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SB1
Real Property; Agricultural Lands; HDOA; AG; Restrictions on Foreign Ownership; Appropriations ($)
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC/WAM. |
AWA, DECORTE, FEVELLA |
AEN/WLA, JDC/WAM |
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SB4
DLNR; OHA; Royal Mausoleum; Mauna Ala; Stewardship
RELATING TO THE ROYAL MAUSOLEUM.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to transfer the stewardship of the Royal Mausoleum, Mauna Ala, to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HWN/WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE |
HWN/WLA, WAM |
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SB6
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 the Hawaii State Constitution. Clarifies that the natural resource management enforcement and emergency response over 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 7/1/2026. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN, JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
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SB9
UH; Plant-Based Building Materials Working Group; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PLANT-BASED BUILDING MATERIALS.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii for the establishment and administration of the Plant-Based Building Materials Working Group to study how best to develop the plant-based building materials industry in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
INOUYE |
EDU, WAM |
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SB16
Aquaculture; Aquarium Fish Permit; Aquaculture Research
RELATING TO AQUARIUM FISH PERMITS.
Exempts persons engaging in aquaculture research from the aquarium fish permit requirement. Defines aquaculture research. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB17 SD2 HD1
OSFM; Wildfire Mitigation Working Group; Fire Marshal; Report; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRE MITIGATION.
Establishes the Wildfire Mitigation Working Group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires the Office of the State Fire Marshal to provide administrative support to the working group. Appropriates funds. Revises the appropriations made by Act 302, SLH 2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
INOUYE |
WAL, FIN |
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SB20
DLNR; Green Jobs Youth Corps Program; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE GREEN JOBS YOUTH CORPS.
Makes appropriations to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to continue the Green Jobs Youth Corps program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA, WAM |
HB316 |
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SB21 SD2 HD2
PUC; Water Carriers; Tariffs; Water Carrier Inflationary Cost Index; Automatic Adjustment Mechanism; Rate Adjustments
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish, no later than 7/1/2026, a Water Carrier Inflationary Cost Index automatic adjustment mechanism and waive or exempt any water carrier from any requirement under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN. |
INOUYE |
TRS, CPN |
HB914 |
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SB22
Fisheries; Environmental Review; Exemption
RELATING TO FISHERIES.
Exempts actions involving the operation and management of fisheries in the State from environmental review requirements. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
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SB26 SD2 HD2
OPSD; Affordable Housing; Land Inventory Task Force; Study; State Lands; County Lands; Transit-Oriented Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Establishes the Affordable Housing Land Inventory Task Force to conduct a study, subject to legislative appropriation, to assess the viability of housing development in transit-oriented development zones or other areas on state or county lands. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Wakai |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
HB1451 |
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SB28
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO |
WLA, JDC |
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SB29
Motor Vehicle Rental Industry; Vehicle License Recovery Fees; Fees; Weight Taxes
RELATING TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE RENTAL INDUSTRY.
Repeals the definition of "vehicle license recovery fees". Limits to vehicle license and registration fees and weight taxes the fees and taxes that a motor vehicle lessor may pass on to a lessee. Amends the prorated amount of vehicle license and registration fees and weight taxes that a motor vehicle lessor may pass on to a lessee. Repeals the requirement that rental car companies submit annual audits to the Office of Consumer Protection of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN. |
CHANG, FEVELLA |
TRS, CPN |
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SB36
LUC; Counties; County General Plan; State Land Use Urban District Boundaries; Reclassification
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Requires the Land Use Commission to reclassify lands that are designated for urban growth under a county general plan or county development plan as being in the urban district at the request of the county. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
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SB41
Conveyance Tax; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Allocations
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Allocates ten per cent of conveyance tax collections to the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Removes the annual cap on conveyance taxes paid into the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fevella, Moriwaki |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB45
Negligent Homicide in the First Degree; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Financial Support; Children
RELATING TO RESTITUTION.
Provides for the making of restitution by a defendant who has been convicted of violating section 707-702.5(1)(a), HRS, where the violation caused the death of a parent or legal guardian of a child. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
CHANG |
TRS, JDC |
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SB71 SD2 HD1
Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Mixed-Income Subaccount; Workforce Rental Housing; Director of Finance; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes the Mixed-Income Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund that targets workforce rental housing projects for persons and families with incomes at or below one hundred forty per cent of the area median income. Authorizes the Director of Finance to transfer funds from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund into the Mixed-Income Subaccount. Appropriates funds into and out of the Mixed-Income Subaccount of the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, RICHARDS, McKelvey, Moriwaki |
HSG, FIN |
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SB77
Residential Leases; State Lands; County Lands; Exemption
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL LEASEHOLDS.
Exempts state and county lands leased after July 1, 2025, for an initial period of not less than ninety-nine years from chapters 516 and 516D, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/WLA, JDC. |
CHANG, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN/WLA, JDC |
HB528 |
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SB83 SD2 HD3
Hotels; Hotel Services; Service Disruption; Third-Party Vendors; Guests; Notice
RELATING TO HOTELS.
Requires hotelkeepers to provide adequate notice of service disruptions to third-party vendors and guests under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO |
TOU, JHA, CPC |
HB594 |
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SB85
DOE; University of Hawaii; School Facilities Authority; County Permit Exemptions; Repetitive Construction
RELATING TO PERMITS.
Establishes an exemption from applicable county permit requirements for repetitive construction projects for facilities under the control of the Department of Education, University of Hawaii, or School Facilities Authority. Repeals 1/1/2030. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EIG/EDU, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LEE, C., Moriwaki |
EIG/EDU, JDC |
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SB87
UH; Mental Health Practitioners; Division of Student Success; Counseling and Student Development Center; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii at Manoa to establish three additional permanent mental health practitioner positions within the Division of Student Success' Counseling and Student Development Center. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, LEE, C., Fukunaga, McKelvey |
EDU, WAM |
HB842 |
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SB96
DLE; Traffic Cameras; Citations; Mail; Motor Vehicles; Traffic Code
RELATING TO TRAFFIC CITATIONS.
Authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to establish traffic cameras and issue a citation by mail for certain violations of traffic-related laws. Establishes that intentional destruction or damage to a traffic camera is a class C felony. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/TRS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS, Gabbard, Kanuha, Wakai |
PSM/TRS, JDC |
HB334 |
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SB98
Low-Speed Electric Bicycles; Minimum Age; Increase
RELATING TO LOW-SPEED ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Increases the minimum age to operate a low-speed electric bicycle from fifteen to sixteen years of age. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIM, Fukunaga, McKelvey, Wakai |
TRS, JDC |
HB236 |
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SB99 SD1 HD1 CD1
DLE; ERS; Retirees; Benefits; School Resource Officers; Labor Shortage; Difficult-to-Fill; State and County Human Resources; 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 a school resource officer identified by the Department of Law Enforcement or other law enforcement agency as a labor shortage or difficult-to-fill position and stationed at a public school, subject to certain conditions. Establishes criteria for various agencies to use in identifying labor shortage or difficult-to-fill positions. 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 school resource officers. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kanuha |
LAB, FIN |
HB214 |
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SB106 SD1 HD2
Pedestrians; Safety; Street Crossing; Pilot Program
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Establishes a three-year Pedestrian Safety Pilot Program in a county with population of two hundred fifty thousand or less, under certain conditions. Authorizes the Governor to revoke and abolish the Pilot Program and overturn a county's request to opt-out of the Pilot Program. Authorizes a county with a population of over two hundred fifty thousand to participate in the Pilot Program, subject to certain conditions. Requires reports to the Legislature. Requires a driver of a vehicle to yield to a pedestrian when the pedestrian clearly indicates their intention to cross a roadway within a crosswalk. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
RHOADS, LEE, C. |
TRS, JDC |
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SB109 SD2 HD1
Hawaiian Language; State Law; Public Documents
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
Requires that the Hawaiian version of a law be held binding if the law in question was originally drafted in Hawaiian and meets certain criteria. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA |
HB304 |
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SB110
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/WLA/AEN, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, GABBARD |
HHS/WLA/AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB343 |
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SB125 SD2 HD1
State Enterprise Zones; Qualified Business; Tax Incentives; Eligible Business Activities; Retail Sales; Value-Added Agricultural Products; Health Care Services; Advanced Manufacturing; Cybersecurity
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Amends the definition of "eligible business activity" for State Enterprise Zone Program purposes to include retail sales of tangible personal property manufactured and sold in the enterprise zone to the final consumer, the processing of value-added agricultural products grown within an enterprise zone, the provision of professional services by health care professionals in health-care-related sectors, the use of advanced manufacturing to produce products, or the development of cybersecurity technology. Extends the eligibility period of the state business tax credit and general excise tax exemption for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones from 7 years to 9 years. Extends the eligibility period of the general excise tax exemption for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones engaged in the manufacturing of tangible personal property or the producing or processing of agricultural products from 10 years to 12 years. Makes the extension of the state business tax credit eligibility period applicable to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025. Makes the extension of the general excise tax exemption eligibility period take effect on 1/1/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
DECOITE, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Kidani, Wakai |
ECD, AGR, FIN |
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SB126
HDOA; UH; CTAHR; Neonicotinoids; Apiaries; Bee Hives; Study; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to conduct a study on the effects of neonicotinoids on Hawaii beehive and apiary operations, including beekeeping activities at solar energy facilities. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, Wakai |
AEN/EDU, WAM |
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SB139
Community Action Programs; Invasive Species; Little Fire Ants; Hawaii Ant Lab
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Authorizes any department of the Invasive Species Council, county, or any agent of a department of the Invasive Species Council or a county, including the Hawaii Ant Lab or an island-based invasive species committee to use community action programs for the control or eradication of certain invasive pests. Defines community action program. Exempts individuals participating in a community action program from pest control operator requirements and regulations. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, CPN/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECORTE, KANUHA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki |
AEN/WLA, CPN/WAM |
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SB143
Special Number Plates; Kahoolawe; Kohe Malamalama o Kanaloa Protect Kahoolawe Fund; Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to commemorate the island of Kahoolawe. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA, WAM |
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SB146 SD1 HD2
Condominiums; Alternative Dispute Resolution; Evaluative Mediation; Binding Arbitration
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Amends the conditions and procedures of alternative dispute resolution methods for condominium-related disputes, including the use of evaluative mediation or binding arbitration. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECORTE, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Wakai |
CPC, JHA |
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SB148 SD2 HD3
State Boxing Commission of Hawaii; Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii; Combat Sports Contests; Prohibitions; Mixed Martial Arts Contests; Repeal; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.
Renames the State Boxing Commission of Hawaii as the Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii. Creates a subcommission on boxing and subcommission on combat sports. Amends the jurisdiction of the Commission to include combat sports contests. Prohibits no rules combat or similar combat sports contests. Repeals the existing Mixed Martial Arts Contests program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:30 PM; Conference Room 224. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
ECD, CPC/JHA, FIN |
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SB164
HHFDC; RHRF; SHRF; DURF; Conveyance Tax; Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount; Affordable Housing; Eligible Applicants; Organizations; Profits; Government Agencies; Grants; Allocations; Eligibility; Fund Allocation; Preference; Priorities; Repeal; Qualified Allocation; Terms; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Repeals statutory requirements for certain housing projects to be eligible for loans from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Repeals certain statutory provisions for grants to developers for rental units eligible to be financed in part or in whole by the RHRF. Repeals statutory language requiring the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to establish an application process for RHRF allocation that prioritized projects meeting certain requirements. Renames the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to the State Housing Revolving Fund (SHRF). Clarifies eligible applicants of the SHRF. Authorizes the HHFDC to use funds from the SHRF for broader housing projects. Establishes the Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount within the SHRF. Authorizes the HHFDC to transfer funds between the Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount and the RHRF without legislative approval. Amends the criteria and eligibility requirements for applicant developers seeking assistance from the SHRF. Requires the HHDFC to maximize the amount of housing built that utilizes loans from the SHRF by prioritizing projects with the shortest projected loan repayment terms that produce the highest number of units, per dollar, per year. Repeals all other priorities and preferences for projects utilizing the RHRF. Establishes a working group to revise the State's Qualified Allocation Plan, the prioritization of the SHRF, and the terms of loans. Requires a report to the Legislature. Allocates ten per cent of conveyance tax collections to the DURF. Removes the annual cap on conveyance taxes paid into the SHRF. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, AQUINO, FEVELLA |
HOU/WLA, WAM/JDC |
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SB167
County Permit Exemptions; Repetitive Construction Projects; State Departments; Off-site Improvements
RELATING TO PERMITS.
Establishes an exemption from applicable county permit requirements for repetitive construction projects for facilities under the control of any state department or agency, under certain conditions. Clarifies that contracts for the construction, renovation, or repair of facilities under the control of the department of education, university of Hawaii, or school facilities authority shall be exempt from county permitting requirements that related off-site improvements be made by the contracting government agency as a condition to the issuance of any permit. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EIG/EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
EIG/EDU, WAM |
HB331 |
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SB171
UH; Hawaii Community College Promise Program; Community College Access; Financial Assistance; Scholarships; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Expands eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii Community College Promise Program to all qualified students. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RHOADS, HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB869 |
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SB177 SD1 HD1 CD1
DAB; Division of Animal Industry; Aquaculture Program; Import Evaluation; Biological Aquatic Risk-Based Framework; Biocontainment Standards; Aquatic Livestock
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Authorizes the Division of Animal Industry of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt, amend, and repeal rules to develop an evaluation and authorization process to import and transport aquatic livestock in the State. Requires the Aquaculture Program to develop a biological aquatic risk-based framework and biocontainment standards for the aquatic livestock evaluation and authorization process. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Fevella, San Buenaventura |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
HB47 |
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SB183 SD1 HD1
EUTF; Collective Bargaining; Contributions; Disputes; Impasses; Arbitration
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
Allows impasses and disputes relating to the amounts of State and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to be resolved by arbitration. Repeals the prohibition against strikes by members of bargaining units on the issue of the amounts of State and county contributions to the Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
AQUINO |
LAB, FIN |
HB160 |
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SB186
Motor Carrier Vehicles; Inspection; Repealed
RELATING TO MOTOR CARRIER VEHICLES.
Repeals inspection requirements for motor carrier vehicles. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
FEVELLA, DECORTE, Awa, San Buenaventura |
TRS, JDC |
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SB188
State Permitting Office; DOT; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A STATE PERMITTING OFFICE.
Establishes the State Permitting Office within the Department of Transportation to process building and infrastructure permits for construction of state-owned buildings, state roads and highways, and other construction on state lands. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to GVO/TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO, CHANG, Awa |
GVO/TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB195
HDOT; Counties; Mass Transit Fares; Fare Increases; Transit Based Advertisements
RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the counties, before implementing any new mass transit fare or increasing any existing fare, to first seek revenues from alternative sources, including transit-based advertisements. Requires a county that decides, after seeking alternative revenue sources, to implement a new or increased mass transit fare to submit a justification report to the Department of Transportation. Requires the Department of Transportation to reject or approve the proposed new mass transit fare or fare increase within 30 days of receiving a county's justification report. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM. |
FEVELLA, Gabbard, Moriwaki |
TRS/EIG, WAM |
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SB197
LUC; DHHL; DLNR; UH; Public Notice; Land Use; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC NOTICE.
Establishes enhanced public notice requirements for changes in land use by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Department of Land and Natural Resources, or University of Hawaii and boundary changes by the Land Use Commission. Requires approval of the project by the community through a referendum of nearby adult residents except for projects within the Mauna Kea science reserve, which require a referendum by all adult residents of the country in which the Mauna Kea science reserve is located. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN/EDU, WAM/JDC. |
FEVELLA, DECORTE |
WLA/HWN/EDU, WAM/JDC |
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SB198
DOD; DLNR; United States Military; Leases; Lease Extensions; Prohibitions; Public Lands
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Prohibits the State from leasing public lands to or extending the lease of the US Department of Defense or any branch of the US military if the department or branch is noncompliant with any environmental order, consent decree, or memoranda of agreement, or any law, rule, or order on a matter affecting residents' health and safety. Requires Department of Land and Natural Resources to request that the military agree to remediation of existing leased lands prior to the end of the lease term. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC. |
FEVELLA, DECORTE |
WLA/PSM, JDC |
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SB204
State Water Code; Commission on Water Resource Management; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty and amends the maximum penalty 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. Makes the setting, charging, and collecting of administrative fines by the Commission on Water Resource Management mandatory, rather than discretionary. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS |
WLA, JDC/WAM |
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SB205
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; HHC; CWRM; 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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, RICHARDS, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
WLA/HWN, WAM |
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SB206
Residential Property; Nonresident Aliens; Prohibitions
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Prohibits nonresident aliens and businesses and trusts that are significantly controlled by nonresident aliens from acquiring certain residential property in the State, except as otherwise provided by law. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, JDC. |
FEVELLA |
HOU/WLA, JDC |
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SB207
DOT; Airports; Harbors; Illegal Fireworks; Inspection Facilities
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to install and use at each state airport and commercial harbor electronic equipment capable of scanning for illegal fireworks. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/TRS, WAM. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO, CHANG, GABBARD |
PSM/TRS, WAM |
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SB209
Water Use; Commission on Water Resource Management; Recreational or Ornamental Purposes; Prohibition
RELATING TO WATER.
Prohibits the use of 1,000,000 or more gallons of water per year for recreational or ornamental purposes. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
FEVELLA |
WLA, JDC |
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SB210
DLNR; United States Military; Leases; Lease Extensions; Prohibitions; Public Lands
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Prohibits the Department of Land and Natural Resources from approving any land disposition to the United States military that allows for or facilitates any military training activities on the subject lands. Requires that any lease or lease extension between the State and the US Department of Defense or branches of the US military include certain provisions, including an acknowledgement that the State retains authority over all environmental matters within its jurisdiction. Provides that violation of state or federal environmental law, or any law, rule, or order on a matter affecting the health and safety of the State's residents, shall be grounds for terminating the lease. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC. |
FEVELLA, DECORTE |
WLA/PSM, JDC |
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SB211
Hawaii Community Development Authority; OHA; Residential Development; Kakaako Makai
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Allows the raising of the building height limit for 2 of the 5 parcels owned by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs in the Kakaako Makai area to 400 feet. Lifts the current restriction against residential development on the 5 OHA-owned parcels in Kakaako Makai to allow residential development by OHA or by third parties to which OHA conveys the parcels. Requires OHA and any developer to provide written notice to any tenant or resident of potential aircraft related nuisances before entering into a lease, and to assess and propose mitigation efforts to address aircraft related nuisances in development plans and proposals. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN/HOU/TRS, JDC/WAM. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, Richards |
WLA/HWN/HOU/TRS, JDC/WAM |
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SB217
DOT; Toll Roads; Toll Charges; Hana Highway
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Director of Transportation to designate as a toll road, and impose toll charges for the use of, any existing state highway. Requires the Director of Transportation to designate as a toll road a certain portion of Hana Highway. Requires the Department of Transportation to develop a plan to exempt resident vehicle operators from the imposition of toll charges for the use of Hana Highway. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
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SB219
Ocean Recreation and Coastal Areas Programs; DLNR; State Small Boat Harbors; Maui County; Inter-Island Ferry Services; Fees
RELATING TO INTER-ISLAND FERRY SERVICE.
Clarifies that harbor use fees shall not be waived for vessels engaging in inter-island ferry service within Maui county. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/TRS, WAM/CPN. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/TRS, WAM/CPN |
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SB220
County Surcharge on State Tax; Extension; General Excise Tax; Transient Accommodations Tax
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION FINANCING.
Authorizes a county that has adopted a surcharge to state tax to extend the surcharge to 12/31/2056. Extends the end date of the one percent Transient Accommodation Tax increase to 12/31/2056. Requires the State Auditor to conduct an audit and annual review of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation until 12/31/2056. Requires the Comptroller to certify the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation's invoices for capital costs until 12/31/2056. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, RICHARDS |
TRS/EIG, WAM |
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SB225
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Wakai |
TRS, JDC |
HB711 |
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SB228 SD1 HD2
Excited Delirium; Medical Diagnosis; Cause of Death; Incident Report; Law Enforcement Officers; Hawaii Rules of 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 medical examiner, coroner, or health care provider 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 Hawaii Rule of Evidence that deems evidence that a person experienced or suffered an excited delirium inadmissible in a civil action. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, Fevella |
HLT, JHA |
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SB231
Agricultural Tourism; Accessory and Secondary Use; Restrictions; Productive Agricultural Use
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL TOURISM.
Requires the counties to adopt ordinances setting forth procedures and requirements for the review and permitting of agricultural tourism uses and activities as secondary uses, in addition to accessory uses, on a working farm or farming operation. Requires the counties' ordinances to include requirements that: the principal agricultural use on a working farm or farming operation preexists the issuance of any land use permit or building permit for any accessory and secondary use; agricultural tourism includes only those activities that are allowed under existing zoning and land use regulations; and agricultural tourism be allowed only on land on which productive agricultural use is occurring. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN/EIG/EDT, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
WLA/AEN/EIG/EDT, WAM |
HB189 |
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SB237 SD1
Adaptation Pathways; Adaptation Planning for Residential and Resort Shoreline Development; Sea Level Rise Exposure Area; Appropriation ($)
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. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB1245 |
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SB238
UH; DOH; Water Resources Research Center; New Wastewater System and Individual Wastewater System Technology Demonstration and Implementation Pilot Program; Reports; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a three-year New Wastewater System and Individual Wastewater System Technology Demonstration and Implementation Pilot Program within the University of Hawaii at Manoa Water Resources Research Center. Requires the University of Hawaii at Manoa Water Resource Research Center to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/EDU/HHS, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KANUHA, RHOADS, Fukunaga |
AEN/EDU/HHS, WAM |
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SB241
DLNR; Climate Health and Environmental Action Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
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, which, beginning 1/1/2026, will be funded by a $25 tax on transient accommodations. Exempts certain housing used for emergencies during a state disaster from the Transient Accommodations Tax. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN/EDT, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, RHOADS, Moriwaki |
WLA/AEN/EDT, WAM/JDC |
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SB244
Conservation and Resources; Parrotfish; Spearing; Prohibitions
RELATING TO PARROTFISH.
Amends conservation and resources law to prohibit: (1) Commercial sales of parrotfish that have been caught by spearing; and (2) The spearing of parrotfish in state waters after sunset or before sunrise. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, CPN/JDC. |
GABBARD |
WLA, CPN/JDC |
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SB246
DLNR; NOAA; Coral Reef Herbivores; Coral Reefs; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CORAL REEFS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a study on the populations of coral reef herbivores around the island of Oahu and an analysis of policies and strategies to increase the populations of coral reef herbivores around Oahu, in consultation with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center and other experts. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, CHANG, KANUHA |
WLA, WAM |
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SB247
Conveyance Tax Surcharge; Net Capital Gains; Agricultural Land
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND CONVEYANCE TAX.
Establishes a surcharge on the conveyance tax upon the net capital gain from the transfer or conveyance of agricultural land. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, Fevella |
WLA, WAM |
HB929 |
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SB253 SD2 HD1
Condominiums; Budget Summaries; Condominium Associations; Boards of Directors; Compliance; Standing; Good Faith Defense; Burden of Proof
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM RESERVES.
Requires a detailed budget summary to contain all required information without referring the reader to other portions of the budget or reserve study. Excludes the good faith defense for associations whose boards adopt a budget that omits the required detailed budget summary. Clarifies a unit owner's standing and the association's burden of proving substantial compliance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 800). |
KEOHOKALOLE, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Wakai |
CPC, JHA |
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SB272
Maui County Council Package; Water; CWRM; Emergency Orders; Water Shortages; Fines
RELATING TO WATER.
Defines the public trust responsibilities of the Commission on Water Resource Management. Allows the Commission to retain independent legal counsel. Amends the scope of the Commission to include declaration of emergencies. Repeals the position of Deputy to the Chairperson of the Commission on Water Resource Management and establishes the position of Executive Director. Amends the composition of the Commission. Authorizes entities to challenge an emergency order of the Commission under certain conditions. Establishes fines for certain water use offenses. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB405 |
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SB277 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Penal Code; Sexual Offenses Against Minors
RELATING TO SEXUAL OFFENSES AGAINST MINORS.
Increases the penalty for promoting minor-produced sexual images to a felony if the person is more than 3 years older than the minor. Extends the probationary term for felony obscenity offenses. Tolls the statute of limitations for obscenity offenses during a victim's minority. Requires sex offender registration for felony obscenity offenses involving minors. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB384 |
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SB278
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Sentencing; Elder Persons
RELATING TO ELDER CRIME VICTIMS.
Removes state of mind requirement pertaining to a victim's age for felony assaults aggravated by the victim's age. Raises the threshold age from 60 years of age or older to 65 years of age or older. |
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1/28/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB385 |
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SB294
DOE; UH; Education; Health Care Workforce; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds to support educational training programs to expand the State's health care workforce. Allocates funds to the Department of Education for health care certificate programs and classroom renovations for health care training in public high schools. Allocates funds to the University of Hawaii for education programs that support certified nurse assistants in becoming licensed practical nurses. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/EDU, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Elefante, Fukunaga, Gabbard, Richards, Wakai |
HHS/EDU, WAM |
HB714 |
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SB298 SD1 HD1
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to be expended by the Department of Human Services to increase funding for Medicaid in-home services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HSH, FIN |
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SB299 SD2 HD1
Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LOAN REPAYMENT FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS.
Appropriates funds for the Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HLT, FIN |
HB213 |
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SB315
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Feral Pigs; Permitting Process; Expedited
RELATING TO FERAL PIGS.
Creates an expedited permitting process to authorize the destruction or control of feral pigs on privately owned land, if the feral pigs have caused or are likely to cause substantial damage to agricultural or aquacultural crops, indigenous plants or wildlife, or pose a threat to human health and safety. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, KIM, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
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SB325 SD1 HD1
Mandatory Tax Credit; Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund; Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Fund; Constitution; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND.
Provides a tax credit to taxpayers and makes deposits to the emergency and budget reserve fund and other post-employment benefits trust fund pursuant to article VII, section 6, of the Hawaii State Constitution. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DELA CRUZ |
FIN |
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SB328 SD1 HD2
Income Tax; Dairy Farm Retrofit; Hog Farm Conversion; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an income tax credit for capital infrastructure costs incurred in the conversion of a dairy farm to a hog farm. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, KIM, Richards, San Buenaventura |
AGR, ECD, FIN |
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SB346
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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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
RHOADS |
TRS, JDC |
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SB364
BLNR; DLNR; DOBOR; State Boating Facility Lease Program; Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor; State Boating Facilities; Reports
RELATING TO STATE BOATING FACILITIES.
Establishes a State Boating Facility Lease Program within the Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to be administered by DOBOR. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural to lease Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor for private development, management, maintenance, and operation. Repeals provisions relating to the leasing of fast lands and submerged lands of Ala Wai Boat Harbor. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Repeals the State Boating Facility Lease Program on 6/30/2045. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Hashimoto |
WLA, WAM |
HB210 |
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SB366
DLNR; Abandoned Property; Personal Property; Property Storage; Streams; Tributaries
RELATING TO STREAM MAINTENANCE.
Clarifies that personal property stored in or near a public stream or tributary for a continuous period of more than twenty-four hours shall become abandoned property which the Department of Land and Natural Resources shall dispose of. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Gabbard |
WLA, JDC |
HB211 |
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SB367
Mopeds; Motor Vehicles; Mufflers; Certificate of Inspection
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits the issuance of a certificate of inspection for a moped or motor vehicle that has been altered, installed, or otherwise modified in any way which will noticeably increase the noise emitted by the motor vehicle or moped above that emitted by the motor vehicle or moped as equipped from the factory. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, GABBARD, RHOADS, Wakai |
TRS, JDC |
HB102 |
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SB382 HD1
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 any protest is resolved and the contract is executed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, DECORTE, FEVELLA, KIM, Fukunaga, Kanuha, Richards |
FIN |
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SB386
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, DECORTE, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA, WAM/JDC |
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SB389
General Excise Tax; Exemption; Medicaid; Medicare; TRICARE; Optometrists; Audiologists; Chiropractors; Act 47 (2024)
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Expands the general excise tax exemption established by Act 47, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, to include amounts received by optometrists, audiologists, and chiropractors, for healthcare-related goods or services purchased under the Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE programs. |
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2/2/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki |
HHS, WAM |
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SB392
Electric Bicycles; Regulations; Registration; Minimum Age to Operate
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Amends the definition of electric bicycles subject to various state laws and classifies electric bicycles by top assisted speed. Establishes additional regulations for the registration and use of electric bicycles. Increases the minimum age to operate an electric bicycle. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/CPN, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Hashimoto, Kanuha, Moriwaki, Richards |
TRS/CPN, JDC |
HB435 |
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SB401 SD2 HD1 CD2
Firearms; Gun Safety; Assault Rifles; Assault Shotguns; .50 Caliber Firearms; Detachable Magazines; Prohibition
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Establishes prohibitions on assault rifles, assault shotguns, and .50 caliber firearms. Expands the ban on high-capacity detachable magazines. Allows possession of an assault rifle, assault shotgun, or detachable magazine with a capacity greater than ten rounds when certain conditions are met. Effective 1/1/2026. (CD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, CHANG, Wakai |
JHA |
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SB403
Waikiki Beach Replenishment; Public Funding Limit; Resort Zoned Areas; Greater Private Sector Contributions
RELATING TO BEACHES.
Limits public funding of beach replenishment projects in resort zoned areas to twenty per cent of the total cost. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM. |
RHOADS |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
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SB411 SD2 HD1 CD1
DLNR; Small Boat Harbors; State Parks; Capital Improvement Projects; Existing Facilities; Exception; Reports
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AT STATE SMALL BOAT HARBORS AND STATE PARKS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to engage in certain capital improvement projects at state small boat harbors and state parks without prior approval from the Legislature and Governor for existing facilities. Requires semiannual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets five years after the effective date. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, DECORTE, FEVELLA, Gabbard, San Buenaventura |
GVO/WLA, WAM |
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SB414 SD2 HD2
Department of Transportation; County of Maui; Permanent Housing; Villages of Leialii; Land; Access Road; Condemnation; Major Disaster Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RESTORING ACCESS TO DISASTER-AFFECTED AREAS.
Requires the Department of Transportation to institute proceedings to condemn certain lands in Lahaina to build a new access road from Keawe Street to the Kilohana and Kalaiola sites developed in the Villages of Leialii. Appropriates funds out of the Major Disaster Fund for the appraisals and other preparations for the condemnation proceedings. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Fevella, Fukunaga, Gabbard |
HSG, PBS, FIN |
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SB415
DLNR; Division of State Parks; Accessible Wilderness and State Parks Trails Program; Accessible Wilderness and State Parks Trails Program Special Fund; Trail Accessibility; Americans with Disabilities Act; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRAIL ACCESSIBILITY.
Establishes the Accessible Wilderness and State Parks Trails Program within the Division of State Parks of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Establishes the Accessible Wilderness and State Parks Trails Program Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA, Elefante, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
HB1269 |
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SB427
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RHOADS |
WLA, JDC |
HB491 |
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SB431
DLE; Traffic Violations; Parking for Disabled Persons; Citizen Reporting
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Allows persons entitled to park in disabled parking spaces to report vehicles illegally parked in disabled parking spaces to the Department of Law Enforcement. Upon receipt of a legitimate report, requires the Department to send a notice to the offender informing them of the report and advising them of the law and penalties for illegally parking in a handicapped space. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/TRS, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
PSM/TRS, JDC/WAM |
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SB433
Deadly or Dangerous Weapon; Bladed Weapon; Open Carry; Affirmative Defense
RELATING TO WEAPONS.
Prohibits any person from openly carrying a deadly or dangerous weapon. Includes bladed weapon in the list of deadly or dangerous weapons. Establishes an affirmative defense to a prosecution for the purposes of lawful self-defense and transporting a weapon. |
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2/2/2026- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Elefante |
PSM, JDC |
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SB437
East-West Center; Grants; Standards and Conditions; Exemption
RELATING TO THE EAST-WEST CENTER.
Exempts the Center for Cultural and Technical Exchange Between East and West, Inc. from the qualifying standards and conditions related to the receipt of funds contained in chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, provided that if the center contracts with a recipient or provider, then the conditions in chapter 42F, shall apply to that recipient or provider and the contract. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, KIDANI |
WLA, WAM |
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SB438 SD2 HD3
DOH; CWRM; Waste or Disposal Facilities; Landfill Units; Agricultural Districts; Buffer Zones; Underground Injection Control Lines; Prohibition
RELATING TO WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES.
Prohibits landfill units on land in an agricultural district with class A soils. Beginning 7/1/2025, narrows the prohibition on constructing, modifying, or expanding waste or disposal facilities within a one-half mile buffer zone of residential, school, or hospital property lines to apply specifically to landfill units or components of landfill units. Beginning 7/1/2025, prohibits the construction, modification, or expansion of a landfill unit, or any component of a landfill unit, inland of an underground injection control line in a county with a population greater than five hundred thousand, with certain exemptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/WLA, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Kim |
HHS/WLA, WAM |
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SB439 SD1 HD1
BLNR; State Parks; Trails; User Fees; Nonresidents; Rules
RELATING TO FEES.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules to impose user fees that apply solely to nonresidents visiting state parks and trails, as selected by the Board. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TOU/WAL, FIN |
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SB440 SD2 HD1
DOE; University of Hawaii; Scholarship; Career and Technical Education; Teacher Shortages; Teaching License; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the Future Career and Technical Education Teacher Scholarship Program to be administered by the Department of Education to facilitate the recruitment and retention of career and technical education teachers in Hawaii public schools. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KIDANI, KIM, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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SB441 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Designation; Funding; Chapter 42F Exemption; General Fund; State of Hawaii Endowment Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
Designates the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra as the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Exempts general fund appropriations to the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for general operating costs of the Orchestra and for deposit into the State of Hawaii Endowment Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, KIM |
WLA, WAM |
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SB443 SD1 HD2
DOA; Solar; Wind; Agricultural Lands
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Requires that lands within the agricultural district with class B or C soils that have solar or wind energy facilities must also obtain certification from the Department of Agriculture that the lands are also used for a farming operation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, AQUINO, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, KIM, San Buenaventura |
WLA/EIG, WAM |
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SB457
BLNR; Submerged Lands; Sea-Level Rise; Penalties; Easements
RELATING TO STATE LANDS.
Establishes penalties for failure to comply with certain submerged land reclamation regulations. Adds requirements for presently reclaimed land to be disposed of by the Board of Land and Natural Resources, without recourse to public auction, to an abutting owner, by sale, or by lease. Provides requirements for the Board of Land and Natural Resources to lease state submerged lands and lands beneath tidal waters. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RHOADS, Richards |
WLA, JDC |
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SB459
DOT; Deputy Director of Highways; Advice and Consent
RELATING TO THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF HIGHWAYS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Deputy Director of Highways of the Department of Transportation to be subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
RHOADS |
TRS, JDC |
HB101 |
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SB469
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DHS; Affordable Housing; Conveyance Tax; Rates; Exemption; Homeless Services Fund; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Establishes the Homeless Services Special Fund. Allows counties to apply for matching funds from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund for certain housing projects. Increases the conveyance tax rates for certain properties. Establishes conveyance tax rates for multifamily residential properties. Establishes new exemptions to the conveyance tax. Allocates collected conveyance taxes to the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund, Homeless Services Special Fund and, and Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Amends allocations to the Land Conservation Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/HOU/WLA, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/HOU/WLA, WAM |
HB377 |
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SB471
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Environment; Individual Wastewater Systems; Nearshore Waters; Denitrification Capacity
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Requires newly installed or modified individual wastewater systems that are near the shoreline, or likely to pollute groundwater, to include denitrification capacity. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB379 |
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SB478
Low-Speed Electronic Bicycles; Operator Requirements
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Requires operators of low-speed electronic bicycles to possess a valid driver's license, instruction permit, or provisional license. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE |
TRS, JDC |
HB184 |
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SB484
Department of Transportation; Rebate; Electric Mobility Subaccount; Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Renames the Electric Bicycle and Electric Moped Rebate Program to the Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program. Expands eligibility and amends the maximum rebate amount. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
CHANG |
TRS, WAM |
HB670 |
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SB489
Hawaii Community Development Authority; Transit-oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Districts; Environmental Impact Statements
RELATING TO TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Community Development Authority to prepare environmental impact statements for the Iwilei/Kapalama and University of Hawaii West Oahu transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement districts on the island of Oahu. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
CHANG |
WLA, WAM |
HB742 |
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SB494 SD2 HD1
Auditor; Charter Schools; State Public Charter School Commission; Financial Audit; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Requires the Auditor to conduct a financial audit of each charter school under the State Public Charter School Commission. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires the State Public Charter School Commission to take action based on the Auditor's recommendations. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
RICHARDS, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIM, Chang |
EDN, LMG, FIN |
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SB502
All-Terrain Vehicles; Highways; Drivers; Equipment; Agriculture
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Allows all-terrain vehicle to drive on streets with posted speed limits of not more than forty-five miles per hour. Allows all-terrain vehicles to drive in the evening and night if they are equipped with headlights, tail lights, and while displaying a slow moving vehicle emblem. 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 six people in seat belts. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, San Buenaventura |
TRS, JDC |
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SB503
DLNR; BLNR; Dam and Reservoir Safety; Inspections; Risk Assessment; Risk Mitigation; Dam Insurance; High Hazard; Burden of Proof; Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program
RELATING TO DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to incorporate into their assessment process the possession of dam insurance or the active seeking of dam insurance by private dam owners, as part of their valid mitigation strategies, in conjunction with approved modifications or repairs. Authorizes the DLNR to relax any restrictions and stringent standards on a dam or appurtenance upon verification of certain insurance coverage. Authorizes the DLNR to consider a dam, reservoir, or appurtenance is safe absent certain documents. Shifts the burden of proof to the DLNR to find that a dam is categorized as high-risk. Establishes additional requirements for the DLNR and Board of Land and Natural Resources regarding the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB507
DOA; UH; Meat Processing; Educational Pathway; Working Group; Reports
RELATING TO MEAT PROCESSING.
Establishes a working group within the Department of Agriculture to develop a plan that creates an educational pathway in the University of Hawaii community college system to equip interested students with the necessary entry level knowledge, skill set, expertise, and advancement potential in the field of meat processing. Require reports to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECORTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY |
AEN/EDU, WAM |
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SB508
DLNR; Hiking Trails; Search and Rescue; Hike Safe Card; Search and Rescue Special Fund; Mandatory Reimbursement; Counties; Administrative Rules; Trespassing; Misdemeanor; 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. Makes appropriations. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, DECOITE, DECORTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, KIM, MCKELVEY, WAKAI, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB510
DLNR; Lapakahi Marine Life Conservation District; Fishing; Moratorium
RELATING TO THE LAPAKAHI MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICT.
Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules lifting the moratorium on fishing in the Lapakahi Marine Life Conservation District. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
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SB516
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 in counties with a population of less than five hundred thousand and that meet other conditions. 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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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
RICHARDS, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIM, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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SB517
DOA; UH; CTAHR; Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program; Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program Special Fund; Rules; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture in collaboration with the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources and other relevant stakeholders. Establishes the Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program Special Fund. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to adopt administrative rules. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, Fevella |
AEN/EDU, WAM |
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SB518
DLNR; Commercial Activity; Right-of-Entry Permits; Unencumbered State Lands; State Beaches; Wiki Permits Service
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY PERMITS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to update the online Wiki Permits service to include locations for which a right-of-entry permit for commercial activity is available via the service. Requires public input prior to the removal of any location from the list of available locations. Requires the Department to refund fees for right-of-entry permits if the permitted location is removed from the list of available locations before the commercial activity occurs. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard |
WLA, WAM |
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SB519
DLNR; Division of Aquatic Resources; Marine Resources; Aquaculture
RELATING TO AQUATIC LIFE.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to amend the definition of "aquarium purposes", in Hawaii Administrative Rules, to allow a bona fide aquaculture entity or scientific research entity to collect aquatic life without a permit so long as the aquatic life remains in the county in which it was collected while it is alive. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, Fevella, Wakai |
WLA/EDT, JDC |
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SB521
DHHL; County Board or Department of Water Supply; Access to Water; Hawaiian Home Lands; Agreements
RELATING TO ACCESS TO WATER ON HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to work with the appropriate county board or department of water supply to provide access to potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian home lands; provided that any agreement between DHHL and that county board or department of water supply is made available to the public. |
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2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD |
HWN/WLA, JDC |
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SB535
DLNR; DOH; Land Transfer; Advisory Committee; Reports
RELATING TO FEDERAL LAND.
