amends various sections of article 11 of the Insurance Code to adopt revisions to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Model No. 440, Insurance Holding Company System Regulatory Act. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, FIN |
HB2394 |
|
|
SB3084 SD1
Militia; National Guard; Employees' Retirement System
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Exempts Hawaii National Guard service members activated by the Governor or the Governor's designated representative to state active duty from enrollment in the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO/CMV, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO/CMV, FIN |
HB2395 |
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SB3085 SD1
Department of Defense; Militia; National Guard; Insurance; Tricare
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Authorizes the payment of allowances for TRICARE Reserve Select coverages to junior officers, warrant officers, or enlisted personnel of the Hawaii National Guard ordered to active duty for more than thirty days in service to the State. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO/CMV, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO/CMV, FIN |
HB2396 |
|
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SB3086
Department of Education; Procurement; Exemptions; Career and Technical Education
RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROCUREMENT.
Exempts career and technical education goods and services purchases by the Department of Education from the State Procurement Code. Repeals on 7/1/2027. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
HB2397 |
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SB3087 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOE; Executive Office on Early Learning; Early Learning Facilities
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Authorizes early learning programs to be established on public school campuses and other available public buildings. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, FIN |
HB2398 |
|
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SB3088
Hawaii State Public Library System; Civil Service; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII STATE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM.
Permanently exempts an additional administrative assistant position in the Hawaii State Public Library System from civil service. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EDU/LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
HB2399 |
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SB3089 SD2
Department of Education; HTSB; License Revocation
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires that licensed teachers have their license revoked by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board if the teacher is resigning or retiring during the pendency of any investigation into allegations of sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other physical abuse of a student. Requires a licensed teacher to surrender their license if the teacher retires or resigns from teaching before the completion of an investigation. Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to report the surrendered license to the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO/EDN, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO/EDN, JHA |
HB2400 |
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SB3090 SD1
DOE; Workers' Compensation; Work-based Internships
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Allows newly graduated high school students to be eligible for workers' compensation coverage during the summer following their high school graduation while participating in Department of Education sponsored work-based learning programs. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/EDU, WAM |
HB2401 |
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SB3091 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOE; Emergency Appropriation; Food Service Operations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR FOOD SERVICES.
Makes an emergency appropriation to the Department of Education for its food service operations. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, FIN |
HB2402 |
|
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SB3092 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOE; Emergency Appropriation; Charter School Operations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Makes an emergency appropriation to the Department of Education for charter school operations. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, FIN |
HB2403 |
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SB3093
Income Tax; Standard Deduction; Itemized Deduction; Income Tax Brackets; Personal Exemption; Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit; Conformity with Federal Deductions
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Provides for re-computation of the amounts for standard deduction, itemized deduction, income tax brackets, and personal exemption each tax year, taking into account the cost-of-living adjustment factor. Adds a one-time adjustment to tax brackets. Increases the applicable percentage of the employment-related expenses for which the child and dependent care income tax credit may be claimed; provides for re-computation of the applicable percentage taking into account the cost-of living adjustment factor; and provides for a disallowance period when there is a final administrative or judicial decision finding that the claim was due to fraud or disallowing the credit. Amends state conformity with certain federal deductions. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
HB2404 |
|
|
SB3094 SD2 HD2 CD1
OWR; Peer Support Specialist Working Group; Report
RELATING TO PEER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS.
Establishes a Peer Support Specialist Working Group within the Office of Wellness and Resilience to develop and make recommendations for a framework for peer support specialists in the State. Requires the working group to submit a report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2025. Sunsets the working group on 6/30/2025. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HUS, FIN |
HB2405 |
|
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SB3095
DLNR; Climate Health and Environmental Action Special Fund ($)
RELATING TO STATE FINANCES.
Establishes the Climate Health and Environmental Action Special Fund in the Department of Land and Natural Resources to minimize the impacts of, and respond to, climate crises funded by a $25 tax on transient accommodations. Exempts certain housing used for emergencies during a state disaster from the Transient Accommodations Tax. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL/AEN/EET, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/AEN/EET, WAM/JDC |
HB2406 |
|
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SB3096 SD1
Wildfires; Mitigation; Protection; Public Utilities Commission; Electric Utilities; Securitization; Risk Protection Plans
RELATING TO WILDFIRE RISK MITIGATION.
Creates a process for electric utilities to develop and submit wildfire protection plans to the Public Utilities Commission for approval and allow the recovery of related costs and expenses through securitization, while avoiding a disproportionate impact on a specific ratepayer or county. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, CPN/WAM |
HB2407 |
|
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SB3097
OPSD; Senior Advisor on Climate; Climate Change; Civil Service Exemption; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE.
Establishes the senior advisor on climate position within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development. Makes the senior advisor on climate a member of the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/AEN, WAM |
HB2408 |
|
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SB3098
DLIR; State Fire Marshal; Fire Prevention; Civil Service Exemption; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A STATE FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE.
Reestablishes the State Fire Marshal's Office within the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
HB2409 |
|
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SB3099 SD2 HD1
ERS; Credited Service; Benefits; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEESꞌ RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Reduces the minimum number of years of credited service qualified Tier 2 Employees' Retirement System members must have to be eligible for vested benefit status for service retirement allowance purposes from ten years to five years. Appropriates funds for investments of the ERS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LGO, FIN |
HB2410 |
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SB3100 SD1
Hawaii Health Corps Program; Hawaii Rural Health Care Provider Loan Program; Loan Repayment
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Renames the Hawaii Health Corps Program to the Hawaii Rural Healthcare Provider Loan Program. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
HB2411 |
|
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SB3101
DOH; Behavioral Health; Emergency Examination and Hospitalization; Crisis Centers; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH.
Authorizes the Department of Health to redirect persons experiencing a mental health crisis who are involved with, or at risk for involvement with, the criminal justice system to the appropriate health care system and services, including behavioral health crisis centers. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB2412 |
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SB3102
HHFDC; Taxation; GET; Exemption; Contracts; Prevailing Wage
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Extends the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation approval and certification period in which construction or rehabilitation of certain projects under section 201H-36(a)(5), HRS, can qualify for general excise tax (GET) exemption and repeals the limitation of the costs to contracting, including repealing the $30,000,000 annual cap on allowable GET and use tax costs applicable to contracting under section 201H-36(a)(5), HRS. Repeals the provision prohibiting qualified persons or firms from receiving direct or indirect financing for construction projects from any governmental contracting agency, including HHFDC, as a condition of the section 201H-36(a)(5), HRS, prevailing wage terms. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
HB2413 |
|
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SB3103 SD2 HD2
Renewable Energy Projects; Labor Standards; Covered Projects
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Requires an attestation or declaration regarding project labor standards, including adherence to state-approved apprenticeship programs and prevailing wage requirements, for large-scale renewable energy generation covered projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/26/2024- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 04-26-24 at 5:20PM in Conference Room 329. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP/LGO, CPC, FIN |
HB2414 |
|
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SB3104
State Board of Nursing; Nurse Licensure Compact; Registered Nurses; Licensed Practical Nurses; Fees
RELATING TO THE NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT.
Allows the Governor to enter the State into the multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, which will allow a nurse who is licensed by a home state to practice under a multistate licensure privilege in each party state, effective 1/1/2026. Beginning 1/1/2026, allows the State Board of Nursing to charge different fees for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who hold a multi-state license issued by the State. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
HB2415 |
|
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SB3105
Housing; Tax Amnesty Program; Transient Accommodation; Long-Term Rental Conversions; Rentals; Tax Waivers and Exemptions; Department of Taxation
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Requires the Director of Taxation to develop and administer a one-time tax amnesty program that would waive criminal prosecution, fines, penalties, and interest related to general excise tax and transient accommodations tax for qualified owners who convert an eligible property to a long-term rental through a two-year written resident lease agreement, subject to certain conditions. Provides a conveyance tax exemption for certain real property furnished as a transient accommodation during the period from January 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024. Provides an income tax exemption for capital gains from the sale of certain short-term rental properties furnished as transient accommodation and closing after June 30, 2024, and before January 1, 2026, subject to certain conditions. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HOU/EET, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EET, JDC/WAM |
HB2416 |
|
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SB3106
Commission on Water Resource Management; Membership
RELATING TO THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee to the Commission on Water Resource Management. Increases number of commission members from seven to eight, with only five of eight required to have substantial experience in water resource management. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
HB2417 |
|
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SB3107
Historic Preservation; DHHL; Project Reviews of Proposed State Projects
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEWS.
Allows the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to assume historic preservation review of the effect of any proposed project for lands under its jurisdiction except for projects affecting properties listed or nominated for inclusion in the Hawaii register of historic places or the national register of historic places. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HWN/WTL, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN/WTL, JDC |
HB2418 |
|
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SB3108
School Impact Fees; Exemptions; Housing; DHHL
RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.
Repeals the July 1, 2024, sunset date of section 1 of Act 197, Session Laws of Hawaii 2021, to make permanent the exemption of housing developed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands from school impact fees. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HWN/EDU, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN/EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB2419 |
|
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SB3109 SD1 HD2 CD1
DHHL; Act 279 Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes the Act 279 Special Fund until 6/30/2026. Deposits certain unexpended and unencumbered funds appropriated through Act 279, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022, that are set to lapse on 6/30/2024 into the Act 279 Special Fund and appropriates funds out of the special fund. Lapses unencumbered monies from the appropriation out of the Act 279 Special Fund on 6/30/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2420 |
|
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SB3110
HHFDC Board of Directors; Membership
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee to the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation as an ex officio nonvoting member. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/HWN, WAM |
HB2421 |
|
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SB3111
HCDA; Membership
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee as a nonvoting member to the Hawaii Community Development Authority. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL/HWN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/HWN, WAM |
HB2422 |
|
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SB3112
DHHL; Hawaiian Homes Commission Act; Federal Housing Administration
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Increases the loan limit for direct loans provided by DHHL to seventy-five percent of the maximum single residence loan amount allowed in Hawaii by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development's Federal Housing Administration, instead of fifty percent, as currently outlined in section 215 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2423 |
|
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SB3113
DHHL; Hawaiian Homes Commission Act; Loan Terms
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Increases the allowable loan term for direct loans provided by DHHL to be forty years, instead of thirty years, as currently outlined in section 215 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. |
(S)
2/7/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2424 |
|
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SB3114 SD1
Child Protective Act; Child Abuse and Neglect; Harm or Threatened Harm; Central Registry; Expungement
RELATING TO THE CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT CENTRAL REGISTRY.
Clarifies that a confirmed report of harm or threatened harm, as defined in chapter 587A, HRS, or child abuse and neglect, as defined in chapter 350, HRS, will result in the perpetrator's name being maintained in the central registry. Clarifies when a confirmed report may be expunged from the central registry, and establishes a process for expungement upon request. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2425 |
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SB3115 SD1
DHS; Relative; Resource Caregiver; Foster Home; Licensing; Administrative Appeal
RELATING TO RELATIVE RESOURCE CAREGIVERS.
Clarifies when a relative seeking to be a resource caregiver for a child is entitled to an administrative appeal for denial of a foster home license issued by the Department of Human Services. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, CPN |
HB2426 |
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SB3116 SD2 HD1 CD1
Department of Human Services; Preschool Open Doors Program; Priority Application Period; Rules
RELATING TO THE PRESCHOOL OPEN DOORS PROGRAM.
Establishes that the priority of selection for participation in the Preschool Open Doors Program applies only during the priority application period that occurs prior to the start of each state fiscal year. Establishes that applications received after the start of the fiscal year through January 31 shall be processed continuously through the fiscal year on a first-come, first served basis. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HUS, FIN |
HB2427 |
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SB3117
Child Protective Act; Exigent Circumstances; Harm; Imminent Harm; Order for Protective Custody
RELATING TO THE CHILD PROTECTIVE ACT.
Adds a definition for "exigent circumstances;" amends the definitions of "harm" and "imminent harm;" clarifies when the police may take protective custody of a child; clarifies when the department may assume temporary foster custody of a child; creates a judicial process for orders for protective custody. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2428 |
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SB3118 SD1
DHS; Temporary Public Assistance After Emergencies; Emergency Management Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PUBLIC ASSISTANCE.
Authorizes the Department of Human Services to provide temporary emergency assistance, case management, and other recovery services following the period covered by an emergency proclamation and establishes an Emergency Management Program within the Director of Human Services' office. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
HB2429 |
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SB3119
Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer for Children Program; Human Services; Education ($)
RELATING TO SUMMER ELECTRONIC BENEFITS TRANSFER FOR CHILDREN PROGRAM.
Establishes the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer for Children Program. Makes appropriations. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB2430 |
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SB3120 SD1 HD1
HPHA; Housing Policy and Program Coordinator; Positions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Establishes the position of Housing Policy and Program Coordinator in the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Clarifies that the employment of certain positions and the adjustment of salaries are authorized by the Executive Director and not the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Deletes the wage ceiling requirement for positions in the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Perruso voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, FIN |
HB2431 |
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SB3121 HD1
Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Housing Development; Bonds; Trustees
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Clarifies the Hawaii Public Housing Authority's powers relating to housing projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt, Kitagawa, Lamosao, Lowen, Nakashima excused (5). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, FIN |
HB2432 |
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SB3122 SD1 HD2
Public Health Standing Orders; United States Preventive Services Task Force; Screenings; Out-of-Pocket Costs; Working Group
RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH STANDING ORDERS.
Authorizes the Director of Health to issue public health standing orders for patients to self-refer to certain health care screening services. Establishes requirements for the provision of items or services pursuant to a public health standing order. Establishes the Public Health Standing Orders Working Group. Sunsets 6/30/2027. (HD2) |
(S)
4/19/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
HB2433 |
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SB3123 SD2 HD1 CD1
DHHL; DOH; Memorandum of Agreement; Vital Records
RELATING TO ACCESS TO VITAL RECORDS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Authorizes the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to access vital records for purposes of verifying Native Hawaiian ancestry for beneficiary programs. Requires the Department of Health and the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement to assure appropriate access and handling of confidential records and sealed records that have been unsealed pursuant to court order. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2434 |
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SB3124
Marriage Licenses; Civil Union Licenses; Online Access.
RELATING TO LICENSING.
Authorizes the Director of Health to permit online access to apply for marriage and civil union licenses in lieu of in-person applications, as specified in rules adopted pursuant to chapter 91, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2435 |
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SB3125 SD2 HD2
Minor Consent; Medical Care and Services; Sexually Transmitted Infections; Covered Entity; Confidentiality
RELATING TO MEDICAL CARE FOR MINORS.
Authorizes minors who are at least fourteen years old to consent to medical care and services for sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and family planning services, including the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Requires confidentiality policies and practices for insurers and health care providers. Effective 1/1/2025. (HD2) |
(H)
4/29/2024- Received notice of reconsideration, Senate agreement, and Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 794). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB2436 |
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SB3126 SD1 HD1
DOH; Emergency Aeromedical Services Partnership Program; Established; Rules; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY AEROMEDICAL SERVICES.
Establishes an Emergency Aeromedical Services Partnership Program to be administered by the Department of Health in counties with a population less than 500,000. Requires cost-sharing for program operations and maintenance and revenue sharing between the State and Counties of Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui. Authorizes deposits into the Emergency Medical Services Special Fund. Requires rulemaking. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/18/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 694). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT/TRN, FIN |
HB2437 |
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SB3127 SD1
DOH; Nuisance Prevention; Environmental Health; Public Health
RELATING TO NUISANCE PREVENTION.
Clarifies that the Department of Health has the legal authority and obligation to prevent nuisances that affect environmental health and public health. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2438 |
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SB3128 SD2 HD1
HHSC; DOH; Oahu Regional Health Care System; Transfer; Reports; Low Acuity Patients; Agreement
RELATING TO ACT 212, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2021.
Extends the transfer of the Oahu Regional Health Care System (Oahu Region) from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation to the Department of Health to 12/31/2026. Requires the working group established by Act 212, SLH 2021, to submit a report to the Legislature on updates to the operating and budget plan and pro forma capital improvements plan and a breakdown of costs related to the transfer. Requires the Oahu Region to enter into an agreement with the Department of Health regarding the Oahu Region taking care of low acuity patients in the Department's custody by the end of 2024. Requires the Oahu Region to report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/25/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 3:10PM; Conference Room 329. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2439 |
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SB3129 SD2
SHPDA; Health Care Task Force; Hui Hoʻomana; Reports
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Establishes the Hui Hoʻomana Task Force within the State Health Planning and Development Agency to develop a comprehensive plan to provide universal access to equitable and affordable high-quality health care for state residents, including defining action plan items, setting timeline and deadline for each action item, and identifying resources required and funding options. Requires reports to the Legislature. Dissolves the Hui Hoʻomana Task Force on 7/1/2025. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/14/2024- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2440 |
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SB3130
Department of Health; Flavored Tobacco Products; Sale; Ban; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Bans the sale of all flavored tobacco products and mislabeled e-liquid products. Establishes positions and appropriates funds to enforce the ban. Repeals section 328J-11.5, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB2441 |
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SB3131
Cigarettes; Tobacco Products; Electronic Smoking Devices; Sales; County Preemption; Repeal
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Repeals section 328J-11.5, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB2442 |
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SB3132 SD1
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Primary Caregivers; Cultivation; Rules
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Repeals the sunset date of the authorization for primary caregivers to cultivate medical cannabis for their qualifying patients, subject to certain restrictions. Authorizes patient grow sites with more than five patients on land zoned for agricultural use. Requires the Department of Health to adopt administrative rules to conduct routine voluntary grow site inspections without law enforcement. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2443 |
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SB3133 SD1
DOH; Hemp Processors; Hemp; Fingerprinting; Criminal History Record Checks
RELATING TO CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD CHECKS.
Authorizes the Department of Health to conduct fingerprinting and criminal history record checks on applicants who apply for a permit to operate as a hemp processor. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA/AGR, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA/AGR, CPC, FIN |
HB2444 |
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SB3134
Department of Health; Cannabis and Manufactured Cannabis Products; Post-market Testing; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE TESTING OF CANNABIS AND MANUFACTURED CANNABIS PRODUCTS.
Requires the Department of Health to implement a post-market testing program to verify the labeling on cannabis and manufactured cannabis products and monitor the shelf lives of cannabis and manufactured cannabis products. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2445 |
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SB3135 SD1
Disabled Persons Parking
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Authorizes the Examiner of Drivers to suspend the driver's license of a person using a parking permit issued to a deceased person who was deceased when the permit was issued to obtain parking privileges. Provides that fifty per cent of any fine imposed for violating part III of chapter 291, HRS, is remitted to the law enforcement agency that issued the citation. Authorizes each county to enact ordinances to enforce the design and construction requirements for the provision of accessible parking spaces, including the establishment of penalties for failure to comply with the ordinances. Authorizes officials appointed by a county to enter the property of places of public accommodation to enforce violations of the county ordinances. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to TRN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
HB2446 |
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SB3136
Disability Travel Placard
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Establishes a travel placard to be issued to an existing permittee, allowing the person to park a vehicle at a Hawaii airport or port reserved accessible parking space and take the second placard for use at the travel destination. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/TCA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/TCA, JDC |
HB2447 |
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SB3137 SD2
DOH; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division; Child and Adolescent Mental Health; Services Plan
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS.
Clarifies and updates the responsibilities of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division of the Department of Health to reflect the current mental health systems of care to address the mental health needs of children and adolescents in the State. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to HLT/HUS, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT/HUS, FIN |
HB2448 |
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SB3138 SD1
DOH; Manufactured Hemp Product; Definition
RELATING TO MANUFACTURED HEMP PRODUCTS.
Clarifies that the definition of "manufactured hemp product" in section 328G-1, HRS, includes hemp products specified in rules adopted by the Department of Health pursuant to section 328G-4, HRS. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to AGR, CPC, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AGR, CPC |
HB2449 |
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SB3139 SD2 HD3 CD1
DOH; Crisis Intervention and Diversion Services Program; Mental Health Emergency Workers; Rules; Emergency Examination and Hospitalization; Crisis Intervention Officers; Transport; Designated Facilities
RELATING TO CRISIS SERVICES.
Establishes a Crisis Intervention and Diversion Services Program within the Department of Health to expand existing services to divert certain persons experiencing mental health disorders and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders to appropriate health care systems and services. Defines "mental health emergency worker". Requires the Department of Health to establish standards and rules for the designation of mental health emergency workers. With regards to emergency examination and hospitalization of persons who are deemed imminently dangerous to self or others, clarifies when a law enforcement officer may gain control of the person and the procedures the officer shall take to call for assistance from a mental health emergency worker; allows the person to be transported to facilities designated by the Director of Health in addition to licensed psychiatric facilities; and allows a person to be transported to a behavioral health crisis center designated by the Director of Health if a Crisis Intervention Officer has probable cause to believe that the person is imminently dangerous to self or others, as determined by a mental health emergency worker. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT/HUS, JHA, FIN |
HB2450 |
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SB3140
Mental Health; Fitness To Proceed; Examination via Telehealth; Behavioral Health Crisis Centers; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Authorizes examination of defendants via telehealth. Amends conditions for a defendant's release or examination of fitness to proceed. Authorizes the Department of Health to implement behavioral health crisis centers. Effective 7/1/2024. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB2451 |
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SB3141 SD2
DOH; AG; Mental Health; Judiciary; Assisted Community Treatment; Reports; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Health to track and publicly report certain data relating to crisis reports, emergency mental health transports, and court-ordered treatments. Requires the Department of Health to respond to reports about persons having severe mental illness who are in need of assistance, assess whether those persons may fulfill the criteria for assisted community treatment, and coordinate the process for an assisted community treatment order if indicated. Establishes that a court's denial of a petition for involuntary commitment shall serve as notification to the Department of Health that the person should be evaluated for assisted community treatment. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Health for software and data collection and publication. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Health for statewide education and training on policies related to emergency examination and hospitalization and assisted community treatment. Repeals the sunset date of Act 111, SLH 2017, which allows a patient who has been involuntarily committed to a psychiatric facility to be ordered to receive treatment over the patient's objection. Declares that the appropriations exceed the general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to HLT/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT/JHA, FIN |
HB2452 |
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SB3142 SD2 HD1
DOH; Drinking Water Treatment Revolving Loan Fund; Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund; Transfers
RELATING TO WATER INFRASTRUCTURE.
Authorizes the Governor or a state official with authorization from the Governor to transfer federal capitalization grant funds between the Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund and the Drinking Water Treatment Revolving Loan Fund, in accordance with title 40 Code of Federal Regulations section 35.3530(c). Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/18/2024- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 694). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL/EEP, FIN |
HB2453 |
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SB3143 SD1
DOH; Emergency Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
Makes an emergency appropriation for asbestos remediation to temporarily relocate Department of Health offices and begin preliminary planning for the redevelopment of the Kinau Hale site. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
HB2454 |
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SB3144
Private Security Contracts; Department of Law Enforcement; Department of Defense; Department of Health; Department of Human Services
RELATING TO PRIVATE SECURITY CONTRACTS.
Effective January 1, 2024, transfers the responsibility and management of certain private security contracts from the Department of Law Enforcement to the Department of Defense, the Department of Health, and the Department of Human Services for their respective facilities. |
(S)
1/30/2024- Re-Referred to PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2455 |
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SB3145
Uniform Controlled Substances Act; Amendments
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE ACT.
Updates chapter 329, HRS, to make it consistent with amendments in the Federal Controlled Substances Act as required under section 329-11, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2456 |
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SB3146
Department of Law Enforcement; Positions; Accreditation; Exemption
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Expands the requirements of section 353C-9, HRS, to require the Department of Law Enforcement to pursue and obtain accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. for all divisions and sections within the Department of Law Enforcement. Establishes five CALEA coordinator positions, exempt from civil service, within the Department of Law Enforcement to ensure the department meets and maintains the standards set by the Law Enforcement Standards Board and accreditation of the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB2457 |
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SB3147 SD1
Department of Law Enforcement; Subpoena Powers
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Clarifies that the Director of Law Enforcement has authority to issue subpoenas as part of the investigative powers of the Department of Law Enforcement. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2458 |
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SB3148
Illegal Fireworks; Enforcement
RELATING TO ILLEGAL FIREWORKS.
Amends chapter 132D, HRS, to strengthen county and state agencies' ability to address the illegal use of fireworks in Hawaii. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB2459 |
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SB3149
Homeland Security; Uniform Information Practices; Critical Infrastructure Information
RELATING TO HOMELAND SECURITY.
Enhances sharing of critical infrastructure information between infrastructure owners and operators and the state government. Defines and protects "critical infrastructure information" that is crucial for direct support of the security and resilience of the State of Hawaii. Provides homeland security partners reassurance that their proprietary information provided to the State of Hawaii government will be protected from disclosure. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2460 |
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SB3150
Homeland Security; Cybersecurity, Economic, Education, and Infrastructure Security Coordinator; DLE
RELATING TO HOMELAND SECURITY.
Establishes the Cybersecurity, Economic, Education, and Infrastructure Security Coordinator within the Department of Law Enforcement. Amends sections 76-16 and 128A-3, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
HB2461 |
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SB3151
Electronic Prescription Accountability System
RELATING TO THE ELECTRONIC PRESCRIPTION ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM.
Updates section 329-104(c), HRS, to clarify who may access information stored in the electronic prescription accountability system. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/PSM, CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/PSM, CPN |
HB2462 |
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SB3152 SD1
Wage and Hour Law; Employee; Guaranteed Compensation; Employer Recordkeeping
RELATING TO THE WAGE AND HOUR LAW.
Repeals the categorical exclusion of employees who receive a guaranteed compensation totaling $2,000 or more a month from the protections under Hawaii's Wage and Hour Law. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2463 |
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SB3153 SD2 HD1 CD1
Dam and Appurtenances; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DAM AND APPURTENANCE IMPROVEMENT OR REMOVAL GRANT PROGRAM.
Establishes the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program Special Fund to receive moneys for the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program. Appropriates funds into and out of the Special Fund for the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
HB2464 |
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SB3154 SD1 HD1 CD1
Archaeological Activities; Penalties
RELATING TO REGULATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES.
Clarifies that failure to comply with approved mitigation commitments, conduct an archaeological inventory survey, or comply with other administrative requirements pertaining to archaeology approved by the Department of Land and Natural Resources shall result in civil and administrative violations. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA |
HB2465 |
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SB3155
Beach and Water Safety Task Force; Risk Assessment Working Group
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND LIABILITY.
Abolishes the Task Force on Beach and Water Safety and the Risk Assessment Working Group. Requires the design and placement of warning signs, devices, and systems to be approved by the Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources for state beach parks and the county mayors for county beach parks. |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/PSM, JDC |
HB2466 |
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SB3156 SD1
Public Land Leases; Rent Credit; Sunset Provision
RELATING TO RENT CREDITS FOR DEMOLITION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COSTS ON PUBLIC LAND LEASES.
Repeals the sunset provision of Act 222, SLH 2021, to allow the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve rent credits for demolition and infrastructure costs for public land leases beyond the currently scheduled sunset date of June 30, 2026. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2467 |
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SB3157 SD2 HD2 CD1
Public Land; Leases; Direct Negotiation; Commercial Use; Industrial Use
RELATING TO DIRECT NEGOTIATION FOR PUBLIC LAND LEASES.
Authorizes disposition of public land leases by direct negotiation for commercial or industrial use on parcels of up to five acres. Repeals 6/30/2029. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB2468 |
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SB3158 SD1
DLNR; Public Land; Lease Terms and Conditions; Lease Extensions
RELATING TO UPDATING PUBLIC LAND LEASES ISSUED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 171, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Requires that lease extensions approved by the Board of Land and Natural Resources be drafted on forms that reflect contemporary leasing practices and policies of the Board, and which shall control over conflicting or inconsistent provisions in the lease being extended. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2469 |
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SB3159 SD1 HD1
Administrative Procedure; Contested Cases; Vexatious Litigants
RELATING TO CONTESTED CASES.
Clarifies that a contested case hearing is not required for matters that are identical or arising from the same factual situation as another administrative matter that has been finally adjudicated. Includes administrative contested case proceedings within the scope of the vexatious litigant statute. Effective 4/14/2112. (HD1) |
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4/23/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-24-24 1:35PM; Conference Room 325. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2470 |
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SB3160 SD1
DLNR; Public Land; Inspections
RELATING TO INSPECTIONS ON PUBLIC LAND.