Establishes an Advisory Committee convened by the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Department of Health to inventory lands owned by the United States government which may be reasonably transferred back to the State and to make recommendations on relevant land conditions and appropriateness of potential transfer. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HHS, JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KIDANI, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
WLA/HHS, JDC |
SB1188 |
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SB543
DLNR; CWRM; Red Hill WAI; Policy Lead and Coordination; Red Hill Remediation Special Fund; Public Trust Purpose; Responsibilities; Commission Membership; Executive Director; Independent Legal Counsel; Emergency Order; Water Emergencies; Water Shortage Declarations; Fines; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WATER.
Part I: Establishes a WAI Policy Coordinator and other positions within the Commission on Water Resource Management for coordination of Red Hill WAI initiatives. Creates the Red Hill Remediation Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature, Governor, and Mayor and City Council of the City and County of Honolulu. Appropriates funds. Part II: Allows the Commission of Water Resource Management 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. Specifies that the nominating committee of the Commission shall include one person appointed by the Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, Richards |
WLA/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB550
DOH; DLNR; Landfill Advisory Committee; Landfills; Solid Waste; Hazardous Waste; Aquifers; Prohibition; Penalties
RELATING TO WATER.
Establishes the Landfill Advisory Committee within the Department of Health. Requires the DOH, in consultation with the Department of Land and Natural Resources and each county's department of board or water supply to create maps of the State's drinking water aquifers. Prohibits the siting, construction, modification, or expansion of any waste or disposal facility for hazardous or solid waste on land that is near or above an aquifer as determined by the DOH in consultation with the affected county's department or board of water supply. Expands buffer zones from one-half mile to one mile around a waste or disposal facility. Establishes penalties. Expands the definition of buffer zone to include aquifers, hotel or tourist accommodations, and businesses. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/WLA, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
HHS/WLA, WAM/JDC |
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SB564
Working Group; DOT; Harbors Division; HDOA; Study; Harbors; Report; Ports; Piers; Infrastructure; Agriculture; Transportation; 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. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
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SB568
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, KIM, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
WLA, WAM |
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SB570
Hunting; Goats; Bag Limits; Public Hunting Areas; Prohibition; Department of Land and Natural Resources
RELATING TO GOATS.
Prohibits the Department of Land and Natural Resources from establishing or implementing bag limits for goats in public hunting areas. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, INOUYE, KANUHA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA, JDC |
HB347 |
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SB575
Historic Preservation Reviews; Third-party Consultants
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEWS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to contract its review of proposed state projects, projects on privately owned historic property, and projects affecting historic properties to third-party consultants if the Department is unable to complete its review within sixty days. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
HB830 |
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SB577
Rental Housing Project Disaster Recovery Permits
RELATING TO RENTAL HOUSING PROJECT DISASTER RECOVERY PERMITS.
Authorizes departments to issue permits for the development of multi-family rental housing projects on state or county land that was used for a multi-family rental housing project before a state emergency. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, KANUHA, Moriwaki |
HOU/WLA, JDC |
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SB578
Historic Property; Historic Preservation; Statehood Day; Hawaii Register of Historic Places
RELATING TO HISTORIC PROPERTY.
Amends the definition of "historic property" under the State's historic preservation program to include only property that predates Statehood Day and, with respect to buildings and structures, is registered on the Hawaii Register of Historic Places. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WLA, JDC |
HB533 |
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SB585 SD2
SPRB; Bana Pacific Inc.; Biogas Production Facility ($)
RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST BANA PACIFIC INC.
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds to assist Bana Pacific Inc. in constructing a biogas production facility. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EEP, FIN, referral sheet 15 |
WAKAI, McKelvey, Richards |
EEP, FIN |
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SB590
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Elefante, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
WLA, WAM |
HB317 |
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SB594
Offenses Against Seniors; Penal Code; Enhanced Penalties
RELATING TO CRIMES AGAINST SENIORS.
Removes the requirement that a perpetrator of certain crimes knows or reasonably should know that the victim is a person sixty years of age or older. |
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1/28/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HHS, JDC |
HB444 |
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SB595
DHS; Adult Protective and Community Services Branch; Courts; Power of Attorney; Cognitive Deficit; Revocation; Change of Agent; Investigation; Remedies; Penalties
RELATING TO POWERS OF ATTORNEY.
Establishes additional requirements to revoke or make changes relating to agents under powers of attorney of principals diagnosed with cognitive deficits. Requires submittals to the Adult Protective and Community Service Branch of the Department of Human Services. Requires the Branch to issue a notice of receipt to the principal and any person initiating the change. Establishes a mandatory waiting period before any proposed change takes effect. Establishes an expedited process for a court order granting an emergency change to a power of attorney. |
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1/28/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
HHS, JDC |
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SB607
Vehicle Weight Tax; Annual Vehicle Registration Fee; Disabled Veterans; Exemption
RELATING TO DISABLED VETERANS.
Exempts disabled veterans from the State's vehicle weight tax and repeals the exemption for disabled veterans from the State's annual vehicle registration fee. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, GABBARD, RICHARDS, Fevella, San Buenaventura |
TRS/PSM, WAM |
HB657 |
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SB608 SD2 HD1
Veterans Rights and Benefits; Advice; Assistance; Regulation
RELATING TO VETERANS RIGHTS AND BENEFITS.
Regulates persons receiving compensation for providing advice or assistance regarding veterans benefits. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
WAKAI, AQUINO, CHANG, KIDANI, Gabbard, Hashimoto, Richards |
PBS, CPC, JHA |
HB652 |
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SB616
Department of Transportation; Counties; Motor Vehicles; Towing; Illegal Parking; Registration; Certificate of Title
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Requires the immediate towing of any parked motor vehicle that is not properly registered, does not display a valid safety inspection sticker, or is parked in violation of any state traffic law. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
FEVELLA |
TRS, JDC |
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SB621
Public Lands; Negotiation; Public Auction
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Requires that all lease extensions for public lands be subject to public auction. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM. |
FEVELLA |
WLA, JDC/WAM |
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SB634
DOT; Marine Passenger Fees; Cruise Ship Passenger Fee; Cruise Ship Passenger Fee Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MARINE PASSENGER FEES.
Establishes a cruise ship passenger fee to be collected beginning 1/1/2026 by the Department of Transportation to be used for infrastructure projects benefiting cruise ships with an emphasis on climate change mitigation and adaptation. Establishes the Cruise Ship Passenger Fee Special Fund. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
RHOADS |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
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SB644
Land Court; Bureau of Conveyances; Real Property; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Repeals the Land Court. Requires registered owners of an interest in property registered in land court to deregister their interest. Requires the land court to inform registered owners of the requirement to deregister. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga |
WLA, WAM/JDC |
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SB647
Transportation; Low-Speed Electric Bicycles; Regulations
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Amends various definitions of "moped" throughout the Hawaii Revised Statutes to exclude low-speed electric bicycles. Deletes an unused term from Chapter 286, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Establishes regulations for low-speed electric bicycles and clarifies the applicability of certain conflicting regulations that are applicable to all bicycles. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO, CHANG, MORIWAKI |
TRS, JDC |
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SB649
DOT; Aircraft; Airports; Fireworks; Articles Pyrotechnic; Inspections; Disposal
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to inspect personal aircraft that enter the State and land at state airports for the purpose of preventing the unauthorized transportation of fireworks and article pyrotechnic into the State. Requires the Department to coordinate with an appropriate law enforcement agency or county fire department to dispose of prohibited fireworks and articles pyrotechnic. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
FEVELLA, CHANG |
TRS/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB652
DOH; Tires; Tire Retailers; Inventory; Database
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE TIRES.
Requires tire retailers to collect and submit to the Department of Health certain information relating to tires sold by the retailer. Requires the Department of Health to establish and maintain a database containing this information. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/HHS, CPN. |
FEVELLA, AQUINO, CHANG, KIM |
TRS/HHS, CPN |
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SB655
Richard "Buffalo" Keaulana Day
RELATING TO RICHARD "BUFFALO" KEAULANA DAY.
Designates September 2nd of each year as "Richard "Buffalo" Keaulana Day". |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, Awa |
WLA, WAM |
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SB656
DLNR; Red Hill; Water; Contamination Plume; Monitoring; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WATER.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Land and Natural Resources to install one hundred monitoring wells to collect data and map the migration of the Red Hill contamination plume. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB657 SD1 HD1
UH; SOEST; Center for Climate Resilient Development; Establishment; Climate Change; Appropriation ($)
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 at Manoa to establish and operate a Center for Climate Resilient Development. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
HB1455 |
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SB663
UH; CTAHR; Agricultural Technicians; Community Coordinators; Positions; Established; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to establish eight full-time equivalent (8.0 FTE) agricultural technician positions and four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) community coordinator positions. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB668
Waste or Disposal Facilities; Significant Aquifers; Buffer Zones
RELATING TO WASTE OR DISPOSAL FACILITIES.
Prohibits the construction, modification, or expansion of any waste or disposal facility on land that is near or above a significant aquifer as determined by the Department of Health. Reduces the required buffer zone around waste or disposal facilities. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/WLA, WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, Moriwaki |
HHS/WLA, WAM |
HB748 |
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SB671
Dangerous Pesticides; State Land; State Facilities; Regulation
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Prohibits the use of certain dangerous pesticides on state lands and at state facilities, except as needed to respond to emergencies. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/GVO/WLA, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
AEN/GVO/WLA, CPN/WAM |
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SB672
UH; CIP; Waimanalo Research Station; GO Bonds ($)
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 Waimanalo Research Station. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG |
EDU, WAM |
HB779 |
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SB673
DLNR; Environmental Stewardship Fee Program; Environmental Stewardship Fee Special Fund; Report; Appropriation
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP FEES.
Effective 7/1/2027, establishes the Environmental Stewardship 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 Environmental Stewardship Fee Special Fund effective 7/1/2025. Allocates a certain amount of transient accommodations tax revenues to the special fund. Requires report to the Legislature on strategic plan and timetable for objectives and implementation of the environmental stewardship fee program. Appropriates funds for the environmental stewardship fee strategic plan and positions for the Environmental Stewardship Fee Program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS |
WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC |
HB752 |
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SB709 SD2 HD2
DOH; DLE; AG; Mental Health; Crisis Intervention Officers; Assisted Community Treatment; Administration of Treatment Over the Patient's Objection
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Director of Law Enforcement to adopt rules establishing training and certification standards and procedures for crisis intervention officers. Requires the Department of Health to approve the content of such training. Clarifies the scope of treatment permitted under assisted community treatment orders. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to assist with the preparation, filing, and presentation of requests for a court order to provide treatment over a patient's objection. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Fukunaga |
HSH/HLT, JHA |
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SB717 SD1 HD1
Collective Bargaining; Grievance; Suspension; Discharge; Exempt Employees
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Repeals the prohibition placed on certain employees exempt from Civil Service Law from grieving a suspension or discharge. Allows any employee who is a member of an appropriate bargaining unit to grieve a suspension or discharge. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, McKelvey, Richards |
LAB, FIN |
HB161 |
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SB723
Shoreline Setbacks
RELATING TO SHORELINE SETBACKS.
Increases shoreline setback requirements. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM. |
RHOADS, GABBARD |
WLA/EIG, WAM |
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SB726
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Motor Vehicle Insurance; Electronic Insurance Verification System; Insurance Commissioner; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Requires insurers to notify the Insurance Commissioner of all existing motor vehicle insurance policies and whenever the insurer issues, cancels, terminates, or does not renew a motor vehicle insurance policy. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to use the insurance policy information to create an electronic database to provide law enforcement and the courts with instant insurance verification. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN/TRS, WAM |
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SB731
DLE; AG; ERS; DHRD; Counties; Retirees; Benefits; Investigators; Reports
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Allows a retirant employed as an investigator identified by the Department of Law Enforcement or Department of the Attorney General as a labor shortage or difficult-to-fill position to be rehired without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without a loss or interruption of retirement benefits, subject to certain conditions. Requires annual reports to the Legislature to include details on the employment of retirants as investigators. |
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2/17/2026- The committee(s) on LBT deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-18-26 3:01PM; CR 225 & Videoconference. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM/JDC |
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SB732 SD2 HD2
Counties; Permitting Fees; Entertainment Payroll Companies; Unions; General Excise Tax; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Broadcast and Streaming Platforms; Income Tax; Exemptions
RELATING TO THE FILM INDUSTRY.
Requires counties to waive permitting fees for certain film activity. Exempts entertainment payroll companies from the GET. Repeals an income tax exemption for persons engaged in the business of motion picture and television film production for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2023. Amends the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit by providing an additional credit to qualified productions with a workforce of at least eighty percent local hires; requiring productions to contact all local labor unions servicing Hawaii's film industry to qualify for the credit; requiring qualified production costs of a taxpayer that exceed $1,000,000 to be certified by a CPA, rather than via tax opinion; increasing the aggregate cap amount on credits allowed in any given year, ramped down by one-sixth over five years beginning on 1/1/2028; and including broadcast and streaming platform productions under the credit. Applies the GET rate for manufacturers to productions. Exempts from the GET amounts received by a motion picture project employer from a client equal to amounts that are disbursed by the motion picture project employer for employee wages, salaries, payroll taxes, insurance premiums, and employment benefits and payments to loan-out companies. Repeals certain tax exemptions and the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit on 1/1/2033. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
ECD, FIN |
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SB745
High-Speed Electric Bicycle; Motorcycle; Helmet; License; Safety; Traffic Code
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Requires all riders of a high-speed electric bicycle who are under 18 years of age or in a restraining seat or trailer towed by the bicycle to wear a safety helmet. Requires licensure of high-speed electric bicycle operators. Defines "high-speed electric bicycle." |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
TRS, JDC |
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SB747 SD1 HD2
BOE; DOE; Audit Office; Established; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Establishes an Audit Office within the Board of Education to audit operations and expenditures of the Department of Education. Exempts positions within the Audit Office from civil service law. Requires annual reports to the Governor and Director of Finance. Authorizes the Legislature to request a copy of the annual reports. Establishes positions within the Audit Office. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Richards |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
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SB750
DLNR; Board of Land and Natural Resources; Counties; Wharves; Launching Ramps; State Boating Facilities; Transfer; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT PROPERTY.
Transfers from the Department of Land and Natural Resources certain state boating facilities on Maui to the County of Maui with the corresponding revenue from those harbors. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA |
WLA, WAM |
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SB751
DLNR; Historical Marina Restoration; Disaster; Wildfire; Maui
RELATING TO MARINA RESTORATION.
Establishes a procedure for the Board of Land and Natural Resources to lease fast lands and submerged lands that were destroyed by an event triggering a Presidential Disaster Declaration. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB755
Special Management Areas; Counties; Jurisdiction
RELATING TO SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREAS.
Designates each county as the special management area authority within the county's respective jurisdiction. Makes conforming amendments. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
MCKELVEY, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA, JDC |
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SB756
DLNR; DLNRTip; DOCARE; Mobile Application; Conservation Enforcement; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Establishes the DLNRTip application as the official electronic platform for persons to report natural resource violations to the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement. Creates statutory requirements regarding the design and maintenance of the DLNRTip application. Require the Department of Land and Natural Resources to ensure that all information submitted through the DLNRTip application is continuously monitored to facilitate timely enforcement responses. Requires annual reports. Authorizes 1.0 full-time equivalent position. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Gabbard, Richards |
WLA, WAM |
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SB758
State Archives; Relocation; New Building; Department of Accounting and General Services
RELATING TO THE STATE ARCHIVES.
Establishes the State Archives Relocation Task Force to make recommendations on a new location for the state archives building. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
WLA, WAM |
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SB760
Department of Agriculture; Land Use; Rodeos
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Authorizes rodeos on lands that are zoned for agricultural use. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga |
WLA, JDC |
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SB763 SD2 HD3
DLE; Agricultural Enforcement Program; Theft of an Agricultural Product or Commodity; Agricultural Enforcement Special Fund; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the Agricultural Enforcement Program within the Department of Law Enforcement. Establishes the Agricultural Enforcement Special Fund. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
HB501 |
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SB764
PVLD; DCCA; Department of Health; JABSOM; Physician Shortage; Physician Licensing Subsidy; Pilot Program; Rules; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHYSICIAN SHORTAGE.
Establishes a 1-year Physician Licensing Subsidy Pilot Program within the Professional and Vocational Licensing Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to provide subsidized licensing fees for eligible medical school graduates and out-of-state physicians applying for initial licensure in the State. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to collaborate with the Department of Health, University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, and other stakeholders to promote the pilot program; adopt rules; and submit a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2026. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/EDU, WAM/CPN. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, Gabbard |
HHS/EDU, WAM/CPN |
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SB766
Public Lands; Lands Set Aside
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Provides that a survey of the land to be set aside shall not be a condition precedent to the setting aside of public lands to any department or agency of the State. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/GVO, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA |
WLA/GVO, JDC |
HB511 |
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SB767
University of Hawaii; Space Sciences Workforce Development Program; Maunakea Scholars Program; Internship Program; Equipment and Supplies; Stipends; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII'S SPACE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING INITIATIVE.
Appropriates funds for salaries and fringe benefits of positions for the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy's Space Science and Engineering Initiative Workforce Development Program, Maunakea Scholars Program, and Internship Program. Appropriates funds for office equipment and supplies, operational costs, and stipends for the Maunakea Scholars Program and Internship Program. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, INOUYE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB563 |
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SB768 SD1
Alternative Water Source Income Tax Credit; Water Conservation; Water Catchment; Water Delivery Services
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Creates an alternative water source income tax credit for taxpayers who install, place in service, or repair a water catchment system or who purchase water delivery services. Applicable to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
HB690 |
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SB769
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; BLNR; UH; Lessees; Conservation District Use Permits; Applications
RELATING TO MAUNA KEA.
Amends the conservation district use permit application, approval, and oversight responsibilities of the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, and lessees. Provides that certain conservation district use permits that are in effect as of 7/1/2028, to which the University of Hawaii is a permittee or other named party, shall not be transferred to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG |
WLA, JDC |
HB143 |
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SB770
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; Meetings; Sunshine Law; Exemption
RELATING TO MAUNA KEA.
Authorizes 2 or more members of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to meet during its transition period 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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG |
WLA, JDC |
HB144 |
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SB771 HD1
HHFDC; Board of Directors; Membership; Chairperson; Eligibility
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Repeals the requirement that the Chairperson of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation Board of Directors be a public member. Repeals the prohibition that certain members shall not be eligible to serve as Chairperson of the HHFDC Board of Directors. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
CHANG |
HSG, JHA |
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SB787 SD1
DOH; Warm Line; Mental Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to establish and operate a free statewide mental health warm line to provide mental health support in non-emergency situations. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB112 |
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SB794
BLNR; DLNR; Immigration Detention Facility; Public Land; State and County Agencies; Prohibition
RELATING TO IMMIGRATION DETENTION FACILITIES.
Prohibits the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Land and Natural Resources from disposing of or approving the use or setting aside of public lands for the establishment of any immigration detention facility. Prohibits state and county agencies from contracting with the federal government for this purpose. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
RHOADS, AQUINO, CHANG |
WLA, JDC |
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SB806
Housing; Exemptions; Transit-Oriented Zones; Development
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires housing projects developed pursuant to section 201H-38, HRS, to be located within county-designated transit-oriented zones. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
FUKUNAGA |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
HB1480 |
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SB810
Aviation Fuel Tax; Carbon Tax; Airport Revenue Fund; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION OF AVIATION FUEL.
Imposes a state carbon emissions tax of $6.25 per ton of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on all aviation fuel. Directs the aviation fuel tax into the airport revenue fund. Implements a tax credit to mitigate the effects of this tax on lower income taxpayers. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/24. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
RHOADS |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
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SB811
CWRM; State Water Code; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty of $50 per violation of the State Water Code and makes each day that a violation exists or continues a separate offense. Requires the Commission on Water Resource Management to determine the amount of the penalty based on the circumstances of the violation. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
WLA, JDC/WAM |
HB315 |
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SB814
UH; Undocumented Students; Tuition; Financial Aid; Resident Status; Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Allows certain undocumented students to be considered residents of the State for the purposes of tuition, financial assistance, and University of Hawaii program participation under certain conditions. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM/JDC |
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SB820
Motor Vehicle; Title Transfer; Ownership; Attestation
RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.
Reduces the period in which a transferee is required to forward the certificate of ownership to the director of finance when a title of vehicle is transferred from thirty days to fourteen days. Allows a letter of attestation to the Director of Finance to act as an endorsed certificate for motor vehicle transfer. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO |
TRS, JDC |
HB532 |
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SB822 SD2 HD2
Judiciary; Landlord-Tenant Code; Working Group; Reports
RELATING TO THE LANDLORD TENANT CODE.
Establishes a three-year Residential Landlord-Tenant Code Working Group within the Judiciary. Requires an initial report to the Legislature prior to the Regular Session of 2026 and a final report no later than 7/1/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG |
CPC, JHA |
HB1180 |
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SB826 SD1 HD1
LIHTC; School Facilities Authority; Eligibility
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Specifies that the School Facilities Authority is not eligible as a housing developer for the purposes of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
HASHIMOTO |
HSG, FIN |
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SB828 SD1 HD1
Firefighters; Workers' Compensation Medical Benefits; Cancer
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION MEDICAL BENEFITS.
Expands workers' compensation medical benefits for firefighters to include coverage for adenocarcinoma or mesothelioma of the respiratory system; cancer of the buccal cavity, colon, pharynx, and thyroid; and malignant melanoma. Specifies that an employer may prove that the cancer or disease was not associated with the firefighting duties to deny medical benefits under workers' compensation law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HASHIMOTO, AQUINO, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LAB, FIN |
HB827 |
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SB835
Department of Transportation; Department of Education; Pupil Transportation; School Bus Services
RELATING TO PUPIL TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes individuals who possess a commercial driver's license with a passenger "P" endorsement to provide pupil transportation student services without also possessing a school bus "S" endorsement in certain circumstances. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EDU, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, McKelvey, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TRS/EDU, WAM |
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SB837
Department of Transportation; Department of Education; School Bus Services; Student Transportation; Small Buses; Motorcoaches; Vans
RELATING TO PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
Authorizes the use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for student transportation services if certain conditions are met. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EDU, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Wakai |
TRS/EDU, WAM |
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SB839
Aquarium Fishing; Fine Increase
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
KANUHA, CHANG, GABBARD, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, Elefante, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WLA, JDC |
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SB840
DLNR; Non-Chemical Sunscreen Dispensers; State Beaches; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
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. Appropriates funds for the installation, maintenance, management, and operation of non-chemical sunscreen dispensers on all state beaches. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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SB845
Vehicle Registration; Special Interest Vehicles; Former Military Vehicles
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.
Classifies certain former military vehicles as special interest vehicles. Enables owners of former military vehicles to apply for registration. Effective 1/1/2026. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/TRS, JDC. |
CHANG |
PSM/TRS, JDC |
HB898 |
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SB847 SD2 HD2 CD1
SHPDA; Board of Psychology; Prescriptive Authority; Clinical Psychologists; Pilot Program; Supervising Physician or Psychiatrist; Federally Qualified Health Centers; County of Kauai; County of Hawaii; Rules; Report
RELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Establishes a three-year pilot program in the County of Kauai and County of Hawaii to allow qualified psychologists under the supervision of a supervising physician or psychiatrist limited authority to prescribe certain psychotropic medications to patients between the ages of 18 and 65 years under the care of the psychologist. Requires the Board of Psychology to adopt rules. Requires the State Health Planning and Development Agency to report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
HLT, CPC |
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SB874 SD2 HD2 CD1
Equality Caucus; Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine; Veterinary Medicine; Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship; Pet Medication; Consumer Prescription Choice
RELATING TO VETERINARY MEDICINE.
Requires veterinarians to provide a written prescription, upon the request of a client, for any animal patient of a client with whom the veterinarian has established an existing veterinarian-client-patient relationship, to be filled at the pharmacy of the client's choosing. Allows pharmacies licensed in the State to dispense medications prescribed by veterinarians. Specifies that violators may be subject to disciplinary action by the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine, which may include fines or suspension or revocation of a license. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AGR, CPC |
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SB877 SD1
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Matching Funds; Appropriation ($)
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. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Ihara |
HHS, WAM |
HB702 |
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SB888 SD2 HD2 CD1
AG; Office of Consumer Protection; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices; Smart Household Security Device Data; Prohibition; Consent; Law Enforcement Agencies; Warrants; Emergency Situation; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits operators of smart household security devices from sharing user data with law enforcement agencies unless the user consents, the law enforcement agency obtains a judicial warrant, or there is an emergency situation involving a clear and present danger of imminent death or great bodily harm. Prohibits operators from requiring users to consent to the sharing of data with law enforcement agencies as a condition of using a smart household security device. Allows the Department of the Attorney General to bring a civil action against operators who violate certain requirements. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
CPC, JHA |
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SB890 SD2 HD2
Business Regulations; Poi; Out-of-State Grown Kalo; Labeling Requirements
RELATING TO BUSINESS REGULATION.
Requires any product that is labeled, marketed, or sold as "poi" and that contains kalo grown outside the State to reveal a label stating that the poi product contains kalo grown outside the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KANUHA |
AGR, ECD, CPC |
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SB894 SD3 HD1
DOE; School Meals; Farm to School; Locally Sourced Products; Regional Kitchens; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for regional kitchen expansion to fulfill the local farm-to-school meal goal requiring thirty per cent of the food served in public schools to consist of locally sourced products. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KANUHA |
AGR, EDN, FIN |
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SB895 SD1
BOE; DOE; State Public Charter School Commission; Kindergarten Assessments; Teachers
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes new requirements for teacher-led kindergarten assessments in public and charter schools. Authorizes the Board of Education to adopt rules. Repeals certain requirements for the Department of Education and State Public Charter School Commission to share data with the Department of Human Services. (SD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 15 |
KANUHA |
EDN, FIN |
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SB896 SD2 HD2
DOE; Superintendent; Office of Facilities and Operations; Capital Improvement Projects; Facilities; Website; Exempt Positions; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to submit annual reports to the Legislature outlining certain information concerning capital improvement projects and facilities. Requires the reports to be posted on DOE's website annually in a searchable format. Provides that any CIP funds encumbered for more than five years without commencement of construction to be identified and justified, or be subject to legislative review for reversion or reassignment. Establishes a three-year pilot program authorizing the Superintendent to redesignate certain positions in the Office of Facilities and Operations as exempt from civil service laws. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/30/2026- 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) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KANUHA |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
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SB903 SD2 HD2 CD1
Public Land Trust Working Group; OHA; Public Land Trust; Inventory; Financial Reporting and Accounting; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Amends the membership and responsibilities of the Public Land Trust Working Group established under Act 226, SLH 2022. Requires the Working Group to submit the following to the Legislature: by 8/1/2027, a first interim report regarding Act 178, SLH 2006, financial reporting and accounting; by 12/1/2027, a second interim report regarding the public land trust inventory; by 6/1/2028, a third interim report that includes a preliminary draft of findings and recommendations regarding Act 178 financial reporting and accounting and the public land trust inventory; and by 10/1/2028, a final report that includes proposed legislation. By 12/31/2028, requires the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to submit certain findings and considerations to the Legislature. Requires the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to provide administrative support to the Working Group in coordination with a third-party consultant. Appropriates funds from the Carry-Forward Trust Holding Account to be transferred to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to be expended solely for Native Hawaiian programs and services with critical, short-term funding needs in the areas of education, health, economic development, and community-based initiatives. Specifies that the transferred funds may not be used for planning, developing, or constructing residential or mixed-use projects or related infrastructure. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
JHA, FIN |
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SB909
Short Form; Higher Education
RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Short form bill. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB910
Short Form; Board of Regents
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB911
Short Form; University of Hawaii
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB924
Short Form; Public Safety
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee on PSM has deleted the measure from decision making scheduled on 02-11-26 3:00PM; CR 016 & Videoconference. |
KANUHA |
PSM |
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SB928
Short Form; Culture and the Arts
RELATING TO CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB929
Short Form; International Affairs
RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB930
Short Form; Water
RELATING TO WATER.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB931
Short Form; Land
RELATING TO LAND.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB932
Short Form; Harbors
RELATING TO HARBORS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB944 SD2 HD1
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Extension; Partners; Limited Liability Companies
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Clarifies that a partner or member that is a partnership or limited liability company that has been allocated a low-income housing tax credit may either further allocate the credit or transfer, sell, or assign all or a portion of the credit to any taxpayer. Extends the sunset date of Act 129, SLH 2016, relating to the low-income housing tax credit, until 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HASHIMOTO |
HSG, FIN |
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SB949
Working Group; Land Court; Bureau of Conveyances; Judiciary; Department of Land and Natural Resources
RELATING TO LAND COURT.
Establishes a working group to reform or eliminate the land court in Hawaii. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
WLA, JDC |
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SB952 SD2 HD1
DHS; OWR; Child Welfare System; Diversion and Intervention; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Human Services, in collaboration with the Office of Wellness and Resilience, to design a five-year Child Welfare System Diversion and Intervention Pilot Program to support families and children involved, at risk of involvement, or at risk of reinvolvement with Child Welfare Services. Specifies that the Department of Human Services shall implement and administer the pilot program. Allows the Department to contract with public and private entities to provide necessary services. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Richards |
HSH, FIN |
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SB965
Towing Companies; Unattended Vehicles; Payment; ATM
RELATING TO TOWING.
In addition to the current requirement that towing companies allow individuals to pay by cash, credit card, or debit card, requires towing companies to have an on-site automatic teller machine. Specifies that a towing company cannot charge for tows if noncompliant. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN. |
FEVELLA, KIM, San Buenaventura |
TRS, CPN |
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SB966
DOT; Counties; Motor Vehicles; Registration; Amnesty; Pilot Program; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties of the State, to establish a 1-year unregistered motor vehicle amnesty pilot program to encourage motor vehicle registration and mandate the surrender or impoundment of unregistered motor vehicles after the expiration of the program. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
FEVELLA, San Buenaventura |
TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB967
Health Insurance; Medicaid; Mandated Coverage; Ketamine Therapy; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires Medicaid and private insurance coverage for intravenous ketamine therapy to treat depression. Appropriates moneys. |
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2/6/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
FEVELLA |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB982
State Hotel; Planning; Hawaii Tourism Authority; School of Travel Industry Management; University of Hawaii; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A STATE HOTEL.
Requires the Hawaii Tourism Authority and School of Travel Industry Management at the University of Hawaii at Manoa to collaborate to actively plan for the design, construction, and operations and management of a state hotel. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/EDU, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Wakai |
EDT/EDU, WAM |
HB446 |
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SB989 SD1 HD1
HTDC; Technology Enablement; Project Management Software; Portal; Facilitated Application Process; Small Businesses; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to assist small businesses with technology enablement and develop project management software to simplify the facilitated application process for small businesses. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
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SB993
HSEO; UH; Geothermal Energy; Environmental Assessment; Geothermal Resources Characterization Program; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ENERGY EXPLORATION.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to conduct a statewide environmental assessment for, and subsequently administer, a Geothermal Resources Characterization Program under the direction of the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center at the University of Hawaii. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EIG/EDU, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Kanuha, McKelvey |
EIG/EDU, WAM |
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SB1002 SD2 HD2
DLNR; SHPD; Review and Comment; Affordable Housing; Third-Party Consultants; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Beginning 7/1/2027, requires the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to contract its review of proposed state projects and projects affecting historic properties to third-party consultants under certain circumstances. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to publish a draft of its proposed rules and later present its proposed final rules to the Board of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 7/1/2032. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN, WAM/JDC. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
WLA/HWN, WAM/JDC |
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SB1006
Real Property; Proximate lands; AG; Restrictions on Foreign Ownership; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Prohibits certain foreign parties from owning, purchasing, or acquiring an interest in lands located with 10 miles of a military installation or land within the State. Establishes an Office of Intelligence within the Department of Defense to investigate claims that land is unlawfully owned by a prohibited foreign party. Requires the Attorney General to undertake enforcement activities. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
AWA, DECORTE |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB1010
Sex-Based Harassment; Sex Discrimination; Retaliation; Title IX; Protections
RELATING TO SEX-BASED DISCRIMINATION.
Clarifies and strengthens the State's protections against sex-based harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation that occur in public schools, public charter schools, or at the University of Hawaii, including discrimination based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions. Establishes procedures for investigations and decision-making. Requires mandatory reporting by certain employees. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, JDC/WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY |
EDU, JDC/WAM |
HB758 |
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SB1016
DLNR; Climate Commission; Study; Decarbonization; Carbon; Standards; Buy Clean; Procurement; Construction Materials; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DECARBONIZATION.
Requires the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption Commission to study the feasibility of implementing a "buy clean" decarbonization policy and program in Hawaii. Requires administrative and substantive support from the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB787 |
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SB1017
BLNR; Rules; Federal Regulations; Public Lands
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt by rule, any federal rule or regulation relating to the public lands of the State as it existed on 1/1/2025 that it deems are in the public interest. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
LEE, C., HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
WLA, JDC |
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SB1018
Real Property; Shoreline; Erosion; Disclosure
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS.
Requires a seller of real property adjacent to the shoreline, and the seller's agent, to disclose and include in all advertisements shoreline erosion certain issues related to the parcel. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, C., HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Richards |
WLA, CPN/JDC |
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SB1019
Ocean Stewardship Special Fund; Shoreline Restoration; Beach Cleanups
RELATING TO THE OCEAN RECREATION SPECIAL FUND.
Authorizes the Ocean Stewardship Special Fund to be used for planning, development, designing, or implementation of beach restoration projects, including the awarding of grants to nonprofit organizations for beach and nearshore environmental cleanup. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MORIWAKI |
WLA, WAM |
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SB1021
Cetaceans; Captivity; Breeding; Ban; Fine
RELATING TO WILDLIFE.
Bans the keeping or breeding of cetaceans in captivity except in certain circumstances. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, C., KIDANI, RHOADS, Hashimoto |
WLA/AEN, CPN/JDC |
HB49 |
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SB1023 SD1 HD2
Spay and Neuter Special Fund; Cat Sterilization; Counties; Animal Control; Income Check-off; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SPAYING AND NEUTERING OF ANIMALS.
Establishes the Spay and Neuter Special Fund to reduce pet overpopulation, including the free-roaming cat population, and authorizes an income tax designation to provide revenues into the special fund. Requires cats over five months of age to be surgically sterilized unless covered by an intact cat declaration, and conditions the importation of intact cats on state and county declaration requirements, with certain exceptions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
LEE, C., RHOADS |
AGR, CAA, FIN |
HB547 |
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SB1025
Mass Transit; Service Animals; Non-Service Pet Animals
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows service and non-service pet animals on mass transit vehicles under certain conditions. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG, Richards, Wakai |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1032 SD2 HD2
CSC; Campaign Finance; Foreign Nationals; Foreign Corporations; Foreign-Influenced Business Entities; Exemption; Cargo Carriers
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Prohibits foreign nationals, foreign corporations, and foreign-influenced business entities from making contributions, expenditures, electioneering communications, or donations for election purposes. Requires every for-profit business entity that contributes or expends funds in a state election to certify that the entity was not a foreign corporation or foreign-influenced business entity when the contribution or expenditure was made. Specifies that if the conditions that determine whether a business entity qualifies as a foreign‑influenced business entity are held unconstitutional by a final judgment, including all appeals, the Campaign Spending Commission is required to establish revised conditions that are constitutional. Requires noncandidate committees making only independent expenditures to obtain a statement of certification from each top contributor required to be listed in an advertisement avowing that no funds were derived from foreign nationals, foreign corporations, or foreign-influenced business entities. Exempts entities engaged in transporting cargo and subject to section 27 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 761). |
LEE, C., KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Fevella, Fukunaga |
WLA, JDC |
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SB1036
Net Neutrality Principles; Broadband Internet Access Service; Communications; Internet Service Providers; Protections
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Codifies net neutrality principles by prohibiting fixed and mobile internet service providers that provide broadband internet access service from engaging in certain practices concerning the treatment of internet traffic. Among other things, prohibits internet service providers from blocking internet traffic on the basis of internet content, application, or service, engaging in paid prioritization or zero-rating internet traffic in exchange for consideration, monetary or otherwise. |
(S)
1/30/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Richards, San Buenaventura |
LBT, CPN |
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SB1042 SD1 HD1
Mental Health Emerging Therapies Pilot Program; Office of Wellness and Resilience; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes a two-year Mental Health Emerging Therapies Pilot Program within the Office of Wellness and Resilience. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
LEE, C., CHANG |
HLT, FIN |
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SB1072
Kaneohe Bay; Majano Anemone; Invasive Species; DLNR; Division of Aquatic Resources; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Appropriates funds to support the efforts of the Division of Aquatic Resources in the removal of the majano anemone from Kaneohe Bay. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB1220 |
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SB1074 SD2 HD2
Environmental Assessment; Commercial Activities; Temporary Exemption; Challenge; Permits
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS.
Allows an activity or operation that is permitted or authorized under the ocean recreation and coastal areas program chapter and renewed within twelve months preceding the initiation of proceedings to determine whether the activity or operation is subject to environmental review, to continue operation for one year while the appropriate agency makes the determination and conducts any necessary environmental review. Allows a person with oversight of the activity or operation to renew the appropriate permits while under the environmental review process. Sunsets 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC. |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
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SB1075
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)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC. |
INOUYE |
WLA/PSM, JDC |
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SB1077
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 1/1/2031. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EIG/TRS, WAM. |
INOUYE |
EIG/TRS, WAM |
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SB1078
Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District; Establishment; Hawaii Community Development Authority; Department of Land and Natural Resources
RELATING TO THE WAIAKEA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Establishes the Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District. Provides for the transfer of land and leases within the Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District from the Department of Land and Natural Resources to the Hawaii Community Development Authority. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
HB818 |
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SB1079
LUC; Counties; Petition; Redistricting; Declaratory Order
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Temporarily allows each county, by resolution of its county council, to petition for the redistricting of land from an agricultural district to a rural district through the Land Use Commission's declaratory ruling process. Effective 7/1/2026. Sunsets 6/30/2029. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA/EIG, WAM |
HB502 |
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SB1080
Property Maintenance; Neglect; Fines; Enforcement; State; Counties
RELATING TO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE.
Requires owners, lessees, or managers of real property to maintain their property and establish penalties for failure to do so. Allows for exceptions. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC. |
INOUYE |
WLA/PSM, JDC |
HB175 |
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SB1082
Wai ʻŌpae; ʻŌpae ʻUla; Anchialine Pool Ecosystems; Conservation; State Shrimp
RELATING TO THE STATE SHRIMP.
Establishes the ‘ōpae ‘ula as the state shrimp to protect anchialine pool ecosystems throughout Hawaii. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN. |
INOUYE |
WLA/AEN |
HB345 |
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SB1087
DOT; Hawaii Airports Corporation; Establishment; Transfer; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AN AIRPORTS CORPORATION.
Establishes the Hawaii Airports Corporation (HAC)to assume the authority, functions, and duties of the Department of Transportation related to airports and aeronautics. Makes HAC subject to chapters 103D and 104, HRS. Provides for project labor agreements. Appropriates funds for the transfer of functions from DOT to HAC. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/LBT, WAM/JDC. |
INOUYE |
TRS/LBT, WAM/JDC |
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SB1093
DAGS; State Employees; Parking Demand Management Program; Employee Parking; Monthly; Daily Parking; Appropriation. ($)
RELATING TO PARKING DEMAND MANAGEMENT.
Establishes a parking demand management program. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to transition all state employee monthly parking options to daily rate parking. Requires the Department to procure parking reservation software. Creates 2 permanent full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) positions. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to GVO/TRS, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS |
GVO/TRS, WAM |
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SB1094
Motor Vehicles; Dual Frequency Sirens
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Requires that any new motor vehicle permitted by law to be equipped with a siren, whether purchased or contracted in the State to be equipped with dual frequency sirens. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C., RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1099 HD1
Important Agricultural Lands; LUC; County Lands; State Lands
RELATING TO IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Authorizes the Land Use Commission to designate county or state lands as important agricultural lands, and adopt maps for the designated lands, in counties that fail to identify and recommend important agricultural lands by 12/31/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
DELA CRUZ |
WLA, JDC |
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SB1101
Laulau Day; May 1
RELATING TO LAULAU DAY.
Designates May 1 of each year as "Laulau Day" in the State. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
DELA CRUZ |
WLA |
HB957 |
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SB1103
Community District; HCDA; Concurrent Resolution
RELATING TO COMMUNITY DISTRICTS.