Establishes a statutory framework for inspections of public land leases, licenses, and revocable permits by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
HB2471 |
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SB3161
Threatened Species License; Administrative Rules
RELATING TO THE CONSERVATION OF THREATENED SPECIES.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to issue temporary threatened species licenses and draft administrative rules for the conservation of threatened species. |
(S)
2/5/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/AEN, JDC |
HB2472 |
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SB3162
Conservation Banks; Conservation In-Lieu Fee Mitigation
RELATING TO CONSERVATION MITIGATION PROGRAMS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to operate and approve conservation bank and conservation in-lieu fee mitigation programs. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, WAM |
HB2473 |
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SB3163
Ocean Recreation Equipment; Interim Administrative Rules
RELATING TO OCEAN RECREATION EQUIPMENT.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to issue interim administrative rules to quickly regulate the use of ocean recreation equipment, especially new and emerging ocean recreation technologies, in state ocean waters until long-term administrative rules can be implemented. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC |
HB2474 |
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SB3164
Commercial Ocean Activity; Advertisements and Offers
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL OCEAN ACTIVITY.
Includes advertisements and offers in the definition of "commercial activity" as used in chapter 200, HRS. Provides that advertisements or offers for commercial activity are prima facie evidence that the owner disseminated or directed dissemination of such advertisements or offers. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL/CPN, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL/CPN, JDC |
HB2475 |
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SB3165
Ocean Recreation Management Areas; Commercial Ocean Activity
RELATING TO OCEAN RECREATION MANAGEMENT.
Designates all ocean waters of the State within 3,000 feet from shore as ocean recreation management areas (ORMAs). Prohibits commercial activity in ORMAs unless authorized by use permit. Prohibits commercial activities in ORMAs on weekends and state and federal holidays unless authorized by the Board of Land and Natural Resources. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, CPN/JDC |
HB2476 |
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SB3166
Ocean Recreation Commercial Use Permits; Unsealed Public Auction
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL OCEAN RECREATION OPERATIONS.
Specifies that the Department of Land and Natural Resources can issue new ocean recreation commercial use permits by unsealed public auction. Revises provisions relating to boating and ocean recreation fees and permits. Specifies how commercial use permits may be issued where a permit limit has been exceeded. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC/WAM |
HB2477 |
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SB3167 SD1 HD1
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission; Compact
RELATING TO THE PACIFIC MARINE FISHERIES COMPACT.
Authorizes the Governor to execute a compact on behalf of the State to cooperate in the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. Establishes procedures for selection and succession of commissioners. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB2478 |
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SB3168 SD1
DLNR; Taking of Marine Deposits Seaward of the Shoreline
RELATING TO THE TAKING OF MARINE DEPOSITS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to approve permits for research, education, management, or propagation purposes that include the taking of sand, dead coral, coral rubble, rocks, soil, and other marine deposits seaward of the shoreline. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/28/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WTL, JDC |
HB2479 |
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SB3169
Apostilles; Certifications; Fees; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CERTIFICATION OF DOCUMENTS.
Establishes the Apostilles and Certifications Special Fund. Requires the Office of the Lieutenant Governor to set a fee for the issuance of an apostille or a non-apostille certification by administrative rules. Appropriates funds into and out of the special fund. |
(S)
2/13/2024- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
HB2480 |
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SB3170 SD1
Time Share; Commissioners of Deeds; Repeal
RELATING TO TIME SHARE COMMISSIONERS OF DEEDS.
Repeals the Time Share Commissioners of Deeds. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/28/2024- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, JDC |
HB2481 |
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SB3171
Sunshine Law; Public Meetings; Public Notice
RELATING TO MEETING NOTICES.
Mandates the Office of the Lieutenant Governor or the appropriate county clerk's office to ensure access to paper or electronic copies of all meeting notices and deletes the requirement to post notices in a central location in a public building. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2482 |
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SB3172
Corrections and Rehabilitation; Department of the Attorney General Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center; Background Checks
RELATING TO CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD CHECKS.
Authorizes the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to search criminal histories and fingerprint records of current and prospective volunteers and purchase of service contracted and subcontracted service providers and their employees who are directly involved in providing correctional programs, treatment, and services to persons committed to a correctional facility or places them in close proximity to persons committed when providing services on behalf of the Department or the correctional facility. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2483 |
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SB3173
Conformity to the Internal Revenue Code for 2023; Income Tax; Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax
RELATING TO CONFORMITY TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Conforms Hawaii income and estate and generation-skipping transfer tax laws to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended as of December 31, 2023. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
HB2484 |
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SB3174 SD1
Fees; Tax Clearances; Collection of Rental Payments by Third Party; Unfair Competition Penalty; General Excise Tax; Transient Accommodations Tax
RELATING TO STATE TAX ADMINISTRATION.
Eliminates an obsolete fee for a certified copy of a tax clearance. Adds a penalty for failure to comply with reporting requirements under general excise tax law and transient accommodations tax law for collection of rent by a third party. Raises the unfair competition penalty under general excise tax law to adjust for inflation. Takes effect 1/1/2025. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2485 |
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SB3175 SD1
Tax Enforcement; Subpoena Powers
RELATING TO TAX ENFORCEMENT.
Authorizes the Department of Taxation to serve administrative subpoenas outside the State. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2486 |
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SB3176 SD1 HD1
Tax Enforcement; Audits; Time to Respond; Failure to Respond; Appeals
RELATING TO TAX ENFORCEMENT.
Provides deadlines for taxpayers under audit to comply with demands to produce documents and evidence. Requires the Tax Appeal Court to preclude documents or evidence not produced pursuant to a demand from being introduced in evidence in a tax appeal or action unless the failure was due to reasonable cause. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/25/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 1:00PM; Conference Room 309. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2487 |
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SB3177 SD1
Taxation Board of Review; Chairperson.
RELATING TO THE TAXATION BOARD OF REVIEW.
Amends the minimum qualifications for the Chairperson of the Taxation Board of Review. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2488 |
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SB3178
Department of Taxation; Senior Software Developers; Civil Service; Exemptions
RELATING TO TAX ADMINISTRATION.
Permanently exempts senior software developers in the Department of Taxation from civil service. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2489 |
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SB3179
DOT; Harbor Improvements; Capital Advancement Contracts; Report
RELATING TO CAPITAL ADVANCEMENT CONTRACTS.
Increases the caps for the total contract value for any one capital advancement contract (CAC) and the total aggregate value of CACs in a fiscal year entered into by the Department of Transportation with private parties for harbor improvements and adds reporting requirements for the department. |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, WAM |
HB2490 |
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SB3180
Commercial Driver's Licenses Violations; Federal Penalties; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Amends sections 286-234 and 286-249, HRS, to adopt federal penalties for commercial driver's license violations. |
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1/26/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, JDC |
HB2491 |
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SB3181
Commercial Driver's Licenses; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Revises sections 286-239 and 286-240, HRS, to meet new federal regulations for commercial driver's licenses when the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse prohibits a driver from operating a commercial vehicle due to alcohol and drug violations. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, JDC |
HB2492 |
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SB3182
Commercial Driver's License; Restrictions
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Creates two new commercial driver's license (CDL) restrictions. The "R" restriction is for drivers who pass the skills test on Lanai or Molokai and are limited to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMV) on those islands only. The "Q" restriction is for CDL holders who pass the skills test with a CMV that is 18,000 pounds or less gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA, JDC |
HB2493 |
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SB3183 SD2 HD2
Department of Transportation; Electric Vehicles; State Mileage Based Road User Fee; County Mileage-Based Road User Fee
RELATING TO ROAD USAGE CHARGE PROGRAM.
Beginning 7/1/2025, establishes a county mileage-based road usage charge for electric vehicles. Clarifies the collection and disposition of funds of the state and county mileage-based road usage charges. Establishes the maximum state mileage-based road usage charge at $50 until 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/26/2024- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-26-24 5:45 PM; CR 224. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
HB2494 |
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SB3184 SD1
DLE; Emergency Procurement Pilot Program; Public Property; Repairs; Equipment Failures; Government Services; Reports
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Establishes a three-year pilot program that allows the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct emergency procurement in certain districts under certain circumstances. Requires reports to the Legislature. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
HB2495 |
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SB3185 SD1
Methods of Source Selection; Alternative Procurement; and Government Services
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amends chapter 103D, HRS, to add to part III a new section allowing an alternative procurement method when the federal government provides for or approves the alternative procurement method, and the head of the purchasing agency makes a written determination that it is neither practicable nor advantageous to use the existing statutory procurement methods. Amends sections 103D-102(b)(4) and 103D-102(b)(4)(L), HRS, to exempt certain construction procurement from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code when it is neither practicable nor advantageous to the State. Amends section 103D-301, HRS, methods of source selection, to add the alternative procurement method. Amends section 103D-405, HRS, to allow the Chief Procurement Officer to provide a waiver for certain outside contractors that participated in the development of a solicitation package that would otherwise be precluded from bidding on or receiving a contract. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
HB2496 |
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SB3186
Pupil Transportation Safety
RELATING TO PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
Amends sections 286-102 and 286-181, HRS, to allow the exemptions to include use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for the school bus services, which may not meet school bus regulations but which shall otherwise meet vehicle requirements and qualifications set forth in chapter 19-143, Hawaii Administrative Rules, to the extent required by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Education, with the Department of Education providing Department of Education adult staff chaperone escorts of students while students are being transported between designated locations off-campus and designated locations on-campus. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to TCA/EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TCA/EDU, WAM |
HB2497 |
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SB3187
University of Hawaii; Residence for Tuition Purposes
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII RESIDENT TUITION FEE.
Requires the tuition residency rules for the University of Hawaii to grant the resident tuition fee for enrollment at any University of Hawaii campus to individuals who have graduated from a Hawaii high school and are enrolling in an undergraduate degree program, under certain conditions. |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HRE, WAM |
HB2498 |
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SB3188
University of Hawaii; Procurement
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Removes the repeal and reenactment in Act 8, Special Session Laws of Hawaii 2021, to maintain the authority of the President of the University of Hawaii to act as the University of Hawaiiꞌs chief procurement officer. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HRE/GVO, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HRE/GVO, WAM |
HB2499 |
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SB3189 SD1
UH; Conference Center; Revolving Fund; Repeal
RELATING TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CONFERENCE CENTER REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes the University of Hawaii Conference Center Revolving Fund and accounts under the fund to facilitate the administration of the revolving fund for conference center programs among various campuses and operating units of the University of Hawaii System. Repeals the Conference Center Revolving Fund for conference center programs conducted by the University of Hawaii at Hilo. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HRE, WAM |
HB2500 |
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SB3190 SD1
UH; Workers' Compensation; Reporting Requirements; Repeal
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
Repeals the reporting requirement to identify the cost impacts to the State of providing workers' compensation coverage for University of Hawaii students. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HRE/LBT, WAM |
HB2501 |
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SB3191 SD1 HD2 CD1
UH; Technology Transfer; Sunset Repeal
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Permanently authorizes the University of Hawaii to continue to regulate conflicts of interest and other ethical issues for technology transfer activities sponsored by the University of Hawaii. Takes effect 6/29/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HET, JHA, FIN |
HB2502 |
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SB3192 SD1 HD1 CD1
UH; Innovation and Commercialization; Sunset Repeal
RELATING TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII RESEARCH.
Makes permanent the Innovation and Commercialization Initiative Program established within the University of Hawaii. Takes effect 6/29/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HET, FIN |
HB2503 |
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SB3193
Cigarette Tax; Cancer Research Special Fund
RELATING TO CIGARETTE TAXES.
Increases the cigarette tax and amends the cigarette tax disposition of revenues by allocating the increase in the cigarette tax amount to the Hawaii cancer research special fund. |
(S)
1/26/2024- Referred to HHS/HRE, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/HRE, WAM |
HB2504 |
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SB3194 SD2 HD1
PUC; Retail Wheeling; Renewable Energy; Clean Electricity; Report
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Authorizes independent generators of renewable energy to wheel the renewable electricity they produce to users of renewable energy under policies and procedures established by the Public Utilities Commission, should the Public Utilities Commission determine through an investigatory docket that retail wheeling is in the public interest. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/4/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, LEE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Inouye |
EEP, CPC |
HB2098 |
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SB3195 SD2 HD1
Renewable Energy; Renewable Energy Producer; Public Land Leases; Direct Negotiation
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Expands the definition of "renewable energy producer" that is used to determine the Board of Land and Natural Resources' disposition of public lands by direct negotiation to renewable energy producers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, KIDANI, LEE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2020 |
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SB3196 SD1
Firearms; Assault Pistols; Assault Weapon Attachments; .50 Caliber Rifles; Magazine Capacity; Prohibition
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Amends the prohibition on certain assault weapons to include .50 caliber rifles and assault weapon attachments. Modernizes the prohibition on assault pistols to include pistols with one or more prohibited feature. Prohibits firearms other than pistols with a detachable magazine with over a twenty round capacity. Prohibits persons from bringing or causing to be brought into the State a .50 caliber rifle or assault weapon attachment. Prohibits the sale or transfer of a .50 caliber rifle or assault weapon attachment in the State, unless the .50 caliber rifle or assault weapon attachment is sold or transferred to an authorized individual. Creates exceptions for the acquisition and possession of prohibited firearms for members of law enforcement and the military. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD1) |
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3/7/2024- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
WAKAI, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Moriwaki |
JHA |
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SB3197 SD1
Stadium Authority; Stadium Facility; Convention Center Facility; Billboards; Advertising; Exemption; Naming Rights
RELATING TO ADVERTISING.
Exempts billboards and outdoor advertising devices displayed with authorization of the Stadium Authority within the stadium facility, including outdoor advertising devices for naming the stadium facility under certain conditions. Exempts outdoor advertising devices displayed with authorization of the Hawaii Tourism Authority in or on the Convention Center facility, including outdoor advertising devices for naming the Convention Center facility under certain conditions. Exempts outdoor advertising devices for the stadium facility and the Convention Center facility from regulation by the counties, including outdoor advertising devices for naming the stadium facility and Convention Center facility. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/27/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Inouye |
EET, CPN |
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SB3198 SD1
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Department of Defense; Civil Air Patrol; Civilian Auxiliary Aviation Services; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CIVIL AIR PATROL.
Appropriates funds for civilian auxiliary aviation services performed by the civil air patrol. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI |
PSM, WAM |
HB2241 |
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SB3199
CIP; 16th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SIXTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 16th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE |
WAM |
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SB3200
DOH; Smoking; Smoking Sensor; Rebate Program; Hawaii Tobacco Prevention and Control Trust Fund
RELATING TO SMOKING.
Establishes under the Department of Health a Smoking Sensor Rebate Program, which offers a rebate for installation of smoking sensors to detect smoking within smoking-prohibited areas. |
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2/14/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
FUKUNAGA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, RHOADS, Ihara |
HHS, WAM/CPN |
HB2276 |
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SB3201
Department of Health; Multifamily Housing; Accessibility; Modifications; Grant Program; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO ACCESSIBLE HOUSING.
Establishes the multifamily housing accessibility modifications grant program to facilitate the installation of accessibility modifications in certain properties. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/HOU, WAM. |
CHANG |
HHS/HOU, WAM |
HB2571 |
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SB3202 SD2 HD1 CD1
Counties; Zoning; Accessory Dwelling Units; Urban District; Subdivision; Consolidation; Resubdivision; Parcels; Residentially Zoned Lots; Impact Fees Assessment; Calculation
RELATING TO URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Part I: Requires the counties, no later than 12/31/2026, to adopt or amend an ordinance to allow at least two accessory dwelling units, subject to certain restrictions, on all residentially zoned lots. Prohibits private covenants for residentially zoned lots within an urban district from limiting the number of accessory dwelling units below the amount allowed pursuant to State law or the long-term rental of residential units. Part II: Requires any administrative authority to act on any application for subdivision, consolidation, or resubdivision for certain parcels to be vested in the director of the county agency responsible for land use or another county officer. Part III: Amends the calculation of impact fees for certain developments. (CD1) |
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5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG |
HSG/WAL/JHA |
HB1630 |
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SB3203
Sunshine Law; Legislative Intent; Boards; Definitions; Permitted Interactions; Limited Meetings; Board Packets; Minutes; Exceptions
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS AND RECORDS.
Enables boards to operate more effectively by amending sections of the Sunshine Law pertaining to the declaration of policy and intent, permitted interactions of members, limited meetings, executive meetings, exceptions, board packets, and minutes. Amends the definition of the term "meeting". |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to GVO, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, JDC |
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SB3204
Condominiums; Retaliation; Prohibition
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Prohibits retaliatory actions against a unit owner, board member, managing agent, resident manager, or association employee who takes lawful action in an effort to address, prevent, or stop a violation of the condominium law, the governing documents of the association, or any law, ordinance, rule, regulation, or code that impacts the association. Allows a unit owner, board member, managing agent, resident manager, or association employee to bring a civil action for retaliation in the district court or circuit court, whichever is appropriate, to allege a violation. Provides a claimant that brings a civil action for retaliation in the circuit court with the right to a jury trial. Prohibits an association from using association funds or reserves in a manner that would be considered retaliation in any lawsuit against a unit owner. |
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1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
MORIWAKI |
CPN, JDC |
HB2701 |
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SB3205
DCCA; Condominiums; Condominium Associations; Ombudsman's Office; Dispute Intervention; Complaints and Enforcement Officers; Intake Specialists; Condominium Education Trust Fund; Ombudsman's Office Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS.
Establishes the Ombudsman's Office for condominium associations within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes the Ombudsman's Office Special Fund. Requires condominium association board members to meet certain educational requirements through classes offered by the Ombudsman. Updates the Condominium Property Act to integrate the role and functions of the ombudsman's office for condominium associations. Appropriates funds for establishment of the Ombudsman's Office. Effective 1/1/2025. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2680 |
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SB3206
DCCA; Condominiums Associations; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Planned Community Associations; Ombudsman's Office; Dispute Intervention; Complaints and Enforcement Officers; Intake Specialists; Condominium Education Trust Fund; Ombudsman’s Office Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATED TO HOUSING.
Establishes an ombudsman's office for homeowner associations within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Office of Consumer Protection. Establishes an Ombudsman's Office Special Fund. Requires board members of condominium associations, cooperative housing corporations, and planned community associations to meet certain educational requirements through classes offered by the ombudsman. Updates statutes relating to condominium associations, cooperative housing corporations, and planned community associations to integrate the role and functions of the ombudsman's office for homeowner associations. Appropriates funds for establishment of the ombudsman's office. Effective 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC. |
MORIWAKI |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2681 |
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SB3207 SD2 HD1 CD1
Department of Education; Superintendent; Salary Cap
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Removes the salary cap of the Superintendent of Education. Makes permanent the annual performance evaluation requirements for the Superintendent of Education. Takes effect 6/29/2024. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Richards, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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SB3208
RCUH; UH; Purpose; Powers; Exemptions; Contracts for Services
RELATING TO THE RESEARCH CORPORATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Clarifies the purpose of the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii and that its undertakings shall be limited to acts that are reasonably necessary to carry out its purpose. Repeals the requirement that the University of Hawaii contract with the Research Corporation when the University determines that other various agencies cannot more effectively or efficiently accomplish certain research and training activities. Grandfathers existing Research Corporation contracts and requires new contracts be subject to new limitations. Limits the scope of the special account the Research Corporation is authorized to establish. Requires revolving accounts to follow University of Hawaii Administrative Procedure 12.204. Limits internal service orders and revolving accounts of the Research Corporation that use University intramural and extramural funds to certain projects and requires biannual reports to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM/JDC. |
KIM, DECOITE, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, Kidani, Wakai |
HRE, WAM/JDC |
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SB3209 SD1
UH; College of Education; Expanded Teacher Cohort Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Education for the establishment of seven full-time equivalent (7.0 FTE) positions and additional program costs for the expanded teacher cohort program to fulfill the requirements of Act 141, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Moriwaki |
HRE, WAM |
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SB3210
School Bus Contracts; Licensing
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires Department of Education school bus contracts to include provisions that require contractors to prioritize the use of motor vehicles that do not require those drivers to hold a commercial driver's license. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2280 |
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SB3211
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Landlord Obligations; Locks
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Requires landlords to change or rekey all locks to a residential property before the tenant's date of initial occupancy for any lease period of six months or longer. Provides a grace period of thirty days after the tenant's date of initial occupancy. |
(S)
2/20/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPN |
HB2094 |
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SB3212
DOT; Public Lands; Real Property; Acquisition; Disposition
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to acquire any real, personal, or mixed property for immediate or future use; own, hold, improve, rehabilitate, sell, assign, exchange, transfer, convey, lease, or dispose of any real, personal, or mixed property acquired; and acquire by condemnation real property for immediate or future use. Amends the definition of "public lands" to exclude lands to which the Department of Transportation holds title. Authorizes the Department of Transportation to directly acquire any real property for its purposes. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA/WTL, WAM. |
KANUHA |
TCA/WTL, WAM |
HB1932 |
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SB3213
DHHL; Transient Accommodations Tax; Affordable Housing
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Requires one per cent of the transient accommodations tax be allocated to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for the purposes of building affordable housing for individuals on the DHHL waiting list. |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
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SB3214
CIP; 11th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ELEVENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 11th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
FUKUNAGA |
WAM |
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SB3215
High Deductible Health Plans; Health Savings Accounts; Insurance
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Authorizes the issuance of employer-sponsored high deductible health plans under certain conditions. Requires maintenance of health savings accounts in conjunction with high deductible health plans. Specifies that employers and insurers that buy or sell high deductible health plans remain subject to the Prepaid Health Care Act. Repeals 06/30/2029. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
FUKUNAGA |
LBT/HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB3216
Dangerous Weapons; Butterfly Knives; Exemption; Cultural Practitioners; Martial Arts
RELATING TO DANGEROUS WEAPONS.
Exempts cultural practitioners of martial arts from the prohibition of and penalty against butterfly knives; provided that evidence of instructor certification is provided. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
AQUINO |
PSM, JDC |
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SB3217
Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; Base Composite Monthly Contributions; Adjustment
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
Requires the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund base composite monthly contribution to be adjusted annually beginning 1/1/2025 by increasing the contribution in effect on 1/1/2024 by 5.2 per cent, and thereafter based on the changes in Medicare part B premiums for the previous plan year. |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
AQUINO |
LGO, FIN |
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SB3218 SD1
Special Number Plates; Malama Puuloa; Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to commemorate Malama Puuloa. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO |
TCA, WAM |
HB2715 |
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SB3219
HLRB; Public Employment; Orientation; Complaint
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
Allows a newly hired public employee to file a complaint with the Hawaii Labor Relations Board if the employee is not provided, within 20 calendar days of being hired, a general orientation on the employee's benefits and rights, or if the exclusive representative who represents the employee is not permitted to attend and present information at the employee's general orientation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC. |
AQUINO |
LBT, JDC |
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SB3220 SD2 HD2 CD1
PUC; DOT; Motor Carrier Law; Enforcement; Transfer
RELATING TO MOTOR CARRIERS.
Transfers the enforcement of the Motor Carrier Law from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Makes conforming amendments. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
AQUINO |
CPC, FIN |
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SB3221
Gift Reporting; Standards of Conduct; State Ethics Commission; Legislators
RELATING TO GIFTS.
Decreases the gift value amount required for legislators, employees, and their spouses and dependent children to file a gifts disclosure statement with the State Ethics Commission. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC. |
IHARA |
JDC |
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SB3222
Hawaii Nonprofit Corporations Act; Meetings; Notice; Address; Repeal
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS ACT.
Repeals the requirement that a corporation's list of members entitled to notice of a meeting include the members' addresses. |
(S)
2/20/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
IHARA |
CPN |
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SB3223
Legislative Vacancies; Appointment; Governor; Rank Choice Voting Method
RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE VACANCIES.
Allows vacancies in the Senate and House of Representatives to be filled by an appointee without selection by the Governor from a list of three prospective appointees if the appointee was selected by the political party by unanimous vote using the rank choice voting method. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC. |
IHARA |
JDC |
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SB3224
Adult Residential Care Homes; Department of Human Services; Medicaid; Med-QUEST; State Supplemental Payments; Adult Foster Homes; Adult Day Programs; Adult Day Care Centers; Adult Day Health Centers; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CARE HOMES.
Beginning on 7/1/2024, requires that the state supplemental payment for type 1 adult residential care homes, licensed developmental disabilities domiciliary homes, community care foster family homes, and certified adult foster homes not exceed $767. Beginning on 7/1/2024, requires the state supplemental payment for type II adult residential care homes not exceed $875. Beginning on 7/1/2024, requires that the state supplemental payment for adult day care centers and adult day health centers not exceed $63.06 and $87.21 per diem, respectively. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
HHS, WAM |
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SB3225
DLIR; DOE; Healthcare Workforce Development; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations and Department of Education to support healthcare workforce development programs, specifically the public high school healthcare workforce certificate program and glidepath program for certified nurse aides. Requires these appropriations to be matched using a state-to-private-funds ratio of 3:1. Appropriates moneys to renovate and equip certain public high school classrooms to be used for healthcare training. Declares that the appropriations exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to LBT/EDU, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
LBT/EDU, WAM |
HB1827 |
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SB3226 SD1 HD1
Administrative Procedure; Business; Permits; Review
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE.
Provides that a maximum time period to grant or deny a business or development-related permit, license, or approval shall only apply if a request for a contested case has not been filed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/16/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 737). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2656 |
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SB3227
Housing; Zoning; Religious Institutions; Educational Institutions; Medical Institutions; Nonprofit Organizations
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Allows religious, educational, and medical institutions to build residential units on lands zoned for residential or commercial use within the urban state land use district, under certain conditions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HOU/PSM/WTL, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG |
HOU/PSM/WTL, WAM |
HB2212 |
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SB3228
AG; DOH; DHS; Reorganization; Environmental Protection; Public Health; Health Delivery Services; Report
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Requires the Office of the Attorney General to identify all administrative rules, statutory provisions, accounts, special funds, and other legal provisions that require amendment to redesignate the Department of Health as the Department of Environmental Protection and Public Health and transfer responsibility for certain health delivery services from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC/HHS, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
JDC/HHS, WAM |
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SB3229 SD1
Insurance Commissioner; Working Group; Risk Transfer Market Mechanisms; Report; Additional Living Expenses Coverage
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Establishes a working group to identify, assess, and recommend certain risk transfer market mechanisms. Establishes requirements for insurers relating to claims for additional living expenses under homeowners insurance policies, including situations where losses are incurred during a state of emergency. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB3230 SD1
Insurance Division; DCCA; UH; Insurance; Ratemaking; Regulations; Physical Risk Model; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Makes an appropriation for the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii, to procure expertise and develop a physical risk model to assess risk in the State for insurance ratemaking and regulatory purposes. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
CPN/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB3231
HHFDC; B+F; Lahaina Bank; Financial Institution; Lahaina Community Preservation Fund; Distressed Property Program; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE LAHAINA BANK.
Establishes the Lahaina Bank and Lahaina Community Preservation Fund. Directs the Lahaina Bank to administer the Lahaina Community Preservation Fund. Directs the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to establish and operate an interim purchase program for distressed properties encumbered by problematic mortgages, insurance short-falls, and other issues caused by the August 2023 Lahaina fire and that require an owner to sell their distressed property until the Lahaina Bank is operational. Authorizes the Director of the Department of Budget and Finance to issue general obligation bonds, the proceeds of which shall be deposited with the Lahaina Bank. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/HOU/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
CPN/HOU/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB3232
Department of Education; Teacher Loans; Loan Forgiveness; Teacher Incentives; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER LOANS.
Establishes a teacher loan program to encourage individuals to become teachers in hard-to-fill positions of Department of Education schools. Allows a loan to be forgiven for teachers who become a licensed teacher in Hawaii or for teachers who will commit to teach for seven years at a Hawaii public school or public charter school. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Keohokalole, Kidani, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2572 |
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SB3233
Professional Land Surveyors; Statute of Repose
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS.
Establishes a statute of repose for land surveyors, after which time a complaint cannot be made. |
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1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
HB2148 |
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SB3234 SD1 HD2
Property Insurance; HHRF; HPIA; Condominiums; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling
RELATING TO THE STABILIZATION OF PROPERTY INSURANCE.