Establishes a process by which the Legislature may establish community districts by concurrent resolution. Requires the board members of the community districts to be elected by residents of the community district. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/GVO, JDC/WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
WLA/GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB1107
University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine; Medical Education; Liaison; Established; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Establish a medical education liaison position within the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine to support programs that utilize a team of medical specialists to support primary care providers and other health care professionals through mentorship and guidance. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RHOADS, HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB1279 |
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SB1112
HCDA; Hawaiian Homes Commission; Chairperson
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Amends the membership of the Hawaii Community Development Authority to include the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission or the Chairperson's designee. |
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2/13/2026- The recommendation was not adopted. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, Fukunaga |
WLA/HWN, WAM |
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SB1114
LUC; Agricultural District; Land Reclassification; Senior Housing; Elderly Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes large landowners to petition the Land Use Commission to allow the development of elderly housing on portions of agricultural lands. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HOU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, Wakai |
WLA/HOU, WAM |
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SB1115
Driver's License; License Examination; Excessive Speeding; DUI; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1116
Theft of a Bicycle; Misdemeanor; Felony
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes the offense of theft of a bicycle. Establishes the first offense of theft of a bicycle as a misdemeanor. Establishes the second and each subsequent offense that occurs within five years of a prior conviction for theft of a bicycle as a class C felony. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C. |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1117 SD2 HD2
Department of Transportation; Rebate; Electric Mobility Device Subaccount; Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program; Electric Motorcycles; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits a person from operating a moped or electric motorcycle in certain areas designated for bicycles. Renames the Electric Bicycle and Electric Moped Rebate Program to the Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program. Expands eligibility for the rebate program and amends the maximum rebate amounts. Reduces the deadline to submit an application to six months from the date of purchase. Requires applicants who are enrolled in a school, community college, or university to demonstrate a financial need to be eligible for an additional assistance rebate. Exempts certain class 3 electric bicycles from registration requirements. Establishes a cap for the Electric Mobility Device subaccount and requirements for transferring funds into the subaccount. Amends the age requirement for required helmet use from 16 to 18 years of age. Prohibits a person under the age of fifteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Establishes rules for electric bicycle operation. Allows use of electric bicycles on public sidewalks, subject to certain conditions. Prohibits individuals under 18 years of age from operating an electric motorcycle or motor-driven cycle. Changes the term "motor scooter" to "motor-driven vehicle". Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
LEE, C., Richards |
TRS, WAM |
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SB1118
Electric Mopeds; Businesses; Combustion Engines; Prohibition; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits any business established after January 1, 2026, that uses, rents, or offers for rent mopeds in the course of their commercial business, from using a combustion engine-powered moped. Establishes penalties. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
TRS, CPN/JDC |
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SB1119
Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board; Motor Vehicle Sales; Motor Vehicle Dealers; Manufacturers; Distributors
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Amends the Hawaii Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Act by adding the definition of common entity and expanding the definition of sale or selling. Allows a licensed dealer or distributor to protest before the board for damages against another dealer or distributor. Establishes a dispute resolution process for manufacturers and distributors to contest the accuracy of a dealer's reimbursement for parts and labor. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN. |
LEE, C. |
TRS, CPN |
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SB1120 SD1 HD1
DOT; Clean Fuel Standard; Greenhouse Gases; Alternative Fuels; Feasibility Study; Rules
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to conduct a feasibility study on implementing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Requires, no later than 1/1/2028, the Department of Transportation to adopt rules governing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Richards |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
HB1304 |
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SB1121
Procurement; DOT; All-Electric Construction Vehicles; Preference
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a preference in the Hawaii Public Procurement Code that favors bids or offers from businesses that intend to use a higher proportion of all electric construction vehicles in Department of Transportation construction projects. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to GVO/TRS, WAM. |
LEE, C., RHOADS |
GVO/TRS, WAM |
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SB1122
DOT; State Highway Safety and Modernization Council; Membership
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Administratively attaches the State Highway Safety and Modernization Council to the Department of Transportation. Allows council members to appoint their designees. Updates membership of the Council. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C. |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1139 SD1
DHS; Medicaid Eligibility; Med-QUEST; Children; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Directs the Department of Human Services to adopt rules to expand Medicaid eligibility to all children in the State from birth to age 5 without regard to household income. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB870 |
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SB1142 SD1 HD1
Mortgage Servicers; Destroyed and Damaged Residential Real Estate; Disbursement of Insurance Proceeds
RELATING TO INSURANCE PROCEEDS.
Requires mortgage servicers to comply with certain requirements regarding the disbursement of insurance proceeds for residential real estate that has been destroyed or damaged. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/23/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 724). |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
CPC, FIN |
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SB1145
Bicycles; Bicycle Registration; Annual Registration Fees; Bikeway Fund
RELATING TO BICYCLES.
Requires bike owners to pay an annual registration fee each year. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, KIDANI, Wakai |
TRS, WAM |
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SB1154
UH; JABSOM; Disease and Environmental Toxins Testing Laboratory; Report; CIP; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine to construct, establish, and operate a disease and environmental toxins testing laboratory to test samples submitted by the public for diseases; water, air, and soil quality; and complex testing. Requires a report to the Legislature. Authorizes the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, AQUINO, RHOADS |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB1157
LUC; Counties; State Land Use District; Boundary Amendments; Transit-Oriented Development
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Allows the counties to amend district boundaries involving land areas greater than fifteen acres without appearing before the Land Use Commission if the affected lands are included in the County General Plan or County Development Plan. Requests the LUC to update the digital state land use district maps and to encourage transit-oriented development that preserves the character of the State's rural areas. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM. |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
WLA/EIG, WAM |
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SB1163 SD2
Privacy; Geolocation Information; Eavesdropping; Internet Browser Information; Exemptions
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Prohibits the sale of geolocation information and internet browser information without consent. Prohibits the sale of data collected through eavesdropping or through an application operating in the background of a device that uses the device's microphone. Establishes exemptions for lawful investigations conducted by law enforcement agencies, customer proprietary network information, and certain telecommunication carriers. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPC, JHA |
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SB1164
DLNR; Environmental Stewardship Fees; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP FEES.
Establishes the Environmental Stewardship Fee Program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources, through which the DLNR shall, after 7/1/27, collect a fee from visitors for a license to visit a state park, forest, hiking trail, or other state natural area. Establishes the Environmental Stewardship Fee Special Fund. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC. |
LEE, C. |
WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC |
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SB1166 SD2 HD2
HPIA; HHRF; Property Insurance; Climate Change; Climate Disaster; Extreme Weather; Responsible Parties
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Allows the Hawaii Property Insurance Association, the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund, and private insurers to bring claims against responsible parties for amounts paid by the insurers for losses resulting from climate disasters and extreme weather attributable to climate change. Requires insurance rates established by the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to account for any proceeds from the civil claims against a responsible party. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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5/1/2026- Received notice of change in Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 812). |
LEE, C. |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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SB1174
DLNR; Position; Archaeologist; Historic Preservation; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Appropriates moneys for one temporary full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) archaeologist position within the Department of Land and Natural Resources. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB1178 SD1
DLNR; Carbon Sequestration; Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION INCENTIVES.
Codifies and makes permanent the Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program under the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB975 |
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SB1182
Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Integrated Land Use Study; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INTEGRATED LAND USE.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to conduct an integrated land use study for the use of lands within the agricultural districts and submit interim and final reports to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB778 |
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SB1188
DLNR; DOH; Land Transfer; Advisory Committee; Reports
RELATING TO FEDERAL LAND.
Establishes an Advisory Committee convened by the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Department of Health to inventory lands owned by the United States government which may be reasonably transferred back to the State and to make recommendations on relevant land conditions and appropriateness of potential transfer. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG/HHS, WAM. |
GABBARD, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA/EIG/HHS, WAM |
SB535 |
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SB1189
Food Contracts; Local Agricultural Products; Benchmarks; Reporting Requirements; Farm-to-State Liaison Position; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Increases the percentages of local agricultural products that certain departments are required to purchase by certain deadlines. Expands annual reporting requirements to include the total spending by certain market channels. Requires certain departments and the University of Hawaii System to include a corrective action plan in their respective reports to the Legislature, should they not meet their benchmarks. Repeals the separate benchmark for the Department of Education that requires thirty per cent of food served in public schools to consist of locally sourced products by 2030. Appropriates funds for the establishment of a farm-to-state liaison position within the Office of the Governor. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB1190 SD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Hawaii Invasive Species Council; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to support its initiatives to control and eradicate invasive species in the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB1193
Land Restoration; Aloha Aina Land Trust; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAND RESTORATION.
Creates the Aloha Aina Land Trust to rehabilitate and manage lands transferred by the United States military to the State after the leases for those lands expires. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB305 |
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SB1194
Drivers; Pedestrian Duties; Public Property
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
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 one hundred feet of an intersection. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG |
TRS, JDC |
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SB1196
Ridesharing Arrangements; Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund; Fees
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a ridesharing fee. Deposits fees collected into the Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/CPN, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, FUKUNAGA, Elefante, Hashimoto |
TRS/CPN, WAM |
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SB1199
Department of Transportation; Department of Education; State Public Charter School Commission; School Bus Services; Student Transportation; Small Buses, Motorcoaches, and Vans
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.
Authorizes the use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for school bus services if certain conditions are met. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EDU, WAM. |
LEE, C., KANUHA, WAKAI |
TRS/EDU, WAM |
HB862 |
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SB1204
UH; JABSOM; Cancer Research Center of Hawaii; Research and Training Revolving Fund
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Reestablishes the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii as an organized research unit within the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM) that is administered by a director appointed by the University of Hawaii's board of regents with direct lines of reporting to the chancellor of the University of Hawaii at Manoa, provost of the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and dean of JABSOM. Requires funds expended from the Research and Training Revolving Fund for JABSOM and the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii to be used for research and research-related purposes only. Repeals provisions that required the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii to be administratively affiliated with JABSOM. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KIM, AQUINO, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, Dela Cruz, McKelvey, Richards |
EDU, WAM |
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SB1207
Motor Vehicle Insurance; Suspension; Driver's License; Penalty
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Makes mandatory the suspension of the driver's license of a driver or registered owner of a vehicle for operating a motor vehicle without a motor vehicle insurance policy. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C. |
TRS, JDC |
HB668 |
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SB1208
Automated Speed Enforcement System; Violations; Evidence; DOT; DLE; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows authorized employees of the Department of Transportation and Department of Law Enforcement to inspect and provide a certificate of certain evidence of speed limit violations obtained by automated speed enforcement systems. Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation to establish and implement the automated speed enforcement systems program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
LEE, C. |
TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB697 |
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SB1209
Transportation Network Companies; Civil Rights Commission; Discrimination; Service Animals; Violations; Penalties; Fines
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Civil Rights Commission to receive and investigate complaints related to acts of discrimination committed by transportation network company drivers against riders with service animals and report the results of its investigation to the Department of Transportation, which shall issue penalties to transportation network companies. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/TRS, JDC. |
LEE, C. |
CPN/TRS, JDC |
HB468 |
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SB1210
Water; CWRM; Residential and Mixed-use Developments; Board of Agriculture; DOH; Counties; Irrigation Projects
RELATING TO WATER USE.
Authorizes the Commission on Water Resource Management, as a condition for issuing permits, to require the use of dual line water supply systems in new residential and mixed-use developments located in designated water management areas. Authorizes those residential and mixed-use developments to be included in irrigation projects, as defined in chapter 167, HRS. Authorizes the Board of Agriculture to investigate and survey the availability of nonpotable water. Requires the Department of Health, Board of Agriculture, and the counties to update their rules, ordinances, to allow dual line water supply systems in residential and mixed-use developments. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/WLA, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
HHS/WLA, WAM |
HB915 |
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SB1218
DHS; Affordable Housing; Conveyance Tax; Rates; Exemption; Homeless Services Fund; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Establishes the Homeless Services Special Fund. Allows counties to apply for matching funds from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund for certain housing projects. Increases the conveyance tax rates for certain properties. Repeals the separate conveyance tax rates for the sale of a condominium or single family residence for which the purchaser is ineligible for a county homeowner's exemption on property tax and establishes conveyance tax rates for multifamily residential properties. Establishes new exemptions to the conveyance tax. Allocates collected conveyance taxes to the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund, Homeless Services Special Fund and general fund. Amends allocations to the Land Conservation Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/HOU/WLA, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
HHS/HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB1219
PUC; DOT; Motor Carrier Law; Water Carrier Act; Transfer; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Transfers the jurisdiction of the Motor Carrier Law from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Transfers the jurisdiction of the Water Carrier Act from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2027. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, Gabbard, San Buenaventura |
TRS, CPN/WAM |
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SB1229 SD2 HD1
HHFDC; DURF; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program; Interim Financing
RELATING TO THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND.
Extends the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program to 6/30/2030. Gives preference to for-sale housing development projects developed under governmental assistance programs approved by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, Richards |
HSG, FIN |
HB744 |
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SB1230 SD2 HD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Department of Health; Food Donation; Charitable, Religious, or Nonprofit Organizations; Wild Game; Axis Deer
RELATING TO MEAT DONATION.
Exempts the donation of wild game meat, including axis deer, by a hunter for the use or distribution by a charitable, religious, or nonprofit organization to needy persons from certain laws regarding the inspection and transportation of meat. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Re-referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 20 |
HASHIMOTO |
AGR, JHA |
HB1334 |
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SB1236
Works of Art Special Fund; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Capital Improvement Appropriations; Arts in Public Places Program; Relocatable Works of Arts Program; Performing Arts; School Arts Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE WORKS OF ART SPECIAL FUND.
Specifies that the works of art special fund's one per cent transfer requirement shall apply only to capital improvement appropriations for the original construction of state buildings. Amends the authority for funds from the works of art special fund to be used only for costs related to the acquisition of works of art. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
WLA, WAM |
HB1299 |
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SB1237
Motor Vehicles; Sun Screening Devices; Regulations; Repeal
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Repeals state restrictions on the installation and use of sun screening devices, including window tinting, on motor vehicles. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/CPN, JDC. |
AWA |
TRS/CPN, JDC |
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SB1239
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. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
AWA, DECORTE |
WLA/HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB1251
Agricultural Tourism Activities; LUC; Uniform Statewide Standards
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL TOURISM.
Establishes statewide, uniform standards to promote agricultural tourism activities in the State by establishing state agricultural tourism activity requirements that are applicable to all counties that have adopted an agricultural tourism ordinance. Requires agricultural tourism activities to be registered by the county planning commission. Requires agricultural tourism activities to coexist with an agricultural activity on a farming operation and requires termination of the agricultural tourism activities upon cessation of the agricultural activity. Makes conforming amendments. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN/EIG/EDT, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG |
WLA/AEN/EIG/EDT, WAM |
HB966 |
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SB1262
Fishing; Division of Aquatic Resources; Regulations; Bag Limits
RELATING TO OAHU CORAL REEF RESILIENCE ENHANCEMENT.
Establishes bag limits for kala, nenue, and uhu fish around the island of Oahu. Requires the Division of Aquatic Resources to conduct population assessments of these fishes and report to the Legislature. Sunsets on 6/30/2035. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC/WAM. |
CHANG |
WLA/AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB360 |
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SB1268
University of Hawaii; Space Sciences Workforce Development Program; Maunakea Scholars Program; Internship Program; Equipment and Supplies; Stipends; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII'S SPACE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING INITIATIVE.
Appropriates funds for salaries and fringe benefits of positions for the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy's Space Science and Engineering Initiative Workforce Development Program, Maunakea Scholars Program, and Internship Program. Appropriates funds for office equipment and supplies, operational costs, and stipends for the Maunakea Scholars Program and Internship Program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/EDT, WAM. |
INOUYE |
EDU/EDT, WAM |
HB563 |
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SB1269 SD1 HD2
DBEDT; Geothermal Resources; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for continued exploration and identification of geothermal resources and commercial viability for utility-scale geothermal production in counties with a population of less than 300,000, with certain limitations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
INOUYE |
EEP/ECD, CPC, FIN |
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SB1275
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group; Historic Preservation; Reports
RELATING TO STATE-OWNED HISTORIC PROPERTIES AND INHERITED LANDS.
Establishes the State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to ensure the preservation of state-owned historic properties and inherited lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB1279 SD2 HD1
Telepharmacy; Pharmacists; Medically Underserved Patients
RELATING TO PHARMACISTS.
Authorizes a registered pharmacist under contract with a covered entity for purposes of the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program to supervise the filling or receipt of a prescription via telehealth in certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC |
HB561 |
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SB1294
Special Needs Recreational Playground Equipment; State Parks; County Parks; Public School Playgrounds; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.
Requires all playgrounds located in state and county parks and on public school grounds to include special needs recreational playground equipment as part of the recreational apparatuses by 6/30/2027, including at a minimum a wheelchair accessible swing set. Establishes the Special Needs Recreational Playground Equipment Special Fund. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/EIG/WLA, WAM. |
MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDU/EIG/WLA, WAM |
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SB1295
HDOT; Department of Law Enforcement; Container Licensing Program; Harbors; Fee; Cargo Inspection; Fireworks; Seizure of Contraband
RELATING TO SHIPPING CONTAINER LICENSING.
Establishes within the Department of Transportation the container licensing program to mitigate the influx of illegal contraband into the State. Imposes a nominal licensing fee of $1 per container. Subjects all containers entering the State to inspections and authorizes the seizure of contraband. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
TRS/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB1301 SD1
Historic Preservation; Surveys; Archaeological Permits; Practice of Archaeology; SHPD Review; Historic Property; Burials; Island Burial Councils
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Establishes conditions under which archaeological inventory surveys and reconnaissance surveys are required. Establishes conditions under which archaeological permits may be issued and revoked and the practice of archaeology may be temporarily revoked. Modifies the composition and operations of island burial councils. Modifies procedures upon the inadvertent discovery of burial sites. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
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SB1316 SD1 HD2
Penal Code; Fees, Fines, and Restitution; Collections; Consequences of Nonpayment; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO COURT-ORDERED PAYMENTS.
Requires the Judiciary to contract with a collection agency or licensed attorney to collect delinquent court-ordered fees, fines, sanctions, and court costs. Repeals the authority of the Judiciary to contract with a collection agency or licensed attorney to collect delinquent restitution. Expressly allows courts to specify a period of time or installments for payment of fees and restitution. Requires district courts to hold payment compliance hearings once per year or as soon as practicable, until all fees, fines, and restitution are fully paid, and requires a defendant in district court to appear and show cause if the defendant fails to pay in full within a time specified by the court or fails to pay three consecutive installments. Makes conforming amendments to related statutes. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB997 |
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SB1323 SD2 HD2 CD1
Uniform Health Care Decisions Act (Modified); Advance Health Care Directives; Advance Mental Health Care Directives
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Adopts the Uniform Health Care Decisions Act (2023), as modified, to replace existing chapters related to advance health care directives and advance mental health care directives. (CD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
HB1004 |
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SB1326
Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Program; HCDA; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Program
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Authorizes the Hawaii Community Development Authority to cooperate with or assist public and private sector entities to engage in projects that improve the State. Establishes the transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program. Repeals the transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement district and board, under chapter 206E, part X, HRS. Makes additional consistent revisions to chapter 206E. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
HB1007 |
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SB1327
DLNR; Review of Proposed State Affordable Housing Projects
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEWS OF STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to determine the effect of any proposed State affordable housing project within ninety days of a request for determination. Sets forth the historic review requirements based on the project area's known historic, cultural, and archaeological resources. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HOU, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
HB1008 |
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SB1332
Important Agricultural Lands; Important Agricultural Lands Incentive; Farm Cluster Housing; Priority Permit Processing; Counties; County Ordinances
RELATING TO IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Repeals the provision authorizing farm dwellings and farm employee housing on important agricultural lands, amends the provision for priority permit processing to include farm cluster housing, and adopts a new provision establishing farm cluster housing to incentivize the designation of lands as important agricultural lands pursuant to chapter 205, HRS. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB1013 |
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SB1334
Land Use; Land Use District Boundary Amendments
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Authorizes county petition process for review and approval of land use district boundary amendments based on adopted county general plans or county development plans. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
HB1015 |
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SB1344
East-West Center; Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.; Chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes; General Fund Appropriations
RELATING TO THE CENTER FOR CULTURAL AND TECHNICAL INTERCHANGE BETWEEN EAST AND WEST, INC.
Designates the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., as the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. Authorizes General Fund appropriations exempt from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, WAM |
HB1025 |
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SB1393 SD1 HD3
DOE; SFA; Public Lands Transfer
RELATING TO THE USE OF PUBLIC LANDS.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to consult with the Department of Education and other impacted departments or agencies before the conveyance of ownership rights or lease of lands to the School Facilities Authority. Repeals the requirement that the Department of Education transfer title to lands it holds upon request of the School Facilities Authority. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, WAL, JHA |
HB1074 |
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SB1403
Drug and Alcohol Toxicology Testing; Blood Alcohol Content; Lower Threshold
RELATING TO USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol content threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from .08 to .05 or more grams of alcohol to reduce impaired driving and fatal crashes. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB1084 |
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SB1404
Cigarette Tax; Tobacco Tax; Disposition of Revenues
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the tax rates for cigarettes and little cigars beginning 1/1/2026, amends the disposition of tax revenues to certain non-general funds starting from fiscal year 2026-2027, with the excess carrying over to the general fund, and expands the tax disposition of tax revenues to the funds to include all tobacco product taxes. Repeals obsolete historical tax rates. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/EDU, WAM |
HB1085 |
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SB1406
Historic Preservation; DHHL; Project Reviews
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. |
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2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN/WLA, JDC |
HB1087 |
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SB1419 SD1 HD2
DHS; Neighbor Islands Blind and Low Vision Service Pilot Program
RELATING TO ACT 253, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2023.
Updates the name of the Neighbor Islands Blind and Visually Impaired Service Pilot Program established by Act 253, SLH 2023, by replacing the term "visually impaired" with the term "low vision" and clarifies the pilot program's implementation timeframes. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, FIN |
HB1100 |
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SB1421 SD1 HD2
DOH; Retention and Preservation of Medical Records; Health Care Providers; Repeal; Ceasing Operations
RELATING TO MEDICAL RECORDS.
Repeals the requirement for the Department of Health to approve a health care provider's arrangement for the retention and preservation of patients' medical records before the provider ceases operations. Clarifies that retention and preservation of medical records must be consistent with federal and state regulations and requires providers to notify patients on how to access or request copies of their medical records. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
HB1102 |
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SB1432 SD2 HD2 CD1
DOH; Hansen's Disease; Expenses; Rules; Annual Report; Transfer to the County of Maui
RELATING TO CHANGES TO RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CONCERNING PATIENTS, THE COUNTY OF KALAWAO, AND THE KALAUPAPA SETTLEMENT.
Authorizes the Department of Health to continue providing services statewide to Hansen's disease patients living in the community. Repeals sections of Chapter 326, Hawaii Revised Statutes, upon the 1‑year anniversary of the passing of the last patient resident of Kalaupapa as affirmed in the Governor's proclamation. Requires the Department of Health to include community organizations in the transition planning team. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, WAL, FIN |
HB1113 |
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SB1446
Disabled Persons Parking; County Enforcement
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
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. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB1127 |
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SB1449 SD1 HD2
Prior Authorization; Utilization Review Entities; Reporting; Health Care Appropriateness and Necessity Working Group; State Health Planning and Development Agency
RELATING TO PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES.
Requires utilization review entities to submit data relating to the prior authorization of health care services to the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Establishes the Health Care Appropriateness and Necessity Working Group within the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1130 |
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SB1457
BLNR; Water Sports Equipment; Interim Rules
RELATING TO OCEAN USER SAFETY.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to issue interim rules regarding commercial and recreational use of water sports equipment. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, CPN |
HB1138 |
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SB1458
BLNR; DLNR; Environmental Stewardship Fee Program; Environmental Stewardship Fee Special Fund; Environmental Stewardship Commission; Appropriation
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP FEES.
Establishes within the Department of Land and Natural Resources the environmental stewardship fee program to collect a fee from visitors through an environmental stewardship license and allocate the revenue to protect, restore, and manage natural and cultural resources through grants to nonprofit organizations. Establishes the environmental stewardship fee special fund. Establishes the Environmental Stewardship Commission to make recommendations to the Board of Land and Natural Resources regarding the use of revenues in the special fund. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct rulemaking. Requires a report to the legislature, including an environmental stewardship fee strategic plan. Creates civil or administrative penalties to be imposed after July 1, 2030. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/EDT, WAM/JDC |
HB1139 |
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SB1461
DLNR; CWRM; State Water Code; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty and amends the maximum penalty 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)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, JDC |
HB1142 |
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SB1463
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Program; Employees
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT IN THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM.
Amend sections 6E-3 and 76-16(b), HRS, to allow the Department of Land and Natural Resources to employ both civil service and non-civil service professional and technical staff in its State Historic Preservation Program. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/LBT, WAM |
HB1144 |
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SB1465 SD1 HD1
Taxation; Pass-Through Entities; S Corporations; Partnerships
RELATING TO PASS-THROUGH ENTITY TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024, requires all qualified members claiming a credit for pass-through entity taxation to adjust their income to include the qualified member's share of taxes paid by an electing pass-through entity. Effective July 1, 3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
HB1146 |
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SB1476
DOT; Harbor Improvements; Capital Advancement Contracts
RELATING TO CAPITAL ADVANCEMENT CONTRACTS.
Amends section 266-19.5(d), HRS, for the purpose of increasing the cap for the contract value of any one capital advancement contract (CAC) and the cap for the total aggregate value of CACs in a fiscal year entered into by the Department of Transportation with private parties for harbor improvements. Adds reporting requirements for the department. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
HB1157 |
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SB1477
Department of Transportation; Firefighting at Commercial Harbors; Limited Liability
RELATING TO FIREFIGHTING AT COMMERCIAL HARBORS.
Limits civil liability of individuals who render firefighting services at any of the State's commercial harbors or roadsteads, any commercial harbor or waterfront improvement belonging to or controlled by the State, or any vessel within a commercial harbor or roadstead to only damages resulting from an individual's gross negligence or wanton acts or omissions. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/PSM, JDC |
HB1158 |
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SB1479
DOT; DOE; Pupil Transportation Safety
RELATING TO PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
Amends sections 286-102 and 286-181, HRS, to allow exemptions to include use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans, which may not meet school bus regulations for school bus services, 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, when adult staff chaperone escorts of students are provided while students are being transported between designated locations off-campus and designated locations on-campus. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EDU, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/EDU, WAM |
HB1160 |
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SB1482
Department of Transportation; Limited-Term Non-Domiciled Commercial Driver's Licenses and Non-Domiciled Commercial Learner's Permits; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSING.
Amends section 286-236, HRS, to meet current federal regulations to allow the State to issue a limited-term non-domiciled commercial learner's permit and non-domiciled commercial driver's license for applicants who are unable to provide proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB1163 |
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SB1484
Sale of Real Property; Counties
RELATING TO HIGHWAYS.
Authorizes the counties to sell or dispose of property bordering the ocean when the Department of Transportation requests the acquisition of the property for state highway purposes. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC |
HB1165 |
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SB1485
Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program; State Highway Fund; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO AUTOMATED SPEED ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds out of the State Highway Fund for deposit into the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund and apporitates funds out of the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
HB1166 |
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SB1486
Emergency Appropriation; State Highway Fund; Department of Ttransportation
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the State Highway Fund to provide funds for fiscal year 2024-2025 for the Department of Transportation to enforce the Motor Carrier Law. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
HB1167 |
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SB1496 SD1 HD2
Discrimination in Public Accommodations; Persons with Disabilities; Discriminatory Practices; Places of Public Accommodation
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS.
Makes it an unlawful discriminatory practice for places of public accommodation to deny a person with a disability full and equal enjoyment of, or information related to, their goods, 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. Clarifies that a facility is considered a place of public accommodation regardless of whether its presence in the State is physical or digital. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HSH, JHA |
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SB1510
Motor Carriers; Exemptions; Non-Profit Community-Based Organizations
RELATING TO MOTOR CARRIERS.
Exempts non-profit community-based organizations providing transportation services from motor carrier regulations under certain circumstances. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, CPN |
HB1422 |
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SB1520 SD1 HD1
Paternity Proceedings; Divorce Proceedings; Domestic Abuse; Mediation
RELATING TO FAMILY.
Establishes an exemption from mediation in paternity proceedings where there are allegations of domestic abuse. Clarifies the exemption from mediation in divorce proceedings as it relates to domestic abuse. (HD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSH, JHA |
HB1283 |
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SB1521
Deceased Pet Animals; Public Roadways; Microchips; Notification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation or appropriate county department when disposing of a deceased cat or dog from a public roadway to scan the animal for a microchip, record certain information, and report that information to the appropriate county animal services or animal service contractors. Appropriates funds. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS, RICHARDS, McKelvey, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TRS, WAM |
HB667 |
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SB1524
UH; BOR; College of Education; Tuition Waiver; Mandatory Fee Waiver; State-Approved Teacher Education Program; Teacher Education; Resident Student
RELATING TO TEACHER EDUCATION.
Requires the Board of Regents to grant a waiver on all tuition and mandatory fees to a resident student enrolled in the College of Education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa for the semester or term that the student enrolls in a State-Approved Teacher Education Program. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RHOADS |
EDU, WAM |
HB1345 |
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SB1535
Real Property; Public Lands; Transfer; City and County of Honolulu; DLNR; DAGS; HHFDC; Appropriations
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Provides for the transfer of certain parcels in the Liliha Civic Center area and Iwilei Fire Station area from various state agencies to the City and County of Honolulu. Provides for the transfer of the parcel of land on which Alii Place is sited from the City and County of Honolulu to the State. Repeals the sunset provision of Act 4, SLH 2024. Requires the City and County of Honolulu to accept the properties transferred in satisfaction of all amounts owed by Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation under the Kapolei roadways, drainage, and sewer settlement. Exempts the land transferred from the definition of public lands for purposes of chapter 171, HRS. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
WLA, WAM |
HB800 |
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SB1537
DLNR; Wildlife; Feral Non-Native Animals; Prohibition; State Land; County Land; Penalties; Reports
RELATING TO WILDLIFE CONSERVATION.
Prohibits the feeding of feral non-native animals on state land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to enforce certain penalties for violations. Requires the counties to adopt or amend ordinances to prohibit the feeding of feral non-native animals on county land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream and impose certain penalties for violations. Establishes an annual reporting requirement to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS |
AEN/WLA, JDC |
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SB1547 SD1 HD1
BUF; SPRB; Aloun Kauai Farming; Agricultural Enterprises; Integrated Dairy ($)
RELATING TO SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST ALOUN KAUAI FARMING, AN AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISE, IN THE FINANCE, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF A PROJECT TO REVITALIZE THE DAIRY INDUSTRY.
Authorizes the Department of Budget and Finance to issue special purpose revenue bonds to assist Aloun Kauai Farming LLC, in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of an integrated dairy. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GABBARD |
AGR, FIN |
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SB1550
DLNR; UH; Exceptional Trees Program; Significant Trees; State Arborist Advisory Committee; County Arborist Advisory Committees
RELATING TO TREES.
Establishes base selection criteria for exceptional trees. Establishes the significant tree designation, selection criteria, and related processes. Establishes the State Arborist Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for administrative purposes. Requires County Arborist Advisory Committees to have at least six members, adopt new exceptional tree selection criteria, and designate significant trees. Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the University of Hawaii to cooperate with State and County Arborist Advisory Committees to carry out the Exceptional Trees Program. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, JDC. |
GABBARD |
AEN/WLA, JDC |
HB1501 |
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SB1561
Vegetation Management; Wildfire Mitigation; DLNR
RELATING TO VEGETATION MANAGEMENT.
Establishes vegetation management requirements to prevent wildfires caused by electric utilities. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to enforce the provisions. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB1573
Department of Agriculture; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Non-agricultural Park Lands; Transfer; Easements
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Allows the Department of Agriculture to request information related to easements prior to any transfer of certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. 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)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC. |
INOUYE |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
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SB1577
State Foundation of Culture and the Arts; Performing Arts Grants Program; Works of Art Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
Establishes the Performing Arts Grants Program to support performing arts in the State. Clarifies the scope of the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts' responsibilities to include the coordination, planning, promotion, marketing, and execution of performing arts events. Allows the use of moneys from the Works of Art Special Fund for performing arts. Appropriates funds to provide grants under the Performing Arts Grants Program. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, KIDANI, Richards |
WLA, WAM |
HB1378 |
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SB1580
Flags; Honor and Remember Flag; Pride Flag
RELATING TO FLAGS.
Requires the honor and remember flag and pride flag to be flown with the United States and Hawaiian flags on specified days. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
LEE, C., INOUYE, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA, JDC |
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SB1582 HD1
Coconut Palm; Tree; Cultural Significance; Food Source; Recognition
RELATING TO THE COCONUT TREE.
Recognizes the coconut palm as a culturally significant plant and sustainable staple food source in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
AWA, CHANG, DECORTE, GABBARD |
AGR, JHA |
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SB1585 SD1 HD2
Education; Hawaii P-20; University of Hawaii; Evidence-based Performance Metrics; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes and implements evidence-based performance metrics for the P-20 Partnerships for Education to allow better evidence-based assessments of the P-20 Partnerships for Education advisory council's workforce and pathway development programs. Requires reports to the Legislature. Authorizes the expenditure of Perkins V federal funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
EDU, WAM |
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SB1589 SD3 HD2
Department of Accounting and General Services; Stadium Authority; Stadium Development Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE STADIUM DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL FUND.
Requires gifts or grants from a private source deposited into the Stadium Development Special Fund to be used only for infrastructure related to the stadium and costs associated with the development of the stadium. Requires any unexpended and unencumbered funds in the Stadium Development Special Fund to immediately lapse to the general fund if the NASED project is terminated. Appropriates funds out of the Stadium Development Special Fund with certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
WAKAI |
ECD, FIN |
HB1354 |
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SB1597
Counties; Special Management Areas; Permits
RELATING TO SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREAS.
Increases the valuation threshold of development subject to a special management area minor permit or a special management area use permit from $500,000 to $750,000. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA, WAM |
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SB1598
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission; Adaptation Pathways; Adaptation Planning for Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Resort Shoreline Development; Sea Level Rise Exposure Area; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ADAPTATION PATHWAYS PLANNING.
Requires the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to develop adaptation pathways plans to modify and relocate development and associated infrastructure away from critically vulnerable areas to locations outside of sea level rise and coastal flooding exposure area. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB314 |
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SB1600
OHA; Public Land Trust Information System; Public Land Trust Working Group; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST WORKING GROUP.
Appropriates funds to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to hire necessary staff, purchase equipment, and retain professional services on behalf of the Public Land Trust Working Group. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to HWN/WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE |
HWN/WLA, WAM |
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SB1618
DCCA; UH; BOR; Journalistic Ethics Commission; Journalistic Ethics Review Board; College of Social Sciences; Journalism; Public Reporting; Dispute Resolution; Complaint; Ethics; Reports; Penalties
RELATING TO JOURNALISM.
Establishes a Journalistic Ethics Commission within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes a Journalistic Code of Ethics. Requires news media outlets to provide training in the ethics of journalism to journalists and editors in their employ. Establishes a Journalistic Ethics Review Board to be administratively attached to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Requires the Journalistic Ethics Review Board to handle complaints and appeals regarding violations of the Journalistic Code of Ethics. Requires the Journalistic Ethics Commission to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Establishes penalties for violations. Requires the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii to conduct an analysis of the journalism program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Social Sciences. Requires the Board of Regents to report to the Legislature. |
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1/21/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/EDU, JDC/WAM. |
KIM, DECOITE, DELA CRUZ, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
CPN/EDU, JDC/WAM |
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SB1638 SD2 HD1
DOT; Airlines; Air Carriers; Subsidy; Molokai Airport; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AIR CARRIERS.
Establishes within the Department of Transportation a three-year Molokai Air Carrier Subsidy Pilot Program to provide subsidies to airlines operating out of Molokai Airport. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
DECOITE |
TRS, WAM |
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SB1643
Drug and Alcohol Toxicology Testing; Blood Alcohol Content; Lower Threshold
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol content threshold for driving while under the influence of an intoxicant. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
FEVELLA, CHANG, Awa |
TRS, JDC |
HB1387 |
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SB1644
Transportation; DOT; HART; Fixed Guideway Systems; Counties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes that development of a fixed guideway system in a county having a population greater than 500,000 is a function of state government. Authorizes the Department of Transportation to develop a fixed guideway system in a county having a population greater than 500,000. Requires the Department of Transportation to transfer the fixed guideway system to the respective county upon completion. Transfers functions of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation to the Department of Transportation. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
FEVELLA |
TRS/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB1652
OPSD; Climate Change Superfund Act; Climate Change Adaptation Cost Recovery Program; Climate Change Adaptation Special Fund
RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.
Establishes the Climate Change Adaptation Cost Recovery Program within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to secure compensatory payments from historically responsible parties that contributed to pollution, based on a standard of strict liability to provide a source of revenue for climate change adaptive infrastructure projects within the State. Establishes the Climate Change Adaptation Special Fund. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS |
WLA/AEN, WAM/JDC |
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SB1654
DHHL; State Agencies; Land Transfers
RELATING TO LAND TRANSFERS.
Authorizes the transfer of certain lands under the jurisdiction of certain state agencies to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands. |
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2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, INOUYE, KIDANI |
HWN/WLA, JDC |
HB1309 |
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SB1664
Department of Transportation; Photo Red light Imaging System; School Zones; Fines; Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Requires the State to prioritize the installation of photo red light imaging detector systems in school zones if the State establishes a photo red light imaging detector system. Requires proceeds of fines collected for disregarding a steady red signal pursuant to a photo red light imaging detector system installed in a school zone to be deposited into the Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM/JDC. |
WAKAI |
TRS, WAM/JDC |
HB1231 |
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SB1665
Critical Infrastructure; Foreign Investment; Limitation; Report
RELATING TO FOREIGN CRITICAL ASSETS.
Limits foreign ownership of certain public and private utilities and companies controlling the State's critical infrastructure. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, CPN/JDC. |
LEE, C. |
WLA, CPN/JDC |
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SB1667 SD2 HD3
DOT; State Highway Safety and Modernization Council; Safe Routes to Schools Advisory Committee; Annual Reports; District Courts; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires, when planning and managing state highways, in certain areas to be determined by certain national standards. Establishes requirements for the State Highway Safety and Modernization Council. Authorizes the State Highway Safety and Modernization Council to select potential areas for the Department of Transportation to install additional photo red light imaging detector systems. Prohibits any vehicles from blocking marked crosswalks. Authorizes the Department of Transportation to implement additional automated speed enforcement systems in school zones as designated by the Safe Routes to School Advisory Committee. Requires annual reports. Requires the Department of Transportation to collaborate with the Judiciary before any expansion of the photo red light imaging detector and automated speed enforcement systems. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM/JDC. |
LEE, C. |
TRS, WAM/JDC |
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SB1668
Public Utilities Commission; Electric Vehicle Charging System Funding Program; Clean Energy; Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes the Electric Vehicle Charging System and Infrastructure Funding Program and allows the Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount to expend funds for the Program. Increases the amount of petroleum tax to be deposited into the Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/21/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, CPN/WAM. |
LEE, C. |
TRS/EIG, CPN/WAM |
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SB1669 SD2 HD3
DOT; Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership; Community Improvement Special Fund; Exemptions; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership within the Department of Transportation. Establishes the Community Improvement Special Fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds into and out of the special fund for the partnership and positions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/HOU, WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO |
TRS/HOU, WAM |
HB1484 |
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SB2001 SD1 HD2 CD1
HCDA; Banyan Drive Hawaii Redevelopment Agency; Banyan Drive Community Development District; New Special Fund; Lineal Descendant; Powers and Duties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE BANYAN DRIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Establishes the Banyan Drive Community Development District within the Hawaii Community Development Authority. Establishes the Banyan Drive Community Development District Special Fund. Specifies the powers and duties of HCDA as it relates to the District. Amends the composition of HCDA to include representatives of the District, Chairperson of the Banyan Drive Hawaii Redevelopment Agency, and a lineal descendant of the Waiakea Ahupuaa. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, FIN |
HB1847 |
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SB2002 SD2 HD1
DLNR; CWRM; Working Group
RELATING TO WATER.
Establishes within the Department of Land and Natural Resources a working group to evaluate and make recommendations regarding the governance and structure of the Commission on Water Resource Management to ensure that it effectively fulfills its constitutional public trust responsibilities while maintaining operational efficiency and implementation capacity. Sunsets the working group on 1/1/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2003 SD2
Mauna Kea Lands; UH; MKSOA; Act 255, SLH 2022; Leases; Subleases; Extension
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Provides for the repeal of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority and reversion of management authority over Mauna Kea lands to the University of Hawaii if the timelines specified in Act 255, SLH 2022, are not met. Establishes a deadline of 7/1/2030 for the transfer of appropriations, records, equipment, and other property to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. Authorizes the Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to an additional 10-year term. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, HED, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, MORIWAKI |
WAL, HED, JHA |
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SB2004 SD1
Counties; Outdoor Advertising; Violators; Penalties; Increase
RELATING TO OUTDOOR ADVERTISING.
Increases the penalties for any person who violates the State's laws relating to the display of billboards or any outdoor advertising device. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
INOUYE, DECOITE, GABBARD, KANUHA, RHOADS, Elefante, Moriwaki |
WAL, JHA |
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SB2005 SD1 HD1
DLNR; BLNR; Conservation Banks
RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKING.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources and certain public or private entities to operate conservation banks, subject to approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources, for situations where a person or entity is required to provide compensatory mitigation to offset adverse impacts to threatened, endangered, candidate, or proposed species as part of an approved incidental take license and habitat conservation plan. Adds the Associate Director of the United States Geological Survey, Ecosystems Mission Area, to the membership of the Endangered Species Recovery Committee. Requires the Endangered Species Recovery Committee to review applications and proposals for conservation banks and conduct subsequent reviews and oversight. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
HB2204 |
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SB2006 SD2
Agriculture; Agricultural Districts; Zoning; Farm Dwellings; Accessory Employee Housing
RELATING TO FARM EMPLOYEE HOUSING.
Clarifies that a "farm dwelling" permitted in an agricultural district includes a single-family farm dwelling with an accessory employee housing structure, subject to certain restrictions. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HSG/WAL, AGR, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSG/WAL, AGR, JHA |
HB1737 |
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SB2007
Land Use Decision-Making; Housing
RELATING TO LAND USE DECISION-MAKING.
Provides the authority for counties to amend district boundaries up to 25 acres for purposes of residential housing, agricultural workforce housing, long-term rental, or workforce fee simple ownership. |
(S)
2/17/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
HB1738 |
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SB2008
Statewide Traffic Code; Daniel K. Inouye Highway; Speed Limit
RELATING TO STATEWIDE TRAFFIC CODE.
Establishes 55 miles per hour as the maximum speed limit on all parts of the Daniel K. Inouye Highway. |
(S)
2/3/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, Elefante |
TRS, JDC |
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SB2009 SD2 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Private Parties; Vehicle Transfer; Registration; Plates; Tags; Emblems; Notification; Centralized Notification System; Motor Vehicle Registration; Driver's License; Unpaid Monetary Obligations
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Part I: Establishes requirements for transferors and transferees of used motor vehicles. Requires new number plates and tags or emblems for used motor vehicles transferred between private individuals. Requires each county Director of Finance to notify all applicable state and local agencies upon receipt of official notification of a vehicle transfer from a transferor. Requires each county Director of Finance to establish a centralized notification system for applicable agencies for every vehicle transfer by 7/1/2028. Part II: Imposes a restriction on a person's ability to obtain or renew a driver's license or to register, renew the registration of, or transfer or receive title to a motor vehicle, as a consequence of unpaid monetary obligations, under certain circumstances. Repeals provisions that would have allowed any person prevented from obtaining or renewing a driver's license or motor vehicle registration solely due to failure to pay any monetary assessment to petition the court for a driver's license or motor vehicle clearance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- 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, Muraoka voting no (2) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, FEVELLA |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2010 SD2 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Drivers; Unlicensed Drivers; Stops; Citations Traffic; Public Safety; Impoundment; Driver's License; Motor Vehicle Registration; Unpaid Monetary Obligations
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Part I: Authorizes the impoundment of motor vehicles when certain traffic violations have been alleged or committed. Provides that if a law enforcement officer lawfully stops a motor vehicle and the operator is cited for driving without a valid license, the officer shall not permit the operator to resume the use of the motor vehicle. Requires the motor vehicle to be moved by a licensed driver or towed at the owner's expense. Provides that the cited operator is responsible for arranging the operator's transportation from the scene of the stop. Part II: Imposes a restriction on a person's ability to obtain or renew a driver's license or to register, renew the registration of, or transfer or receive title to a motor vehicle, as a consequence of unpaid monetary obligations, under certain circumstances. Repeals provisions that would have allowed any person prevented from obtaining or renewing a driver's license or motor vehicle registration solely due to failure to pay any monetary assessment to petition the court for a driver's license or motor vehicle clearance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Gedeon, Pierick, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, Chang, Gabbard |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2011
Counties; Ordinances; Street Addresses; Display Standards; Emergency Response
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Requires each county to adopt display standards requiring visible and readable street addresses and to require owners of residential and commercial buildings to post street addresses in accordance with the county's display standards. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EIG, JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, RHOADS |
EIG, JDC |
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SB2012
Conveyance Tax; Revenues; Land Conservation Fund
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Repeals the cap amount on conveyance tax revenues allocated to the land conservation fund. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MORIWAKI, Elefante |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2013
Turtle Bay Reimbursable General Obligation Bonds; Reimbursement ($)
RELATING TO THE REIMBURSEMENT OF DEBT SERVICE ON THE PORTION OF THE TURTLE BAY REIMBURSABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FINANCED BY THE LAND CONSERVATION FUND.
Reduces reimbursement of debt service on the Turtle Bay reimbursable general obligation bonds from the land conservation fund to approximately one-half of the total repayment amount and reduces, accordingly, the amount due per fiscal year for the remainder of the bond amortization schedule. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, Moriwaki |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2014 SD1 HD1
DHRD; Vacant Positions; Reclassification; Abolishment; Report; Lapsing of Funds
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Requires the Director of Human Resources Development to abolish vacant positions within state departments and agencies under its jurisdiction that have been vacant for more than 5 years with certain exceptions. Requires funds for abolished positions to immediately lapse to the credit of the appropriate fund. Requires a list of positions abolished to be included in the Director's annual report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
INOUYE |
LAB, FIN |
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SB2015
LUC; Counties; Petition; Redistricting; Declaratory Order
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Temporarily allows each county, by resolution of its county council, to petition for the redistricting of land from an agricultural district to a rural district through the Land Use Commission's declaratory ruling process. Effective 7/1/2027. Sunsets 6/30/2030. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WLA/EIG, WAM. |
INOUYE, Moriwaki |
WLA/EIG, WAM |
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SB2016
Legislature; Senators; Representatives; Vacancies; Appointments; Term
RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE VACANCIES.
Establishes that if the death or permanent incapacitation of the prior incumbent leaves a legislative seat vacant before a primary election, but after the close of filing for candidacy in that election, and the prior incumbent's name was the only name on any ballot for that seat for that election, the Governor's appointment of a replacement shall be valid for both the unexpired term and the succeeding term. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to JDC. |
INOUYE |
JDC |
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SB2017
DLIR; Employment Practices; Healthy Workplace Act; Abusive Conduct; Prohibition; Penalty; Private Cause of Action; Remedies; Rules
RELATING TO HEALTHY WORKPLACES.
Prohibits any employer or employee from subjecting an employee to abusive conduct. Requires employers and certain employees to take all reasonable preventative and responsive measures to ensure a safe work environment free of abusive conduct. Prohibits employers and certain employees from taking retaliatory actions against employees who engage in certain protected acts. Establishes a penalty, private cause of action, and remedies. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to adopt rules. |
(S)
1/28/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD |
LBT, JDC |
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SB2018
OPSD; DLNR; Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission; UH; Membership; Transfer
RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.
Transfers the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission from the Department of Land and Natural Resources to the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development for administrative purposes. Removes the manager of the Coastal Zone Management Program from the Commission. Adds a representative from the University of Hawaii to the Commission. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, MORIWAKI, Gabbard |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB2019 SD1
DAB; DLNR; Non-Agricultural Park Lands; Transfer; Easements
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to request information related to easements prior to any transfer of certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to obtain approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity before pasture lands are removed for reforestation or other public purposes. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, Moriwaki |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
HB2377 |
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SB2020
UH; Institute for Astronomy; Space Science and Engineering Initiative; Workforce Development Program; Internship Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates moneys to the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy's Space Science and Engineering Initiative Workforce Development Program. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
INOUYE, GABBARD, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2021
State Fire Council; Counties; Search and Rescue; Costs; Mandatory Reimbursement; Ordinances; Rules
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Clarifies that a person or entity shall be liable for all or a portion of search and rescue expenses when the search and rescue results from the person or entity's violation of applicable laws. Requires the State Fire Council to adopt rules, and the counties to adopt ordinances, as necessary to pursue reimbursements. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WLA/PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO, Chang, Gabbard, Kanuha, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
WLA/PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM |
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SB2022 SD1
State Water Code; CWRM; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty and maximum penalty per violation of the State Water Code. Authorizes the Commission on Water Resource Management to consider each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Establishes factors the CWRM must consider when determining the amount of the penalty. Increases maximum fines every 5 years from 2031 to 2046. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
WAL, JHA |
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SB2023
General Excise Tax; Transient Accommodations Tax; Filing Threshold; Increase
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the filing thresholds for the General Excise Tax and Transient Accommodations Tax. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
WAM |
HB2156 |
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SB2024 SD2 HD1
School Facilities Authority; Pilot Program; Public-private Partnership; Request for Proposals; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Authorizes the School Facilities Authority to use public-private partnerships for the development of public school facilities, including facilities at public charter schools. Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a pilot program to develop three new public schools in areas based on demonstrated need through public-private partnerships. Requires the approval of the Department of Education prior to the development of a public school for the pilot program on Department lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 229. |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Kanuha |
EDN, FIN |
HB1783 |
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SB2025 SD1
Jury Duty; Advanced Practice Registered Nurses; Physician Assistants; Exemption
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Allows actively practicing advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants employed in Federally Qualified Health Centers to claim exemption from service as a juror. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA |
HHS, JDC |
HB1534 |
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SB2026 SD2 HD1
Traffic Safety; Duty of Approaching Vehicle; Stationary Vehicle; Pickup Trucks; Passenger Restrictions
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Part I: Requires drivers of vehicles approaching stationary motor vehicles stopped in any location on the roadway, shoulder, or roadside to slow down and make a lane change if necessary. Part II: Prohibits the operation of a pickup truck with a passenger seated in the bed or load-carrying area on roadways with posted speed limits of forty-six miles per hour or higher and roadways with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction. Provides certain exemptions from passenger restrictions. Increases the minimum age to ride in the bed or load-carrying area of a pickup truck while in operation from twelve years of age to eighteen years of age. 0Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
TRN, JHA |
HB1692 |
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SB2027
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel distribution in Hawaii to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Provides $1 per gallon, increasing by 2 cents per additional 1 per cent emissions reduction, up to $2 per gallon. Caps total credits at $20,000,000 annually, with carryover provisions. Requires reporting to ensure transparency and compliance. Applies to taxable years after December 31, 2025, and sunsets on December 31, 2035. |
(S)
2/17/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
EIG/TRS/AEN, WAM |
HB1694 |
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SB2028
Aquaculture Investment Tax Credit
RELATING TO THE AQUACULTURE INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, establishes a 5-year aquaculture investment tax credit for taxpayers that incur qualifying investment costs relating to qualified aquaculture businesses. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2029
HIEMA; Hawaii Disaster Drill Day; Preparedness; Federal Government; Counties
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Establishes the eighth day of August of each year as "Hawaii Disaster Drill Day". Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with all state departments and agencies, to conduct drills and perform other activities for that day. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to PSM/WLA, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki |
PSM/WLA, WAM |
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SB2030 SD1
DCR; Adult Correctional Officers; Body Cameras; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for purchasing body cameras for adult correctional officers to wear while on duty at state correctional facilities, beginning on or after 7/1/2027. |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2031 SD2 HD1 CD1
Consumer Protection; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices; Live-Event Tickets; Short-Term Lodging; Disclosures; Total Price; Junk Fees; Federal Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Makes it an unfair or deceptive act or practice for businesses to: advertise, display, or offer the price of live-ticket events or short-term lodging without clearly and conspicuously disclosing the total price; and misrepresent any fees or charges in any offer, display, or advertisement for the sale of live‑event tickets or short-term lodging. Specifies that any advertisement, display, or offer of short-term lodging or live-event tickets in compliance with the federal Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees are in compliance with this Act. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
CPC |
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SB2032 SD2 HD1
DCCA; Consumer Protection; Residential Solar Energy Devices; Power Purchase Agreements; Agreement Cover Page; Disclosures; Contractors; Voidable
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Requires purchase, lease, and power purchase agreements for residential solar energy devices to include a cover page with certain required disclosures. Requires any person or entity that markets, sells, leases, or solicits a residential solar energy device or markets, sells, or solicits power purchase agreements to comply with consumer protection laws. Prohibits any person or entity from installing, marketing, offering financing, or engaging in customer acquisition for a residential solar energy device without holding a contractor's license or having a contractual affiliation with a licensed contractor. Allows for rescission or cancellation of the agreement. Specifies that agreements in violation of the law are voidable. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Hashimoto |
EEP, CPC |
HB1644 |
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SB2033 SD1
PUC; Renewable Energy; Grid-Ready Homes Interconnection Process; Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator; Electricity Reliability Surcharge; Report
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a streamlined grid-ready homes interconnection process. Authorizes the use of the Hawaii electricity reliability surcharge for cost recovery of certain expenses of the Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator associated with the grid-ready homes interconnection process. Requires a report to the PUC on the grid-ready homes interconnection process. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN/EIG, WAM |
HB2242 |
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SB2034
Planned Community Associations; Condominium Associations; Board; Cumulative Voting; Candidates
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Clarifies that a member can distribute each vote they are entitled to among any or all of the candidates for a planned community association or condominium association board election conducted by cumulative voting. Defines "candidate". |
(S)
1/28/2026- Re-Referred to CPN, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2035
Condominiums; Association Records; Resale Transactions; Costs
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Authorizes condominium associations and managing agents to charge reasonable costs for administrative services related to providing documentation not already in existence or preparing forms to facilitate a private sales transaction. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
CPN |
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SB2036
Consumer Protection; Surveillance Pricing; Prohibition
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits surveillance pricing, or differential pricing based on information collected with electronic surveillance technology. Deems surveillance pricing an unfair and deceptive practice. Provides certain exemptions. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
LBT, CPN |
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SB2037 SD1
Condominiums; Arbitration; Fines; Attorneys' Fees; Trial de Novo
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Prohibits condominium associations from charging unit owners attorneys' fees on fines unless deemed collectable. Allows a court to assess charges against a party requesting trial de novo if the requesting party fails to better its position by thirty per cent or more. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2038
Abortion; Mifepristone; Medication; Pharmacy; Prescription; Health
RELATING TO MEDICATION LABELING.
Authorizes certain pregnant persons to receive abortion medication with a label that does not bear their name and other identifying information. |
(S)
1/30/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2039
DCCA; Corporations; Business Entities; Regulation; Elections
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Prohibits certain business entities from engaging in election and campaign finance activities. |
(S)
1/29/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2040
Constitutional Amendment; Speech; Elections; Non-Natural Persons; Business Entities (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII REGARDING THE FREEDOM OF SPEECH.
Proposes an amendment to Article I, Section 4, of the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to provide that the participation of non-natural persons in election activities and campaign finance activities may be regulated, restricted, or prohibited as provided by law. |
(S)
2/6/2026- The committee(s) on JDC deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-10-26 9:15AM; CR 016 & Videoconference. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2041 SD1 HD2
Judiciary; Land Court; Bureau of Conveyances; LRB; Real Property; Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Establishes a working group to recommend the implementation of specific reforms to effectively eliminate the Land Court. Requires a report to the Legislature, including proposed legislation drafted with assistance from the Legislative Reference Bureau. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
KEOHOKALOLE, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2042 SD1
Insurance; Sponsored Captive Insurance Companies; Minimum Capital and Surplus; Reduction
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Reduces the unimpaired minimum capital and surplus that class 4 sponsored captive insurance companies are required to maintain. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2043 SD1 HD1 CD1
Insurance Commissioner; Insurance; Captive Insurance Companies; Examinations; Report
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Until 12/31/2031, specifies that captive insurance companies that are not risk retention captive insurance companies are subject to examination no later than five years after licensure and any additional examination at the discretion of the Insurance Commissioner. On or after 1/1/2032, subjects captive insurance companies that are not risk retention captive insurance companies to examination at least once every five years. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to submit a report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2031. Effective 7/1/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPC |
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SB2044 SD1
Dormant Captive Insurance Companies; Gross Premiums Tax; Meeting Requirement; Exemption
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Exempts a dormant captive insurance company that has been issued a certificate of dormancy from certain taxes and the requirement that its governing body hold at least one meeting each year in the State. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
2/4/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2045 SD1
State Boxing Commission of Hawaii; Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii; Combat Sports Contests; Prohibitions; Mixed Martial Arts Contests; Repeal; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.
Renames the State Boxing Commission of Hawaii as the Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii. Amends the jurisdiction of the Commission to include combat sports contests. Prohibits no rules combat or similar combat sports contests. Repeals the existing Mixed Martial Arts Contests Program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
CPN/EDT, WAM/JDC |
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SB2046 SD2 HD1
Department of Health; Water Quality; Underground Storage Tanks and Tank Systems; Confirmed Release; Environmental Restoration; Jet Fuel; Rules
RELATING TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS.
Requires an owner or operator of an underground storage tank or tank system with a confirmed release to meet certain standards for the restoration of the environment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/2/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Wakai |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
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SB2047 SD2 HD2
Insurance Commissioner; Pharmacy Benefit Managers; Prescription Drugs; Maximum Allowable Cost; Contracting Pharmacies; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS.
Establishes certain requirements for pharmacy benefit managers, other than health maintenance organizations that own and operate their own pharmacies, that reimburse contracting pharmacies for drugs on a maximum allowable cost basis. Allows contracting pharmacies to reverse and rebill claims if a maximum allowable cost is denied on appeal. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to assess fines for violations. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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SB2048 SD1
DAB; Invasive Species; Pest-Infested Items or Materials; Sale; Barter; Donation; Prohibited; Penalties
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Prohibits the sale, barter, or donation of any pest-infested item or material. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to quarantine, treat, or destroy pest-infested items or materials. Imposes penalties on individuals who sell, barter, or donate a pest-infested items or materials. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2049
Law Enforcement; Biometric Surveillance Technology; Facial Recognition; Prohibition
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers from using biometric surveillance technology in the State unless certain conditions are met. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to PSM/LBT, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM/LBT, JDC |
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SB2050 SD1 HD2 CD1
Hawaii Board of Chiropractic; Licensure; Chiropractic Students; Clinical Training; Rules; Report
RELATING TO CHIROPRACTIC.
Beginning 7/1/2028, allows chiropractic students enrolled in an accredited doctor of chiropractic program to engage in clinical training involving the practice of chiropractic as part of the completion of their degree, under certain conditions. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
HED, CPC |
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SB2051
Health Insurance; In Vitro Fertilization; Mandatory Insurance Coverage; Infertility; Same-Sex Couples; Unmarried Individuals; Transgender Persons; Male Infertility; Parity
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Removes discriminatory requirements for mandatory insurance coverage of in vitro fertilization procedures to create parity of coverage for same-sex couples, unmarried individuals, transgender persons, and opposite-sex couples for whom male infertility is the relevant factor. Requires the insured or the insured's dependent spouse to have a history of infertility of at least six months' duration, rather than five years. Includes need for medical intervention to conceive due to physiological or anatomical factors. |
(S)
1/30/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2052
Smartphones; Right-to-Repair; Exclusions
RELATING TO RIGHT TO REPAIR.
Requires original smartphone manufacturers to make documentation, parts, and tools available to independent repair providers and owners for the purposes of diagnosis, maintenance, and repair on fair and reasonable terms. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to CPN/LBT, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN/LBT, JDC |
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SB2053 SD2 HD2 CD1
Salvaged Motor Vehicles; Transfer; Supporting Documents; Electronic Signature; Indemnification
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes supporting documents used to transfer ownership of a motor vehicle to an insurance company after payment of damages from the result of a total loss insurance settlement to be signed electronically. Requires insurance companies to indemnify and hold harmless the Director of Finance for any claims resulting from the issuance of motor vehicle titles utilizing documents signed electronically without a notary. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRN, CPC |
HB1691 |
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SB2054 SD2 HD2
Hawaii National Guard; Deployment; Federal Law Enforcement; Collaboration
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Prohibits the Hawaii National Guard from deploying to assist federal troops, federal law enforcement, or the national guard of any other state operating in Hawaii when the Governor has objected to the deployments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 762). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
PBS, JHA |
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SB2055 SD1 HD1
Civil Rights Commission; Civil Rights Violations; Helpline; Annual Report; Monthly Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS.
Requires the Civil Rights Commission to establish a twenty-four-hour intake helpline to assist individuals who experience or witness civil rights violations in the State. Requires the Civil Rights Commission to compile an annual report and hold an annual public hearing on data obtained through the helpline. Requires the Civil Rights Commission to compile and submit to the Legislature, and post on its website, a monthly preliminary report on data obtained through the helpline. Appropriates funds to establish an unspecified number of Civil Rights Investigator, Data Analyst, and Program Manager positions within the Civil Rights Commission. Appropriates funds for the Civil Rights Commission to contract with Aloha United Way to implement the twenty-four-hour intake helpline and for website and data development costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2056
Individual Liberties; Law Enforcement Agencies; Prohibited Agreements
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits law enforcement agencies from forming certain agreements with federal or out-of-state law enforcement agencies. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2057 SD2 HD2 CD1
State Law Enforcement Agencies; County Law Enforcement Agencies; Law Enforcement Officials; Federal Immigration Authorities; Prohibition; Immigration Enforcement
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits any law enforcement agency or law enforcement official from entering into an agreement under federal law that permits state or county agencies to engage in immigration enforcement. Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officials from engaging in certain immigration-related actions, except under limited circumstances. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
ECD, JHA, FIN |
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SB2058
Safe Community Places; Voluntary Consent; Law Enforcement; First Amendment; Immigration Enforcement
RELATING TO SAFE COMMUNITIES.
Requires the Attorney General to designate safe community places. Prohibits employees at safe community places from providing voluntary consent to federal law enforcement agents for operations that identify or seek to identify apprehend, arrest, or impose any other penalty for activities protected by the First Amendment or immigration enforcement. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM |
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SB2059
Federal Immigration Enforcement; Delegation; Prohibited
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits a law enforcement agency from entering into an agreement for the delegation of immigration enforcement authority to a state or county agency. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2060 SD2 HD1 CD1
HHFDC; RHRF; Mixed-Income Subaccount
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Authorizes the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be used to provide any and all forms of financing for the development, pre‑development, construction, acquisition, preservation, and substantial rehabilitation of rental housing units. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to give preference to certain projects with perpetual affordability commitments, that are revenue neutral, and to applicants with a demonstrated history of early repayment to the RHRF. Authorizes HHFDC to use moneys in the RHRF that have been reserved or awarded by HHFDC for specific projects but have not yet been encumbered to fund other rental housing projects subject to certain conditions. Authorizes HHFDC to secure a line of credit or other instrument of indebtedness to provide liquidity for the RHRF under certain conditions. Repeals 6/30/2030. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
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SB2061 SD2 HD2 CD1
HCDA; Affordable Housing; Ninety-Nine Year Leasehold Program; Condominium Units; Owner‑Occupied Residential Use
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies the Ninety-Nine Year Leasehold Program by: (1) allowing the Hawaii Community Development Authority to prohibit renting, advertising for rent, or using for any other purpose other than owner-occupied residential use a residential condominium unit, by rule, rather than statutorily; (2) exempting the design, development, and construction contracts from procurement requirements, subject to prevailing wage requirements for laborers and mechanics; (3) requiring HCDA to adopt rules to implement an initial sales period during which residential condominium units are offered only to eligible buyers for owner-occupied residential use; (4) authorizing the sale of a residential condominium unit that is not subject to an income restriction and was not sold within a certain period to be sold to other buyers, as determined by rule by HCDA, without an owner-occupancy requirement; (5) requiring HCDA to adopt rules that require at least sixty per cent of residential condominium units to be income restricted; and (6) requiring HCDA to establish rules to require buyback pricing similar to other state agencies' existing pricing formulas. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSG, CPC |
HB1722 |
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SB2062
HHFDC; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Program
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Establishes the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Program as a permanent program to be administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to purchase equity in for-sale housing development projects for qualified residents of the State using moneys in the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to lower the initial purchasing price. Establishes equity repayment requirements. Effective 6/29/2050. |
(S)
2/3/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2063
HHFDC; RHRF; Mixed-Income Subaccount; Project Criteria; Conveyance Tax; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Revises the Mixed-Income Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund by modifying the priority list for project funding and adding new project priority criteria. Authorizes fund transfers between the Mixed-Income Subaccount without legislative approval. Authorizes conveyance tax revenues deposited into the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be transferred to the Mixed-Income Subaccount. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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2/3/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
HOU, WAM |
HB1723 |
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SB2064
Governor; DAGS; Office of the State Architect; State Architect; State Construction Projects; Design Approvals; Design Review; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
Establishes within the Department of Accounting and General Services the Office of the State Architect, directed by a State Architect appointed by the Governor. Requires the State Architect to organize, manage, and oversee the design review of all state construction projects and issue design approvals for traditional design-bid-build state construction projects. Requires an annual report to the Governor and Legislature. Authorizes the Department of Accounting and General Services to oversee design review services for state construction projects and issue certain design approvals through the State Architect. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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2/12/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
CHANG |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2065
Counties; Permits; State Projects; Designated Staff; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITS.
Requires county permitting agencies to establish and fill positions exclusively to process permit applications submitted for state projects. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to EIG, WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, Fevella, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EIG, WAM |
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SB2066 SD1
State Agencies; Counties; State Projects; County Building Permit Requirements; Cooperative Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITTING AND INSPECTION.
Establishes a cooperative working group to address state projects that require county permitting and to explore, research, and make recommendations on streamlining processes. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EIG/GVO, WAM |
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SB2067
Housing Development; County Council Approval Exemption; State Financing Commitments; State Land
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts housing developments that have obtained financing commitments from the State or is located on state land from the requirement to obtain approval from the applicable county council. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB2068 SD1
OPSD; Affordable Housing; Land Inventory Task Force; Study; State Lands; County Lands; Transit-Oriented Development; Report; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Establishes the Affordable Housing Land Inventory Task Force within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to conduct a study, subject to legislative appropriation, on how to maximize housing development in transit-oriented development zones or other areas on state or county lands. Requires a report to the Legislature. Establishes a position. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Gabbard, Kanuha, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB2069 SD2 HD1 CD2
HHFDC; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program
RELATING TO THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND.
Extends the sunset date of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program pursuant to Act 92, SLH 2023, from June 30, 2028, to June 30, 2031. Requires any equity purchased by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation under the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program to be in a for-sale housing development project within a transit-oriented development zone. Authorizes HHFDC to spend up to $20,000,000 from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for the Equity Pilot Program established pursuant to Act 92, Session Laws of Hawaii 2023. (CD2) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
HSG, FIN |
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SB2070 SD1
HHFDC; Real Property; Qualified Resident; Permanently Affordable; For-Sale Housing; Restrictions on Transfer
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to designate certain for-sale housing units as permanently affordable. Requires the HHFDC to adopt rules to implement the Housing for Locals Forever Program. Repeals certain requirements defining a qualified resident. Removes restrictions applicable to the transfer of certain real property developed and sold under chapter 201H, HRS. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2071 SD1
HHFDC; Housing; Rent-to-Own Program; Fee Simple; Leasehold; Option Period
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies that the dwelling units eligible for the Rent-to-Own Program shall be units that are for sale in fee simple or leasehold on non-ceded state or county land under a lease with an initial term of not less than 99 years. Replaces the five-year period during which the sales price of a rent-to-own dwelling unit shall remain fixed with an option period established by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
HOU/CPN, WAM |
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SB2072
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Tourism; Restaurants; Michelin Guide; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Appropriates moneys to sponsor a Michelin Guide for restaurants statewide. |
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2/10/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
CHANG, Elefante, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2073
HHS; DOH; Water Fluoridation; Water Testing; Reports
RELATING TO WATER FLUORIDATION.
Requires certain suppliers of water in the State to adjust the fluoride levels in the supplier's public water system to meet the optimal fluoride level for community water fluoridation, as established by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Requires suppliers to test water systems for fluoride levels, at intervals established by the state Department of Health. Requires the Department of Health to provide training to suppliers on the implementation of water fluoridation. Requires the Department of Health to submit annual reports to the Legislature. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, Richards |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB2074 SD1 HD3 CD1
Stadium Authority; Naming Rights; Stadium; Concessions; Marketing; Stadium Development Special Fund
RELATING TO STATE FACILITIES.
Exempts concessions within the Stadium Facility that are under the jurisdiction of the Stadium Authority from chapter 102, HRS, governing concession on public property. Allows the naming rights of the Stadium Facility to be leased to any public or private entity. Requires any revenues derived from advertising or marketing in or on the Stadium Facility to be deposited into the Stadium Development Special Fund. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB1609 |
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SB2075 SD1 HD2 CD1
Public Procurement; Local Preference; Hawaii Bidders; Hawaii Offerors; Competitive Sealed Bidding; Competitive Sealed Proposals; Debarment; Rules
RELATING TO PUBLIC PROCUREMENT.
Requires purchasing agencies to apply a five per cent flat rate local preference in evaluating bids or proposals from qualified Hawaii bidders or offerors who submit a timely preference certification. Establishes criteria for a bid or proposal to qualify for a local preference. Establishes requirements for the qualification and certification of Hawaii bidders and offerors and consequences for failure to maintain qualification. Requires the Procurement Policy Board to adopt rules. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB1607 |
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SB2076 SD1
Digital Replica; Publicity Rights; Likeness
RELATING TO PUBLICITY RIGHTS.
Protects a person's right to publicity from digital replicas by including "digital replica" in the definition of "likeness" that is protected under state law that governs publicity rights. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
HB2607 |
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SB2077
SPRB; Fenix Space, Inc.; Hilo International Airport ($)
RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST FENIX SPACE, INC.
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds for the planning, design, and construction of the Fenix Space launch platform system and Fenix Space Hilo flight operations facility. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EDT/HOU, WAM. |
WAKAI, KIDANI |
EDT/HOU, WAM |
HB1608 |
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SB2078 SD1
DLNR; Aquarium Fishing; Fine Increase; Rules
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Clarifies that rules adopted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources pursuant to section 190-3, HRS, may regulate aquarium fish permits. Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KANUHA |
WAL, JHA |
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SB2079
Vehicle Title; Surety Bond; Director of Finance; Ownership
RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.
Requires the county Director of Finance to issue a temporary, three-year title to an applicant in cases where no prior title exists, the prior owner is unable to provide one, or the Director is otherwise not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle. Requires the applicant to provide a surety bond and certain documentation to the Director. Allows for a right of action against the surety bond and temporary title. Requires the temporary title to convert to a full title after three years unless a suit has been instituted against the temporary title. |
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2/24/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EIG, JDC |
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SB2080 SD1
DCCA; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT); Adoption; Rules
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact to regulate the practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person, face-to-face practice of psychology by psychologists across state boundaries in the performance of their psychological practice. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Implementation effective January 1, 2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
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3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB1704 |
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SB2081
Motor Vehicles; Certificate of Registration; Divorce Decree
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Authorizes a person to remove their name from a certificate of registration from a motor vehicle if that person is party to a divorce decree that states that title to the motor vehicle was granted to the other party. |
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2/5/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRS/EIG, JDC |
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SB2082
DOE; Teacher Workforce Housing Stipend Program; Workforce Housing; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes a Teacher Workforce Housing Stipend Program at public schools classified as rural or underserved. Requires the Department of Education to administer the program and report findings to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2083 SD1
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group; Historic Preservation; Reports
RELATING TO STATE-OWNED HISTORIC PROPERTIES AND INHERITED LANDS.
Establishes the State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to ensure the preservation of state-owned historic properties and inherited lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2084 SD1
DLNR; Marine Life Conservation Districts; Carrying Capacity Program; Administrative Rules; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and conduct a Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit a report to the Legislature and adopt administrative rules. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2085
DOH; Water Catchment Systems; Business Activity Water Catchment System Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
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 2028 and dissolve on 6/30/2028. Appropriates funds. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2086
Health Care Professionals; Health Care Providers; License; Legal and Administrative Claims; Reporting Requirements; Courts; State Agencies; Professional Liability Insurers; Insurance Commissioner; Licensing Boards; Medical Torts; Statute of Limitation; Statute of Repose; Tolling; Pain and Suffering Damages; Award Limit
RELATING TO CLAIMS AGAINST HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.
Part II - Requires health care professionals, and courts and agencies in receipt of the filing, to report to the respective licensing board any legal or administrative complaint, claim, or action for damages filed against the health care professional within thirty days of receipt of the filing. Requires review by the licensing boards. Requires filings against physicians, osteopathic physicians, or podiatrists to be reported to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Requires self‑insured health care providers and professional liability insurers for health care providers to report to the Insurance Commissioner any medical tort claims filed with the court and requires the Insurance Commissioner to forward certain information to the appropriate professional board or the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Part III – Extends the time frame by which a medical tort action can be brought and establishes additional tolling conditions. Increases the cap on damages recoverable for pain and suffering in medical tort actions. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2087 SD2
DHS; DCCA; Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program; Bronze Level; Catastrophic Plan; Deductibles; Subsidies; Waivers; Portability; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes a three-year Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Human Services, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to subsidize the cost of certain health insurance deductibles for eligible individuals. Authorizes the Department to contract with a nonprofit health insurer or community-based organization to operate the Pilot Program; provided that the Department shall allow the operator to access state-backed reinsurance or risk stabilization support for the operation of the Pilot Program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HSH, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB1546 |
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SB2088 SD1 HD1
DLIR; Insurance Commissioner; Nontraditional Workforce; Portable Health Care Benefits; Voluntary Pilot Program; High Deductible Health Plan; Catastrophic Health Plan; Health Savings Account; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PLANS FOR WORKERS.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, in consultation with the Insurance Commissioner, to establish and implement a five-year voluntary Nontraditional Workforce Portable Health Care Benefit Plan Pilot Program that offers high deductible health plans or catastrophic health plans to nontraditional workers who are ineligible for health benefits provided by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund or prepaid health care plans under the Prepaid Health Care Act. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Shimizu voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
HB1545 |
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SB2089 SD1 HD2
DHS; Medicaid; Prospective Payment System; Reimbursement; Mental Health Services; Mental Health Professionals; Rules
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Expands the services eligible for Medicaid Prospective Payment System reimbursement to include certain services furnished by a federally qualified health center or rural health clinic and provided by mental health professionals under the clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional. Requires the Department of Human Services to adopt rules for this purpose and seek federal approvals as necessary. Specifies that implementation is contingent upon and only to the extent approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:05PM in conference room 329. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Inouye, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB1706 |
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SB2090 HD1
Judiciary; Family Court; Child Custody Evaluators; Licensed Mental Health Counselors
RELATING TO CHILD CUSTODY.
Allows licensed mental health counselors to be appointed as child custody evaluators. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 787). |
KANUHA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang |
HSH, JHA |
HB1705 |
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SB2091
DOE; School Bus Driver Recruitment Grant Program; School Bus Driver Recruitment Special Fund; Repayment Signing Bonus Program; School Bus Driver Outreach and Pathway Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a School Bus Driver Recruitment Grant Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Recruitment Special Fund. Establishes a Repayment Signing Bonus Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Outreach and Pathway Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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2/4/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB1770 |
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SB2092
Renewable Portfolio Standards; Definition; Biomass; Repeal
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Repeals biomass from the renewable portfolio standard definition of "renewable energy". |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EIG/AEN, CPN. |
GABBARD, RHOADS |
EIG/AEN, CPN |
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SB2093 SD1
Fuel Tank Advisory Committee; Regular Meetings; Frequency; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FUEL TANK ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Requires the Fuel Tank Advisory Committee to hold at least one regular meeting during each calendar quarter. Requires the Advisory Committee to hold one regular meeting each year that convenes outside of normal business hours. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, Wakai |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
HB1987 |
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SB2094 SD1
EALs; Toxic Chemicals; Pollutants; Procedural Requirements; Public Notice; Appropriation ($)
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. Establishes a process to allow any resident to petition for modifications to an established EAL. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
AEN/GVO, WAM |
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SB2095 SD1 HD1
DOH; PFAS Working Group; PFAS; Toxic Chemicals; Reports
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Establishes a PFAS Working Group within the Department of Health to investigate the existence and environmental dangers of per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Ihara |
EEP, HLT, FIN |
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SB2096 SD2 HD1
DOH; Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances; PFAS; Wastewater Management; Testing; Rules
RELATING TO WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT.
Requires certain wastewater treatment works to test sewage sludge and any other residual material intended for land application for the presence of PFAS. Requires the Director of Health to adopt rules for the monitoring, sampling, testing, and data collection of sewage sludge and other residual material at wastewater treatment works that contain PFAS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
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SB2097 SD1
DAB; Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program; Climate Adaptation; Agriculture; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Appropriates funds. Requires DAB to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2548 |
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SB2098 SD1
DAB; Clean Plant Program; Establishment; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION.
Establishes a Clean Plant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to support the production, maintenance, and distribution of disease-free, clean plant material to growers, nurseries, and other agricultural producers in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
HB2549 |
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SB2099
DOH; Large Municipal Waste Combustors; Incinerators; Environmental Protection; Performance and Emission Standards; Rules
RELATING TO SOLID WASTE POLLUTION.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt by 12/31/2027, rules setting forth performance and emission standards for large municipal waste combustor plants operating within the State, in compliance with proposed federal rules. Beginning 1/1/2028, requires large municipal waste combustor plants operating within the State to comply with the rules. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN/EIG, JDC. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
HHS/AEN/EIG, JDC |
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SB2100 SD2 HD1
DAB; Restricted Use Pesticides; Online Reporting Tool; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to develop an online reporting tool for restricted use pesticides. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
GABBARD, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki |
AGR/EEP, FIN |
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SB2101 SD1 HD1 CD1
Department of Health; Counties; Solid Waste Reduction; Organic Waste Diversion
RELATING TO ORGANIC WASTE.
Updates and establishes additional statewide goals for solid waste stream and organic waste stream diversion. Requires the recycling, bioconversion, and organic waste diversion component to identify and assess methods to achieve certain organic waste stream reduction goals. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
EEP, FIN |
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SB2102 SD2 HD2
DAB; Hemp; Hemp-Derived Feed Ingredient; Commercial Feed; Rules
RELATING TO INDUSTRIAL HEMP.
Beginning 7/1/2026, authorizes the use of hemp or hemp-derived feed ingredients in commercial feed in the State, subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/29/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-29-26 11:20 AM; Conference Room 325. |
GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AGR, CPC |
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SB2103 SD2
DAB; Pesticides; Buffer Zones; Restricted Use Pesticides; Consistent Unit of Measurement; Exemptions
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to use consistent units of measurement in its summary to the public on the amounts of restricted use pesticides applied. Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a one-half mile buffer zone for pesticides around schools during normal school hours and state and county public parks. Establishes certain exemptions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to AGR/EEP, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR/EEP, CPC |
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SB2104
GET; Groceries; Nonprescription Drugs; Phased Repeal; County Surcharge; Prohibition
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Implements a phased repeal of the state general excise tax on the sale of groceries and nonprescription drugs in the State. Prohibits counties from establishing county surcharges on the state general excise tax on gross income or gross proceeds from the sale of groceries and nonprescription drugs in the State. Prohibition on county surcharges to be repealed on 12/31/2030. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS/EIG, WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, Wakai |
HHS/EIG, WAM |
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SB2105
DOH; Deposit Beverage Container Program; Audit; Internal Control Process; Repeal; Distributors; Redemption Centers
RELATING TO THE DEPOSIT BEVERAGE CONTAINER PROGRAM.
Repeals provisions requiring all deposit beverage distributors to send monthly or semi-annual distribution reports and supporting records to the Department of Health; develop and submit to the program for approval, an internal control process to ensure accurate data reporting and adequate record maintenance; and obtain biennial independent audits. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
GABBARD, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2106 SD1
Retail Establishments; Delivery Sellers; Nonprescription Diet Pills; Dietary Supplements; Weight Loss; Muscle Building; Sale or Delivery to Minors; Prohibition
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Prohibits the sale of nonprescription diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to any person under eighteen years of age. Requires retail establishments and delivery sellers to follow certain protocols regarding certain products to prevent access by minors to the restricted products. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
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2/26/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN |
HB2380 |
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SB2107
DOH; Lung Cancer Screening; Educational Materials; Signage; Written Notice; Cigarettes; Tobacco Products; Retailers
RELATING TO LUNG CANCER SCREENING.
Requires the Department of Health to develop by 12/31/2026, standardized educational materials relating to lung cancer screening and language on lung cancer screening information to be included in signage and written notices to be used by retailers of tobacco products. Beginning 1/1/2027, requires retailers engaged in the retail sale of tobacco products to display signage on lung cancer screening at each point of sale and provide written notice on lung cancer screening to each buyer of a tobacco product. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Moriwaki |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2108 SD1 HD2 CD1
Family Court; Jurisdiction; Waiver; Criminal Offenses; Minor Defendants; Abuse; Trauma
RELATING TO JURISDICTION.