Amends the laws relating to the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund and Hawaii Property Insurance Association by: imposing a different transient accommodation tax rate for transient vacation rentals, a property insurance surcharge on conveyance tax, and a temporary property insurance stabilization fee on real property transactions to capitalize the Hawaii Property Insurance Association and Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund; expanding the statutory authorization for the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to issue property insurance for certain condominiums and amending the designated geographic area eligible for coverage to specifically include lava zones 1 and 2; mandating that the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund and Hawaii Property Insurance Association be insurers of last resort; requiring Hawaii Property Insurance Association member insurers and licensed property and casualty insurers to recoup assessment costs paid into the Hawaii Property Insurance Association and the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund through a surcharge on premiums; requiring coverage limits and deductibles and fund capitalization amounts for licensed property and casualty insurers to be established in a plan of operation for the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund, subject to approval by the Insurance Commissioner; and reinstating the special mortgage recording fee to capitalize the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund. Appropriates moneys as a loan to the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund to assist it in becoming sufficiently capitalized and other purposes. Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates bond revenues as a loan to the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund to assist it in becoming sufficiently capitalized and other purposes. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/22/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 791). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
CPC, FIN |
HB2686 |
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SB3235 SD1
Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority; Solar Hui Program; Solar Hui Investment Fund; Loans; Solar Energy Systems; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Establishes the Solar Hui Program to allow multi-family residential property owners to invest into a Solar Hui Investment Fund to provide loans to low- and moderate-income households to install solar energy systems. Establishes the Solar Hui Program Fund Manager position. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EET, WAM |
HB2685 |
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SB3236 HD1 CD1
Land Trust Act; Beneficial Designation
RELATING TO THE LAND TRUST ACT.
Clarifies that if no personal property designation appears in a recorded instrument, the interests of the beneficiaries shall be real property. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, SHIMABUKURO |
JHA, FIN |
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SB3237 SD2 HD2
DOA; Invasive Species; Pests; Taxa; Control and Eradication; Quarantine; Plant Nursery Licensing; Noxious Weeds
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to designate certain species as pests, and periodically update taxa designated as pests, for control or eradication and develop and implement a control or eradication program for each designated pest but, if the Department fails to do so, authorizes the applicable county to develop or implement the program. Establishes a plant nursery licensing program to regulate the sale of nursery stock. Prohibits the import of any material infested or infected with a pest or that is a pest unless imported under an appropriate permit or compliance agreement and amends the Department of Agriculture's authority to impose other limits on imports and transportation. Amends the method by which the Board of Agriculture makes and updates noxious weed designations and clarifies responsibilities for the control or eradication of noxious weeds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/22/2024- Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Wakai |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
HB2758 |
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SB3238
Aquaculture Investment Tax Credit
RELATING TO THE AQUACULTURE INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024, provides an aquaculture investment tax credit for investments into a qualified aquaculture business. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3239 SD2 HD1
Office of Wellness and Resilience; Medical Debt Forgiveness; Working Group; Report to Legislature
RELATING TO MEDICAL DEBT.
Requires the Office of Wellness and Resilience to establish a Medical Debt Forgiveness Working Group to study the feasibility of developing, implementing, and executing a program for the State to acquire and forgive outstanding medical debt of Hawaii residents. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/22/2024- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
LEE |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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SB3240
HSEO; Infrastructure Resiliency; Maui Infrastructure Resiliency Revolving Fund; Pilot Program; Barrel Tax
RELATING TO INFRASTRUCTURE.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to establish a five-year pilot program to work with other public infrastructure agencies to ensure rebuilt Maui infrastructure is more resilient, provide for resiliency hubs at critical emergency infrastructure sites in Maui, and develop replicable models for other communities. Establishes the Maui Infrastructure Resiliency Revolving Fund to fund the five-year pilot program. Increases the environmental response, energy, and food security tax and allocates the increase to the Maui Infrastructure Resiliency Revolving Fund. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
LEE |
EET, WAM |
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SB3241
DOE; Plant-Based Meals; Grant Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PLANT-BASED MEALS.
Establishes a plant-based meals option grant program within the Department of Education. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
LEE |
EDU, WAM |
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SB3242 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOT; Road Safety; Infrastructure; Speed Limits; Schools
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation or county transportation agency having jurisdiction over roads, highways, or similar infrastructure to evaluate high-risk or dangerous corridors or intersections and plan strategies for mitigation. Provides that an engineering study is not required to be considered if the Department of Transportation or any county decreases maximum speed limits within one mile of a school. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
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SB3243 SD1 HD1
Campaign Finance; Foreign Corporations; Foreign Nationals
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Amends the prohibition against foreign nationals and foreign corporations making campaign finance contributions and expenditures. Requires every business entity that contributes or expends funds in a state election to file a statement of certification regarding its limited foreign influence. Requires noncandidate committees making only independent expenditures to obtain a statement of certification from each top contributor required to be listed in an advertisement. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
LEE |
JHA, FIN |
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SB3244
HI-EMA; Resilience Hubs; Natural Disaster; Revolving Fund
RELATING TO RESILIENCE HUBS.
Establishes the Resilience Hubs Program within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Establishes the Resiliency Hubs Revolving Fund to accomplish provisions of the Resilience Hubs Program. Allots money from and renames the environmental response, energy, food security, and resilience tax into the Resiliency Hubs Revolving Fund. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
GABBARD |
PSM, WAM |
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SB3245
Disabled Veterans; Motor Vehicles; Registration; Fees; Taxes; Exemption
RELATING TO DISABLED VETERANS.
Exempts qualified disabled veterans from various annual motor vehicle fees and taxes, including vehicle weight taxes and beautification fees. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA/PSM, WAM. |
GABBARD |
TCA/PSM, WAM |
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SB3246
University of Hawaii; Center for climate Resilient Development; Climate Change; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CENTER FOR CLIMATE RESILIENT DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds for the school of ocean and earth science and technology within the university of Hawaii to establish and operate a center for climate resilient development. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HRE/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD |
HRE/AEN, WAM |
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SB3247 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Department of Taxation; Income Tax Credit; Interisland Shipping; Agricultural Products and Inputs
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Creates an income tax credit for transportation costs incurred by certain taxpayers who ship agricultural products and inputs between counties. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3248
Digital Equity Grant Program; Digital Literacy; Broadband Access; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Hawaii Broadband and Digital Equity Office; Special Fund
RELATING TO THE HAWAII BROADBAND AND DIGITAL EQUITY OFFICE.
Establishes the Digital Equity Grant Program to award grants to applicants to deploy digital equity projects to covered populations in the State. Establishes the Broadband and Digital Equity Special Fund. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EET, WAM. |
GABBARD |
EET, WAM |
HB2044 |
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SB3249
Cash Payments; Discrimination; Public Accommodations; Unfair and Deceptive Practices
RELATING TO CURRENCY.
Requires retail merchants to accept cash payments. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
AWA, GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
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SB3250
Constitutional Amendment; Legislators; Ineligibility; Native Hawaiians (ConAm)
PROPOSING TO AMEND THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO MAKE INCUMBENT LEGISLATORS TEMPORARILY INELIGIBLE FOR SERVICE BASED ON THE SIZE OF THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN POPULATION.
Proposes to amend the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to provide that if a United States census shows that the state Native Hawaiian population decreased by no less than 5% since the prior United States census, all state legislators in office at the time of the release of the latter census shall be ineligible to serve in any state legislative office for 1 term, which shall be the 1st term of the applicable legislative office that begins after the release of the latter census. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
AWA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB3251
DHS; Workers with Disabilities; Medicaid; Buy-in Program
RELATING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO |
HHS, WAM |
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SB3252
Constitutional Amendment; Reproductive Freedom; Abortion; Contraceptives; Pregnancy Outcomes (ConAm)
PROPOSING A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO PROTECT THE RIGHT TO REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM.
Amends the Hawaii State Constitution to prohibit the State from denying or interfering with an individual's reproductive freedom, including the right to choose or obtain an abortion or to choose to obtain or use contraceptives. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB3253
Adoption Assistance; Permanency Assistance; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ADOPTION ASSISTANCE.
Appropriates funds to provide additional support and resources to families receiving benefits through the State's adoption assistance and permanency assistance programs. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Keohokalole, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB2713 |
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SB3254
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to increase the funding for medicaid in-home services, conditioned on the Department of Human Services obtaining the maximum federal matching funds and pursuing all other funding sources. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Ihara |
HHS, WAM |
HB2539 |
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SB3255
Wildlife Control Permits; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Feral Pigs
RELATING TO FERAL PIG CONTROL PERMITS.
Codifies certain administrative rules of the Department of Land and Natural Resources regarding permits to destroy or control harmful feral pigs. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WTL, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO |
WTL, JDC |
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SB3256
Government Records; UIPA; Media; Misinformation
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT RECORDS.
Requires any person responsible for news and social media reports based on government records received under Hawaii’s Uniform Information Practices Act to respond to record requests in the same manner as an agency under chapter 92F, HRS, with exceptions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to GVO, JDC. |
KIM (Introduced by request of another party), CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, Kidani, Wakai |
GVO, JDC |
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SB3257
UH; One-Stop Service Centers; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the establishment of a One-Stop Student Service Center at each University of Hawaii campus with student enrollment greater than five thousand students beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. Requires that services provided by the One-Stop Student Service Center not reduce existing services or resources. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/6/2024- The committee on HRE deferred the measure. |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani |
HRE, WAM |
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SB3258 SD1
DLNR; BLNR; Dam and Reservoir Safety; Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program
RELATING TO DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY.
Establishes additional requirements for the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Land and Natural Resources regarding the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, INOUYE, MCKELVEY |
WTL/CPN, WAM |
HB2279 |
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SB3259 SD1
Tort Liability; Lifeguards
RELATING TO TORT LIABILITY.
Permanently reinstates the liability protections previously afforded to county lifeguards providing services at state beach parks or in the ocean. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RICHARDS |
PSM, JDC |
HB2266 |
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SB3260 SD1
DOA; Produce Contracts; Local Produce; Benchmarks
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires that, by 1/1/2112, one hundred percent of the food purchased by certain state departments consist of fresh local agricultural products and local value-added, processed, agricultural, or food products. Requires the Department of Agriculture to consider substitutes and new technology that would assist certain state departments to meet the benchmarks on purchasing fresh local agricultural products and local value-added, processed, agricultural, or food products. Takes effect 7/1/2112. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS |
GVO/AEN, WAM |
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SB3261
Department of Agriculture; Transportation Costs; Reimbursements; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Local Agriculture Transportation Cost Reimbursement Program to reimburse eligible ranchers and farmers a portion of their costs to transport livestock, livestock products, agricultural commodities, and certain supplies under certain circumstances. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kidani, Kim, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3262
Veterinarians; Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine; Scholarships; Loan Repayment; John A. Burns School of Medicine Special Fund; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VETERINARIANS.
Renames the John A. Burns School of Medicine special fund as the physician and veterinarian special fund. Expands the authorized uses of the special fund to include providing loan repayments to veterinarians and scholarships for students attending a veterinary college; provided that the recipient commits to work in the State for a period of time determined by the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine. Requires the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine to establish a loan repayment and scholarship program. Assesses a fee on persons obtaining or renewing a veterinarian license. Provides for the deposit of the fee into the physician and veterinarian special fund. Appropriates moneys into and out of the physician and veterinarian special fund. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/HRE, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Kim, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HRE, WAM |
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SB3263
DHS; Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY ASSISTANCE.
Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program within the Department of Human Services to assist qualifying households in paying their energy bills. Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Special Fund. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, LEE, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB3264
Manufacturers; Electronic Devices; Recycling
RELATING TO RECYCLING.
Authorizes manufacturers of electronic devices to coordinate collection activities for the purpose of recycling electronic devices. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, CPN/JDC. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LEE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, WAKAI, Elefante, Gabbard |
AEN, CPN/JDC |
HB2640 |
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SB3265 SD2 HD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Film Advisory Council; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Position; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO FILM INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Hawaii Film Advisory Council. Amends the motion picture, digital media, and film production income tax credit to: (1) Clarify and amend the requirement for an independent third-party certification; (2) Expand the definition of "qualified production" to include streaming platforms; and (3) Expand the definition of "qualified production costs" to include certain costs associated with products created by Hawaii businesses for use in a production and contracting and licensing of Hawaii-originated music for on-camera use or post-production. Establishes and appropriates funds for a film industry development liaison within the Creative Industries Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, LEE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
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SB3266 SD1
DOT; DLNR; Wildfires; Prevention and Mitigation; Vegetation Management; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VEGETATION MANAGEMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation and Department of Land and Natural Resources for vegetation management projects to reduce the risks of wildfires across the State. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LEE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
TCA, WAM |
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SB3267
DHHL; Veterans' Facilities; Co-Management
RELATING TO VETERANS' FACILITIES.
Requires any state-funded facility built on Department of Hawaiian Home Lands land to be managed and operated by veterans or a veteran-run organization. Prohibits the co-management of any veterans' facility or state-funded facility utilized for veterans. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to PSM/HWN, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/HWN, JDC/WAM |
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SB3268
Subsistence Fishing; Gear Restrictions
RELATING TO AQUATIC RESOURCES.
Prohibits any law, ordinance, or rule from establishing restrictions on the type of gear used for subsistence fishing. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI |
WTL, JDC |
HB1948 |
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SB3269
Hawaiian Language; DOE; Graduation Requirements
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
Requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language as a graduation requirement. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU/HWN, WAM. |
FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE |
EDU/HWN, WAM |
HB1794 |
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SB3270
Richard Buffalo Keaulana Day
RELATING TO RICHARD "BUFFALO" KEAULANA DAY.
Designates September 2nd of each year as "Richard "Buffalo" Keaulana Day". |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA. |
FEVELLA |
TCA |
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SB3271
DLIR; DOE; Construction Trades Workforce Development Program; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a construction trades workforce development program in the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to develop, establish, and implement a construction trades career pathway program for high school students in the State. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to LBT/EDU, WAM. |
FEVELLA |
LBT/EDU, WAM |
HB2575 |
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SB3272
Insurance; Cancellation; Nonrenewal; Notice; Certified Mail
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires insurance providers to give written notice of policy cancellations or nonrenewal through certified mail. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN. |
RHOADS |
CPN |
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SB3273
Climate Change; Vehicle Miles Traveled; Report; Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission
RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.