Amends the factors a family court is required to consider in deciding whether the family court may waive jurisdiction over a minor or adult held for criminal proceedings for acts committed during the person's minority. Preserves the family court's jurisdiction over a minor transferred for criminal proceedings for subsequent acts that would otherwise be within the family court's jurisdiction. Requires the family court to retain jurisdiction over a minor if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the minor was trafficked, sexually abused, or raped by the alleged victim in the case before or during the commission of the alleged offense. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kim, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSH, JHA |
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SB2109 SD2 HD1
HIEMA; Emergency Preparedness; Emergency Communications; Limited English Proficiency; Language Access; Official Announcements; American Sign Language; Sign Language Interpreter; Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMUNICATIONS.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to develop and implement a statewide public education and communications program to promote household emergency preparedness consistent with the Agency's 14-day essential supplies recommendation. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide an American Sign Language interpreter during each official live broadcast during a state of emergency. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to ensure, to the fullest extent possible, that the American Sign Language interpreter's face, body, arms, and hands are visible during the broadcast. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide a primary pool feed that includes the American Sign Language interpreter in a picture‑in‑picture window. Requires reports to the Legislature prior to the Regular Sessions of 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:51 PM; Conference Room 016. |
GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Fukunaga, Wakai |
PBS, FIN |
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SB2110 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption Commission; Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program; Agriculture; Technical Assistance; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program within the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
AGR/EEP, FIN |
HB1621 |
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SB2111
Licensure Requirements; Renewals; Continuing Education Requirements; Domestic Violence; Marriage and Family Therapists; Mental Health Counselors; Psychologists; Clinical Social Workers
RELATING TO LICENSURE.
Requires marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, psychologists, and clinical social workers to complete courses related to domestic violence for licensure and renewals. |
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2/2/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2112 SD1
Additives in Food; Petroleum-Based Synthetic Food Dyes; Synthetic Chemicals; Prohibited
RELATING TO ADDITIVES IN FOOD.
Beginning January 1, 2027, bans the manufacture, sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any food for human consumption that contains petroleum-based synthetic food dyes and synthetic chemical additives. (SD1) |
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2/24/2026- Re-Referred to AEN, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, KIDANI, Fukunaga |
AEN, CPN/WAM |
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SB2113
DCR; DAGS; DOH; Plant-Based-By-Default Program; Reports
RELATING TO PLANT-BASED FOOD AND DRINKS.
Requires the Departments of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Accounting and General Services, and Health to establish a Plant-Based-By-Default Program for food and drinks offered at state-operated prisons, state-licensed hospitals, and government-sponsored events. Requires annual reports to the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to GVO/AEN/PSM/HHS, WAM. |
GABBARD, RHOADS |
GVO/AEN/PSM/HHS, WAM |
HB1874 |
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SB2114 SD2 HD1
Collective Bargaining; Grievance Procedure; Suspension; Discharge; Discipline; Exempt Employees
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Repeals the prohibition placed on certain employees exempt from Civil Service Law from grieving a suspension or discharge. Allows any employee who is a member of an appropriate bargaining unit to grieve any disciplinary action, unless prohibited by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LAB, JHA |
HB1659 |
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SB2115 SD1 HD1
Collective Bargaining in Public Employment; Repricing of Classes; Negotiations; Impasse Procedures; Arbitration
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Amends the collective bargaining negotiation procedure on the repricing of classes within a bargaining unit for public employees. Establishes an impasse procedure to be applied when an employer fails to initiate the negotiation or the parties fail to reach an agreement within 90 days. Repeals existing law that requires a different impasse procedure to apply in those situations. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS |
LAB, FIN |
HB1658 |
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SB2116 SD1
AG; State and County; Departments, Boards, Commissions, Agencies; Public Employees; Confidential Complaint Process; Reports; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
Requires the Attorney General to establish a confidential process for persons to anonymously file complaints against public employees. Requires the Attorney General to review and forward the complaints to the department, board, commission, or agency deemed appropriate by the Attorney General. Requires the departments, boards, commissions, and agencies to process the complaint pursuant to their standard complaint-processing procedures and report the disposition to the Attorney General. Authorizes the Attorney General to adopt rules. Requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/25/2026- Re-Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Ihara |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1654 |
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SB2117 SD1 HD1
EUTF; Collective Bargaining; Contributions; Disputes; Impasses; Arbitration
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
Allows impasses and disputes relating to the amounts of State and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to be resolved by arbitration. Repeals the prohibition against strikes by members of bargaining units on the issue of the amounts of State and county contributions to the Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LAB, FIN |
HB1664 |
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SB2118 SD1
Public Employers; Public Employees; Indebtedness; Salary or Wage Overpayment; Overpayment Payroll Transactions; Deductions for Recovery; Notice
RELATING TO INDEBTEDNESS TO THE STATE.
Repeals the requirement that the disbursing officer immediately begin recovery of the indebtedness regardless of a pending contested case. Amends the maximum amount that a disbursing officer may deduct from an employee's salary, wage, or compensation as recovery of an employee's indebtedness to 5% of the employee's gross income per pay period, with exceptions. Requires a written statement to be provided to the employee at least thirty calendar days before the deduction. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1656 |
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SB2119 SD1
Reimbursement; Public Employees; Travel Costs; Interest Owed
RELATING TO REIMBURSEMENT OF PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES.
Requires the State or a county to reimburse an officer or employee for work-related travel costs that the officer or employee loaned to the State or a county within 30 calendar days of submitting an approved Statement of Completed Travel with detailed expenditures and related receipts. Requires the State or a county to pay interest on a loan not reimbursed within 30 days until the loan is fully reimbursed. Obligates an officer or employee to request a complete refund from the travel vendor for travel not taken through no fault of their own, and entitles an officer or employee to reimbursement from the State or a county when a travel vendor offers no or a partial refund. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1663 |
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SB2120 SD1
Public Employee Benefits; Sick and Vacation Leave; EUTF; Transfer; Break in Service
RELATING TO TRANSFER OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.
Requires the State, Legislature, and counties to amend rules and policies to ensure that certain employees can transfer accrued vacation and sick leaves if rehired by the State or a county within one calendar year of separation under certain conditions. Extends the allowable break in service for purposes of determining certain state and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund from ninety calendar days to 180 calendar dars under certain conditions. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT/EIG, WAM |
HB1599 |
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SB2121
Emergency; Official Announcements; Broadcast Media; American Sign Language; Sign Language Interpreter
RELATING TO EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide an American Sign Language interpreter during each official announcement broadcast via television or the Internet during a state of emergency. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to ensure, to the fullest extent possible, that the American Sign Language interpreter's face, body, arms, and hands are visible during the broadcast. Requires a news media outlet to display the American Sign Language interpreter in a picture-in-picture window during broadcasts of official emergency announcements. |
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2/18/2026- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM, WAM |
HB1531 |
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SB2122 SD1
Cafeteria Plans; Wage and Salary Reduction Benefit Programs; Flexible Spending Accounts; Public Service; Maximum Contributions; Carryover Limits
RELATING TO CAFETERIA PLANS.
Specifies that the maximum contribution and carryover amounts for a public service flexible spending account plan shall be set in accordance with the annual limits prescribed by the Internal Revenue Service for cafeteria plans. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, RICHARDS, Chang, Hashimoto |
LBT, WAM |
HB1661 |
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SB2123
DAB; BAB; Agricultural Park Lots; Farm Dwellings; Land Use; Inspections
RELATING TO FARM DWELLINGS.
Prohibits residing on agricultural park lots unless within a farm dwelling permitted by the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct inspections of agricultural park lots for unpermitted farm dwellings during fiscal year 2026-2027. |
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2/2/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, KIM, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Hashimoto |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2124
Penal Code; Sentencing; Arson; Mandatory Imprisonment; Maximum Fine
RELATING TO ARSON.
Requires that defendants convicted of arson offenses be sentenced to mandatory imprisonment and a maximum fine. |
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1/27/2026- The committee(s) on PSM deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 01-28-26 3:00PM; CR 016 & Videoconference. |
DECOITE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kanuha, Wakai |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2125 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOE; Charter Schools; Teacher Licensing; Emergency Hires; Exemptions; Licensure Progress
RELATING TO TEACHER LICENSING.
Allows the Department of Education and charter schools to hire unlicensed individuals as teachers on an emergency basis for five, rather than three, years. Requires that unlicensed teachers hired on an emergency basis make continuous and verifiable progress toward satisfying licensing requirements. Sunsets on 6/30/2031, but provides that unlicensed emergency hires employed before the sunset date may continue employment for up to five years from their hiring date, under certain conditions. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
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SB2126 SD1
DAB; Farming; Small and Midsized Farms; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL GRANTS.
Establishes the Farming Grant Program to be administered by the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide grants to small and midsized farmers. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2127 SD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Water Pollution; Runoff; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO WATER POLLUTION.
Establishes a water pollution working group to establish liability standards for water pollution runoffs. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
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2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
DECOITE, GABBARD |
HHS/AEN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2128 SD2 HD1
Trespass; Hunting; Motor Vehicles; Firearms; Forfeiture; Fine
RELATING TO TRESPASS.
Provides that any person who uses their property, including firearms, hunting animals, or vehicles, to hunt on private land without the permission of the owner or occupier of the land shall be subject to a fine for a first offense and have their property be subject forfeiture to the State for a second or subsequent offense. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Wakai |
AGR, JHA |
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SB2129 SD1
DBEDT; Study; Minimum Wage; Increases; Impact on Businesses and Other Employers; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study the impacts of the incremental minimum wage increases pursuant to Act 114, SLH 2022, on businesses and other employers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2130 SD1
DLNR; Public Lands; Hunting Access; Public Hunting Areas; Report
RELATING TO HUNTING.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to identify public lands on each island of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, and Hawaii, that may be newly designated as public hunting areas for the hunting of game birds and game mammals without conflicting with other land uses. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2131
HTA; Tourism; Functional Plan
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Subjects the Hawaii Tourism Authority's updating of the Tourism Functional Plan to availability of funding. Requires the Governor to submit an approved updated plan to the Legislature before the Regular Session following an update, rather than before the Regular Session of 2025. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, Elefante, Fukunaga, Inouye, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2132
Insurance Commissioner; Dental Insurers; Dental Loss Ratio; Rate Filings; Reports
RELATING TO DENTAL INSURANCE.
Requires dental insurers to file all proposed plan rates and rate changes for a dental insurance plan with the Insurance Commissioner. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to disapprove the proposed plan rate if the dental loss ratio for the plan is less than seventy-five per cent. Establishes the method to calculate a dental insurer's dental loss ratio. Requires dental insurers to include dental loss ratio information in their annual reports to the Insurance Commissioner. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to publish certain report information. |
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2/3/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto |
CPN |
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SB2133
DOH; Community; Residential Treatment; Youth Mental Health Residential Treatment Program; Contract Requirements; General Liability Insurance; Community Safety Action Plan; Community Association; Neighborhood Boards; Notification
RELATING TO COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT.
Requires any person applying to the Department of Health to contract or extend or renew a contract to operate certain residential treatment programs to, as a condition of the contract, obtain and maintain a general liability insurance policy with a certain minimum coverage amount; submit to the Department for review and approval a community safety action plan; and provide to the community association or neighborhood board in the community in which the program will operate a written notice of the program's establishment and location and the community safety action plan. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE |
HHS, JDC |
HB1530 |
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SB2134
DOT; Traffic Safety; Driver's License; Renewal; Motor Vehicle Drivers
RELATING TO RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Requires applicants for driver's license renewal to complete an educational course that includes a road safety video developed by the Department of Transportation and a written examination. |
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1/30/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
ELEFANTE, RICHARDS |
TRS, JDC |
HB2020 |
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SB2135 SD2 HD1 CD1
Nonconsensual Disclosure of Intimate or Private Images; Felony Offense; Penal Code; Minors; Vulnerable Adults
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Establishes the nonconsensual disclosure of intimate or private images as a criminal offense. Amends the criteria for an extended term of imprisonment to include defendants whose act of attempting to commit or committing the offense of nonconsensual disclosure of intimate or private images against a minor or vulnerable adult was the proximate cause of the victim's death. (CD1) |
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4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
JHA |
HB1681 |
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SB2136
Electric Bicycles; Electric Micro Mobility Devices; Regulation; Electric Mobility Devices; High-Speed Electric Device; Electric Motorcycles
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of "bicycle" for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines "electric bicycle" in place of "low-speed electric bicycle". Defines "electric micro-mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters to apply to electric micro-mobility devices. Prohibits a person under the age of sixteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of eighteen without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes. Substitutes the word "motor-driven cycle" with the word "motor scooter". |
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1/22/2026- Referred to TRS/EIG, CPN/JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, Inouye, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TRS/EIG, CPN/JDC |
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SB2137 SD1
DHRD; Civil Service Positions; State Departments, Divisions, and Agencies; Recruitment and Hiring; Rules
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Beginning 7/1/2027, authorizes state departments, divisions, and agencies to elect to assume hiring and recruitment functions from the Department of Human Resources Development for vacant civil service positions within that department, division, or agency under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to adopt rules. Repeals existing law authorizing state departments, divisions, and agencies to conduct minimum qualification review of applicants for their vacant civil service positions. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1657 |
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SB2138 HD1 CD1
Department of Defense; UH; STAP; Graduate Degree
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD STATE TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Authorizes the Adjutant General to expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified enlisted personnel in the Hawaii National Guard. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
PBS, HED, FIN |
HB1751 |
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SB2139
EMSAC; HI-EMA; AG; Administrator; Members
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.
Removes the Adjutant General as a nonvoting ex-officio member of the Hawaii Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee. Adds the Administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency as a nonvoting ex-officio member of the EMSAC. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS/PSM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
HHS/PSM |
HB1752 |
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SB2140 SD1 HD2 CD1
Contractors; Employees; Counties; Wages; Benefits; Hours; Employment Status; Disclosure
RELATING TO COUNTY LABOR STANDARDS.
Authorizes counties to require contractors to disclose employee wage, benefit, hour, and employment‑status information. Authorizes counties to deny, revoke, or suspend building permits for violations of related laws under certain conditions. Establishes a process by which an owner or developer may replace a noncompliant contractor and transfer the building permit to the replacement contractor. Exempts from the denial, revocation, and suspension, building permit applications submitted by an owner-occupant for work performed on the owner-occupant's residence. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Hashimoto |
LAB, JHA |
HB1660 |
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SB2141
DLE; Retirement for Public Officers and Employees; Allowances; Contributions; Pension and Retirement Systems
RELATING TO ALLOWANCE ON SERVICE RETIREMENTS.
Includes certain law enforcement administrators and employees of the Department of Law Enforcement as class A members of the pension and retirement systems and provides guidance for the computation of retirement benefits similar to police officers. |
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2/4/2026- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Hashimoto |
LBT/PSM, WAM |
HB1662 |
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SB2142
HSEO; DAGS; State Agencies; Energy Efficiency; Lighting; First Responder Facilities; Report
RELATING TO ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Requires each state agency to expeditiously use energy efficient lighting. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to provide technical assistance and survey state agencies for compliance, prioritizing first responder facilities. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to assist the Hawaii State Energy Office in conducting the survey. Requires a report of the survey to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to GVO/EIG, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, McKelvey |
GVO/EIG, WAM |
HB1566 |
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SB2143 SD1 HD1 CD1
Elections Commission; Chief Election Officer; Vacancy; Order of Succession
RELATING TO THE CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER.
Establishes an order of succession for an Interim Chief Election Officer in the event of a vacancy in the position of Chief Election Officer until the Elections Commission appoints a new Chief Election Officer. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
JHA |
HB1552 |
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SB2144
SOEST; Water Retention; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER RETENTION.
Directs the University of Hawaiʻi School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology to conduct a study that identifies, analyzes, and evaluates possible methods to capture, retain, and store rainwater and storm water runoff for counties with a population of more than five hundred thousand. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, RICHARDS, Ihara, Kanuha, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
EDU, WAM |
HB1989 |
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SB2145 HD1
Law Enforcement; Recordings; Private Right of Action
RELATING TO RECORDINGS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES.
Establishes the right of a person to record law enforcement activities. Establishes a private right of action for any violation of the right to record law enforcement activities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA |
HB2539 |
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SB2146 SD1 HD2
Traffic Fines Task Force; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRAFFIC INFRACTIONS.
Establishes a Traffic Fines Task Force that will examine the Finnish tiered traffic fines system, determine whether a similar system could be implemented in the State, and provide recommendations as to how a system could best be implemented. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
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SB2147 SD1 HD1
Love My Library Day; Observed Day
RELATING TO LOVE MY LIBRARY DAY.
Designates the first Friday in February of each year as "Love My Library Day" in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CAA, JHA |
HB2001 |
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SB2148
DHS; General Assistance; State of Emergency; Emergency Supplementary Income; Eligibility; Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund
RELATING TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE.
Allows the Department of Human Services to administer and provide public assistance to eligible residents of the State during a Governor-declared state of emergency. Allows the Department of Human Services to expend funds from the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
HB2237 |
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SB2149 SD1
Domestic Abuse; Mediation; Exemption; Parentage Proceedings; Divorce Proceedings
RELATING TO FAMILY.
Establishes an exemption from mediation in parentage proceedings where there are allegations of domestic abuse. Clarifies the exemption from mediation in divorce proceedings as it relates to domestic abuse. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HSH, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
RHOADS, CHANG, FEVELLA, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSH, JHA |
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SB2150
Employment; Job Listing; Disclosure; Exemption
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT EARNINGS.
Requires hourly rate or salary ranges to be disclosed on job listings for full-time, part-time, temporary, or seasonal employees. Removes the exemption for employers having fewer than fifty employees. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to LBT, JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
LBT, JDC |
HB2367 |
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SB2151 SD2 HD2
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Local State of Emergency
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies state and local authority during a state or local state of emergency. Clarifies and limits the suspension of laws and access to records during an emergency. Defines "catastrophic harm" and "severe weather warning". Amends the definitions of "disaster" and "emergency" under emergency management laws. Allows the Legislature to terminate a state of emergency and county councils to terminate a local state of emergency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
PBS, JHA |
HB2236 |
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SB2152 SD2 HD1
Constitutional Amendment; Judges; Mandatory Retirement Age (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 seventy to seventy‑five years of age. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 325. |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB1528 |
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SB2153 SD2 HD1 CD1
DAB; Working Group; Bona Fide Farmer; Bona Fide Agricultural Activity; Definitions; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to convene a Bona Fide Farmer Working Group to develop multi-tiered, matrix-based definitions for the terms "bona fide farmer" and "bona fide agricultural activity". Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2154 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Markets Study; Report; Agricultural Statistics Service; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study of agricultural markets for Hawaii farmers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for the one-year study of agricultural markets for Hawaii farmers. Appropriates funds to establish positions to collect agricultural data and conduct data analysis for public consumption. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2155 SD1 HD1
Individual Wastewater Systems; Bedrooms; Increase
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Increases the number of bedrooms an individual wastewater system may serve from five to six. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on EEP with Representative(s) Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka voting no (3) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSG, EEP, JHA |
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SB2156 SD1
DBEDT; Creative Industries Division; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Act; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee; Rules
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Permits film production on certain lands zoned for agricultural use under certain conditions, including obtaining land use special permits. Establishes the Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee within the Creative Industries Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish film permit application requirements and processes, facilitate the issuance of special permits for film production on agricultural zoned parcels, and advise and make recommendations relating to the regulation of film productions on agricultural zoned lands. Requires DBEDT to adopt rules. Requires DBEDT to consult with state and county agencies to issue permits for film production within an agricultural district using the consolidated film permit process under certain circumstances. Includes temporary filming activities as a permissible conditional accessory use of lands within the agricultural district. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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SB2157
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Hiking Trails; Search and Rescue; Search and Rescue Special Fund; Mandatory Reimbursement; Administrative Appeal; Hearing; Counties; Administrative Rules; Trespassing; Misdemeanor; Fines; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Establishes the Search and Rescue Special Fund. Requires government entities to seek reimbursement for all or a portion of search or rescue expenses when the person or entity knowingly enters state, county, or private property, knowingly enters a hiking trail that is closed to the public, or violates applicable laws, provided that the closure is posted by sign, barricade, or other device that gives reasonable notice of the closure. Requires an administrative appeal hearing for an individual subject to cost reimbursement to contest the assessment. Requires counties and the State Fire Council to adopt ordinances or rules as necessary to pursue reimbursements. Raises the penalty for criminal trespass from a petty misdemeanor to a misdemeanor under certain circumstances. Imposes a fine on a person convicted of criminal trespass onto public parks and recreational grounds. Appropriates funds. |
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1/22/2026- Referred to WLA/PSM/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, WAKAI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
WLA/PSM/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB2158 SD1
Board of Veterinary Medicine; Veterinarian Workforce Development Special Fund; Scholarships; Loan Repayment; Interstate Partnerships; Memoranda of Understanding; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VETERINARIANS.
Establishes the Veterinarian Workforce Development Special Fund. Establishes the Veterinarian Workforce Development Loan Repayment and Scholarship Program to support qualified veterinarians committed to or currently working in veterinary medicine in the State. Authorizes the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine to enter into agreements, including memoranda of understanding, with the University of Hawaii, the Hawaii Veterinary Medical Association, and accredited out-of-state schools to increase the availability of accredited veterinary programs and licensure opportunities to residents of the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
LBT/CPN, WAM |
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SB2159
ADC; North Kohala; GO Bonds; Agriculture; Agricultural Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HALAULA AGRICULTURAL PARCEL.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for the purchase of the Halaula Agricultural Parcel for agricultural development. |
(S)
1/22/2026- Referred to EDT/AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
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SB2160 SD1
DAB; Beekeepers; Registration; Industry Standards; Best Management Practices; Apiary Program; Limitation on Liability; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BEEKEEPING.
Clarifies the registration process for beekeepers with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide guidance and support to registered beekeepers to help beekeepers adhere to certain industry standards and best management practices. Establishes a limitation on liability for any registered beekeeper who follows industry standards and best practices. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN, WAM/CPN |
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SB2161 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Land Use; Plant and Animal Sanctuaries; Rodeos; Rodeo Activities; Rules
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Authorizes plant and animal sanctuaries with ancillary functions and related support and visitor facilities, rodeos, and rodeo activities on lands that are zoned for agricultural use. Requires the applicable department that owns, manages, controls, or leases the land used for rodeos or rodeo activities to adopt rules to restrict the scale of rodeo activities. Defines the terms "rodeo or rodeo activities" and "plant and animal sanctuaries". Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, CAA, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Wakai |
WAL, CAA, JHA |
HB1703 |
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SB2162
LUC; Agricultural District; Land Reclassification; Senior Housing; Elderly Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes large landowners to petition the Land Use Commission to allow the development of elderly housing on portions of agricultural lands. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/HOU, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WLA/HOU, WAM |
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SB2163
Auditor; Charter Schools; State Public Charter School Commission; Financial Audit; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Standardizes annual independent financial audits for public charter schools. Authorizes sanctions for noncompliance with independent financial audits. Requires the Board of Education, the Public Charter School Authorizer, and Auditor to review the annual independent financial audits. Allows the Auditor to conduct its own financial audit if a public charter school is a high risk for insolvency. Requires for 2026-2027, the Auditor to conduct its own one-time financial audit of each charter school in addition to the annual independent financial audits and requires a report to the Legislature. Requires State Public Charter School Commission to take action based on Auditor's recommendations in the one-time financial audits. Appropriates moneys. |
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2/4/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kanuha |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2164
DLNR; BLNR; Dam and Reservoir Safety; Inspections; Hazard Assessment; Hazard Mitigation; Dam Liability Insurance; High Hazard; Burden of Proof; Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program
RELATING TO DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to incorporate into their assessment process the possession of dam liability insurance or the active seeking of dam liability insurance by private dam owners, as part of their valid mitigation measures, in conjunction with approved modifications or repairs. Prohibits the DLNR from classifying a dam as high hazard based only on its engineering risk assessment results. Authorizes the DLNR to relax any restrictions and stringent standards on a dam or appurtenance upon verification of certain insurance coverage. Authorizes the DLNR to consider a dam, reservoir, or appurtenance is safe absent certain documents. Shifts the burden of proof to the DLNR to find that a dam is categorized as high-hazard. Establishes additional requirements for the DLNR and Board of Land and Natural Resources regarding the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2165
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Medical Debt; Health Care Providers; Medical Creditors; Debt Collection; Prohibition
RELATING TO MEDICAL DEBT.
Prohibits a health care provider or medical creditor from filing a civil lawsuit to collect medical debt from a patient whose household income is less than or equal to five hundred percent of the Federal Poverty Level. Prohibits a health care provider or medical creditor from engaging in certain debt collection practices. Prohibits a health care provider or medical creditor from selling medical debt. Prohibits a health care provider whose income exceeds a certain threshold from denying non-emergency medically necessary care to patients. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Inouye |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
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SB2166
Property Damage; Chickens; Ungulates; Felids; Liability; Penalty; Study
RELATING TO NUISANCE.
Establishes liability for any individual who keeps, feeds, or harbors chickens, ungulates, or felids that cause damage to the private property of another individual. Requires the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to conduct a study to determine whether feral chickens should be classified as an invasive species. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, Kanuha, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2167
Patients' Bill of Rights and Responsibilities Act; Insurance Commissioner; Prior Authorization; Telehealth; Automated Decision System
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PATIENTS' BILL OF RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ACT.
Revises the Hawaii Patients' Bill of Rights and Responsibilities Act by: (1) Establishing new provisions on telehealth parity, prior authorization timelines, and automated decision systems; (2) Enhancing medical data protection and privacy standards; (3) Expanding the insurance commissioner's enforcement authority; and (4) Improving network adequacy, internal and external appeals procedures, and reporting requirements. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2168
UH; DOE; DAB; ADC; DLIR; Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program; Regional Hubs; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Kuleana AgTech Pathways Pilot Program. Requires the University of Hawaii to collaborate with the Department of Education, Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Agribusiness Development Corporation, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, and appropriate community organizations to develop and administer the program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB2169 SD1 HD1 CD2
ADC; Real Property; Condemnation; Eminent Domain; Agricultural Irrigation or Agricultural Purposes; Exceptions
RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Authorizes the Agribusiness Development Corporation to acquire by condemnation any real property or interest in real property, except real property owned in a county with a population of more than 125,000 but less than 195,000 and public lands, under certain conditions. (CD2) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI |
AGR, JHA |
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SB2170 SD1
ADC; North Kohala; GO Bonds; Agriculture; Agricultural Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE NORTH KOHALA KYNNERSLY EAST SITE LAND PARCEL.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Agribusiness Development Corporation to purchase the North Kohala Kynnersly East Site Land Parcel for agricultural development. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2171
PUC; DOT; Water Carrier Act; Transfer; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Transfers the jurisdiction of the Hawaii Water Carrier Act from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to TRS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, KIDANI |
TRS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1709 |
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SB2172 SD1
All-Terrain Vehicles; Utility Terrain Vehicles; Highways; Drivers; Equipment; Agriculture
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Allows an all-terrain vehicle or utility terrain vehicle to drive in the evening and night if they are equipped with headlights, taillights, turn signals, and brake lights, and while displaying a slow moving vehicle emblem. Allows drivers of all-terrain vehicles and utility vehicles to wear a safety helmet with a securely fastened chin strap, rather than require. 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 six people in seat belts. Includes "all-terrain vehicle" and "utility terrain vehicle" in the definition of "motor vehicle" under the State's motor vehicle insurance law. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RICHARDS, KIDANI |
TRS, JDC |
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SB2173
Health; Insurance; Full-Arch Dental Implants; Medically Required Mandatory Coverage
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for full-arch dental implants that are medically necessary. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, RHOADS, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2174 SD2 HD1
DAB; Quarantine; Invasive Species; Pests; Interim Rules
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to quarantine any business or other area that is known or reasonably suspected to be infested or infected with any pest. Authorizes the Department to establish interim rules governing the transportation of any material into and within the State known to harbor or transport a high-impact invasive species or pest. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR, JHA |
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SB2175 SD2 HD2 CD1
Waste Management; Disposable Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale, Offer for Sale, Distribution; Prohibition; Penalties
RELATING TO DISPOSABLE ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution for sale of any disposable electronic smoking devices in the State. Establishes penalties. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HLT, CPC |
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SB2176
DLNR; DBEDT; Hawaii Film Office; Wiki Permits Service; Right‑of‑entry Permits; Right-of-Entry Areas; Unencumbered State Lands; Commercial Activity; Database; Changelog; Appeal; Reimbursement; Memorandum of Understanding; Annual Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RIGHT-OF-ENTRY PERMITS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources establish, maintain, and update a public database of each right-of-entry area eligible for a right-of-entry permit. Requires DLNR to develop and publish on its website criteria for the addition of a right-of-entry area to the public database or the removal of a right-of-entry area from the public database. Requires DLNR to notify the public and seek public input before the addition of a right-of-entry area to the public database or the removal of a right-of-entry area from the public database. Authorizes DLNR to remove right-of-entry area from the database without advance public notice in the case of an emergency. Requires DLNR to establish and maintain a public changelog documenting each addition to, or removal from, the public database. Requires DLNR to notify a permittee whose access to a right-of-entry area has been revoked before the date of permissible use. Requires DLNR to establish an administrative hearing and review process. Allows permittees whose access has been revoked to seek reimbursement. Requires DLNR to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and Hawaii Film Office. Requires DLNR to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Requires DLNR to revise the terms and conditions of its Wiki Permits service. Requires DLNR to ensure that all Wiki Permits forms, digital interfaces, and permit workflows are consistent. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
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SB2177 SD2 HD1
HHFDC; Housing Development; Counties; Affordable Housing; Application; Approval
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation or a county to accept a complete application seeking certain exemptions within 30 days. Requires HHFDC to process an application and bring it before the Corporation's Board of Directors within 120 days of accepting the application. Requires county agencies to process an application and bring it before the county's legislative body within 120 days of accepting the application. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI |
HSG, FIN |
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SB2178 SD1
DAB; UH CTAHR; Industrial Hemp Program; Industrial Hemp Advisory Board; Native Hawaiian Practices; Non-Cannabinoid Industrial Hemp Infrastructure and Innovation; State Building Code; Hempcrete; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO INDUSTRIAL HEMP.
Establishes an Industrial Hemp Program in the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity that includes education and support for non-cannabinoid industrial hemp cultivation and use. Establishes the Industrial Hemp Program Advisory Board to develop a strategic plan to establish and expand the processing infrastructure and commercialization of industrial hemp. Requires the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience to support research and development focused on local adaptation, sustainability, and economic development goals. Requires DAB to promote partnerships with Native Hawaiian practitioners, cooperatives, and aina-based programs. Adopts state building codes for hemp-based materials, including hempcrete. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to AGR/WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
AGR/WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2179
Law Enforcement; Policies; Masks; Prohibition; Immigration; Judicial Warrants
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
By 1/1/2027, requires all law enforcement agencies in the State to maintain a policy on the visible identification of law enforcement officers. Requires law enforcement agencies to maintain confidential, accurate records documenting each officer's adherence to the agency's visible identification policy. Prohibits state and county law enforcement agencies from assisting any law enforcement operation conducted by a federal law enforcement agency that fails or refuses to maintain a policy on the visible identification of law enforcement officers that meets the standards of state law. By 1/1/2027, requires state and county law enforcement agencies to maintain a policy on the minimum requirements to cooperate with a federal law enforcement agency enforcing federal immigration laws in the State. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Ihara, Kanuha |
PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM |
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SB2180 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. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HOU, WAM |
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SB2181
Education; Instructional Hours; Student Performance; Student Improvement; Public Schools
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Increases required public school instructional hours beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. |
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2/6/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Richards, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2182
Residential Leases; State Lands; County Lands; Exemption
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL LEASEHOLDS.
Exempts state and county lands leased after July 1, 2026, for an initial period of not less than 99 years from chapters 516 and 516D, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to CPN/WLA, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Richards |
CPN/WLA, JDC |
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SB2183
Consumer Protection; Deceptive Trade Practices; Pricing
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Establishes as a deceptive trade practice the advertising, displaying, or offering of a price for goods or services that does not include all mandatory fees or charges, with certain exceptions. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Kanuha, Richards |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2184
DOE; DOH; Safe Spaces for Students; Telehealth; Mental Health; Public Schools; Middle Schools; High Schools
RELATING TO STUDENT ACCESS TO TELEHEALTH SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Education, in consultation with the Department of Health, to develop and distribute to each public middle and high school in the State guidelines for the establishment and operation of safe spaces for students to access telehealth services on school property during normal school hours. Requires each public middle and high school to establish and maintain a safe space for students according to the guidelines. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, WAKAI, Kanuha, Richards |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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SB2185
LUC; Counties; County General Plan; State Land Use Urban District Boundaries; Reclassification
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Requires the Land Use Commission to reclassify lands that are designated for urban growth under a county general plan or county development plan as being in the urban district at the request of the county. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
HB1844 |
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SB2186
OPSD; Coastal Zone Management Program; Statewide Blue Carbon Strategy; Report
RELATING TO BLUE CARBON.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to establish a Statewide Blue Carbon Strategy. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
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2/8/2026- The committee(s) on WLA deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-09-26 1:00PM; CR 224 & Videoconference. |
CHANG, GABBARD, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2187 SD1
DBEDT; Department Name; Rename; Housing
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Renames the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism as the Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 7/1/2060. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, KIDANI, Kanuha |
EDT/HOU, WAM |
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SB2188
Department of Housing; HCDA; HHFDC; OPSD; HPHA; Establishment; Transfer
RELATING TO A 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 within 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. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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2/2/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/EDT, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Kanuha |
HOU/EDT, WAM |
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SB2189 SD1
HHFDC; Board of Directors; Membership; Chairperson; Eligibility
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Repeals requirement that the Chairperson of Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation Board of Directors be a public member. Repeals the prohibition on certain members of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation Board of Directors from serving as Chairperson. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HSG/ECD, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
HSG/ECD, JHA, FIN |
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SB2190 SD2 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Richards, San Buenaventura |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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SB2191 SD1
DBEDT; Housing; Limited-Profit Housing Associations; Limited-Profit Housing Council; Qualified Residents; Taxation; Exemptions; Reports
RELATING TO LIMITED-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS.
Establishes an organizational, tax, and regulatory framework for limited-profit housing associations. Establishes the Limited-Profit Housing Council within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to oversee limited-profit housing associations. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
HOU/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2192 SD1 HD1
Counties; Aggregate Zoned Residential Capacity; Reduction
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes a county to reduce the aggregate zoned residential capacity within the county only if the county offsets that reduction by increasing zoned residential capacity elsewhere in the county, such that there is no net loss in residential capacity in the county. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Alcos, Muraoka, Poepoe, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia voting no (2) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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SB2193
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. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to CPN/HOU, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HOU, WAM |
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SB2194
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; RHRF; Eligible Applicants; Organizations; Profits; Government Agencies
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires applicants for rental housing revolving fund moneys to be either organizations that are required to use all financial surplus, excluding fees, to develop additional housing in the State, or government agencies. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2195
HHFDC; HPHA; Board of Directors; Members; Executive Director
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Adds the Executive Director of the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. |
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2/3/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Kanuha, McKelvey, Richards |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2196
HPHA; HHFDC; Board of Directors; Members; Executive Director
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Adds the Executive Director of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. |
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2/3/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Gabbard, Kanuha, Richards |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2197
HHFDC; Rent-to-Own Program; Option Period; Sales Price
RELATED TO HOUSING.
Replaces the five-year period during which the sales price of a rent-to-own dwelling unit shall remain fixed with an option period established by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/2050. |
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2/3/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HOU/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2198 SD1
DLIR; Hawaii Workforce Excellence Award Program; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to study the establishment of a Hawaii Workforce Excellence Award Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Kanuha, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2199
Director of Finance; Pomaikai Hawaii Fund; Sovereign Wealth Fund; Special Land and Development Fund; Investment; Dividend Distribution; Qualified Residents; Rules; Reports
RELATING TO THE POMAIKAI HAWAII FUND.
Establishes the Pomaikai Hawaii Fund, a state-owned sovereign wealth fund, into which certain portions of the transient accommodations tax revenues, moneys from general fund balance surpluses, moneys from civil action settlements where the State is a party, and a portion of the proceeds from the sale or other disposition of public lands shall be deposited. Establishes a Board of Directors to manage and invest the moneys in the Fund and distribute the earnings to qualified residents of the State beginning calendar year 2030. Requires the Board to adopt rules. Requires the Director of Finance to provide guidance to the Board on the establishment and administration of the Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS |
EDT, WAM/JDC |
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SB2200
SFCA; Hawaii Urban Planning Museum; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Requires the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to establish a Hawaii Urban Planning Museum. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
CHANG |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2201
DHRD; Workforce Development; State Agencies; Employment; Hawaii State Fellows Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Hawaii State Fellows Program within the Department of Human Resources Development to match talented applicants with full-time, paid fellowship roles in various state agencies for a period of 10 to 11 months. Establishes minimum qualifications and procedures for eligible applicants to apply to the program. Gives preference to eligible program applicants who have a pre-existing connection to the State or a demonstrated commitment to long-term leadership in the State. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to coordinate with state agencies to implement and promote the program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Moriwaki |
LBT/GVO, WAM/JDC |
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SB2202
DOE; School Bus Driver Recruitment Grant Program; School Bus Driver Recruitment Special Fund; Repayment Signing Bonus Program; School Bus Driver Outreach and Pathway Program; Report; Appropriations
RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a School Bus Driver Recruitment Grant Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Recruitment Special Fund. Establishes a Repayment Signing Bonus Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Outreach and Pathway Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Richards, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2203 SD2 HD1
Penal Code; Law Enforcement; Mask; Facial Covering; Prohibition; Criminal Offense
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the offense of use of a mask or facial covering by a law enforcement officer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 783). |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Kanuha, Moriwaki |
JHA |
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SB2204
Health Insurance; Autism; Benefits; Coverage; Age; Limit; Repeal
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, repeals the fourteen years and under age limit for health insurance coverage requirements for the diagnosis and treatment of autism. Repeals the maximum coverage benefit limit of $25,000 for applied behavioral analysis services. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Fukunaga, Gabbard, Kanuha, Richards |
HHS, CPN |
HB1670 |
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SB2205
Single-Use Plastic Beverage Containers; Plastic Beverage Caps; Plastic Resin Identification; Prohibition
RELATING TO PLASTIC POLLUTION.
Prohibits the sale of any beverage contained in single-use plastic beverage containers where the plastic beverage cap is not tethered to the single-use plastic beverage container when the plastic beverage cap is removed. Requires plastic beverage caps tethered or otherwise attached to the single-use plastic beverage containers to be the same plastic resin. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, RHOADS |
HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC |
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SB2206
DOE; DOH; Safe Spaces for Students; Telehealth; Mental Health; Public Schools; Middle Schools; High Schools
RELATING TO STUDENT ACCESS TO TELEHEALTH SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Education, in consultation with the Department of Health, to develop and distribute to each public middle and high school in the State guidelines for the establishment and operation of safe spaces for students to access telehealth services on school property during normal school hours. Requires each public middle and high school to establish and maintain a safe space for students according to the guidelines. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, WAKAI, Kanuha, Richards |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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SB2207
OPSD; Coastal Zone Management Program; Statewide Blue Carbon Strategy; Report
RELATING TO BLUE CARBON.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to establish a Statewide Blue Carbon Strategy. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
CHANG, GABBARD, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2208
DHS; Med-QUEST Division; State Pharmacy Benefit Manager Program; Medicaid Managed Care Organization; Standard Contract Form; Spread-Pricing; Rules; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish or select and contract with a third-party administrator to serve as the State Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) who shall be responsible for administering all pharmacy benefits for medicaid beneficiaries enrolled with medicaid managed care organization. Requires medicaid managed care organizations to contract with and utilize the State PBM. Establishes requirements to procure the State PBM in addition to the requirements under state law governing purchases of health and human services. Establishes requirements and prohibitions for the contract to be used by the DHS when contracting with the state PBM. Requires the DHS to establish a single-preferred drug list to be used by the State PBM. Requires the DHS to consult with the Med-QUEST Healthcare Advisory Committee on the development, implementation, and oversight of the State PBM program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Fevella, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2209 SD1
Rental Discrimination; Income; Attorneys' Fees
RELATING TO RENTAL DISCRIMINATION.
Allows the court to award attorneys' fees to a prevailing party in an action relating to discriminatory practices in a rental transaction based on source of income. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
HB1646 |
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SB2210 SD1
HCRC; Discrimination; Source of Income; Prohibited; Penalties; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING DISCRIMINATION.