Requires the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to develop strategies for vehicle miles traveled reduction in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN/EET, WAM. |
RHOADS, GABBARD |
AEN/EET, WAM |
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SB3274 SD1
Civil Asset Forfeiture; Property Forfeiture
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Restricts civil asset forfeiture to cases involving the commission of a felony offense where the property owner has been convicted of an underlying felony offense. Directs forfeiture proceeds to the general fund. Amends the allowable expenses for moneys in the Criminal Forfeiture Fund. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules necessary to carry out the purpose of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Amends the deadline for the Attorney General to report to the Legislature on the use of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Limits the transfer of certain forfeiture property to federal agencies. Establishes records requirements. (SD1) |
(S)
2/8/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO |
JDC, WAM |
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SB3275
Taxation; Alcohol; Liquor Tax
RELATING TO THE TAXATION OF LIQUOR.
Increases the liquor tax and adjusts it for future inflation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN, WAM |
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SB3276
Taxes; Rental Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO THE RENTAL MOTOR VEHICLE SURCHARGE TAX.
Requires the rental motor vehicle surcharge tax to be pro-rated if the vehicle is rented or leased for a portion of the day. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/TCA, WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN/TCA, WAM |
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SB3277
Hawaii Public Housing Authority; Eviction; Public Benefit Eligibility
RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.
Prohibits a determination of ineligibility for tenant applicants for any program under the Hawaii Public Housing Authority law due to an eviction unless a writ of possession was issued and served as a result of the proceeding. |
(S)
2/8/2024- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard |
HOU, JDC |
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SB3278
Medical Cannabis; Registration; Out-of-state patients; Caregivers; Medical Cannabis Dispensary System
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Amends state laws governing medical use of cannabis and the medical cannabis dispensary system. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB3279 SD1 HD2 CD1
OWR; State of Well-Being Project; Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mental Health Support Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes within the Office of Wellness and Resilience the State of Well-Being Project to assess and enhance Tier 1 and Tier 2 mental health support services for all key stakeholder communities across the State. Makes appropriations to implement the State of Well-Being Project including for the establishment of six full-time equivalent mental health specialist positions within the Office of Wellness and Resilience. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
HUS/HLT, FIN |
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SB3280
Income Tax; Income Tax Brackets; Personal Exemption; Standard Deduction; Cost-of-Living Adjustment; Earned Income Tax Credit; Amount
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the amounts for the income tax brackets and personal exemption and standard deduction amounts for tax year 2024. Adjusts annually for tax years beginning after 12/31/2024, the income tax brackets and personal exemption, and standard deduction amounts by a cost-of-living adjustment factor. Amends the taxable income brackets and income tax rates for each filing status for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2023. Defines "cost-of-living adjustment factor". |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO |
WAM |
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SB3281 SD2 HD1
State of Hawaii Museum of Natural and Cultural History; State of Hawaii Museum of Monarchy History; Report; Standards and Conditions for Receipt of Funds; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
Requires that the State of Hawaii Museum of Natural and Cultural History and the State of Hawaii Museum of Monarchy History boards of directors each include two ex officio, nonvoting members, to be selected by the comptroller. Requires the State of Hawaii Museum of Natural and Cultural History to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Establishes standards and conditions that the State of Hawaii Museum of Natural and Cultural History must meet to receive state funds. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Kahaloa voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Holt voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
CAI, JHA, FIN |
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SB3282 SD2
DBEDT; HSEO; Energy Division; Chief Energy Administrator; Repeal; Transfer; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Renames the Hawaii State Energy Office as the Energy Division and makes it a division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Renames the Chief Energy Officer as the Chief Energy Administrator. Clarifies the duties of the Energy Division. Transfers functions. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Makes an appropriation. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to EEP, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, WAKAI |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
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SB3283
Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission; Coordinator; Salary
RELATING TO THE HAWAII CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM OVERSIGHT COMMISSION.
Lowers the salary of the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Coordinator to be 100% of the salary of the Deputy Director of Human Resources Development, rather than 100% of the salary of the Director of Human Resources Development, effective 12/1/2024. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO |
PSM, WAM |
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SB3284
Department of Health; Safe Drinking Water; Emergency Measures
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Specifies some of the measures the Director of Health may take in response to emergency circumstances affecting the availability of safe drinking water or the discovery of contamination in a public water source. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, JDC |
HB2095 |
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SB3285 SD1 HD1
PUC; Gas Utility; Electric Utility; Sale; Approval; Non-investor-owned Utilities; Alternative Bids; Public Utility Receiver
RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES.
Prohibits the Public Utilities Commission from approving the sale of a gas utility, or electric utility, in whole or in part, to a private entity, unless the utility being offered for sale demonstrates that it solicited competitive offers from an entity operating under a non-investor-owned utilities ownership model, and notes whether or not non-investor-owned entities submitted acceptable bids, in any application to the PUC requesting authorization for a sale of the utility. Authorizes the PUC to establish a procedure for consideration of alternative bids if there is a sale of a gas or electric utility. Specifies that the appointment of a receiver for a distressed utility applies to all public utilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
HASHIMOTO |
EEP/WAL, CPC, FIN |
HB2615 |
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SB3286
DHS; Senior Citizen Discount; Study; Report
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Human Services to assess the feasibility of offering a 20% discount on certain goods and services for the State's low- to moderate-income elders. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
FEVELLA |
HHS, WAM |
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SB3287 SD2
Towing Companies; Fees
RELATING TO TOWING COMPANIES.
Changes the fees that a towing company may charge to tow vehicles left unattended on private and public property. Allows a towing company or parking management company to charge a fee for the placement or removal of vehicle immobilization devices. Requires that a towing company that charges fees to tow vehicles left unattended on private and public property, or a towing company or parking management company that charges fees for the placement or removal of vehicle immobilization devices, to accept payment by the vehicle owner for charges by cash, credit card, and debit card and shall not direct an individual to use an on-site automated teller machine in lieu of accepting payment by credit card and debit card. Takes effect 1/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to TRN, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
FEVELLA |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
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SB3288
Tobacco Products; Premium Cigars; Definition; Excise Tax
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a definition for "premium cigar" that is distinct from a "large cigar" and adds a definition for "characterizing flavor" in the Cigarette Tax and Tobacco Tax Law. Excludes premium cigars from percentage excise tax. Establishes an excise tax at a rate of 50 cents per premium cigar. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2741 |
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SB3289 SD1 HD1
Estate Tax; Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax; Marital Deduction; Transferred Property; Taxable Amount; Immediate Family Members
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends the definition of Hawaii taxable estate to provide that the marital deduction under section 2056 of the Internal Revenue Code shall apply to the passage of any interest in property to any immediate family member. Amends the state generation-skipping transfer tax law to provide that a transfer to any immediate family member shall not be considered a distribution to a skip person, as defined in section 2613 of the Internal Revenue Code. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/9/2024- Recommitted to FIN with none voting no and none excused. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
HB2652 |
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SB3290 SD2 HD1 CD1
DCAB; DOH; ASL; Working Group; Interpreters; Interpretation Services; Report
RELATING TO AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE.
Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to convene a working group to study the state of American Sign Language interpretation services in Hawaii. Requires a report to the Legislature, with the assistance of the Department of Health. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, RHOADS |
HLT/HUS, FIN |
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SB3291
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Medical Cannabis Products; Dispensaries; On-Premises Dispensing; In-Vehicle Receipt; Rules
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Authorizes the Department of Health to allow dispensaries to dispense cannabis or manufactured cannabis products to qualifying patients or primary caregivers of qualifying patients outside of the dispensary's retail store building but on the dispensary's premises. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules, including rules for dispensing to a qualifying patient or primary caregiver of a qualifying patient who takes delivery while in a motor vehicle on the dispensary's premises. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
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SB3292
Cigarette Tax; Hawaii Cancer Research Special Fund; University of Hawaii Cancer Research Center of Hawaii
RELATING TO CIGARETTE TAXES.
Beginning 7/1/2024, increases the cigarette tax rate and amends the disposition of the cigarette tax revenues by increasing the amount allocated to the Hawaii Cancer Research Special Fund. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/HRE, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
HHS/HRE, WAM |
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SB3293
Wages and Hours; Employees on Public Works; Exception
RELATING TO WAGES AND HOURS OF EMPLOYEES ON PUBLIC WORKS.
Establishes an exemption to overtime compensation for employees on public works projects working on a Saturday, Sunday, or state holiday under certain conditions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
KIM, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
HB2678 |
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SB3294
Land Use Districts; Agricultural Districts; Minimum Level of Agricultural Production
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Amends the authorized activities and uses in agricultural districts to prohibit roadside stands from displaying and selling value-added products and establish a minimum percentage of agricultural products that must be produced on the property in order to be offered for sale at certain retail agricultural-based commercial operations. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN/WTL/EET, JDC. |
KIM |
AEN/WTL/EET, JDC |
HB2737 |
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SB3295
Negligent Homicide in the First Degree; Driving Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Child Support
RELATED TO DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
Requires defendants convicted of causing the death of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of drugs or alcohol to make restitution in the form of financial support to each surviving child of the victim. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Kim, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
JDC |
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SB3296 SD1
DHRD; Remote Work Study; Program; Action Plan; Position; Establishment; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REMOTE WORK.
Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to: (1) conduct a remote work study; (2) review any recent remote work studies done by the counties; (3) develop and administer a remote work program; and (4) submit the study to the Legislature prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2025. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB2507 |
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SB3297 SD1
DHRD; Executive Branch; Workforce; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT.
Requires and appropriates moneys for the Department of Human Resources Development to submit an annual report on vacancies, recruitment efforts, and retention policies in the State's Executive Branch. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Wakai |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
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SB3298
Attorney General; State Employees; Professionally Licensed; Certified; Duty to Defend
RELATING TO STATE EMPLOYEES.
Requires the Attorney General to defend professionally licensed or certified state employees from civil actions or proceedings, when the employee was acting within the scope of their employment and was not grossly negligent or wanton. Requires that, if the State refuses to defend a state employee from civil actions on certain grounds, that the State file a motion to be heard with the court. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
AQUINO |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB3299 SD1
Collective Bargaining; Public Employers, Scope of Negotiations; Hawaii Employer-Union Health Trust Fund; Benefits; Resolution of Disputes; Impasses
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Allows the public employer and exclusive representative to negotiate benefits of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. Allows the exclusive representative to fully utilize dispute resolution and impasse provisions under state law when negotiating the benefits and contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Trust Fund. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
AQUINO |
LBT, WAM |
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SB3300 SD1
Coastal Zone Management; Special Management Areas; Sea Level Rise Exposure Areas; Development Guidelines
RELATING TO COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT.
Requires county planning commissions, county councils, and designated authorities on coastal zone management to seek to minimize, where reasonable, any risk to development from sea level rise and other coastal hazards. Takes effect 07/01/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
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SB3301
UH; CTAHR; Agriculture Education Coordinator Position; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an appropriation for the establishment of an agriculture education coordinator position within the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM. |
GABBARD |
HRE, WAM |
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SB3302 SD1
Agriculture; Farmers; Ranchers; Fishers; Income Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024, creates a nonrefundable income tax credit for qualified expenses of eligible farmers, ranchers, and fishers. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3303 SD2
Macadamia Nuts; Labeling Requirements; Country of Origin; Private Right of Action
RELATING TO LABELING OF MACADAMIA NUTS.
Clarifies labeling requirements for macadamia nuts. Requires country of origin to be included on the label of a consumer package of processed macadamia nuts. Allows a private right of action for violations. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to AGR, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
GABBARD |
AGR, CPC, JHA |
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SB3304
DOA; Leeward Community College; University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agricultural and Human Resources; Farm Succession Pilot Program; Farmer Apprentice Mentoring Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Farm Succession Pilot Program under the Leeward Community College. Appropriates funds for the pilot program and for the Department of Agriculture's Farmer Apprentice Mentoring Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN/HRE, WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN/HRE, WAM |
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SB3305 HD2 CD1
Public Charter Schools; Prekindergarten Programs; Statutory Exceptions
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires all public charter schools that exclusively offer prekindergarten programs to adhere to the public charter school law, with certain exceptions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, AQUINO, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, Kim, McKelvey, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDN, JHA, FIN |
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SB3306
State and County Contractors; Election Campaigns
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Prohibits state and county contractors from participating in election campaign activities including canvassing, sign holding, and other volunteer support for a candidate or noncandidate committee. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC. |
IHARA |
JDC |
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SB3307 SD1
OIP; Public Agency Meetings; Sunshine Law; Representatives of the News Media; Exemption
RELATING TO PUBLIC AGENCY MEETINGS.
Authorizes representatives of the news media to be allowed to attend executive meetings held by a board under section 92-4, HRS. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
IHARA |
GVO, JDC |
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SB3308
State Seal; Modern Hawaiian Orthography
RELATING TO THE STATE SEAL.
Requires the use of modern Hawaiian orthography, including the kahako and ?okina, on the state seal. Provides that valid representations of the seal created before this Act shall remain valid. |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
HWN, WAM |
HB2772 |
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SB3309
Public Utilities Commission; Electric Vehicle Charging System Funding Program; Electrical Vehicle System Rebate Program; Clean Energy
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES.
Establishes the Electric Vehicle Charging System and Infrastructure Funding Program. Increases the amount of petroleum tax to be deposited into the electric vehicle charging system subaccount. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA/EET, CPN/WAM. |
KANUHA |
TCA/EET, CPN/WAM |
HB2616 |
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SB3310
CIP 3rd Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRD SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 3rd senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB3311
Discrimination in Public Accommodations; Persons with Disabilities; Discriminatory Practices
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS.
Establishes that it is an unlawful discriminatory practice for public accommodations to deny a person with a disability full and equal enjoyment of information related to their services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations using information and communication technology intended for use by the general public as applicants, participants, customers, clients, or visitors. Establishes exceptions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS/LBT, JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA |
CPN/HHS/LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB3312 SD1 HD2 CD1
Official State Gesture; Shaka; SFCA; Work of Art
RELATING TO STATE GESTURE.