Allows the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission to prosecute discrimination based on source of income in housing cases. Clarifies penalties. Establishes a position. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HOU, JDC/WAM |
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SB2211 SD2 HD1
DHS; Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program; Federal Government Shutdown; Health Insurance; Federal Marketplace; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
Provides an emergency appropriation to the Department of Human Services to replace general fund appropriations redirected to provide emergency food assistance during the 2025 federal government shutdown. Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to help Hawaii residents obtain insurance available through the federal marketplace. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Richards |
HSH, FIN |
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SB2212
DOE; Public Schools; Artificial Intelligence; Literacy; Curricula; Policy; Advisory Council; Grant Pilot Program; Establishment; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to develop and implement a statewide Artificial Intelligence Literacy Curricula Plan for students in eleventh and twelfth grades, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year as a condition for graduation. Establishes the Advisory Council for Artificial Intelligence Education. Establishes a three-year Artificial Intelligence Education Grant Pilot Program within the Department of Education. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/LBT, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
HB1887 |
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SB2213
DOE; Environmentally Friendly Schools Act; Environmental Stewardship Curriculum; Sustainability Programs; Recycling and Composting Program; Single-Use Plastic Products; Water Bottle Filling Stations; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a statewide Environmental Stewardship Curricula Plan for public schools for certain students. Beginning with the 2027-2028 school year, requires public schools to offer an environmental stewardship course for certain students. Requires the Department of Education to establish and administer sustainability programs, including recycling and composting programs, to be implemented at public schools. Beginning 7/1/27, prohibits the use or distribution of single-use plastic utensils, trays, straws, and other disposable plastic food service products in public school cafeterias. Beginning 7/1/28, requires each public school to have at least one operational refillable water bottle filling station accessible to students and staff. Requires reports to the Board of Education and the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, Moriwaki, Richards |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB2214
Consumer Protection; Deceptive Trade Practices; Pricing
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Establishes as a deceptive trade practice the advertising, displaying, or offering of a price for goods or services that does not include all mandatory fees or charges, with certain exceptions. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Kanuha, Richards |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2215
DOE; School Classes; Start Time
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the - school year, requires public elementary, middle, and high school classes 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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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2216
Motor Vehicle Rental Industry; Vehicle License Recovery Fees; Rental Car Companies; Annual Audit; Repeal
RELATING TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE RENTAL INDUSTRY.
Repeals vehicle license recovery fees. Reinstates certain costs of fees and taxes that may be passed on to lessees. Effective 1/1/2051. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to TRS, CPN. |
CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fevella |
TRS, CPN |
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SB2217
LUC; 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. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to WLA, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA, JDC |
HB1845 |
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SB2218
LUC; Counties; County General Plan; State Land Use Urban District Boundaries; Reclassification
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Requires the Land Use Commission to reclassify lands that are designated for urban growth under a county general plan or county development plan as being in the urban district at the request of the county. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/EIG, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
HB1844 |
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SB2219 SD1
DAGS; LRB; Capitol Visitor Center Working Group; Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Establishes a Capitol Visitor Center Working Group to study the feasibility of establishing a Capitol Visitor Center and submit a report to the Legislature. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to provide administrative support to the Working Group. Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to assist the Working Group in preparing and submitting the report to the Legislature. Working Group to sunset on 6/30/2027. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Wakai |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2220
Public Administration; State Holidays; Lunar New Year
RELATING TO STATE HOLIDAYS.
Designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice of each year as a state holiday celebrating the Lunar New Year. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to WLA/LBT, WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, Elefante |
WLA/LBT, WAM |
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SB2221
USDA; Terminal Illness; Right-to-Try; Investigative Drug or Biological Product; Access to Care
RELATING TO TERMINAL ILLNESSES.
Authorizes manufacturers of investigational drugs or biological products that are pending approval by the United States Food and Drug Administration to make the drugs or products available to terminally ill patients under certain conditions. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2222
DOE; Education; Attendance; Mental Health; Behavioral Health; Excused Absence
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Education to identify as an excused absence any absence due to the student's mental or behavioral health. Limits the number of excused absences due to mental or behavioral health that a student may take per academic year. Exempts an absence due to the student's mental or behavioral health from the enforcement of penalties relating to compulsory school attendance. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDU, JDC |
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SB2223
Voter Registration; Department of Human Services; Med-QUEST; Office of Elections; Examiner of Drivers
RELATING TO VOTING.
Requires the Department of Human Services' Med-QUEST division to automatically transmit applicants' voter registration information to the Office of Elections and clerk of the county of the applicant's residence, subject to certain conditions. Authorizes the Office of Elections to designate state agencies for automatic voter registration if the agency collects, processes, or stores certain information. Updates methods for automatic voter registration conducted by the Examiner of Drivers. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 1/30/2027. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS |
HHS, JDC |
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SB2224
DOE; Public Schools; Public Charter Schools; K-12; Mental Health Professionals; School Counselors; Psychologists; School Psychologists; Social Workers; Report to Legislature; Appropriation; General Fund Expenditure Ceiling Exceeded ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, requires each public school in the State, including charter schools, to employ, or retain under contract, at least one mental health professional for every 250 students enrolled, subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Education to submit a progress report to the Legislature no later than 20 days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2027. Appropriates moneys for the Department of Education to contract for mental health professionals and to establish an unspecified number of full‑time equivalent mental health professional positions within the Department of Education. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/CPN, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Wakai |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
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SB2225
DCCA; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact; Adoption; Rules
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact to regulate the practice of telepsychology and the temporary in-person, face-to-face practice of psychologists when patients are located in compact states other than the state where the psychologist is licensed. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the compact. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1899 |
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SB2226
Motorcycles; Safety Equipment; Safety Helmet; Requirement
RELATING TO MOTORCYCLES.
Requires all persons operating or riding a motorcycle to wear a safety helmet. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to TRS, JDC. |
CHANG, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
TRS, JDC |
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SB2227 SD1
HPHA; DLNR; State Rent Supplement Program; State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund; Bureau of Conveyances; Land Court; Transaction Taxes; Repeal; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO RENTAL ASSISTANCE.
Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to award monthly rent supplement payments on behalf of qualified tenants under the State Rent Supplement Program prioritizing certain tenants, including kupuna. Authorizes the HPHA to enter into memoranda of agreement for rental supplement payments with the counties or specialized nonprofit organizations. Amends provisions relating to the State Rent Supplement Program. Establishes the State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to assess a transaction tax for each applicable recording in the Office of the Assistant Registrar of the Land Court or the Bureau of Conveyances to be deposited into the State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund. Repeals the existing separate State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna. Establishes four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) permanent public housing specialist II positions and one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent public housing specialist IV position within the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB2228
UH; Marine Trade Training Apprenticeship Program; Marine Trade Training Program Tax Credit
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the Marine Trade Training Apprenticeship Program within the University of Hawaii system of community colleges. Establishes the Marine Trade Training Program Tax Credit. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Richards |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2229
DOH; CAB; Air Pollution; Evidence
RELATING TO AIR POLLUTION.
Allows air pollutants collected by a complainant or Department of Health's Clean Air Branch master to be used as evidence to initiate complaints on air pollution; in hearings in connection with air pollution; and in legal proceedings in the name of the State for the prevention, control, or abatement of air pollution. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Moriwaki |
HHS/AEN, JDC |
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SB2230
DOH; Lung Cancer Screening; Educational Materials; Signage; Written Notice; Cigarettes; Tobacco Products; Retailers
RELATING TO LUNG CANCER SCREENING.
Requires the Department of Health to develop by 12/31/2026, standardized educational materials relating to lung cancer screening and language on lung cancer screening information to be included in signage and written notices to be used by retailers of tobacco products. Beginning 1/1/2027, requires retailers engaged in the retail sale of tobacco products to display signage on lung cancer screening at each point of sale and provide written notice on lung cancer screening to each buyer of a tobacco product. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, CPN |
HB1669 |
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SB2231 SD1
DLIR; Department of Human Resources Development; Legislature; Judiciary; State Internship and Workforce Development Program; State Agencies; Eligibility; Applications; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Amends the State Internship and Workforce Development Program for the public sector by expanding the program to the Legislative and Judicial branches; limiting the internships to full-time placements of ten to eleven months; establishing eligibility criteria, application requirements, and selection preferences; and requiring the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to collaborate with coordinating agencies to promote the program and recruit eligible applicants. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2232 SD1
HHFDC; Tiny Home Grant Pilot Program; Tiny Home Villages; Report; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A TINY HOME GRANT PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes a three-year Tiny Home Grant Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Requires counties and nonprofit organizations that are awarded a grant to submit an annual report to the HHFDC. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds and establishes a position. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
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SB2233
Counties; Building Permits; Prohibition; Private Covenants; Restrictive Covenants
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Prohibits a county from issuing a building permit for a project that violates any private covenant or restrictive covenant that has been registered with the Bureau of Conveyances or Land Court. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EIG/WLA, JDC. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EIG/WLA, JDC |
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SB2234 SD1
Housing; Qualified Nonprofit Housing Trusts; Qualified Residents
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies the definition of "qualified nonprofit housing trust" in chapter 201H, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to require qualifying organizations to exclusively serve "qualified residents" as defined in section 201H-32, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2235
DOT; HTA; Airport Wi-Fi; Visitors; Educational Video; Environmental Protection; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to require each person arriving in the State at an airport with a state-funded Wi-Fi service to view a one-minute educational video on the environmental protection laws and regulations of the State and counties before the person is granted access to the Wi‑Fi service. Requires the Department to collaborate with the Hawaii Tourism Authority to develop the educational video. Expands the responsibilities of the Hawaii Tourism Authority to include the implementation and administration of tourism-related initiatives, in collaboration with other public agencies, that are designed to educate visitors on the environmental protection laws and regulations of the State and counties. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to TRS/EDT/AEN, WAM. |
CHANG |
TRS/EDT/AEN, WAM |
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SB2236
Additives in Food; Petroleum-Based Synthetic Food Dyes; Synthetic Chemicals; Prohibited
RELATING TO ADDITIVES IN FOOD.
Beginning January 1, 2027, bans the manufacture, sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any food that contains certain petroleum-based synthetic food dyes and synthetic chemical additives. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
CHANG |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2237
DLNR; State Agencies; Vegetation Management; Wildfire Hazard Maps; Community Fuels Reduction Project; Reports
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Requires each state agency to create and regularly update a wildfire hazard map. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules. Specifies that the Department of Land and Natural Resources shall clear brush present on state lands for more than sixty days through the Community Fuels Reduction Project. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to remove certain brush from high- and medium-risk wildfire areas on state lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
(S)
2/19/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
CHANG |
WLA/PSM/GVO, WAM |
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SB2238
DOE; Automatic Voter Registration; Enrollment Application; Registration; Students
RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION.
Makes an application for voter registration part of the enrollment application or course registration process for Department of Education high schools. Requires eligible student applicants to be given the choice to be registered to vote. Requires updating of names and addresses of eligible student applicants who are already registered to vote unless the applicant declines. Requires the sharing of certain information among the counties, Department of Education, election personnel, and online voter registration system. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, JDC. |
CHANG |
EDU, JDC |
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SB2239 SD1 HD1 CD1
Automatic Voter Registration; Identification Card; Driver's License
RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION.
Requires a person who applies for an identification card or driver's license to be automatically registered to vote unless the person affirmatively declines, subject to certain conditions. Requires the name and address of a person who applies for an identification card or driver's license and is registered to vote to be automatically updated on the person's voter registration record unless the person affirmatively declines. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2240 SD2
Land Use Commission; Commission on Water Resources Management; District Boundary Amendment
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Requires any petitioner for a district boundary amendment to obtain a written statement from the Commission on Water Resources Management on water availability in the hydrologic unit or units where the parcel is located and provide that certification to the Land Use Commission. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
CHANG, KIDANI |
WAL, JHA |
HB1848 |
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SB2241 SD1
HSEO; Zero-Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure; Government Vehicles; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ZERO-EMISSIONS VEHICLES.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii State Energy Office to analyze zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure in the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
EIG, WAM |
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SB2242
Maui County Council Package; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Enacts, and authorizes the Governor to enter into, the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2098 |
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SB2243
County of Hawaii Mayor's Office Package; Department of Health; Counties; Cesspools; Conversion; Connection; Priorities; Deadlines
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Amends the deadlines for the upgrade or conversion of cesspools to Director of Health-approved wastewater system or connection of cesspools to a sewerage system. Requires priority 1 cesspools to be upgraded, converted, or connected by 12/31/2050, and phases the deadlines for lower priority cesspools in later years. Requires the Director of Health, in consultation with the counties, to determine the prioritization level of all cesspools in the State. |
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2/2/2026- The committee(s) on HHS recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) McKelvey, Fevella ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2060 |
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SB2244
Package; Ethics Commission; Nepotism; Legislature; Judiciary
RELATING TO NEPOTISM.
Subjects legislative and judicial employees to the same ethical standards prohibiting nepotism that are applicable to other state employees. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
HB2110 |
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SB2245 HD1
Ethics Commission Package; State Employees; Pre-Employment Restrictions; Post-Employment Restrictions
RELATING TO REVOLVING DOOR RESTRICTIONS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES.
Prohibits new state employees from taking official action on matters they worked on before state employment. Prohibits former permanent employees of the Office of the Governor and Office of the Lieutenant Governor from representing persons or businesses for a period of 12 months after termination from state employment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2109 |
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SB2246 SD1 HD2
State Ethics Commission Package; Financial Disclosures; Requirements; Legislators; Stocks; Value of Shares
RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES.
Expands the scope of persons who are subject to public financial disclosure requirements. Makes technical, conforming amendments to disclosure provisions applicable to legislators. Clarifies that an amount of stock may be reported by the value or number of shares. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2106 |
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SB2247 SD1 HD1 CD1
State Ethics Commission Package; Contributions; Solicitation
RELATING TO POLITICAL FUNDRAISING BY EXECUTIVE BRANCH EMPLOYEES.
Prohibits any Executive Branch employee who is nominated or appointed by the Governor to a compensated position subject to confirmation by the Senate from engaging in certain campaign fundraising activities. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2107 |
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SB2248 SD2
State Ethics Commission Package; Financial Disclosures; Requirements
RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES.
Expands the scope of persons who are required to file financial disclosures to include gubernatorial nominees subject to Senate confirmation. Makes technical amendments relating to legislators. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to LMG, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LMG, JHA |
HB2108 |
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SB2249 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offense; Bribery
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes heightened penalties for the offense of bribery under certain circumstances. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2082 |
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SB2250 SD1 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Promoting Controlled Substances; Homelessness; Drug-Free Zones; Housing; Shelter; Homeless Facilities
RELATING TO THE PROMOTION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Amends the offense of promoting a controlled substance in, on, or near schools, school vehicles, public parks, or public housing projects or complexes to include homeless facilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Amato voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, JHA |
HB2083 |
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SB2251 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Victim Witness Assistance Program; VOCA; GIA; Report; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Requires the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu to submit a report to the Legislature. Appropriates grant-in-aid moneys to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu for the Victim Witness Assistance Program. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2084 |
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SB2252
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Sentencing; Elder Persons
RELATING TO ELDER CRIME VICTIMS.
Removes state of mind requirement pertaining to a victim's age for felony assaults aggravated by the victim's age. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2085 |
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SB2253 SD2 HD2
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Negligent Injury; Intoxicated Drivers
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Amends the offense of negligent injury in the first degree to include substantial bodily injury caused by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
HB2086 |
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SB2254
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Abuse of Family or Household Member; Petty Misdemeanor; Deferred Acceptance of Guilty Plea
RELATING TO ABUSE OF FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS.
Maintains the petty misdemeanor offense of abuse of family or household member by repealing the sunset of amendments made to sections 709-906 and 853-4, HRS, by Act 19, SLH 2020. Repeals provisions authorizing a deferred acceptance of a guilty plea for misdemeanor and petty misdemeanor abuse of family or household members offenses. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2087 |
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SB2255
Biodiesel; Minimum Fuel Requirement; Diesel-powered Motor Vehicles; DBEDT
RELATING TO BIODIESEL.
Requires the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to adopt rules to require that diesel fuel sold in the State for use in on-highway diesel-powered motor vehicles contains no less than five per cent biodiesel by volume. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDT/EIG, CPN/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDT/EIG, CPN/WAM |
HB2423 |
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SB2256
Brother Joseph Dutton Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO BROTHER JOSEPH DUTTON DAY.
Designates April 27 of every year as Brother Joseph Dutton Day. |
(H)
4/24/2026- Act 004, on 04/23/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1104). |
DECOITE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CAA, JHA |
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SB2257
DOH; Air Pollution; Vegetative Burning; Green Waste; Permits; Residential Areas
RELATING TO VEGETATIVE BURNING.
Prohibits the Department of Health from issuing permits for commercial burning of green waste products in residential areas or within one thousand feet of a residential property. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to AEN/HHS, JDC. |
DECOITE, RICHARDS, Hashimoto |
AEN/HHS, JDC |
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SB2258 SD1
DOE; DOH; DCR; DOD; DAGS; UH; Local Preference; Landscaping Materials; Mulch; Compost; Soil; Reports
RELATING TO LOCAL PURCHASING PREFERENCE.
Gradually requires that, by 2032, 30% of the natural landscaping materials purchased by certain departments be locally sourced, meaning 50% of the wholesale value is added by manufacture, processing, production, or harvesting in the State. Applies to the Department of Education, Department of Health, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Department of Defense, Department of Accounting and General Services, and University of Hawaii System. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
GVO/CPN, WAM |
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SB2259 SD1 HD1 CD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Establishes the Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
HB1589 |
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SB2260
DHHL; Native Hawaiians; Home Lands; Tracts; Lessees; Successors
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Provides that an individual who becomes a lessee of a tract of Hawaiian home lands, either as an original lessee or as a successor lessee, shall forfeit any interest as an original lessee or successor lessee in any other tract of Hawaiian home lands and be removed from any applicant waitlist. |
(S)
2/2/2026- The committee(s) on HWN deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-03-26 1:10PM; CR 224 & Videoconference. |
DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
HWN, JDC |
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SB2261 SD1 HD2
Huli Au Ola; Physician and Dentist Retention; Molokai; Study; Grant; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires Huli Au Ola to conduct a study on physician and dentist recruitment and retention to be located on and serve the island of Molokai. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
DECOITE, KIDANI, Kanuha, Kim |
HLT, FIN |
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SB2262 SD1
DOH; Counties; Department of Law Enforcement; Police Departments; Solid Waste Pollution; Illegal Dumping; Penalties; Task Force; Reporting Procedures; Enforcement
RELATING TO POLLUTION.
Requires the Department of Health to establish and administer a centralized reporting system for the public to report solid waste pollution complaints. Increases penalties for solid waste pollution violations. Establishes a state-county illegal dumping task force and reporting requirements. Increases penalties for felony and petty misdemeanor disposal of solid waste. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
DECOITE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
HHS/AEN/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB2263 SD1
DBEDT; Business Competitiveness; Business Climate Improvement Working Group; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS.
Establishes a goal for the State to achieve a ranking among the top 10 states in the nation for business competitiveness by 2045. Defines and requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to select a "ranking metric" and establishes interim goals. Requires DBEDT to establish a working group to develop and recommend policies that improve Hawaii's business competitiveness. Requires annual reports to Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2264
Office of the Child Advocate; Establishment; Office of the Ombudsman; Child Welfare; Juvenile Justice; Oversight; Investigation; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
Establishes an independent Office of the Child Advocate within the Office of the Ombudsman to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by various state agencies and entities, receive and investigate complaints, and make recommendations for improvement. Requires annual reports to the Governor, Legislature, and public. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye, Kanuha, Wakai |
GVO/HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB1805 |
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SB2265
Constitutional Amendment; Initiative; Referendum (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO ENABLE LEGISLATION BY THE PEOPLE.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to provide for initiative and referendum. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to JDC, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KEOHOKALOLE |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2266
Initiative; Referendum
RELATING TO ENABLING LEGISLATION BY THE PEOPLE.
Provides for initiative and referendum procedures. Takes effect upon ratification of a constitutional amendment enabling legislation by the people. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to GVO/JDC, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KEOHOKALOLE |
GVO/JDC, WAM |
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SB2267
Smart911; Department of Accounting and General Services; 911 Board
RELATING TO 911 SERVICES.
Requires the 911 Board to establish, implement, and maintain a statewide emergency safety profile system that allows residents to voluntarily create and manage secure personal profiles containing information relevant to emergency responses. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to GVO/PSM, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Inouye, McKelvey |
GVO/PSM, WAM |
HB1577 |
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SB2268 SD2 HD1 CD1
Equity; Universal Changing Accommodations; Public Accommodations; Public Entity Construction; Exemptions
RELATING TO EQUITY.
Requires all places of public accommodation and public entity construction projects planned and designed after 7/31/2027 to provide at least one universal changing accommodation within the building in a public restroom, with certain exceptions. Makes conforming amendments to sections 489-6, 489-7.5, and 489-8, HRS, to prevent conflicts among the provisions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
LAB, FIN |
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SB2269
Executive office on Aging; Hanai Memory Network Program; Dementia Care; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DEMENTIA.
Establishes the Hanai Memory Network Program within the Executive Office on Aging to create a network of dementia care specialists and support systems to assist individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1853 |
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SB2270
Individuals with Disabilities; Access and Functional Needs; Housing Projects; Expedited Permits
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Includes housing projects for individuals with disabilities and individuals with access and functional needs as eligible projects to apply for expedited permits. Effective 7/2/2026. Repeals on 6/30/2031. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EIG/HHS/HOU, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
EIG/HHS/HOU, JDC |
HB1700 |
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SB2271 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Hospitals; Licensing Inspections; CMS; Accreditation Organizations; Certification Organizations
RELATING TO HOSPITAL LICENSING.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules to allow hospitals to demonstrate compliance with all licensing inspections required by the State through accreditation or certification by any accreditation or certification organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Chang, Hashimoto |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1538 |
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SB2272 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Home Health Agencies; Licensing Inspections; CMS; Accreditation Organizations; Certification Organizations; Public Information
RELATING TO HOME HEALTH LICENSING.
Authorizes the Department of Health to accept accreditation or certification from an accreditation organization or a certification organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as demonstration that a licensed home health agency is in compliance with all licensing inspections required by the State. Specifies conditions under which a home health agency may be exempt from a licensing inspection on a continuing basis throughout the accreditation or certification period. Requires information obtained in reports of survey and accreditation or certification letters to be public information. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Chang, Kanuha |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1540 |
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SB2273
Workers' Compensation; Employers; Treatment Plans; Medical Services Providers; Payment; Disagreement; Dispute Resolution Procedures
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires that employers pay all workers' compensation claims for compensable injuries and not deny claims without reasonable cause or during a pending investigation. Creates a presumption of compensability for claims submitted by employees excluded from coverage under the Hawaii prepaid health care act. Requires that employers notify medical services providers of any billing disagreements and allows providers to charge an additional rate to employers for outstanding balances owed for undisputed charges. Establishes dispute resolution procedures for employers and providers who have a reasonable disagreement over charges. Requires employers to deny a treatment plan within 3 days of receipt of a treatment plan or the treatment plan is deemed accepted. |
(S)
2/4/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, Hashimoto |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2274
DLE; Medical Cannabis; Medical Records; Inspection; Repeal
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Repeals statutory language that currently authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to: (1) inspect a qualifying medical cannabis patient's medical records held by the health provider who issued a written certification for the qualifying patient; and (2) suspend or revoke a health provider's ability to issue written certification for medical cannabis if the provider refuses the foregoing inspection, or if the medical records do not comply with the medical use of cannabis law. |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Gabbard, Richards |
HHS, JDC |
HB1856 |
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SB2275
DHS; Workers with Disabilities; Medicaid; Buy-In Program; Rules
RELATING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish a Medicaid buy-in program for workers with disabilities. Requires the Department to adopt rules. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Fukunaga |
HHS, WAM |
HB2487 |
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SB2276
Hawaii Medical Board; Surgical Assistant; License; Requirement; Exception; Surgical Assistant Advisory Committee; Establishment; Medicaid Reimbursement
RELATING TO SURGICAL ASSISTANTS.
Requires the Hawaii Medical Board to require each person practicing medicine or podiatric medicine as a surgical assistant in the State to be licensed as a surgical assistant. Establishes exceptions. Requires the Hawaii Medical Board by rule to establish the application procedure, medical educational and training standards, examination requirements, if any, for surgical assistant licensure and degrees of supervision for surgical assistants. Establishes the Surgical Assistant Advisory Committee. Expands the services eligible for Medicaid Prospective Payment System reimbursement to include certain services furnished by a federally qualified health center or rural health clinic and provided by surgical assistants. |
(S)
2/6/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2277 SD1 HD1
SHPDA; Health Care; Hospitals; Price Transparency; Consumer Protection; Federal Requirements
RELATING TO HOSPITAL PRICE TRANSPARENCY.
Requires each hospital licensed in the State to provide an annual attestation to the State Health Planning and Development Agency that the hospital is in compliance with federal hospital price transparency requirements. Permits patients to file a counterclaim against debt collection actions filed by hospitals to determine if the hospital is in compliance with federal hospital price transparency requirements. Requires hospitals to provide patients with an easy-to-understand itemized bill statement before initiating a debt collection action against a patient. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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SB2278
Counties; Outdoor Lighting; Light Pollution Protection Strategy; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LIGHT POLLUTION.
Requires all outdoor light fixtures to be fully shielded. Creates exemptions for certain outdoor lighting. Repeals the Night Sky Protection Strategy. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/12/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, MCKELVEY, Chang, Richards |
EDT/EIG, WAM |
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SB2279
Bail Bonds; Peace Bonds; Bail Agents; Sureties; Insurers; Bail Forfeiture; Defendants; Limited Financial Means
RELATING TO BAIL.
Amends bail and peace bond forfeiture rules to predicate forfeiture on whether bail providers performed and continue to perform their duties with reasonable diligence. Clarifies when bail providers may discharge their duties. Specifies the factors that courts shall consider in determining if bail providers are performing their duties with reasonable diligence or are negligent and should be subject to forfeiture. Requires courts to hold a hearing to order a forfeiture. Extends the deadline to file motions to set aside forfeitures. Clarifies that courts may extend, waive, or modify any procedural deadlines in forfeiture proceedings. Species that bail providers are not in privity with defendants, and therefore not barred res judicata from filing certain motions. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, FEVELLA, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Richards |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2280
Forfeiture; Bond or Recognizance; Bail; Crimes and Criminal Proceedings
RELATING TO FORFEITURE.
Extends the period during which a surety, surety insurer, or bail agent may file a motion or application to set aside the bond or recognizance forfeiture from thirty days to ninety days. Ensures that proper notice of a bail forfeiture judgment is provided to a surety or bail agent. Affirms that a judge may impose financial conditions of release and maintain full discretion to consider individual circumstances. Allows a surety or bail agent to apply to set aside a forfeiture, even if a prior motion has been filed. Subjects bail bond forfeiture proceedings to Rule 60 of the Hawaii Rules of Civil Procedure. Prohibits forfeiture from being ordered in any felony case. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2281 SD1
DOH; Health Care Providers; Artificial Intelligence; Patient Interaction; Consequential Decisions; Disclosure; Notice; Oversight; Performance Evaluations; Recordkeeping; Rules
RELATING TO THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTH CARE.
Requires health care providers using artificial intelligence (AI) in patient interactions to disclose to the patient that the patient is interacting with artificial intelligence. Requires health care providers using AI in making consequential decisions relating to the patient to provide certain notice and statements to the patient; maintain a qualified AI oversight personnel who shall be a natural person that reviews, evaluates, and validates or overrides AI outputs; monitor and conduct regular performance evaluations of their AI systems; implement procedures to address identified deficiencies; and maintain certain records. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules. Implementation effective 7/1/2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HHS/LBT, CPN/WAM |
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SB2282
Health Insurance; Medical Insurance; Prior Authorization; Medicare
RELATING TO INSURER PRIOR AUTHORIZATION.
Establishes the Prior Authorization Committee to specify medical conditions for which prior authorization by the insurer for treatment is not required for health insurance coverage. Requires health plan insurers to align their prior authorization processes for other conditions with Medicare policies. |
(S)
2/6/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Elefante, Fukunaga, Moriwaki |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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SB2283
Mail Order Pharmacies; Community Retail Pharmacies; Prohibitions
RELATING TO PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.
Repeals certain prohibitions on the imposition of fees, conditions, or requirements on community retail pharmacies that are not imposed on mail order pharmacies. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HHS, CPN |
HB1539 |
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SB2284
Health; Diet Pills; Muscle Building; Dietary Supplements; Minors
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Generally prohibits the sale of over-the-counter diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to minors. Provides certain exceptions for vitamins and protein products. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN/JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HHS, CPN/JDC |
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SB2285 SD1
DOH; Behavioral Health Complex Patient Model; Community-Based Organizations; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMPLEX PATIENT TREATMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division of the Department of Health to contract with community-based organizations for a behavioral health complex patient model. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB2157 |
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SB2286
Uniform Probate Code; Firearms; Personal Representative
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM PROBATE CODE.
Requires a personal representative of a decedent appointed under the Uniform Probate Code to notify the police department of the appropriate county of any and all firearms in an estate. Requires the police department to certify that all registered firearms in an estate and other firearms of which the police department has been notified are properly transferred or disposed of before the estate may close. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2287
DOH; Adolescent Mental Health Services; Community-Based Organizations; Prevention; Early Intervention; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to contract with community-based organizations to provide preventive and early intervention mental health services to adolescents within the community. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HHS, WAM |
HB1537 |
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SB2288
Mental Illness; Severe Cognitive Impairment; Assisted Community Treatment; Involuntary Hospitalization; Hawaii Penal Code; Penal Responsibility; Fitness Proceed; Examination; Order for Treatment
RELATING TO MENTAL ILLNESS.
Clarifies the procedures for assisted community treatment, examination, and hospitalization for individuals who may be mentally ill or suffering from substance abuse who are imminently dangerous to self, others, or property. Amends the procedures for involuntary hospitalizations and assisted community treatment petitions. Amends the Hawaii Penal Code to streamline the determination process for penal responsibility and fitness to proceed, including requiring courts to issue orders for treatment to defendants excluded from penal responsibility due to a mental disease, disorder, or defect. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
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SB2289 SD1
Certificates of Need; Exemptions
RELATING TO CERTIFICATES OF NEED.
Exempts from the certificate of need requirements certain health care facilities and services that provide certain health care services, serve federally designated medically underserved rural areas, lower patient costs, are unlikely to be overprescribed, and assist certain vulnerable populations. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2290
Law Enforcement; Visible Identification; Facial Coverings; Policy; Prohibition
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
By January 1, 2027, requires each law enforcement agency operating in the State to maintain a publicly available policy on the visible identification of law enforcement officers and use of facial coverings. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, Kanuha |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2291
DHS; Medicaid; Child Care Subsidies; Caregivers; Caregiver Capacity; Eligibility; Home and Community-Based Services; Assessments; Evaluations; Long-Term Care Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT.
Extends child care subsidies to disabled parents or guardians, regardless of their employment status. Requires the Department of Human Services to evaluate caregiver capacity and dependent-care responsibilities when determining eligibility for medicaid home- and community-based services. Requires the Department of Human Services to update its evaluation form and functional assessment protocols related to level of care and at-risk needs determinations. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Inouye, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB1674, HB2009 |
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SB2292
Worker's Compensation; DLIR; Evidence-Based Treatment; Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION MEDICAL TREATMENT.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish a medical treatment utilization schedule to standardize treatment for injured employees involved in workers' compensation claims. |
(S)
2/4/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2293
Condominium Associations; Boards of Directors; Education; Expenses
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies the authorizations for education expenses incurred by the board of directors of a condominium association. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Ihara |
CPN |
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SB2294 SD1
Condominiums; Associations; Boards; Managing Agents; Self-Governance; Compliance
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Specifies that all condominium associations, boards, and managing agents are required to comply with any applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/27/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Kim |
CPN, JDC |
HB1587 |
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SB2295
Cooperative Housing Corporations; Planned Community Associations; Condominiums; Managing Agents; Educational Opportunities; Seminars; Notice
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Requires all managing agents of cooperative housing corporations, planned community associations, and condominiums to distribute information received regarding educational opportunities or seminars electronically to the board of directors of the cooperative housing corporation, planned community association, or condominium. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Ihara |
CPN |
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SB2296
Homeowners' Associations; Condominium Associations; Definitions
RELATING TO HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS.
Expands the definition of condominium association to include associations organized under chapter 421J, HRS. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, Ihara |
CPN |
HB1835 |
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SB2297
Community Association Managers; Managing Agents; Condominiums; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Homeowners Associations
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Clarifies that a community association manager is an individual who is the managing agent responsible for the contracted management and oversight of a cooperative housing corporation, condominium association, or homeowners association. Amends the definition of "managing agent" to include a community association manager. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, Ihara |
CPN |
HB1586 |
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SB2298 SD2
Common Interest Communities; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Proxy Forms
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Requires cooperative housing corporation proxy forms to include certain language related to the selection options for proxies. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 17 |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, Ihara, Kim |
CPC |
HB1834 |
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SB2299
Insurance Commissioner; Captive Insurance; Condominiums; Planned Community Associations; Common Interest Associations; Residential Association Captive Insurance Companies; Authorized
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Establishes provisions authorizing common interest associations to form and participate in residential association captive insurance companies under certain conditions. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to regulate residential association captive insurance companies. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Inouye |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2300
Condominium Associations; Budget Summaries; Replacement Reserves
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Reduces condominium associations' cash flow plans from a thirty-year projection to a twenty-five-year projection of the association's future income and expenses to fully fund its replacement reserves requirements each year during that twenty-five-year period. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Keohokalole, McKelvey |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2301
Condominiums; Association Records; Resale Transactions
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Exempts condominium associations and managing agents from providing documentation not already in existence or preparing forms to facilitate a private sales transaction. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Inouye |
CPN |
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SB2302
Condominiums; Condominium Property Regime Task Force
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Implements the Condominium Property Regime Task Force recommendations. |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1833, HB1841 |
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SB2303
Renewable Energy; Portable Solar Generation Devices
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Creates exemptions from interconnection requirements for portable solar generation devices. Establishes basic safety requirements for portable solar generation devices. Provides liability protections for electric utilities. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EIG, CPN/JDC. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
EIG, CPN/JDC |
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SB2304
Identity Theft; Artificial Intelligence
RELATING TO IDENTITY THEFT.
Includes fraudulent impersonation or false depiction through artificial intelligence or materially deceptive media in the offenses of identity theft. |
(S)
1/30/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, JDC |
HB1954 |
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SB2305
Driver's License; Permit; Civil Identification Card; Nonapparent Disability
RELATING TO IDENTIFICATION.
Allows applicants for driver's permit, driver's license, or civil identification cards to request a nonapparent disability notation on their permit, license, or identification card. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to TRS/HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/HHS, JDC |
HB2217 |
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SB2306 SD1
DLNR; Bureau of Conveyances; Land Court; Transaction Fees
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE FEES.
Makes permanent, rather than repealing upon the adoption of relevant administrative rules, the Department of Land and Natural Resources' authority to establish a transaction fee for certain services rendered by the Bureau of Conveyances for each recording in the Bureau of Conveyances and Land Court. 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 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, WAM |
HB2544 |
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SB2307
Active Retired Clinician License; Hawaii Medical Board; Physicians; Osteopathic Physicians; Surgeons; Volunteer Clinical Work; Community-Based Health Care or Public Health Organizations
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Authorizes the Hawaii Medical Board to issue an active retired clinician license to retired physicians, osteopathic physicians, and surgeons with inactive Hawaii medical licenses to provide volunteer clinical work through community-based health care or public health organizations. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB2308 SD1
Procurement; Public Contracts; Small Purchases; Vendor Compliance
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Increases the contract award value that triggers required proof of vendor compliance from $2,500 to $5,000. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
HB1955 |
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SB2309 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Loan Division; Loan Portfolio; Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund; Expenditure Ceiling; Increase; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Authorizes the Agricultural Loan Division of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to sell portions of its loan portfolio to permitted third parties, with proceeds to be deposited into the Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds out of the Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund to increase its expenditure ceiling and thereby expand access to agricultural loan financing and support local food production. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2310 SD1
DAB; Kainahola Stream; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds for the removal of overgrown vegetation from the Kainahola Stream drainageway. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB2113 |
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SB2311 SD1
Claims Against the State; Attorney General; Reports
RELATING TO CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE.
Prohibits claims for refunds, reimbursements, or other payments, authorization for which is sought from the Legislature that exceed the time limitations of section 40-68, Hawaii Revised Statutes, from being claimed. Requires the Attorney General to submit a confidential report within five days after the opening of a Regular Session to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, President of the Senate, Chairs of the House and Senate Judiciary Committees that provides a good faith estimate of each possible judgment against the State that has not yet settled. Requires the Attorney General to submit a report every five years to the Legislature containing further incidents that occurred in an agency that led to a claim. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, MORIWAKI |
JDC, WAM |
HB1653 |
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SB2312 SD1 HD1
UIPA; Agency Function Contracts; Contractors; Record Retention and Access Requirements; Government Records; Exceptions
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS.
Amends the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) to require contractors who perform agency functions to retain records following the retention schedule of the agency and to provide the agency access to the records upon request. Establishes that all records retained by an agency function contractor shall be deemed government records for the purposes of the UIPA. Exempts contracts entered into by the Employees' Retirement System. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
HB1521 |
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SB2313 SD1
Comprehensive Public Funding; Campaign Spending Commission; Report; Appropriation ($)
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 2028 general election year. Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Ihara, Kanuha |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2314 SD1
Hawaiian Language; State Law; Public Documents
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
Requires that whenever there is a difference between the English and Hawaii version of law that is material to its interpretation, priority shall be given to the language that aligns with the intent of the legislature as evidenced by legislative history, context, and purpose. Clarifies that Hawaiian shall not be required for public acts and transactions, but is welcomed. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
JHA |
HB2433 |
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SB2315 SD2 HD1
Constitutional Amendment; General Elections; Amendment Process; Tallying; Votes (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SECTION 3 OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO SPECIFY THAT THE STANDARD FOR VOTER APPROVAL OF A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROPOSED BY THE LEGISLATURE IS A MAJORITY OF ALL THE VOTES TALLIED UPON THE QUESTION.
Proposes to amend article XVII, section 3, of the Hawaii State Constitution regarding the standard for ratification of a constitutional amendment proposed by the Legislature, to provide that proposed amendments shall be effective only if approved at a general election by a majority of all the votes tallied upon the question. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
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3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Muraoka, Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2316
DOT; Air Travel; Verified Carbon Offsets; Qualified Air Travel
RELATING TO CARBON OFFSETS.
Requires the Department of Transportation to assist and enable a person to voluntarily purchase a verified carbon offset for greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the person's air travel to or from an airport in the State. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
HB1771 |
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SB2317 SD1
DAB; Insurance; Small Agricultural Producers; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Directs the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study on insurance coverage for small agricultural producers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, RICHARDS, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
HB2594 |
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SB2318 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Agricultural Statistics Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Codifies the Agricultural Statistics Program in statute. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2319 SD1 HD1
DAB; Grant Writer; Position; Permanent; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) grant writer position within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and converts the position from temporary to permanent. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Conference committee meeting scheduled for 04-24-26 11:00AM; Conference Room 325. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KANUHA, RICHARDS |
AGR, FIN |
HB2571 |
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SB2320 SD1 HD1
UH; DOE; DAB; ADC; DLIR; Farmers; Agricultural Careers; Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program; Regional Hubs; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program to create career pipelines in the fields of agriculture and agricultural technology. Requires the University of Hawaii to collaborate with the Department of Education, Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Agribusiness Development Corporation, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, and appropriate community organizations to develop and administer the program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:20PM in Conference Room 229. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR, HED, FIN |
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SB2321 SD1 HD1
DAB; Two-Lined Spittlebug Response Pilot Program; Invasive Species; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE TWO-LINED SPITTLEBUG.
Establishes a two-year Two-Lined Spittlebug Response Pilot Program to mitigate and control the spread of the two-lined spittlebug. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2322 SD1
Environmental Assessment; Environmental Impact Statement; Requirement; Significant Historic Properties; Traditional Cultural Properties or Places
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS.
Requires that an environmental assessment be conducted and an environmental impact statement be prepared for any proposed use within historic properties designated by the Hawaii or National Register of Historic Places, important to native Hawaiian people or to another ethnic group of the State, or determined to be eligible as a traditional cultural property or place on the National Register of Historic Places. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to EEP, WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
HB1544 |
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SB2323 SD1
Farmland Transition Commission; Farmland Access; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Farmland Transition Commission to examine barriers certain farmers face when trying to purchase or access farmland and provide recommendations on possible incentives or policies to assist these individuals in purchasing or accessing farmland. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Sunsets 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2324
Condominiums; Project; Registration; Agricultural District; Neighborhood Boards
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
For purposes of registering a condominium project in an agricultural district, (1) lowers the threshold from projects with five units to projects with two units for which a signed statement from a county is required and (2) requires a signed statement from the neighborhood board, if applicable. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to CPN/WLA, JDC. |
GABBARD, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN/WLA, JDC |
HB1571 |
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SB2325 SD1 HD1
Sentencing; Juvenile Offenders; Sentence Modification; Interest of Justice
RELATING TO JUVENILE OFFENDERS.
Authorizes a court to modify sentences imposed on juvenile offenders if certain conditions are met and the court finds that, after considering certain factors, the defendant is not a danger to the safety of any person or the community and the modification is in the interests of justice. Establishes procedures, provides for hearings and representation by counsel, and authorizes appellate review. (HD1) |
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4/1/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSH, JHA |
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SB2326
DOTAX; Income Tax; Solar Canopy Installation Tax Credit; Renewable Energy Generation; Rules
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Establishes a Solar Canopy Installation Tax Credit that applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Requires the Director of Taxation to take certain actions to implement the tax credit. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EIG, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG |
EIG, WAM |
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SB2327
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 1/1/2027. 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. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EIG/GVO, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
EIG/GVO, CPN/WAM |
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SB2328
DOH; Waste Combustion Facilities; Monitoring and Sampling Plan; Air Contaminants; Website; Report
RELATING TO AIR POLLUTION.
Requires owners or operators of waste combustion facilities to develop a plan to implement continuous monitoring and sampling technologies at each combustion unit to monitor and sample for certain air contaminants. Requires a publicly available website hosted by the Department of Health to track and display the data collected on the air contaminants. Requires the Department of Health to adjust permit limits for air contaminants based on the data collected. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, Chang, San Buenaventura |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
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SB2329
Environmental Review; FONSI; Acceptance of EIS; Validity; Time Limit
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Specifies a time limit for the validity of a finding of no significant impact of a final environmental assessment or acceptance of a final environmental impact statement for a proposed action. Requires an agency or applicant to commence a new environmental review process for the proposed action if the validity expires. |
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1/30/2026- Re-Referred to AEN, JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB1543 |
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SB2330
DOH; Newly Manufactured Washing Machines; Microfiber Filters; Requirements
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Phases in requirements that all newly manufactured washing machines sold within the State by January 1, 2042, be equipped with a microfiber filter. Requires certification that newly manufactured washing machines have microfiber filters. Establishes penalties. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
GABBARD, Fukunaga |
HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC |
HB1569 |
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SB2331
Public Utilities Commission; Renewable Energy Portfolio; Standards; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Renewable Energy; Trees
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Establishes a lifecycle greenhouse gas emission intensity standard that an energy source must meet to be considered a renewable energy source. Excludes trees and woody products of trees from the definition of "renewable energy". |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EIG/AEN, CPN. |
GABBARD, RICHARDS |
EIG/AEN, CPN |
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SB2332
Department of Taxation; Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security Tax; Carbon Emissions; Tax Credit; Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund; Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Reestablishes the Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund. Establishes the Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund. Gradually increases the Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security tax rates and establishes a refundable carbon cashback tax credit to offset increases for most taxpayers. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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2/11/2026- The recommendation was not adopted. |
GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
HB1617 |
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SB2333 SD1
Neonicotinoid Pesticides; Prohibition; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Evaluations
RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale, possession, or use of a pesticide containing one or more neonicotinoid pesticides, under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to evaluate the potential impacts of and adopt any necessary control measures for neonicotinoid pesticide use on pollinating insects, native migratory and resident birds, aquatic organisms, and human health. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB1570 |
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SB2334
Agriculture Land Conservation; Agricultural Land Conversion Fee; Agricultural Land Conversion Fee Fund; Healthy Soils Program; State Lands; Commercial Agricultural Production; Conservation Practices
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires the payment of an Agricultural Land Conversion Fee by the buyer or lessee in a transaction for any agricultural land that will be converted from agricultural production for certain purposes. Establishes the Agricultural Land Conversion Fee Fund to, among other things, support the Health Soils Program. Requires all state lands used in the commercial production of agricultural commodities, including any lands under lease agreements with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, to use an established metric to advance the adoption of conservation practices. |
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2/11/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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SB2335
Agribusiness Development Corporation; Agricultural Conservation Easement Program; New Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to establish an Agricultural Conservation Easement Program to purchase from willing private land owners agricultural conservation easements to preserve and protect the land for agricultural use in perpetuity. Establishes the Agricultural Conservation Easement Management Special Fund. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDT/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
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SB2336 SD1
Trees; Public Lands; Arborists; Professionals; Contractors; Best Management Practices
RELATING TO TREES.
Requires State departments, offices, and agencies to ensure and enforce that all arborists and other professionals in its employ, including contractors, who manage trees or lands that will impact public trees adhere to best management practices. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Ihara |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2337
Department of Education; Mathematics; Numeracy; Numeracy Coaching Program; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a Numeracy Coaching Program to provide numeracy coaches in certain Department of Education elementary schools, middle schools, and intermediate schools to support teachers, improve instruction, and ensure that students develop a strong foundation in mathematics. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB1781 |
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SB2338 SD1 HD2 CD1
HHFDC; HCDA; HPHA; Executive Director; Deputy Executive Director; Finance Manager; Salary; Employment Contracts
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation employees from the requirement that their employment actions and job descriptions be subject to approval by the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Executive Director of HHFDC to be paid a salary recommended by its Board of Directors and subject to the approval of the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, not to exceed ninety-nine per cent of the salary of the Governor. Renames the position of Executive Assistant to Deputy Executive Director for HHFDC and increases the salary cap for the Deputy Executive Director. Establishes conditions for the issuance, renewal, and termination of employment contracts issued by the HHFDC, Hawaii Community Development Authority, and the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Exempts the Executive Director of HCDA, and officers, agents, and employees appointed by the Executive Director, from the requirement that their employment actions and job descriptions be subject to approval by the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Executive Director of HCDA to be paid a salary recommended by the Authority and subject to the approval of the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, not to exceed ninety-nine per cent of the salary of the Governor. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Kim |
HSG, LAB, FIN |
HB1714 |
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SB2339 SD1
State Building Code Council; Department of Accounting and General Services; Membership; Building Industry Association of Hawaii; General Contractors Association of Hawaii; Labor
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Makes both the representative of the Building Industry Association of Hawaii and the representative of the General Contractors Association of Hawaii permanent standing members of the State Building Code Council, instead of members who alternate terms every 4 years. Adds members representing the Plumbers and Fitters United Association, Local 675 and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1186 to the State Building Code Council. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
WAL, JHA |
HB1712 |
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SB2340 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOH; Community Care Foster Family Homes; Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; Medicaid Waivers; Housing Access
RELATING TO COMMUNITY CARE FOSTER FAMILY HOMES.
Clarifies that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who meet an intermediate care facility or nursing facility level of care shall not be denied residency in a certified community care foster family home solely because of their disability or enrollment in a specific Medicaid waiver program. Requires the Department of Health to provide technical assistance and training to community care foster family homes. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
HLT/HSH, FIN |
HB1731 |
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SB2341
Historic Preservation; State Historic Preservation Division Review; Historic Properties; Private Properties; Project Review; Review Period
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Authorizes SHPD to conduct a phased review of a proposed project on private property under certain circumstances. Amends the process and deadlines by which SHPD must provide written concurrence or non-concurrence for a proposed project on private property or other project that requires entitlement for use, after which concurrence may be assumed and the project may proceed. |
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2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RICHARDS, Kanuha, Wakai |
WLA, JDC |
HB1710 |
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SB2342 SD2 HD1
HHFDC; Qualified Allocation Plan; Working Group; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes, and appropriates funds for, a working group to make recommendations to revise the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's Qualified Allocation Plan and propose revisions to the prioritization of the Rental Housing Revolving Fund and the terms of loans made from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HSG, FIN |
HB1868 |
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SB2343 SD1
LRB; Legislature; Regular Sessions; Length; Working Group; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE LEGISLATURE.
Establishes a Regular Session Review Working Group to determine the essential timing and effective framework for a lengthened legislative session calendar for election and non-election years. Requires the Working Group to submit a report of its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the Legislature before the convening of the Regular Session of 2028. Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to assist the Working Group in finalizing its report and drafting any proposed legislation. Appropriates fund. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
GVO, WAM |
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SB2344
HHFDC; Affordable Rental Supply Revolving Fund; Affordable Homeownership Assistance Revolving Fund; Public Property Inventory; Public Housing Corporations; Developers; Rental Housing; Affordable Homeownership; Second Mortgages; Homebuyers; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to compile, maintain, and publish on its website a public inventory of underutilized public properties suitable for affordable rental housing development. Requires the HHFDC to provide legal and administrative assistance to requesting county agencies and eligible developers to accelerate the development of affordable rental housing projects. Establishes eligibility requirements for developers and rental housing projects seeking interim financing from the HHFDC. Establishes the Affordable Rental Supply Revolving Fund to be administered by the HHFDC to provide interim financing for eligible developers of approved rental housing projects. Establishes the Affordable Homeownership Program within the HHFDC to provide second mortgages to homebuyers under certain conditions. Establishes eligibility requirements for a homebuyer seeking a second mortgage from the HHFDC. Establishes the Affordable Homeownership Assistance Revolving Fund to be administered by the HHFDC. Appropriates funds. |
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1/26/2026- Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS, Elefante, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB2345
DOH; Sugar-Sweetened Beverages; Excessive Sugar; Warning Label; Beverage Container; Soda Fountain; Vending Machine; Requirements; Penalties; Rules
RELATING TO SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES.
Beginning July 1, 2027, requires certain sugar-sweetened beverages to contain an excessive sugars warning label. Establishes civil penalties. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
CHANG |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2346
DOT; Airports; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Reductions; Zero Emission Vehicles
RELATING TO AIRPORTS.
Requires the Department of Transportation to transition all motor vehicles used within airport grounds to zero emission vehicles to meet the State's zero emissions clean economy target. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to TRS/AEN, WAM. |
CHANG, RHOADS |
TRS/AEN, WAM |
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SB2347 SD1 HD1
Office of Consumer Protection; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Notice of Tenant Rights; Landlord Obligations; Fines
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to periodically publish an accessible, multilingual notice of tenant rights. Requires the notice to be included in the informational handbook on the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code maintained by the Office. Requires a landlord to provide a tenant with a copy of the most recent notice of tenant rights in the tenant's preferred language, if available, and subjects the landlord to a fine for failure to do so. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
CHANG |
CPC |
HB1776 |
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SB2348
DOE; DOH; Cardiovascular Screening; Sudden Cardiac Arrest; Student Athletes; Public School Students; Educational and Informational Materials; Policies, Programs, Training, and Continuing Education
RELATING TO CARDIOVASCULAR SCREENING.
Requires cardiovascular screening for students, including student athletes. Requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to distribute educational and informational materials regarding sudden cardiac arrest. Requires the Department of Education to implement policies, programs, training, and continuing education that increase health care provider knowledge of cardiovascular screening guidelines. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
CHANG, Inouye, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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SB2349 SD1
DAB; Restorative Aquaculture Development Program; Workforce Development; Restorative Aquaculture Advisory Council; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to: (1) Establish a four-year Restorative Aquaculture Development Program to reduce aquaculture permit processing time, support aquaculture infrastructure expansion, increase the aquaculture workforce, and pursue federal aquaculture grants; (2) Establish three pilot demonstration sites for restorative aquaculture; and (3) Convene a Restorative Aquaculture Advisory Council. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, Fukunaga |
AEN/EDT, WAM |
HB1572 |
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SB2350 SD2
DAB; ADC; Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch; Agricultural Enterprises; Transfer
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Transfers the rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity that relate to agricultural enterprises to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Requires that the regulatory functions of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch remain within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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3/18/2026- The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
AGR, ECD, FIN |
HB1606 |
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SB2351
DLNR; State Parks Special Fund; Division of State Parks; Environmental Protection
RELATING TO THE STATE PARKS SPECIAL FUND.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to expend the moneys from the State Parks Special Fund for programs aimed at environmental protection. |
(S)
2/18/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA, WAM |
HB2348 |
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SB2352 SD1
Solar Distributed Energy Resource Systems; Building Permits; Self-Certification Process; No-Rise Certification; Regulatory Floodways
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires certain government entities in the State that issue building permits to establish a self-certification process for behind-the-meter, customer-sited solar distributed energy resource systems that deems permit applications approved and allows applicants to proceed to build solar distributed energy resource system immediately. Requires certain government entities in the State that issue building permits to develop guidance for determining specific conditions when a Federal Emergency Management Agency-mandated No-Rise Certification is not required for a solar distributed energy resource system located in a regulatory floodway. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
EIG/GVO, CPN/WAM |
HB1984 |
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SB2353 SD2 HD2
Stadium Authority; Outdoor Advertising; Digital Outdoor Signage Devices; Stadium Development District; DBEDT; Light Pollution; Study
RELATING TO OUTDOOR SIGNAGE.
Allows the display of outdoor advertising devices, including digital outdoor signage devices, within the Stadium Development District with the authorization of the Stadium Authority and subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study on the impacts of light pollution associated with the devices and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD2) |
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4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 787). |
WAKAI, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB2569 |
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SB2354 SD1 HD1
DCCA; DBEDT; Business Registration Data; Online Availability
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.
Requires the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to make certain contact information for newly registered entities available online. Requires the Director to transmit the contact information to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism's Business Development and Support Division. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
WAKAI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
ECD, CPC, FIN |
HB2349 |
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SB2355 SD1
DOT; Vehicle Safety Inspections; Passenger Cars; Mobile
RELATING TO VEHICLE SAFETY.
Requires the Director of Transportation to adopt rules allowing for mobile vehicle safety inspections of passenger cars. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRS, WAM |
HB2347 |
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SB2356 SD1
Off-Street Parking Requirements; Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Program Areas; Prohibited
RELATING TO PARKING.
Prohibits minimum off-street parking requirements for new developments or redevelopment projects located in transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program areas. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
HB1701 |
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SB2357
DLIR; Tip Credit; Annual Calculation
RELATING TO TIP CREDIT.
Beginning 1/1/2027, increases the tip credit amount to equal twenty-five per cent of the minimum wage. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to annually calculate the adjusted tip credit amount. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
WAKAI, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA |
LBT, WAM |
HB2350 |
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SB2358
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. |
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2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, RICHARDS, WAKAI, Kanuha |
WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2359 SD1
Time Shares; Registration; Renewal; Amendments; Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
RELATING TO REGISTRATION OF TIME SHARES.
Provides that applications for registration renewal required by section 514E-10, HRS, shall be deemed approved upon delivery. Provides that any amendment to a required time share plan registration shall be deemed approved by operation of law on the sixtieth day after the amendment is submitted to the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, unless the Director issues a deficiency letter within that period. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
EDT, CPN |
HB1946 |
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SB2360 SD1 HD2 CD1
DBEDT; DOTAX; State Enterprise Zones; Qualified Business; State Business Tax Credit; General Excise Tax; Eligible Business Activities; Innovation Enterprises; Retail Sales; Value-Added Agricultural Products; Hawaii Food and Production Innovation Network; Health Care Services; Exemption; Extension; Comprehensive Review; Report
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Amends the definition of "eligible business activity" for the purposes of the Enterprise Zone Program to include certain retail sales of tangible personal property; processing of certain value-added agricultural products; research development, sale, or production of all types of medical products and medical and health care services; activities of the Hawaii Food and Product Innovation Network; the provision of certain professional services by health care professionals; aerospace research and development activities; and information technology design and production services. Authorizes the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to declare up to two census tracts on state land that contain an innovation enterprise to be designated as an enterprise zone, subject to the Governor's approval and notwithstanding certain conditions. Requires DBEDT to conduct a comprehensive review, in consultation with the Department of Taxation, of the State Enterprise Zones Program and to submit a report to the Legislature. For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, extends the eligibility period of the state business tax credit for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Beginning 1/1/2028, extends the eligibility period of the general excise tax exemption for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Applies to qualified businesses who join the Enterprise Zone Program on or after 7/1/2026. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Elefante, Wakai |
ECD, AGR, FIN |
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SB2361
Department of Health; Solid Waste Pollution; Single-Use Plastic Service Ware; Ban
RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.
Prohibits the sale and distribution of single-use plastic service ware by food and beverage service businesses. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
DECOITE |
HHS/AEN, CPN/JDC |
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SB2362 SD1
DBEDT; Income Tax; Real Estate Investment Trusts; Dividends Paid Deduction; Study; Report
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study the impacts of disallowing the dividends paid deduction for real estate investment trusts. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to ECD, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB2150 |
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SB2363 HD2
Counties; Public Lands; Closure; Restriction
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Authorizes the counties to close or restrict public lands under the county's jurisdiction when necessary to protect public health, ensure public safety, or preserve natural or cultural resources. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 811). |
MORIWAKI, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
WAL, JHA |
HB1933 |
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SB2364
Home Care Agencies; Home Care Services; Licensing
RELATING TO HOME CARE AGENCIES.
Prohibits a home care agency or person with a financial interest in the home care agency from providing home care services to a client if the home care agency or person owns or leases the client's residence. |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to HHS. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
HHS |
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SB2365
DOH; CCFFH; Caregivers; Certified Nurse Aide; Licensed Nurse; Requirements
RELATING TO COMMUNITY-BASED CARE.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules mandating that each primary caregiver and substitute caregiver in a Community Care Foster Family Home be a licensed nurse or certified nurse aide. Makes the requirements for primary and substitute caregivers applicable to all Community Care Foster Family Homes, regardless of the number of clients in the home. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, GABBARD, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kim, Wakai |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2366
Parking; Meters; Persons with Disabilities; Fee Exemption; Permit
RELATING TO PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Amends the fee exemption period for individuals possessing a disabled paid parking exemption permit from the first 2.5 hours or the maximum amount of time the meter allows, whichever is longer, to the first 4.5 hours. |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/HHS. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, Richards, San Buenaventura |
TRS/HHS |
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SB2367 SD2 HD2 CD1
BLNR; DLNR; State Boating Facility Lease; Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor; Reports
RELATING TO STATE BOATING FACILITIES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop and implement a project to improve portions of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor while ensuring public access, as envisioned by the 2022 University of Hawaii Community Design Center Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor Vision Report. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to lease the remaining portion of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor; provided that the lease shall expire on or before 6/30/2046. Repeals provisions relating to the leasing of certain fast and submerged lands of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
HB1936 |
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SB2368
Planned Community Associations; Dissolution
RELATING TO PLANNED COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS.
Allows members of a planned community association to terminate the association with the approval of a plan of dissolution by 67% of the members of the association, a court of competent jurisdiction, and all holders of liens on association property. Enables the association board or other termination trustee to wind up the affairs of the association in accordance with the plan of dissolution. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
HASHIMOTO (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2369
HSEO; Decarbonization; Renewable Energy Sources; Study; Report
RELATING TO COMBUSTION-FREE ENERGY SOLUTIONS.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to commission a study of various energy sectors relating to cost-effective methods for decarbonization. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
2/17/2026- The committee on EIG deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
EIG, WAM |
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SB2370
DOH; Carbon Emissions; Carbon Dioxide Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems; Renewable Energy
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Before January 1, 2028, requires every renewable energy source with measurable carbon dioxide emissions that is regulated by the Clean Air Branch of the Department of Health to operate an in-stack carbon dioxide continuous emissions monitoring system in each smokestack. Establishes carbon dioxide emissions rate standards for renewable energy sources for compliance with renewable portfolio standards. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HHS/AEN, CPN/WAM |
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SB2371 SD1
DAB; Public Utilities Commission; LUC; Counties; Agriculture; Agrivoltaics; Landowners; Beginning Farmers; Reports; Solar Energy Facilities; Renewable Energy; Special Permits
RELATING TO AGRIVOLTAICS.
Requires a landowner leasing agricultural sub-parcels on property used for agrivoltaics to prioritize lease offers for beginning farmers. Requires a landowner leasing agricultural sub-parcels on property used for agrivoltaics to submit an annual agrivoltaics compliance report to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Authorizes DAB to penalize any landowner that fails to meet agrivoltaics requirements. Authorizes the development of solar energy facilities on agricultural lands with productivity ratings of B, C, or D under certain conditions. Authorizes a county planning commission to issue special permits for agrivoltaics requirements before the approval of the Land Use Commission under certain conditions. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA |
AEN/WLA/EIG, CPN/JDC |
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SB2372 SD2 HD2
DLNR; UH; Exceptional Trees Program; Significant Trees; State Arborist Advisory Committee; County Arborist Advisory Committees
RELATING TO TREES.
Establishes base selection criteria for designating exceptional trees. Establishes the significant tree designation, selection criteria, and related processes. Establishes the State Arborist Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for administrative purposes. Requires County Arborist Advisory Committees to have at least five members, adopt new exceptional tree selection criteria, and designate significant trees. Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the University of Hawaii to cooperate with State and County Arborist Advisory Committees to carry out the Exceptional Trees Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 762). |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
WAL, JHA |
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SB2373 SD1
DLNR; Nature-Based Carbon Sequestration; Carbon Emissions; Marine Ecosystem Restoration; Report
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION.
Establishes a state goal to strengthen nature-based carbon emissions reduction solutions. Directs certain state agencies to identify opportunities for investing in nature-based solutions that reduce carbon emissions. Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop methodologies to quantify carbon emissions reductions through marine ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
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SB2374 SD1
Blue Economy; Decarbonization; Marine Ecosystems; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO A BLUE ECONOMY.
Establishes the Blue Economy Working Group to study how to develop and support marine-based economic activities that align with the State's decarbonization and restorative food production goals. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
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SB2375
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel distribution in Hawaii to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Provides $1 per gallon, increasing by 2 cents per additional 1 per cent emissions reduction, up to $2 per gallon. Caps total credits at $20,000,000 annually, with carryover provisions. Requires reporting to ensure transparency and compliance. Applies to taxable years after December 31, 2025, and sunsets on December 31, 2035. |
(S)
1/26/2026- Referred to EIG/TRS/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
EIG/TRS/AEN, WAM |
HB1694 |
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SB2376 SD2 HD2
Renewable Fuel; Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit
RELATING TO THE RENEWABLE FUELS PRODUCTION TAX CREDIT.
Expands the provisions of the renewable fuels production tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Moriwaki |
EEP, ECD, FIN |
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SB2377 SD2 HD1
Offenses Against Property Rights; Criminal Property Damage of Critical Infrastructure Facilities; Felony
RELATING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES.
Establishes the offense of criminal property damage to critical infrastructure facilities as a class C felony. Expands the term "critical infrastructure" to include broadband, wireless, and cable networks. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
ECD, JHA |
HB1798 |
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SB2378 SD2
Counties; Housing; Expedited Permitting; Insurance; Inspections
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies insurance requirements for single-family and multi-family housing projects to obtain expedited permitting from county agencies. Clarifies that state or county inspectors shall inspect all projects with expedited permits. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHANG |
HSG, WAL, CPC |
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SB2379
Conveyance Tax; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Allocations
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Allocates twenty per cent of conveyance tax revenues to the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Repeals the annual cap amount on the allocation of conveyance tax revenues to the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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SB2380
Continuous Legislative Session; Constitutional Amendment; Constitutional Repeal
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO ESTABLISH A CONTINUOUS LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
Establishes a continuous Legislature beginning in January 2031. Defines each regular session to be two calendar years. Requires the Legislature to convene on the first and third weeks of each month except for two months before a general or primary election. Repeals language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Establishes procedures for the carry-over of bills from the first to the second year of a regular session. Establishes deadlines for certain bills to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Repeals the Governor's ability to appoint an interim position if a vacancy occurs while the Senate is not in session. Establishes salaries of the members of the Legislature pursuant to recommendations by the Commission on Salaries submitted during the 2030 regular session, unless those recommendations are amended by law. |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2381
Corrections; Restrictive Housing Requirements; Working Group
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Extends the effective date of restrictions on the use of restrictive housing in correctional facilities to 7/1/2027. Extends the establishment of the Restrictive Housing Legislative Working Group to 8/1/2026. Extends the date that the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation may implement recommendations of the working group to 12/1/2028. Amends procedures for restrictive housing. Amends circumstances under which restrictive housing may be used. Repeals requirements for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to post quarterly reports on the Department's website, update its policy and procedures manual in compliance with the restrictive housing restrictions, and report to the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission. Repeals requirements for the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission to review and monitor housing placements. Repeals the requirement that the Restrictive Housing Working Group make recommendations to the Legislature by 1/1/2027. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
FUKUNAGA |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2382 SD1
DLE; Kupaa Retention Bonus Program; Law Enforcement Retention; Staffing; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program to be administered by the Department of Law Enforcement to provide $15,000 retention bonuses to eligible sworn law enforcement officers that have worked a minimum of two thousand hours during the preceding fiscal year, subject to collective bargaining negotiations. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to report to the Legislature on the effectiveness of the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program. Appropriates funds for the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (SD1) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
FUKUNAGA |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
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SB2383
DLE; Retention Bonus; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to provide $15,000 retention bonuses to all eligible sworn law enforcement officers who meet specified requirements. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to verify eligibility. Appropriates funds for the payment of retention bonuses. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee(s) on PSM recommend(s) that the measure be HELD. The votes in PSM were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Inouye; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Lee, C., DeCorte. |
FUKUNAGA |
PSM, WAM |
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SB2384
Prohibition; Sale; Labeling; Flavored Nicotine Products; Nicotine Product Flavor Enhancers; E-Liquids; Penalties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale of flavored nicotine products and nicotine product flavor enhancers and the mislabeling of e-liquids as nicotine free. Establishes penalties for violations. Authorizes the Department of Health to appoint, commission, or contract for services of inspectors. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/12/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, LAMOSAO, RHOADS, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB1512 |
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SB2385
HEMA; Disaster Services; Disability-Related Planning; Disability Integration Specialist and Programming; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DISASTER SERVICES.
Amends the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency's functions to include ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and related federal and state disability access laws by integrating the needs of individuals with disabilities and others with access and functional needs into emergency planning, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities. Appropriates funds to establish a Disability Integration Specialist and for programming support for disability community projects. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM/HHS, WAM/JDC |
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SB2386 SD1 HD2
Employment; Job Listing; Disclosure; Exemption
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT EARNINGS.
Clarifies that the requirement to disclose hourly rates or salary ranges on job listings applies to full-time, part-time, temporary, or seasonal employment. Repeals the exemption for employers having fewer than fifty employees from the disclosure requirement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 800). |
ELEFANTE, Inouye, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
LAB, CPC |
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SB2387 SD1 HD2
AG; OCP; DLE; Police; Digital Financial Asset Transaction Kiosks; Cryptocurrency; Operators; Limits; Wallet Pinning; Prohibition; Fraud Prevention; Disclosures; Receipts; Refunds
RELATING TO DIGITAL FINANCIAL ASSET TRANSACTION KIOSKS.
Establishes limits on transactions through digital financial asset transaction kiosks. Prohibits (1) the exchanging of United States currency, in an amount greater than $100, from new customers for digital financial assets; (2) any two customers from transacting to the same digital financial asset wallet address; and (3) beginning 1/1/2030, the exchange of United States currency from customers for digital financial assets. Requires operators of digital financial asset transaction kiosks to use blockchain analytics and tracing software to prevent fraud; make certain disclosures; provide receipts to customers; provide full refunds under certain circumstances; and provide live customer service and a dedicated communications line for the Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection, Department of Law Enforcement, and county police departments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
HB2003 |
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SB2388
Collective Bargaining; Scope of Negotiations; Exclusions; Retirement Benefits
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Allows public employers and exclusive representatives of bargaining units to negotiate certain retirement benefits. |
(S)
2/4/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
LBT, WAM |
HB1655 |
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SB2389
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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2/2/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1791 |
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SB2390
Health Insurance; Mutual Benefit Societies; Health Maintenance Organizations; Medicaid; Biomarker Testing; Mandatory Coverage
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, and health plans under the State's Medicaid managed care program to provide coverage for biomarker testing. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
HB1971 |
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SB2391 SD2 HD1
Salaries; Teachers; Annual Increases
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Provides annual salary step increases for public schools and public charter school teachers who have completed one year's satisfactory service and comply with specified requirements, if negotiated into a collective bargaining agreement pursuant to section 89-9, HRS, and subject to funds appropriated by the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
HB1890 |
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SB2392 SD2 HD1
Traffic Code; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Highly Intoxicated Driver
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Specifies that operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver is a misdemeanor for a first offense, or any offense not preceded within a ten-year period. Specifies and imposes additional sentencing and probation requirements for a person convicted of a misdemeanor operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant offense. Upgrades the offense of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver to a class C felony under certain conditions. Specifies and imposes additional sentencing and probation requirements for a class C felony offense of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver. Prohibits a deferred acceptance of guilty plea for persons convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
HB1708 |
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SB2393
Workers' Compensation; Treatment Plan; Response; Penalty
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires an employer to file a response, either accepting or objecting to a treatment plan, within seven days of receipt. Imposes a monetary penalty if an employer does not file a response within the seven-day period. Clarifies that a treatment plan is deemed accepted if an employer fails to file certain documents within the seven-day period. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1509 |
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SB2394
General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund
RELATING TO TAXES.
Excludes the sale of a motor vehicle to a lessor of rental motor vehicles for use as a rental motor vehicle as a sale at wholesale. Imposes the maximum allowable excise tax on the use of tangible personal property in the State for the importation or purchase of a motor vehicle by a lessor of rental motor vehicles for use as a rental motor vehicle. Establishes a Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund to pay a temporary hazard pay bonus to certain eligible teachers. Beginning 7/1/2026 until 7/1/2030, deposits the additional tax revenue generated by this Act into the Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS/EDU, WAM/CPN. |
ELEFANTE, DECOITE, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO |
TRS/EDU, WAM/CPN |
HB1937 |
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SB2395
DOE; Student Transportation; School Bus Program; Fares; Free and Reduced Price Lunch Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a student bus fare rate system that includes free bus passes for students whose household qualifies the student for free lunch or reduced price lunch under the free and reduced price lunch program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/4/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, DeCoite, Ihara, Inouye, Kanuha, Wakai |
EDU, WAM |
HB1780 |
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SB2396 SD1 HD1
DCCA; OCP; Registry of Agents; Absentee Owners and Landlords; Condominium Associations
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to establish and maintain a Registry of Agents available for public access on the Office of Consumer Protection's website. Requires an absentee owner or landlord to register any agents managing a property on the owner's or landlord's behalf with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Prohibits an absentee owner or landlord from designating a tenant as an agent. Requires members of a condominium association who live outside the State or on another island of the State from where the unit is located to provide the association's board with the contact information of a designated on-island agent for the unit, which shall be included on the address list maintained by the association. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/28/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-29-26 2:30PM; CR 224. |
IHARA |
CPC |
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SB2397 SD1 HD1 CD1
Neighborhood Boards; Vacancies; Quorum Requirements
RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS.
Establishes that when a neighborhood board of the City and County of Honolulu has a vacancy, a majority of the filled seats shall constitute quorum for conducting official board business and discussions before and related to voting. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
FUKUNAGA |
JHA |
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SB2398 SD2 HD2 CD1
County Board of Water Supply; Water Service Availability; Publication; Service Area Map; Service-Restricted Areas
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL HOUSING UTILITIES.
No later than 1/1/2029, requires each county board of water supply to publish a map of its service area and a list of service-restricted areas on their website. Specifies a procedure for responding to certain water availability requests. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
HB1923 |
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SB2399 SD2 HD1
Taxation; General Excise Tax; Aircraft Service and Maintenance
RELATING TO A GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTION FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE.
Provides a general excise tax exemption for the sale of material, parts, or tools used for aircraft service and maintenance or for the construction of an aircraft service and maintenance facility. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
INOUYE |
TRN, FIN |
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SB2400 SD1 HD1 CD1
Transportation; Hawaii Water Carrier Act; Wing-in-ground Craft; Seagliders; Passengers; Exemption
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Exempts persons operating wing-in-ground craft engaged in the transportation of passengers from the application of the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Defines "wing‑in‑ground craft". (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
HB2378 |
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SB2401 SD1 HD2 CD2
OPSD; Regional Shoreline Mitigation Districts; Coastal Erosion; Shoreline Adaptation Pathways Planning; Permits
RELATING TO REGIONAL SHORELINE MITIGATION DISTRICTS.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to plan and serve in a coordinating role to develop shoreline adaptation pathways plans for regional shoreline mitigation districts designated by OPSD. Establishes procedures for the review of state and county permits associated with regional shoreline mitigation districts. (CD2) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, CHANG |
WAL, FIN |
HB1846 |
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SB2402
Coastal Zone Management; Erosion Mitigation; Shorelines; Permits
RELATING TO EMERGENCY EROSION MITIGATION.
Replaces the current statutory prohibition on private shoreline hardening with a policy directing the minimization of these structures. Establishes a clear, time-limited statutory framework for emergency permits within the conservation district, including defined standards for permit duration and extension. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, LAMOSAO |
WLA, WAM |
HB2205 |
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SB2403
Fuel Tax Credit; Renewable Fuel; Sustainable Aviation Fuel; Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit
RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.
Expands the provisions of the renewable fuels production tax credit. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG/AEN, WAM. |
INOUYE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Elefante, Gabbard, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
HB1695 |
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SB2404
DOA; Agricultural Statistics Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to revitalize and enhance the Agricultural Statistics Program to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
HB2155 |
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SB2405 SD1 HD2
DAB; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Wakai |
AGR, HSG, WAL, FIN |
HB1604 |
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SB2406
Consumer Protection; Coffee Labeling; Hawaii-Grown and ‑Processed Coffee; Geographic Origin; Regional Origin
RELATING TO COFFEE LABELING.
Clarifies the labeling and advertising requirements for coffee that is grown and processed in the State. Defines "regional origin". |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Hashimoto |
AEN, CPN |
HB2015 |
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SB2407 SD2 HD1
ADC; Agricultural Development; Hawaii Island; Property Manager; Position ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND.
Establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Hawaii Island Property Manager position within the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:45 PM; Conference Room 411. |
RICHARDS, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2408 SD1 HD1
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Health Care Facilities; Compassionate Access
RELATING TO COMPASSIONATE ACCESS TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Allows terminally ill patients and qualifying patients over sixty-five years of age with chronic diseases to use medical cannabis within specified health care facilities under certain conditions. Requires enforcement by the Department of Health. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/1/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, Kanuha, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
HLT, JHA |
HB1542 |
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SB2409
Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program; Healthcare Professionals; Minimum Service Requirements
RELATING TO THE HEALTHCARE EDUCATION LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM.
Requires a participant in the Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program to remain and work in the State for a certain number of years based on the amount of financial assistance received. |
(S)
2/10/2026- The committee(s) on HHS deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 02-13-26 1:00PM; CR 225 & Videoconference. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB1574 |
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SB2410 SD1
AG; Electronic Smoking Devices; E-Liquids; Marketing Granted Order; Directory; Penalties
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires electronic smoking device and e-liquid manufacturers to certify to the Department of Attorney General annually that the manufacturer received a Marketing Granted Order from the federal Food and Drug Administration and that the manufacturer is in compliance with federal regulations and state laws. Requires the Department to compile and make public a directory of all electronic smoking device and e-liquid manufacturers and products duly certified. Establishes penalties for manufacturers that fail to comply with the certification requirements and for other parties that sell products that are not in the directory. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1573 |
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SB2411
Campaign Finance; Third-Party Websites; Contributions; Lobbyists
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Clarifies that for campaign committee reports, the date a candidate receives a check from a third-party website or the date the deposit is made by the third party is the reporting date for contributions aggregating more than $100 in an election period. Clarifies that for contributions by lobbyists prohibited during a legislative session, the date of a violation is the date of the acceptance or the date where the agreement of acceptance of a contribution occurred and not the date of deposit. |
(S)
2/4/2026- Re-Referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
JDC |
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SB2412 SD1
UH; ASL Interpreter Training Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to establish a bachelor's degree program in American Sign Language interpretation at the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus with a multi-year plan to include a master's degree program for interpreter training. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
HB2489 |
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SB2413 SD1
DOH; DLE; Medical Cannabis; Dispensaries; Sales; Viable Seeds; Patients; Medical Records; Inspection; Repeal
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Authorizes dispensaries to sell viable cannabis seeds to qualifying patients or their primary caregivers; provided that not more than 10 seeds per month may be purchased by, or on behalf of, the qualifying patient. Repeals existing statutory language that authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to: (1) inspect a qualifying medical cannabis patient's medical records held by the health provider who issued a written certification for the qualifying patient; and (2) suspend or revoke a health provider's ability to issue written certification for medical cannabis if the provider refuses the foregoing inspection, or if the medical records do not comply with the medical use of cannabis law. Requires the Department of Health to adopt any necessary rules. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2414
DCAB; Study; Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind; Effective Communication in Health Care Guidance; Report
RELATING TO THE DISABILITY AND COMMUNICATION ACCESS BOARD.
Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to study the health care communication needs of patients who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deaf-blind. Requires a report to the Legislature 20 days prior to the 2027 Regular Session. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB2488 |
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SB2415
DOH; Pilot Project; Microplastics; Drinking Water; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MICROPLASTICS.
Requires the Department of Health to establish a pilot project to test the drinking water at 4 public elementary schools for microplastics and to post the results on its website by 12/31/2026. Dissolves the pilot project on an unspecified date. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/EDU/AEN, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, RHOADS |
HHS/EDU/AEN, WAM |
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SB2416
Deposit Beverage Container Program; Audit; Bag Drop Pilot Program; Department of Health
RELATING TO THE DEPOSIT BEVERAGE CONTAINER PROGRAM.
Repeals requirement for Auditor to audit the Deposit Beverage Container Program and requires that an independent auditor conduct the audits instead. Establishes the Bag Drop Pilot Program to allow redeemers of deposit beverage containers to drop bags of empty deposit beverage containers at participating redemption sites and be paid later. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
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SB2417
DHS; SNAP; Incarcerated Individuals; Felony Drug Offenders
RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
By 1/1/2028, requires the Department of Human Services, upon obtaining a federal waiver, to establish a pre-release Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) application process for inmates nearing release. Allows all individuals convicted of an offense involving the possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance to apply for SNAP benefits, regardless of treatment status. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, RHOADS |
PSM/HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB1518 |
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SB2418 SD1 HD2
Uniform Controlled Substances Act; Controlled Substances; Drug Paraphernalia; Repeal
RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Repeals the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Makes housekeeping amendments to repeal obsolete references to the repealed criminal offense of unlawful methamphetamine trafficking. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 779). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, JHA |
HB1549 |
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SB2419
Uniform Controlled Substances Act; Drug Paraphernalia; Drug Testing Products
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Excludes drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG |
HHS, JDC |
HB1550 |
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SB2420
Constitutional Amendment; Cannabis; Legalization; Adult Use (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO LEGALIZE THE ADULT USE OF CANNABIS.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize individuals aged twenty-one and older to use and possess a personal-use amount of cannabis. Requires the Legislature to enact laws governing the use, manufacture, distribution, sale, possession, regulation, and taxation of cannabis within the State. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB1624 |
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SB2421
DCCA; DOH; DOA; DoTax; Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office; Adult-Use Cannabis; Medical Cannabis; Hemp; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Establishes the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to regulate all aspects of the cannabis plant. Contingent upon specific changes at the federal level or a state constitutional amendment, legalizes the personal adult use of cannabis and decriminalizes certain marijuana-related offenses. Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes taxes on cannabis sales. Adds new traffic offenses relating to the consumption or possession of marijuana or marijuana concentrate. Transfers the personnel and assets of the Department of Health and assets of the Department of Agriculture relating to cannabis and hemp to the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office. Establishes various positions within state entities. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/18/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, HASHIMOTO |
CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB1625 |
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SB2422 SD1
HHFDC; DOT; Pro-Housing Score Program; Counties; Reports; Transit-Supportive Density; Transit-Oriented Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Pro-Housing Score Program to evaluate each county's performance in expanding housing opportunities and reducing regulatory barriers. Requires the counties to publish their respective pro-housing scores online and the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to publish certain related information and data on a public dashboard. Establishes criteria for deeming a county noncompliant. Establishes builder's remedies for certain housing projects in transit-oriented development areas. Specifies that if a county is deemed noncompliant, the planning director or an equivalent county officer responsible for land use approvals shall be responsible for approving or denying certain affordable housing development applications. Establishes procedures for certain transit-oriented development housing project appeals. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/EIG/WLA, WAM |
HB1922 |
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SB2423 SD1
Counties; Lot Requirements and Dwelling Specifications; Prohibition; Urban District; Counties; Petition Process; Exemptions
RELATING TO ZONING.