Adopts, establishes, and designates the shaka as the official gesture of the State. Authorizes the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to develop a public work of art related to the shaka and its history to be displayed in a prominent location in the State. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kim |
CAI, JHA |
HB2736 |
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SB3313
DLE; Salaries; Salary Schedules; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Appropriates funds to increase the salary schedules of deputy sheriffs within the Department of Law Enforcement. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SHIMABUKURO, Kim |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
HB2598 |
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SB3314
HSEO; DOT; DAGS; Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; State Buildings; Retrofitting; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Requires that if parking is to be included in any new state building construction, the design provide that at least twenty-five per cent of parking stalls be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in consultation with the Department of Accounting and General Services and Department of Transportation, to conduct a survey and identify certain high-priority state facilities. Establishes a goal of the State to retrofit state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to GVO/EET, WAM. |
WAKAI |
GVO/EET, WAM |
HB1829 |
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SB3315
DOA; Pesticides; Buffer Zones; Restricted Use Pesticides; Consistent Unit of Measurement
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to use consistent units of measurement in its summary to the public on the amounts of restricted use pesticides used. Establishes a one-half mile buffer zone for pesticides around schools and state and county public parks. |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, GABBARD |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
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SB3316 SD1
DOA; Pesticides; Restricted Use; Geospatial Data; Reports; Online Reporting Tool
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires quarterly rather than annual reporting of all use of restricted use pesticides. Amends the contents of reports to include specific geospatial data and information and increased detail on the amount of restricted use pesticides used. Requires the Department of Agriculture to develop an online reporting tool for restricted use pesticides. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to AGR, CPC, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS |
AGR, CPC |
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SB3317 SD1
Collective Bargaining; Graduate Assistants; University of Hawaii; Community College System
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Establishes a collective bargaining unit for graduate assistants employed by the University of Hawaii and community college system. Takes effect 7/1/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
LBT/HRE, WAM |
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SB3318
DOH; District Court Jail Diversion Program; Mental Illness
RELATING TO JAIL DIVERSION.
Requires the Department of Health, for all eligible participants in the District Court Jail Diversion Program, to conduct an initial screening for possible serious mental illness; a mental health assessment for all eligible participants indicated as possibly having a serious mental illness by the initial screening; and a validated risk needs assessment for all eligible participants indicated as possibly having a serious mental illness by the mental health assessment. Requires the Department of Health to determine for each eligible participant whether the criteria for further evaluation and possible emergency hospitalization have been met and, if satisfied, follow the applicable statutory procedures. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB3319
Governor; State Departments and Agencies; Schools; Public Administration; State Holidays; Reconciliation Day
RELATING TO STATE HOLIDAYS.
Designates the seventeenth day in January of each year as Reconciliation Day. Establishes Reconciliation Day as a state holiday. Requires the State and its departments and agencies to recognize Reconciliation Day through educational programs, cultural events, and activities. Requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing Reconciliation Day as a day of reflection and remembrance. Requires all state offices, public schools, and other state institutions to display the Hawaiian flag at half-staff on Reconciliation Day. Repeals Good Friday as a state holiday. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA/HWN/GVO, WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
TCA/HWN/GVO, WAM |
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SB3320
Food Security; Right to Garden; Condominiums; Planned Community Associations; Homeowners' Associations; Residential Properties
RELATING TO THE RIGHT TO GARDEN.
Prohibits any articles of incorporation, declaration, bylaws, administrative rules, house rules, or association documents of a condominium property regime, planned community association, or homeowners' association from prohibiting or restricting the cultivation of vegetable gardens within any of its units. |
(S)
2/20/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Richards |
CPN |
HB2190 |
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SB3321
Invasive Species; Fine Meshed Nets; Permissible
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Allows for the use of fine meshed nets for the protection of plants against invasive species. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
SHIMABUKURO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
HB2546 |
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SB3322
Electronic Smoking Devices; Tobacco Products; Public Schools; Prohibition; Department of Education
RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Updates and expands the statutory prohibition on the use of tobacco at public schools to include prohibiting the possession and use of electronic smoking devices. Requires the Department of Education to be responsible for educating students, employees, and visitors about smoking and tobacco use prohibitions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDU/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2676 |
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SB3323
DOA; Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch; Agrifood and Aquaculture Summit; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AN AGRIFOOD AND AQUACULTURE SUMMIT.
Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation to the Department of Agriculture Aquaculture and Livestock Services Support Branch to host an agrifood and aquaculture summit in Kona in 2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3324
DOA; UH; CTAHR; Aquaculture Disease Diagnostic Laboratory; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an appropriation to support the Aquaculture Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the Department of Agriculture Animal Industry Division Veterinary Laboratory Services Branch, in partnership with the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN/HRE, WAM. |
INOUYE |
AEN/HRE, WAM |
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SB3325
UH; CTAHR; Cooperative Extension; 4-H Youth Development; Positions; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an appropriation to the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources for the establishment of two full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) extension agent positions to support the 4-H Youth Development Program and intergenerational programming in Kona, Hawaii County, and Lihue, Kauai County. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HRE, WAM. |
INOUYE |
HRE, WAM |
HB2777 |
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SB3326 SD1
DLNR; Electric Utility Companies; Wildfire Mitigation; Fines; Hazardous Vegetation; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VEGETATION MANAGEMENT NEAR UTILITY LINES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to create and annually update a wildfire hazard map. Requires private and public property owners to trim grasses within certain proximities of public rights of way and utility lines. Authorizes electric utility companies to enter private or public property to trim or remove hazardous vegetation. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
INOUYE |
WTL/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2766 |
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SB3327 SD1 HD1
CWRM; BLNR; Public Trust Purpose; Responsibilities; Commission Membership; Executive Director; Independent Legal Counsel; Emergency Order; Water Emergencies; Water Shortage Declarations; Fines ($)
RELATING TO THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Defines the public trust purposes of the commission on water resource management and requires the commission, in acting upon water use permit applications, to prioritize applications for public trust purposes. Allows the commission to retain independent legal counsel. Repeals the position of deputy to the chairperson of the commission and establishes the position of executive director of the commission. Amends the composition of the commission and administratively attaches it to DLNR. Authorizes entities to challenge an emergency order of the commission under certain conditions. Establishes fines for certain water use offenses. Amends the commission's authority to declare water emergencies and issue orders to address them and declare water shortages and related notice requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
INOUYE |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB3328 SD1 HD1
DOE; SFA; School Facilities; Real Estate Development; School Operations; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Clarifies the Department of Education's authority to oversee public education facilities and real estate development. Establishes the Office of Facilities and Real Estate Development and the Office of School Operations and Services. Repeals the School Facilities Authority. Makes conforming amendments. Appropriates funds. Repeals the Office of Facilities and Real Estate Development and Office of School Operations and Services on 7/1/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/13/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on LGO with Representative(s) Amato, Belatti, Hussey-Burdick, Kapela, Matayoshi voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Perruso voting no (1) and Representative(s) Alcos excused (1). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, DELA CRUZ, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIM, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura, Shimabukuro, Wakai |
EDN, LGO, WAL, FIN |
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SB3329 SD1 HD1
Little Fire Ants; Mandatory Seller Disclosure; Real Property Transactions
RELATING TO LITTLE FIRE ANTS.
Requires the disclosure of any little fire ant infestation as part of any sale of residential real property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/28/2024- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KIM, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kidani, Wakai |
AGR, CPC |
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SB3330
Candor Process; Open Discussions; Adverse Health Care Incidents; Health Care Providers; Health Care Facilities; Confidentiality
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Establishes a candor process through which patients and their families, health care providers, and health care facilities can engage in open communication about how an adverse care health incident occurred, how it will be prevented in the future, and what compensation, if any, will be offered to the patient or their family. Establishes notice and confidentiality requirements for open discussions. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS, JDC/CPN. |
KIM |
HHS, JDC/CPN |
HB2775 |
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SB3331
Housing; Landlord-tenant Code; Remedies; Notice; Failure to Pay Rent; Mediation; Wildfires; Governor Notice; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO THE LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Establishes an alternative process for the termination of the rental agreement that involves mediation. Requires the Governor to notify the Chief Justice, Legislature, and Revisor of Statutes when the final wildfire proclamation will expire. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, Kidani |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2742 |
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SB3332 SD2 HD1
Failure to Pay Rent; Wildfires; Emergency Proclamations; Summary Possession ($)
RELATING TO EVICTION MEDIATION.
Delays filing an action for summary possession for certain tenancies affected by the eviction moratorium contained in certain emergency proclamations issued by the Governor. Effective 7/1/2040. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Kidani |
HSG, CPC, FIN |
HB2642 |
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SB3333
Affordable Rental Housing; Counties; Accessory Dwelling Units; Ohana Dwelling Units; School Impact Fee; Exemption
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts accessory dwelling units, ohana dwelling units, and certain affordable rental housing projects developed pursuant to a county ordinance from school impact fees. Effective 6/30/2024. Sunsets 7/1/2026. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HOU/EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, KIM, Kidani |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
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SB3334
Contractor Repair Act; Notice of Claim; Inspection; Repair; Rejection of Claims; Limitations on Recovery
RELATING TO THE CONTRACTOR REPAIR ACT.
Expands the required contents of a notice of claim of construction defect served on a contractor. Requires the claimant to provide actual evidence of the nature and cause of the construction defect and extent of necessary repairs along with the notice of claim. Amends the process and timeframe for a claimant to accept a contractor's proposal to inspect and authorize the contractor to proceed with repairs. Limits the amount a claimant can recover if the claimant unreasonably rejects a contractor's proposal to inspect or an offer to remedy. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO |
CPN, JDC |
HB2213 |
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SB3335 SD2 HD2
DCCA; DOH; DOA; Department of Taxation; Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Authority; Cannabis and Hemp Control Board; Cannabis and Hemp Control Implementation Advisory Committee; Adult-Use Cannabis; Medical Cannabis; Hemp; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Establishes the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Authority and Cannabis and Hemp Control Board within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to regulate all aspects of the cannabis plant. Beginning 1/1/2026, legalizes the personal adult use of cannabis. Establishes taxes on the retail sale of adult-use cannabis and the sale of medical cannabis. Adds new traffic offenses and clarifies existing traffic offenses relating to the consumption or possession of marijuana or marijuana concentrate. Makes conforming amendments related to the legalization of personal adult use of cannabis. Establishes the Cannabis and Hemp Control Implementation Advisory Committee. Transfers the personnel and assets of the Department of Health and assets of the Department of Agriculture relating to cannabis to the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Authority. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/22/2024- Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Belatti, M. Mizuno, Sayama voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Aiu, Alcos, Chun, Garcia, Garrett, Hashem, Ichiyama, Kila, Kitagawa, Kobayashi, Kong, La Chica, Lamosao, Matayoshi, Matsumoto, Nishimoto, Onishi, Pierick, Souza, Takayama, Takenouchi, Ward, Woodson voting no (23) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima, Quinlan excused (3). |
KEOHOKALOLE, AWA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KANUHA, LEE, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kidani, Kim |
JHA/AGR, CPC, FIN |
HB2600 |
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SB3336 SD1
OHA; Public Land Trust Information System; Public Land Trust Working Group; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND.
Appropriates funds to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs for the retention of third party professionals with the necessary financial, accounting, and land inventory expertise to evaluate and address the completeness and accuracy of the public land trust information system, so that the Public Land Trust Working Group can complete its objectives pursuant to Act 226, Session Laws of 2022. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/9/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Ihara, Kidani |
HWN, WAM |
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SB3337
DCCA; Appraisal Management Companies; Registration Program; Reestablishment; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO APPRAISAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES.
Reestablishes the appraisal management company registration program within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Clarifies that chapter 466L, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is repealed. Applies registration requirements retroactively to 6/30/2023. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
2/7/2024- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPN, WAM |
HB2641 |
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SB3338 SD1
Red Hill WAI; Policy Lead and Coordination; Red Hill Remediation Special Fund; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WATER.
Establishes a WAI policy coordinator and other positions within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for coordination of Red Hill WAI initiatives. Creates the Red Hill Remediation Special Fund. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/14/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIM, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, Awa, Elefante, Inouye, Kidani, Moriwaki, Wakai |
WTL/AEN, WAM/JDC |
HB2690 |
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SB3339
Red Hill WAI; Red Hill Remediation Authority; Red Hill Remediation Special Fund
RELATING TO THE RED HILL REMEDIATION AUTHORITY.
Establishes the Red Hill remediation authority. Creates the Red Hill remediation special fund. |
(S)
2/9/2024- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIM, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Elefante, Kidani, Moriwaki |
WTL/AEN, WAM/JDC |
HB2691 |
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SB3340 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Beef Cattle Interisland Ocean Transportation Study; Livestock; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LIVESTOCK.
Requires the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, in consultation with livestock industry stakeholders, to conduct a study to assess the effects of heat stress on beef cattle during interisland ocean transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 7/1/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Ihara, Inouye, Kidani, Lee, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HRE, WAM |
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SB3341
DOH; Upcycled Mobile Dishwashing System; Pilot Program; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REUSABLES.
Establishes the Upcycled Mobile Dishwashing System Pilot Program within the Department of Health. Requires a report to the Legislature. Establishes two full-time positions within the Department of Health. Declares the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
2/14/2024- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, LEE, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
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SB3342
Spay and Neuter Special Fund; Income Check-Off; Free-Roaming Cats; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO THE SPAYING AND NEUTERING OF ANIMALS.
Establishes a spay and neuter special fund and an advisory committee for the special fund. Allows funds from an income tax check-off to be deposited into the spay and neuter special fund. Appropriates moneys. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Inouye, Kidani, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3343
Apiary; Beekeepers; Bees
RELATING TO APIARY PROGRAMS.
Requires beekeepers to adhere to certain industry standards and best management practice in the keeping of bees. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kidani |
AEN, CPN |
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SB3344 SD2 HD2
DCCA; Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund; Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund Corporation; Public Utilities Commission; Catastrophic Wildfire; Working Group; Report; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRES.
Establishes the Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund and Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund Corporation to provide compensation for property damage resulting from catastrophic wildfires in the State. Requires the Corporation's board to report to the Legislature. Makes an appropriation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/25/2024- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 816). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Kidani, Kim, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WAL/CPC, FIN |
HB2700 |
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SB3345 SD1
Estate Tax; DOTAX; Exclusion Amount; Deduction; Family Businesses
RELATING TO THE ESTATE TAX.
Conforms Hawaii estate tax laws to the operative provisions of the Internal Revenue Code to decrease the burden on taxpayers and increase efficiencies in the Department of Taxation's monitoring and auditing of estate tax returns. Establishes an estate tax deduction for the value of closely held business interests that will help ensure that locally-owned family businesses can continue to contribute to the Hawaii economy and assist families to retain the ownership interest in their family businesses. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, WAM |
HB2653 |
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SB3346
DOE; Bullying Procedures; Dissemination of Information
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to provide and disseminate its procedures for dealing with bullying. Requires principals, teachers, and staff to disseminate the Department's bullying procedures to students. Defines bullying procedures. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG |
EDU, WAM |
HB2675 |
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SB3347
State of Hawaii Museum of Natural, Indigenous, and Cultural History; Report; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
Establishes requirements for the State of Hawaii Museum of Natural, Indigenous, and Cultural History to meet in order to receive state funds. Requires a report to the Legislature. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to TCA, WAM. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
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SB3348 SD1
Transportation; Director of Finance; Vehicle Registration
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the director of finance to develop means to identify additional data about vehicle registration. Requires data collected to be included in the registration database. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
TCA, WAM |
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SB3349 SD1
AG; Office of Gun Violence Prevention; Repeal; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION.
Establishes the Office of Gun Violence Prevention within the Department of the Attorney General for administrative purposes only. Repeals the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Takes effect 1/1/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
LEE |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB3350 SD1 HD1
Public Officials; Judicial Appointees; Ethics; Salaries; Disclosures
RELATING TO PUBLIC SERVICE.
Requires appointees for judicial vacancies to file certain disclosures with the State Ethics Commission, under certain conditions. Requires the Commission on Salaries to consider the deterrence of bribery and corruption when making its salary recommendations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
LEE |
LGO, JHA, FIN |
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SB3351 SD1
Constitutional Amendment; Due Process; Equal Protection; Discrimination (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 1, SECTION 5 OF THE HAWAII CONSTITUTION RELATING TO DUE PROCESS AND EQUAL PROTECTION.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit discrimination against a person because of ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, and pregnancy outcomes. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE |
JDC, WAM |
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SB3352
CIP; 22nd Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TWENTY-SECOND SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 22nd senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
SHIMABUKURO |
WAM |
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SB3353
Elections; Residency; Rebuttable Presumption; Prolonged Absence
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Establishes a rebuttable presumption that a person established a new residence in a place if that person has been absent for a prolonged period of time during which the person has only been in one place. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to JDC. |
MORIWAKI |
JDC |
HB2560 |
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SB3354
CIP; Kawehewehe Beach; Fort DeRussy Beach; Waikiki Beach; Public Access Route ($)
RELATING TO KAWEHEWEHE BEACH.
Appropriates funds for a capital improvement project to plan, design, and reconstruct a public access route between Fort DeRussy Beach and Waikiki Beach. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WTL, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
WTL, WAM |
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SB3355
DLE; DLNR; DOCARE; Employees; Transfer
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Transfers the functions of the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement to the Department of Law Enforcement. Increases the number of deputy directors appointed by the Director of Law Enforcement. Transfers personnel within the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement to the Department of Law Enforcement. Takes effect 1/1/2025. |
(S)
2/12/2024- The committee on WTL deferred the measure. |
WAKAI |
PSM/WTL, WAM/JDC |
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SB3356
CIP; 19th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINETEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 19th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
AQUINO |
WAM |
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SB3357 SD1
DAGS; Renewable Energy; State Facilities; First Responder Facilities; Solar Energy; Reports
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to prepare reports assessing the feasibility of installing distributed energy resource systems at state facilities. Requires state facilities to implement and install the distributed energy resource systems detailed in the reports no later than five years from the issue date of the reports. Assigns priority for the required energy efficiency measures to first responder facilities. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Wakai |
GVO/EET, WAM |
HB2738 |
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SB3358
DOA; Molokai; Bovine Tuberculosis; Indemnification; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BOVINE TUBERCULOSIS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to indemnify Molokai ranchers whose herds were affected by the bovine tuberculosis outbreak and have not received indemnification from other sources. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SHIMABUKURO, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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SB3359
CIP; 7th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SEVENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 7th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
WAM |
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SB3360 SD1 HD1
Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit; Locally Sourced, Firm Renewable Energy; Renewable Feedstock; Credit Period
RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.
Amends the Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit by establishing an additional credit for renewable fuels, including sustainable aviation fuels, produced from renewable feedstock locally grown or recycled in the State; amending the amount of the credit that is claimable per taxpayer; amending the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions level of a renewable fuel to be eligible for the tax credit; and making taxpayers who previously claimed the credit eligible for the credit during a certain credit period. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/21/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Martinez, Nakashima excused (2). |
DECOITE |
EEP, FIN |
HB2767 |
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SB3361 HD1
Renewable Fuel; Cover Crop Reimbursement Pilot Program; Oilseed Cover Crops
RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.
Includes oilseed cover crops in the Cover Crop Reimbursement Pilot Program established by Act 312, SLH 2022. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Hashem, Kong, Sayama excused (4). |
DECOITE |
AGR, FIN |
HB2768 |
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SB3362 SD1
Permanent Staff Positions of the Legislature; Interim Assignment; Temporary Transfer; Executive and Judicial Branch Agencies
RELATING TO PUBLIC SERVICE.
Authorizes the temporary assignment of permanent legislative staff during the interim to executive or judicial branch agencies. Establishes that while on temporary assignment, the temporarily assigned employee is still considered an employee of the Legislature and exempt from civil service. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LMG, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
LMG, FIN |
HB2714 |
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SB3363 SD2 HD1
DHHL; Hawaiian Home Lands Preservation Act; Waiting List; Successors
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Provides that a living beneficiary's place on the Department of Hawaiian Home Land's waiting list for any residential, agricultural or pastoral tract may be designated for transfer to a successor if the living beneficiary dies before receiving an offer for a tract; provided that the successor shall be native Hawaiian, as that term is defined in the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. Effective 4/14/2112. (HD1) |
(H)
3/15/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Kapela voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Souza voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ganaden, Gates, Martinez, Quinlan excused (5). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB3364 SD2 HD2 CD1
HTA; Destination Management; Regenerative Tourism; Strategic Tourism Management Plan; Administrative Supervision of Boards and Commission
RELATING TO DESTINATION MANAGEMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Tourism Authority to develop destination management action plans for each county and to perform specific actions in each plan. Expands the powers and duties of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Repeals the exemption of the Hawaii Tourism Authority from administrative supervision of boards and commissions. Requires the strategic tourism management plan to include statewide destination management and regenerative tourism efforts and programs. Renames the tourism marketing plan as the strategic tourism management plan. (CD1) |
(S)
5/2/2024- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, WAKAI |
TOU, JHA, FIN |
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SB3365 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOA; Plant Care Components; Filter Socks; Fumigation; Heat Treatment; Restrictions; Fees
RELATING TO PLANT CARE COMPONENTS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to certify treatments performed on wood chips, compost, and filter socks. Places certain restrictions on the distribution or transportation of plant care components without prior treatment certification from the Department. (CD1) |
(S)
5/3/2024- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 830). |
DELA CRUZ |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
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SB3366
Boards; DBEDT; DLIR; UH; BOE; BOR; DOE
RELATING TO OVERSIGHT OF EDUCATION.
Adds the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Director of Labor and Industrial Relations; and the President of the University of Hawaii to the Board of Education of the Department of Education. Adds the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Director of Labor and Industrial Relations; and the Superintendent of Education to the University of Hawaii Board of Regents. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU/HRE, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
EDU/HRE, WAM |
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SB3367
War Memorial Hall; Construction; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HONORING VETERANS.
Authorizes the issuance of $55,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the purpose of assisting the Korean War Foundation, Inc., with the acquisition of land and the planning, design, and construction of a war memorial hall within the Aiea (Rainbow) Bay State Recreation Area. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WTL/PSM, WAM. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, DECOITE, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Elefante, Fukunaga, Wakai |
WTL/PSM, WAM |
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SB3368
Department of Education; Teachers Loans; Loan Forgiveness; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER LOANS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a teacher loan forgiveness program to assist in the payment of loans for teachers who commit to teaching in the Hawaii public school system. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Richards, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB2605 |
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SB3369
Cesspool Conversion; Mandate; Exemption
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Allows the Director of Health to grant an exemption from the requirement to upgrade, convert, or connect a cesspool if the State is unable to present evidence that the cesspool is affecting the State's drinking water supply or recreational waters. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM/JDC. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, DECOITE, KIDANI |
HHS/AEN, WAM/JDC |
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SB3370 SD1
DHRD; Internship Program; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Human Resources Development to establish permanent full-time equivalent Human Resources Specialist V Positions and to fund the operating, equipment, supplies, promotional materials, marketing, advertising, training, and travel costs to implement and manage the Intern Glide Path Program. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
LBT, WAM |
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SB3371 SD2
DHRD; Teleworking; Telework Monitoring System; Pilot; Report; Positions; Training; Appropriations; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO TELEWORKING.
Requires and appropriates moneys for the Department of Human Resources Development to submit an annual report to the Legislature on the telework policies of the Executive Branch. Establishes requirements for a pilot telework monitoring system to assess the productivity of telework employees. Appropriates funds to develop, implement, and administer the pilot telework monitoring system and to establish positions. Declares that the appropriations exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to LGO, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MORIWAKI |
LGO, FIN |
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SB3372
Kratom; Kratom Products; Labeling; Penalties; Sale to Minors Prohibited
RELATING TO KRATOM.
Establishes certain disclosure and labelling requirements for food, products, and dietary supplements containing kratom. Prohibits the distribution and sale of kratom products to minors. Imposes civil and criminal penalties for violations. Takes effect 1/1/2025. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB3373
DOE; Campbell High School; Baseball Field; Name; Loke Huddy
RELATING TO JAMES CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL.
Beginning the 2024-2025 school year, requires the Department of Education to rename the James Campbell baseball field as the Loke Huddy Baseball Field. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
FEVELLA |
EDU, WAM |
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SB3374
Fireworks; General Prohibition; Consumer Fireworks Exempted
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Prohibits the sale, importation, personal use, and commercial use of all fireworks, except consumer fireworks. Removes permitting requirements for consumer fireworks. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to PSM/TCA, CPN/JDC. |
FEVELLA |
PSM/TCA, CPN/JDC |
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SB3375 SD1
UH; CTAHR; DLNR; Central Oahu Wildfire Plan; Wildfire Prevention Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRE PREVENTION.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to establish a Central Oahu Wildfire Protection Plan, in consultation with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, community stakeholders, and nonprofit organizations that specialize in wildfire preparedness and mitigation programming. Requires matching funds from United States Department of Agriculture Forestry Service Wildfire Defense grants. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. (SD1) |
(S)
2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, Elefante, Ihara, Kim |
HRE/PSM/WTL, WAM |
HB2729 |
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SB3376
Gambling; Gaming; Online; Poker; Sportsbook; Legalization
RELATING TO GAMING.
Authorizes a 10-year license for one entity to operate online poker and sportsbook betting. Establishes the Hawaii gaming control commission. Imposes wagering tax on gross receipts. Creates the state gaming fund and compulsive gambler assistance program. Allocates 70% of profits received by the State to certain wildfire victims with the percentage decreasing 5% each year. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EET/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2259 |
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SB3377
Gambling; Poker; Sportsbook; Gaming; Legalization
RELATING TO GAMING.
Authorizes a 10-year license for 1 poker and sportsbook gaming facility in a special district designated for tourism in a county with over 500,000 residents and that is not in a hotel. Allows admission for individuals 21 years of age or older. Establishes the Hawaii gaming control commission. Imposes wagering tax on gross receipts. Creates the state gaming fund and compulsive gambler assistance program. Allocates to the State an amount equal to 70% of profits, with the percentage decreasing 5% each year. Authorizes the State to make grants from revenue received to a nonprofit entity for the benefit of wildfire victims. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to EET/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EET/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2260 |
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SB3378
CIP; 6th Senatorial District; DOT; DOE; DLNR; DOH; Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SIXTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects for the benefit of the 6th senatorial district, including extension of the Lahaina bypass road by the Department of Transportation; projects for Department of Education schools; projects for Department of Land and Natural Resources boating facilities; and R-1 water projects for the Clean Water Branch of the Department of Health. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes appropriations. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
WAM |
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SB3379
Food Banks; Farm to Food Bank; Department of Agriculture Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO FOOD SECURITY.
Appropriates funds for food bank purchase from local farmers, to be expended by request for proposal via the Department of Agriculture. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
AEN, WAM |
HB2590 |
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SB3380
Insurance; Motor Vehicles; Child Passenger Restraints; Replacement
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires each motor vehicle insurance policy to cover the replacement cost of a child passenger restraint system damaged during a collision for which liability coverage under the policy is applicable. |
(S)
1/29/2024- Referred to CPN. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SHIMABUKURO, Fukunaga, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
CPN |
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SB3381 SD2
HCDA; Lahaina; Lele Community District; Board; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO LAHAINA.
Establishes the Lele Community District and Board to facilitate rebuilding in Lahaina. Establishes the Lele Community Special Fund. Makes appropriations. Declares that the appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD2) |
(H)
3/7/2024- Referred to WAL/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MCKELVEY, DELA CRUZ |
WAL/JHA, FIN |
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SB3382 SD1
Wildfire Relief Investment Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an income tax credit to encourage investment in businesses affected by the 2023 Lahaina wildfire, and in redevelopment resiliency projects occurring within the Lahaina district. Takes effect 1/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/16/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
EET, WAM |
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SB3383 SD1 HD1
Executive Office on Aging; Statewide Needs Assessment; Long-term Care Needs; Workforce Development; Appropriation; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE.
Requires the Executive Office on Aging to contract for a statewide needs assessment of the needs of the long-term care workforce for providers of home- and community-based services. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/14/2024- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Alcos, Martinez, Quinlan excused (3). |
MORIWAKI |
HUS, FIN |
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SB3384
Jury Duty; Juror Pay; Increase
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Increases the amount each juror or prospective juror is paid for each actual day of attendance at court. |
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2/15/2024- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, SHIMABUKURO, Gabbard, Ihara, Richards, Wakai |
JDC, WAM |
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SB3385
DOTAX; Cigarette and Tobacco Tax; Electronic Smoking Devices; E Liquids; Health; Directory; Penalties
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires electronic smoking device of e-liquid manufacturers to submit certifications with the Department of Taxation annually, stating that products comply with federal regulations. Requires the Department of Taxation to maintain a directory. Imposes penalties. |
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1/29/2024- Referred to CPN/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, SHIMABUKURO, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
CPN/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2794 |