Prohibits the counties from imposing certain lot requirements on lots zoned for housing on parcels of land located within the urban district for purposes of subdivision, development, or the issuance of a building permit, with certain exemptions. Allows the counties to establish a petition process for neighborhoods, subdivisions, or other geographically contiguous areas to establish or retain certain requirements or specifications. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Report adopted, as amended (SD 1) and recommitted to JDC. |
CHANG |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
HB1734 |
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SB2424 SD1 HD1
HHFDC; Qualified Residents; Affordable Housing; Housing Development; Exemptions; Owner-Occupancy; Deed Restrictions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Removes the prohibition against qualified residents for Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation-approved projects holding a majority interest in land and removes the requirement that qualified residents demonstrate financial viability or ability to pay rent. Amends exemptions from statutes, ordinances, charter provisions, and rules for certain housing projects developed by the Corporation that satisfy certain conditions, including requirements related to employment, owner-occupancy, and deed restrictions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Alcos, Muraoka voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG |
HSG, WAL, FIN |
HB1740 |
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SB2425 SD2 HD1
Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers; Substance Use Disorder Services; Assignment of Benefits; Anti-Assignment Clause; Enforcement; Rules; Civil Action
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to honor a patient's written assignment of benefits to a substance use disorder treatment provider. Prohibits health insurance policies, plans, contracts, and agreements from including anti-assignment clauses that restrict or invalidate a patient's right to assign benefits. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to adopt rules and take enforcement action to ensure compliance. Deems violations to be unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the business of insurance. Requires insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to furnish an explanation of benefits to the assigned provider upon request. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB1698, HB2209 |
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SB2426 SD1
DLNR; Non-Chemical Sunscreen Dispensers; State Beaches; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
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. Appropriates funds for the installation, maintenance, management, and operation of non-chemical sunscreen dispensers on all state beaches. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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SB2427
Department of Human services; Food Security; Hawaii Farm to Families Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FOOD SECURITY.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the Hawaii Farm to Families Program under the Department of Human Services to alleviate food shortages in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature before the Regular Sessions of 2027 and 2028. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1699, HB2208 |
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SB2428
Health Insurance; Brief Cognitive Assessments; Mandatory Coverage; Health Insurers; Mutual Benefit Societies; Health Maintenance Organizations; Medicaid
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, and health plans under the State's Medicaid managed care program to provide coverage for brief cognitive assessments for individuals fifty years of age and older. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN, WAM |
HB1702 |
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SB2429 SD1 HD2
Judiciary; DOT; Speeding Offenses; Habitual Speeder; Intelligent Speed Assistance; Excessive Speeding; Report
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Establishes a framework for the use of intelligent speed assistance technology for habitual speeders. Clarifies liability for a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer regarding the design, manufacture, installation, repair, or update of an active intelligent speed assistance system. Allows probation for persons who are charged with excessive speeding. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KANUHA, CHANG, INOUYE, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
HB2154 |
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SB2430
DOE; Dyslexia-Sensitive Universal Screening; Professional Development; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning no later than the 2028-2029 school year, requires the Department of Education to administer a dyslexia-sensitive universal screening to all students in kindergarten through grade three. Beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, requires certain employees of public schools to have an opportunity to participate in training on literacy instruction. Requires a report to the Legislature and Board of Education before the 2031-2032 school year. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, RHOADS |
EDU, WAM |
HB1784 |
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SB2431 SD1
Department of Taxation; Health Insurance; Health Savings Account-Eligible High Deductible Health Plan; Bronze Plan; Catastrophic Plan; Tax Credit; Medically Underserved Areas
RELATING TO HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTS.
For taxable years beginning 1/1/2026, establishes a tiered nonrefundable tax credit for qualified taxpayer insurers that offer one or more federally qualified health savings account-eligible high deductible health plans in the State, under certain conditions, and increasing the tax credit to incentivize more plans being written for residents in rural medically underserved areas of the State. Requires qualified taxpayer insurers to match up to a certain amount of a policyholder's first-time contribution into a health savings account. Sunsets 12/31/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1547 |
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SB2432
DCCA; Common Interest Communities; Associations; Managers; Licenses; Qualifications; Standards of Conduct; Discipline; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Requires licensure for individuals managing common interest community associations for compensation. Clarifies that common interest community association manager licensure is distinct from real estate licensure. Establishes the qualifications, continuing education, and standards of conduct required for common interest community association manager licensure. Authorizes the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to administer licensure of common interest community association managers. Clarifies exemptions for licensure requirements. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN, WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2433 SD1 HD2
Real Estate Commission; Condominiums; Unit Owners; Governance; Education; Condominium Education Trust Fund
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Expands the uses of the Condominium Education Trust Fund to include educational resources for condominium unit owners in condominium governance. Requires the Real Estate Commission to ensure the interests of condominium unit owners are represented in certain activities funded by the Condominium Education Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-30-26 3:15PM in conference room 224. |
FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, Inouye, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
CPC, FIN |
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SB2434 SD1
PUC; Zero-emission Transportation Goals; Electric Vehicle Infrastructure; Special Management Areas; Exclusion
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Excludes from the definition of "development", as it applies to special management areas, the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of an electric vehicle charging system as a minor structure. Includes the Public Utilities Commission in the development and implementation of plans to meet the long-term goals for zero-emissions transportation in the State. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
WAKAI, KIDANI, LEE, C., SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Hashimoto |
EIG/WLA, CPN |
HB1619 |
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SB2435 SD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; State Buildings; Retrofitting; Survey; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes a State goal to retrofit state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready. Beginning 7/1/2027, requires the design of all new state building construction that includes parking to ensure that at least ten per cent of parking stalls are electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in consultation with the Department of Accounting and General Services, Department of Transportation, and all other state agencies that own or manage state facilities that include parking, to conduct a survey and identify certain high-priority state facilities. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to assess the costs of, and install, retrofits and electric vehicle charging system at high priority state facilities. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, C., RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Moriwaki |
GVO/EIG, WAM |
HB1980 |
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SB2436 SD2 HD1
Charitable Solicitation; Professional Solicitors; Non-Perishable Tangible Property; Donations; Disclosures; Payment; Financial Reports
RELATING TO CHARITABLE SOLICITATION.
Establishes prompt payment and financial reporting requirements for professional solicitors that sell donated or collected non-perishable tangible property on behalf of charitable organizations. Prohibits professional solicitors that sell donated or collected non-perishable tangible property from failing to prominently disclose certain information on any collection bin, container, or receptacle used to receive donated or collected property; comply with prompt payment and financial reporting requirements; and include certain terms in contracts with charitable organizations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- 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) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, C. |
ECD, CPC |
HB1810 |
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SB2437
CIP; 15th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 15th senatorial district. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
WAKAI |
WAM |
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SB2438 SD1 HD1
AG; Counties; Hawaii Civil Rights Protection Act; Constitutional and Statutory Rights; Civil Remedies; Relief
RELATING TO CIVIL INTERFERENCE WITH CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Establishes a civil cause of action for interference with constitutional and statutory rights through threats, intimidation, or coercion. Authorizes private rights of action. Authorizes actions to be brought by the Attorney General, County Corporation Counsel, or County Attorney. Authorizes injunctive relief, declaratory relief, and certain monetary relief. Includes protections for constitutionally protected speech. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 783). |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2439
DAB; Pesticides; Restricted Use; Geospatial Data; Reports; Online Reporting Tool; Appropriation ($)
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 and Biosecurity to develop an online reporting tool for restricted use pesticides. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, WAM/CPN. |
RHOADS |
AEN, WAM/CPN |
HB1766 |
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SB2440
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission; Centralized Resource Website; Affordability; Climate Change; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CENTRALIZED ACCESS TO RESOURCES.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to develop, implement, and maintain a centralized resource website to connect residents to support and resources to address affordability, health, safety, and the impacts of climate change. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
RHOADS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB1774 |
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SB2441
Capital Gains Tax; Rate; Repeal
RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS.
Taxes capital gains income at the same rate as ordinary income. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, MORIWAKI |
WAM |
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SB2442 SD1 HD1
Judiciary; Community-Based Organizations; Contract for Services; Access to Justice; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PURCHASE OF SERVICE CONTRACTS BY THE JUDICIARY.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires contracts for services awarded to community-based organizations by the Judiciary in support of fulfilling the Judiciary's statutory mandate to individuals, families, and communities in the State to include certain protections against inflation. Appropriates funds to the Judiciary to increase the contract price in existing contracts for certain services provided by community-based organizations in support of fulfilling the Judiciary's statutory mandate to individuals, families, and communities in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
JHA, FIN |
HB2369 |
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SB2443
Historic Preservation; Historic Property; Exclusions
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Amends the definition of "historic property" to require that the property meets the criteria for inclusion in the Hawaii Register of Historic Places or has important value to Native Hawaiians or other ethnic groups of the State due to associations with cultural practices once carried out, or still carried out, at the property or associations with traditional beliefs, events, or oral accounts that are important to history, traditional practices, and cultural identity. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
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SB2444 SD1
Real Property; Exemption; Attachment; Execution
RELATING TO ATTACHMENT AND EXECUTION OF REAL PROPERTY.
Increases the real property exemption amount for attachment or execution. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA |
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SB2445
Pedestrian; Violations; Fines; Limitation
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Establishes that fines for pedestrian violations under chapter 291C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, shall not exceed $25. Requires state and county agencies to revise applicable schedules of fines, rules, and procedures to comply with the monetary limit. |
(S)
2/5/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG, GABBARD, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRS, JDC |
HB1524 |
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SB2446 SD2 HD1
Intermediate Court of Appeals; Membership
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Increases the number of associate judges on the Intermediate Court of Appeals from six to seven. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 325. |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2447 SD1 HD1
CSC; Campaign Finance; Criminal Prosecution; Period of Limitations
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Provides that the period of limitations for criminal prosecutions under campaign finance laws commences upon discovery of the offense by the Campaign Spending Commission, rather than being limited to five years from the violation date or report filing date. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE |
JHA |
HB1520, HB2131 |
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SB2448 SD2
Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images; Civil Remedies
RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INTIMATE IMAGES.
Enacts the Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act (Modified). Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
(H)
3/19/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA |
HB1682 |
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SB2449
Public Meetings; Business Days; Board Packets; Public Inspection; Regular Business Hours
RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS.
Defines "business day" as used in Part I of Chapter 92, HRS, governing public meetings. Clarifies that board packets, if created, shall be made available for public inspection in the board's office during regular business hours, no later than three full business days before the public meeting. Defines "regular business hours". |
(S)
2/5/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
GVO, JDC |
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SB2450
Presidential Preference Primary Election; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes presidential preference primary elections for the 2028 election cycle. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/6/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2451 SD1
Department of Budget and Finance; Department of Taxation; Home Mortgage Interest Deduction; Income Tax; Reports
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Eliminates the home mortgage interest deduction for second homes not used as a primary residence under Hawaii income tax law. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
HOU, WAM |
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SB2452
DCCA; DOH; Insurance Commissioner; Climate-Friendly Insurers Act of 2026; Fossil Fuels; Insurance; Climate-Friendly Insurers Special Fund; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE-FRIENDLY INSURERS.
Establishes requirements for certain insurers to address climate-related financial risk by limiting underwriting and investment in fossil fuel projects and by requiring reporting, certification, and regulatory oversight. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, in consultation with the Department of Health, to define certain terms by rule or guidance. Establishes the Climate-Friendly Insurers Special Fund. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
CPN/AEN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2453 SD1
Office of Elections; Voter Guide; Notice; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VOTING.
Requires the Office of Elections to include a notice to voters that a digital and print voter information guide is available. Requires the notice to be in thirty-two-point font and enclosed as a separate insert with each ballot. Requires the Office of Elections to maintain a notice on its website providing certain information about the voter information guide. Requires the Office of Elections to make the digital voter information guide available to the public no later than twenty-one days before the primary election and no later than fifty days before the general election. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2454 SD2
Campaign Contributions; Lobbyist Contributions
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Requires a candidate or any individual authorized to receive contributions on behalf of a candidate or noncandidate committee to deposit the monetary contribution or other campaign funds into a depository institution within seven days of its receipt. Requires any elected official, candidate, candidate committee, or other individual required to file an organizational report who receives a contribution from a lobbyist to deposit the contribution within seven days of its receipt. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Recommitted to JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
JDC |
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SB2455
DHRD; Transportation; Commuting; State Employees; Plan; Commuting Choice Benefit Program; Report
RELATING TO COMMUTING.
Requires the Director of Human Resources Development, in consultation with the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption Commission, State Energy Office, and Department of Accounting and General Services to develop a comprehensive Commuting Choice Benefit Program regardless of mode of transportation for all state employees in the executive branch and to recommend a similar program for state employees of the other branches. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
2/4/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/LBT, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
TRS/LBT, WAM |
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SB2456
Taxation; Alcohol; Liquor Tax
RELATING TO THE TAXATION OF LIQUOR.
Increases the liquor tax and adjusts it for future inflation. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN/HHS, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HHS, WAM |
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SB2457
Property Forfeiture; Crime; Conviction Requirement
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Amends forfeiture laws to require the owner of property seized in relation to a crime to be convicted of the covered offense before the property may be forfeited. |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2458
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Fee Program; Fee; Registration; Distributors; Retailers; Advisory Committee; Department of Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES.
Establishes the sugar-sweetened beverage fee program. Beginning 7/1/2027, imposes a 2 cent per fluid ounce fee on all sugar-sweetened beverages sold in the State and requires all distributors of sugar-sweetened beverages to register with the Department of Health. On or after 6/30/27, prohibits retailers from selling or displaying for sale any sugar-sweetened beverage acquired from a distributor that is not registered with the Department of Health. Requires management and performance audits. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Establishes the Healthy Ohana Advisory Committee. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
HB2146 |
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SB2459
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Pesticides; Buffer Zones; Restricted Use Pesticides; Consistent Unit of Measurement
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to use consistent units of measurement in its summary to the public on the amounts of restricted use pesticides applied. Establishes a one-half mile buffer zone for pesticides around schools during normal school hours. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, CPN. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, McKelvey |
AEN, CPN |
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SB2460
DLIR; HLRB; Hawaii Employment Relations Act; Collective Bargaining; Private Sector Workers' Rights; Labor; Unionization; Protections
RELATING TO PRIVATE SECTOR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS.
Expands under certain circumstances the types of employees protected by the Hawaii Employment Relations Act to include independent contractors and all individuals subject to the jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Act of 1935. |
(S)
2/4/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2461 SD1
Office of Elections; Digital Voter Information Guide; Candidates; Questionnaire
RELATING TO VOTER INFORMATION.
Requires the Office of Elections to prepare a questionnaire to which candidates may respond. Requires the Office of Elections to publish any responses provided by a candidate on its website and in the digital voter information guide no later than eighteen days before a primary election. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2462
State Income Tax Liability; Income Check-Off; Hawaii Election Campaign Fund
RELATING TO STATE INCOME TAX LIABILITY.
Increases designated income check-off amounts for the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund to $6 for taxpayers filing individual returns with $6 or more of state income tax liability and for spouses filing joint returns with $12 or more of state income tax liability. |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2463 SD1 HD1
Drug and Alcohol Toxicology Testing; Blood Alcohol Content; Lower Threshold
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol content threshold for driving while under the influence of an intoxicant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2464
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 repeal the counties' exclusive power to tax real property, and to authorize the Legislature to establish a state surcharge on real property taxes levied by the counties on certain residential investment properties, for the purpose of helping to fund public education for all of Hawaii's children and adults. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG/EDU, WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EIG/EDU, WAM/JDC |
HB2147 |
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SB2465
Constitutional Amendment; Affordable Health Care; Fundamental Right (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT.
Proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to establish access to affordable health care as a fundamental right, subject to limitations balancing other essential public services. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS, KANUHA |
HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB1788 |
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SB2466 HD2 CD1
Elections Commission; Chief Election Officer; Termination
RELATING TO THE CHIEF ELECTIONS OFFICER.
Specifies that the Chief Election Officer may only be terminated for cause. (CD1) |
(S)
4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
LAB, JHA |
HB1551 |
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SB2467
Elderly Military Veterans; Motor Vehicle Registration Fees; Exemption
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.
Exempts qualifying military veterans sixty-five years of age or older from payment of state annual motor vehicle registration fees for one noncommercial vehicle. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to PSM/EIG/TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
PSM/EIG/TRS, WAM |
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SB2468
Income Tax Surcharge; State Medicaid Program; Legislative Approval
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a surcharge on taxable income exceeding $1,000,000 to provide funding, if approved by the Legislature, for the State Medicaid Program. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB2010 |
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SB2469
Taxation; Unrealized Gains Surcharge; Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax; Exclusion Amount
RELATING TO THE ESTATE AND GENERATION-SKIPPING TRANSFER TAX.
Establishes an unrealized gains surcharge on certain property transfers subject to the estate and generation-skipping transfer tax. Except for certain types of properties within estates, lowers the applicable exclusion amount allowed. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
WAM |
HB2148 |
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SB2470 SD2 HD1
DOT; Pedestrian Safety; Leading Pedestrian Interval; Accessible Pedestrian Signal; Evaluation; Request Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate an intersection for the installation of a leading pedestrian interval and accessible pedestrian signal upon the first placement or replacement of a state-owned pedestrian signal head. Requires and authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate a certain number of existing intersections with pedestrian signal heads on an annual basis until each intersection with a pedestrian signal head showing a pedestrian crash within the last 5 years has been evaluated. Ensures that accessible pedestrian signals are installed at intersections where leading pedestrian intervals are already installed. Requires that additional safety improvements are implemented as necessary where leading pedestrian intervals and accessible pedestrian signals are installed. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties, to develop a program that allows pedestrians and community members to request the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at specific intersections. Appropriates funds from the state highway fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRN, FIN |
HB1884 |
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SB2471 SD2 HD2 CD2
AG; DCCA; Business Entities; State-Chartered Credit Unions; Corporations; Nonprofit Corporations; Professional Corporations; Agricultural Cooperative Associations; Consumer Cooperative Associations; Limited-Equity Housing Cooperatives; Limited Liability Partnerships; Limited Partnerships; Limited Liability Companies; Election Activities; Ballot-Issue Activities; Limitations; Penalties
RELATING TO THE POWERS OF ARTIFICIAL PERSONS.
Reaffirms that artificial persons created under state law possess only those powers that are necessary or convenient to carry out lawful purposes, and that those powers do not include the power to spend money or contribute anything of value to influence elections or ballot measures. Authorizes the Attorney General and the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to impose certain penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD2) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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SB2472
Health; Medical Examinations; Vaccinations; Religious Exemptions
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Expands statutory provisions that provide for religious exemptions from medical examinations, immunizations, vaccinations, and revaccinations to protect parents and other persons with bona fide religious tenets and practices. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/EDU, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/EDU, JDC |
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SB2473
Education; Climate Change; Climate Literacy Certificate Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a climate literacy certificate program to provide students with an advanced understanding of climate change through academic coursework and hands-on learning. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDU, WAM |
HB1925 |
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SB2474
Recycling; Deposit Beverage Containers; Recycling Refund Producer Responsibility Organization Program; Deposit Beverage Container Program
RELATING TO DEPOSIT BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING.
Repeals the Deposit Beverage Container Program and replaces it with the Recycling Refund Producer Responsibility Organization Program. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB1928 |
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SB2475 SD1
Red Hill Remediation Special Fund; Remediation; Monitoring and Testing; Groundwater Modeling and Sampling; Water Data Testing and Verification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RED HILL.
Appropriates funds for studies on remediation of substances released from the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility; environmental monitoring and testing; research on groundwater modeling and sampling; and independent testing and verification of water data, to be published on a public dashboard. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to seek reimbursement from the United States Department of Defense. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE, Moriwaki, Wakai |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB1926 |
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SB2476
Mattress Stewardship Program; New Special Fund; Mattresses; Box Springs; Mattress Foundations; DOH; Collection; Recycling
RELATING TO RECYCLING.
Establishes the mattress stewardship program. Establishes the mattress stewardship special fund. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM/CPN. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HHS/AEN, WAM/CPN |
HB1924 |
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SB2477 SD1
DLNR; SFCA; Historical Markers; Hawaii Kai Towne Center; Maunalua Island
RELATING TO CULTURAL RECOGNITION.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to place historical markers acknowledging the landform on which the Hawaii Kai Towne Center is sited as Maunalua Island and to consult with the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts on the design standard of the historical markers. Requires the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to pay for any costs related to the placing of the historical markers. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/6/2026- Recommitted to WAM. |
GABBARD |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2478 SD1
Constitutional Amendment; Green Amendment; Environmental Protection (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE I OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND PROTECT THE INHERENT AND INALIENABLE RIGHT OF ALL PEOPLE TO CLEAN WATER AND AIR, A HEALTHFUL ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE AND 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 and healthy native ecosystems and beaches, shall be protected and shall not be infringed. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB1932 |
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SB2479 SD2
Family Violence; Dating Violence; Child Abuse; Criminal Procedure; Sentencing; Reduced Sentence; Evidence
RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE.
Allows a defendant to introduce certain evidence to receive a reduced sentence for certain offenses if the defendant can show that they were subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse, and that the acts were a significant contributing factor for the offense for which the defendant is being sentenced. Allows a defendant to introduce certain relevant evidence when raising the justification defenses of self-defense or defense of others to show that the defendant was subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse by the alleged victim. Allows the circuit court imposing a criminal sentence to correct or reduce the sentence and to suspend or probate all or any part of the sentence imposed. Allows a person previously sentenced by a circuit court to petition the court to be re-sentenced to a reduced sentence if the defendant can show that they were subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse, and that the acts were a significant contributing factor for the offense for which the defendant was sentenced. (SD2) |
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3/24/2026- The committee(s) on HSH recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
HSH, JHA |
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SB2480 SD1
Primary Elections; Top Two Candidates
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Allows voters in a primary or special primary election to vote for any candidate for any office without regard to the voter or candidate's political party preference. Advances the top two candidates in a primary or special primary election, regardless of political party, to the general election. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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3/10/2026- Recommitted to JDC. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
JDC |
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SB2481
DHS; Child Welfare Services; Interviews; Recordings; Penalty; GRACIE Act
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Human Services to record any child welfare interview conducted by the Department when administering certain child welfare services. Requires the Department to store the recordings for a minimum of five years and under certain conditions. Prohibits the sharing of the recordings unless certain conditions are met. Establishes criminal penalties for violating prohibitions against sharing of the recordings. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2579 |
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SB2482
Emergencies; Disasters; Public Establishments; Shelter; Civil Liability Exemption
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Prohibits public establishments from denying shelter to any person when an emergency alert advises the public to immediately seek shelter during the establishments' normal business hours, under certain conditions. Clarifies that remuneration or expectation of remuneration paid to owners of private property for goods or services other than emergency access to land, shelter, or subsistence, including services or incidental commodities to the emergency access, does not void the exemption from civil liability afforded to these owners except where owners increase the sale price of the service or incidental commodities. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/CPN, JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
PSM/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2483
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission; Duties; Executive Committee; Member Agencies; Reports; Sea Level Rise Vulnerability and Adaptation Reports; Zero Emissions Clean Economy Target
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Establishes an executive committee and amends the membership and duties of the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (Commission). Requires each member agency of the Commission to implement its own actions to address certain strategies and goals established by the Commission. Establishes reporting and review requirements for member agencies relating to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts and clean economy targets. Updates reporting requirements for the Sea Level Rise Vulnerability and Adaptation reports. Allows the Commission to enter into certain procurement contracts. Updates the zero emissions clean economy target. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB1623 |
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SB2484
University of Hawaii; Hawaii Climate Institute; International Pacific Research Center; Transient Accommodations Tax; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII CLIMATE INSTITUTE.
Establishes the Hawaii Climate Institute at the University of Hawaii to support climate resilience and adaptation initiatives of the University and the State. Requires six per cent of the revenue generated by any increase to the Transient Accommodations Tax rates beginning on January 1, 2026, and by assessment of the Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds derived from cruise fares to be allocated to the University of Hawaii annually to support the programs and operations of the Hawaii Climate Institute. Transfers the International Pacific Research Center of the University of Hawaii at Manoa's School of Ocean and Earth Sciences and Technology to the Hawaii Climate Institute. Appropriates funds. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, RHOADS |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
HB1598 |
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SB2485 SD1
Governor; Department of Health; Honolulu Board of Water Supply; Solid Waste Management; Working Group; Counties; Report
RELATING TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT.
Establishes a temporary Solid Waste Management Working Group in the Office of the Governor to examine materials management policies and programs that reduce solid waste and protect the environment, and to present a list of alternative technologies to address solid waste management. Requires a report to the Legislature. Repeals 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
EEP, FIN |
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SB2486
HSEO; Climate Protection Plan; Consultant Services; Climate Protection Advisory Committee; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to contract with a third-party consultant to develop a Climate Protection Plan for delivery to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2029. Establishes a Climate Protection Advisory Committee to assist the third-party consultant. Appropriates funds. |
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2/12/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, RHOADS, Kanuha |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
HB1651 |
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SB2487 SD1 HD1 CD1
PUC; Ratemaking; Performance-Based Incentives; Hawaii Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish performance-based incentives, including revenue adjustment mechanisms, cost control mechanisms, and reward and penalty mechanisms on or before 1/1/2027. Clarifies that the Public Utilities Commission is authorized to adopt alternative ratemaking procedures to establish electric utility rates and performance-based incentives. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2244 |
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SB2488 SD1
DLNR; DAB; HISC; Executive Director; Appropriation; Report ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Establishes the position of the Hawaii Invasive Species Council Executive Director. Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, rather than the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, for the HISC for fiscal year 2026-2027. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB2489 SD1 HD1
DAB; Invasive Species; Lease Provisions
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Requires each lease that the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity enters into, renews, or extends to include provisions stating that the Department may: (1) enter the leased premises; (2) order or otherwise require the lessee to maintain control of any invasive species on the leased premises; and (3) terminate the lease for refusal or violation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
AGR, JHA |
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SB2490
PFAS; Surfboard Wax; Prohibited; Penalties
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Prohibits the manufacture or sale of surfboard wax that contains perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to AEN/HHS, CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
AEN/HHS, CPN |
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SB2491 SD1
Health Care; Qualified Health Care Providers; Health Care Providers; Scope of Practice; Access to Health Care; Licensure; Certification; Education; Insurance; Professions and Vocations; Pain Patient's Bill of Rights; Uniform Probate Code; Children; Medical Care for Minors; Capacity Determinations; Child Protective Act; Penal Code
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Establishes a broad definition of "qualified health care provider" in numerous areas of existing law. Clarifies and standardizes references to specific health care providers. Updates outdated language to reflect correct terminology. Makes numerous clarifying and conforming amendments to support these changes, including but not limited to chapters related to health, education, insurance, professions and vocations, the pain patient's bill of rights, the Uniform Probate Code, minors, the Child Protective Act, and the Penal Code. Repeals the obsolete Hawaii Health Corps. Effective 1/30/2050. Implementation effective 7/1/2028. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Lamosao, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1857 |
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SB2492
BLNR; OHA; Disposition of Public Lands; Legislative Approval; Requirement
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Requires any disposition of more than one thousand acres of public lands to governments by the Board of Land and Natural Resources to be subject to approval by a majority vote of both houses of the Legislature. Requires the government seeking the disposition of the public land to submit for introduction to the Legislature a resolution containing certain information. Requires a copy of the draft resolution to be sent to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/HWN, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA/HWN, JDC/WAM |
HB2406 |
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SB2493
DCCA; HTDC; Division of Financial Institutions; Study; Digital Assets; Stablecoin; Regulatory Framework; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DIGITAL ASSETS.
Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' Division of Financial Institutions and Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to conduct a two-year study to gather data on how to establish a state-level regulatory framework for stablecoin digital assets. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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2/6/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
CPN/LBT, WAM |
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SB2494 HD1 CD1
Bribery; Statute of Limitations
RELATING TO CORRUPTION.
Establishes a statute of limitations of nine years for a bribery offense. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Wakai |
JHA |
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SB2495 SD1
DCCA; OCP; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Violations; Reports
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to submit an annual report to the Legislature regarding actions taken in response to potential violations of the Residential-Landlord Tenant Code. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Moriwaki |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2496
Family-child Interaction Learning Programs; Executive Office on Early Learning; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Appropriates funds to the Executive Office on Early Learning to administer funding for family-child interaction learning programs. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDU, WAM |
HB2019 |
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SB2497 SD2 HD1
PUC; Electric Utilities; Bill Impact Analyses; Customer Transparency; Ratepayers; Reports
RELATING TO ELECTRIC ENERGY.
Requires electric utilities, excluding electric cooperatives, to maintain an online bill impact analysis tool for electric generation projects that provides full disclosure to ratepayers of the top-level assumptions used to calculate the per-project impact on customer bills. Requires electric utilities to submit an annual report to the Public Utilities Commission. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, C., San Buenaventura |
EEP, CPC |
HB2243 |
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SB2498
Vehicle Transfer; Notification; Centralized Notification System
RELATING TO VEHICLE TRANSFERS.
Requires each county Director of Finance to notify all applicable state and local agencies upon receipt of official notification of a vehicle transfer from a transferor. Requires each county Director of Finance to establish a centralized notification system to applicable agencies for every vehicle transfer by 7/1/2027. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to TRS/EIG, JDC. |
WAKAI, CHANG, Elefante, Lamosao, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
TRS/EIG, JDC |
HB1680 |
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SB2499
Office of Elections Package; Vacancies; Candidates; State Senators
RELATING TO VACANCIES.
Amends the processes for addressing party candidate and state senator vacancies. |
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3/17/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2099 |
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SB2500
State Budget
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Adjusts and requests appropriations for fiscal biennium 2025-2027 funding requirements for operations and capital improvement projects of Executive Branch agencies and programs. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
HB1800 |
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SB2501
State Fire Council Package; Public Safety; Fire Protection; Automatic Fire Sprinklers; Counties
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Repeals on 6/30/2026 the provision prohibiting counties from requiring the installation or retrofitting of automatic fire sprinklers or automatic fire sprinkler systems in certain new or existing detached residential one- and two-family dwelling units and non-residential agricultural and aquacultural buildings and structures. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/EIG, CPN/JDC |
HB2111 |
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SB2502
State Fire Council Package; Consumer Fireworks
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Prohibits the use of consumer fireworks except, by permit, for cultural use. Repeals portions of section 132D-3(1), HRS, that generally allow the use of consumer fireworks without a permit on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, and the Fourth of July. Specifies that no fireworks shall be sold to a permittee holding a permit issued for purposes of cultural use more than 5 calendar days before the applicable cultural use. Makes technical amendments to definitions of "consumer fireworks" and "cultural" within fireworks law. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/WLA, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM/WLA, WAM/JDC |
HB2112 |
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SB2503 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Firearms; Buyback; Department of Law Enforcement; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Appropriates moneys to support the State's gun buyback program, including at least two gun buyback events in each county. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB2061 |
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SB2504
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Gun Violence Protective Orders; Public Awareness Campaigns; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary for the enforcement of gun violence protective orders. Appropriates funds to the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct public awareness campaigns on gun violence protective orders. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to PSM, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB2062 |
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SB2505 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DOH; Paramedics; Buprenorphine; Opioid Overdose; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OPIOID USE DISORDER TREATMENT.
Authorizes licensed paramedics in a county with a population of 100,000 or less to administer buprenorphine after administration of an opioid antagonist in cases of opioid overdoses, under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Health to implement a two-year phased pilot program beginning in one county with a population of 100,000 or less and authorizes expansion of the program statewide as additional treatment resources become available. Requires a report to the Legislature evaluating program outcomes. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2063 |
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SB2506
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Income Tax Credit; Cesspools Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection; DOH; DoTAX
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Provides a temporary income tax credit for the cost of upgrading or converting a cesspool to a septic system or an aerobic treatment unit system or connecting to a sewer system. Permits the Department of Health, as a pilot program, to certify no more than two residential large capacity cesspools. Applies to taxable years after 12/31/2027. Sunsets 12/31/2032. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2064 |
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SB2507
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund; Water Pollution; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER POLLUTION.
Appropriates general funds into and out of the water pollution control revolving fund to provide additional low-interest loans for eligible projects. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2065 |
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SB2508
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Enacts, and authorizes the Governor to enter into, the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
HB2066 |
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SB2509
Package; Hawaii State Association of Counties; Tobacco Products
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals 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 null and 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. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC |
HB2067 |
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SB2510
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; HHFDC; Housing; County Powers; Mixed-Use Developments; Bond Proceeds
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Repeals the sunset provision in Act 45, SLH 2024, related to the counties' authorization to develop, construct, finance, refinance, or otherwise provide mixed-use developments. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HOU/EIG, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
HB2068 |
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SB2511
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; HHFDC; Housing; County Approval
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Repeals language prohibiting county legislative bodies from imposing stricter conditions or other requirements on certain housing projects of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HOU/EIG, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EIG, JDC |
HB2069 |
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SB2512
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; HHFDC; Housing; State Employees; County Employees; Eligibility Criteria
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Adds new preferences for state and county employees to the eligibility criteria for housing development programs administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Clarifies the Corporation's authority to adopt rules and determine the order of applicant preferences. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HOU/LBT, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/LBT, WAM |
HB2070 |
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SB2513
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Domestic Abuse; Paternity Proceedings; Divorce; Exemption from Mediation
RELATING TO FAMILY.
Exempts, under certain circumstances, parties alleging domestic abuse from participating in mediation during paternity or divorce proceedings. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2071 |
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SB2514
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DHS; Affordable Housing; Conveyance Tax; Rates; Exemption; Homeless Services Special Fund; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Land Conservation Fund; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Establishes the Homeless Services Special Fund. Allows counties to apply for matching funds from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund for certain housing projects. Increases the conveyance tax rates for certain properties. Establishes conveyance tax rates for multifamily residential properties. Establishes new exemptions to the conveyance tax. Allocates collected conveyance taxes to the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund, Homeless Services Special Fund, and Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Amends allocations to the Land Conservation Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/HOU/WLA/EIG, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/HOU/WLA/EIG, WAM |
HB2072 |
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SB2515
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; County Surcharge on State Tax; GET; Extension
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Authorizes each county that has established a surcharge on state tax before 7/1/2015 to extend the surcharge until 12/31/2045 at the same rates if the county does so before 1/1/2028. Provides that no county surcharge on state tax authorized for a county that has not established a surcharge on state tax before 7/1/2015, shall be levied before 1/1/2019 or after 12/31/2045. Repeals certain conditions on the use of surcharges received from the State for counties having a population equal to or less than 500,000 that adopt a county surcharge on state tax. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EIG/TRS, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EIG/TRS, WAM |
HB2073 |
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SB2516 SD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Public Safety; Hindering Prosecution; Accomplice Liability; Sanctions; Penalties
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Establishes a gradient penalty structure for the offense of hindering prosecution in the first degree, based on the level of offense hindered. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2074 |
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SB2517 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Protective Orders; Restraining Orders; Firearms; Prohibition
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Amends the penalty for the unlawful possession, control, or transfer of a firearm or ammunition in violation of a valid judicial protective order or restraining order by reclassifying the offense from a misdemeanor to a class C felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday, 04-29-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2075 |
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SB2518 SD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Law Enforcement Officers; Assault; Penalties
RELATING TO ASSAULT AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.
Includes recklessly causing serious or substantial bodily injury to a law enforcement officer engaged in the performance of duty as the offense of assault against a law enforcement officer in the first degree. Increases penalties for the offense of assault against a law enforcement officer in the first degree. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2076 |
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SB2519 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Standards Board; Certification; Extension
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes new deadlines for the completion of Law Enforcement Standards Board certification responsibilities. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2077 |
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SB2520 SD2
AG; Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Habitual Violent Offenders; Criminal Justice Research Institute; Reports
RELATING TO HABITUAL VIOLENT CRIME.
Amends Act 213, SLH 2024, by repealing its sunset date and requiring the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit a one-time report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2031. Requires the Department of the Attorney General, in consultation with the Criminal Justice Research Institute, to submit ongoing annual reports to the Legislature. (SD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2078 |
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SB2521 SD1 HD2
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; DOH; Commercial Driver's License Exemption; Emergency Medical Services Personnel; Authorized Emergency Vehicle
RELATING TO EMERGENCY SERVICES.
Exempts emergency medical services personnel from commercial driver's license requirements. Requires federal, state, and county firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and law enforcement officers to maintain proof of successful completion of agency-approved or other state-approved training on authorized emergency vehicles. Amends the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" under the State Traffic Code to replace ambulances with emergency medical services vehicles. Expands the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" to include disaster response and recovery vehicles and Department of Health vehicles. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/22/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 720). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
HB2059 |
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SB2522
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; Civil Service; Housing and Community Development Office
RELATING TO CIVIL SERVICE EXEMPTION OF COUNTY POSITIONS.
Exempts positions of a county Housing and Community Development Office or Department from civil service laws. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT/EIG, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/EIG, WAM |
HB2058 |
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SB2523
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; Department of Information Technology; DMV systems; Grant-in-Aid; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates moneys as a grant-in-aid to the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Information Technology to upgrade the driver's license and motor vehicle application systems. |
(S)
2/3/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/EIG, WAM |
HB2057 |
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SB2524 SD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; DLM; DDC; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Housing and Land Management and Department of Design and Construction of the City and County of Honolulu as grants-in-aid to comply with the requirements of Act 206, SLH 2017, and Act 210, SLH 2018. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
HB2056 |
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SB2525
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Wastewater; Cesspool Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection; Income Tax Credit
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Reestablishes the cesspool upgrade, conversion, or connection income tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2079 |
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SB2526 SD1
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Retirants; Employment
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT OF RETIRANTS.
Authorizes the rehiring of retirants for positions that are unique and critical to operations. Limits the duration of each retirant's reemployment to four years. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2080 |
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SB2527
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Commercial Driver Licensing; Alcohol; Substance Abuse; Testing; Counties; Firefighters; Exemptions; HDOT
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSING.
Requires that state and county firefighters exempt from commercial driver licensure be subject to an alcohol and substance abuse policy for employees that is equivalent to, or exceeds the provisions of, the safety and health standards established by the United States Department of Transportation for holders of commercial driver's licenses. |
(S)
3/3/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB2081 |
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SB2528 SD1 HD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Partial Public Financing; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PARTIAL PUBLIC FINANCING OF ELECTIONS.
Increases the expenditure limit and the amount of partial public campaign financing available for all elective offices. Adjusts the minimum amount of qualifying contributions certain candidates must receive to participate in the program. Increases the matching fund payments for excess qualifying contributions. Appropriates funds for the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Muraoka, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Kitagawa, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2050 |
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SB2529
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Cash Contribution Limits; Return of Contribution; Escheat
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Amends section 11-364, HRS, to provide that an excess contribution of more than $100 in cash, in the aggregate, from a single person during an election period to a candidate, candidate committee, or noncandidate committee shall escheat to the Hawaii election campaign fund if not returned to the contributor within 30 days. |
(S)
2/6/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2051 |
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SB2530 SD2 HD1
CSC; State Contractors; State Grantees; Officers; Immediate Family Members; Prohibited Contributions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers, and their immediate family members, of state contractors with contracts exceeding the small purchase threshold established under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and grantees with grants exceeding $250,000. Prohibits the compensated officers of state contractors, and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract exceeding the small purchase threshold. Prohibits state grantees, including compensated officers and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain contributions for the duration of the grant exceeding $250,000. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/27/2026- Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 837). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2052 |
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SB2531
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Solicitation; Acceptance Campaign Contributions; Candidate Committees
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Amends section 11-357, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), to prohibit state and county elected officials as defined in section 11-342(d), HRS, from soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during any Regular Session or Special Session of the state Legislature, including any extension of any Regular Session or Special Session or any legislative recess day, holiday, or weekend. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2053 |
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SB2532 HD1 CD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Electronic Filing System
RELATING TO THE CAMPAIGN SPENDING COMMISSION'S ELECTRONIC FILING SYSTEM.
Amends various sections of Hawaii's campaign spending laws by requiring designated campaign finance forms to be submitted electronically through the Campaign Spending Commission's upgraded electronic filing system. Effective 11/4/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2054 |
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SB2533 SD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Salaries; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CAMPAIGN SPENDING COMMISSION.
Adjusts the salaries of the Campaign Spending Commission's Executive Director and Associate Director to align with similar government officials who have compliance and enforcement responsibilities. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/LBT, WAM |
HB2055 |
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SB2534
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Constitutional Amendment; Public Trust Lands; Destructive Live-Fire Military Training; Prohibition (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO PROHIBIT DESTRUCTIVE LIVE-FIRE MILITARY TRAINING ON PUBLIC LANDS.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit destructive live-fire military training on State public trust lands. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB2100 |
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SB2535
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; DLNR; BLNR; Aquatic Resources; Fishing Regulations; Commercial Aquarium Collection; Sustainability; Prohibition
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL AQUARIUM COLLECTION.
Prohibits the capture and sale of aquatic life for commercial aquarium purposes, regardless of the method of collection. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/HWN, CPN/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HWN, CPN/JDC |
HB2101 |
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SB2536
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Historic Preservation; Exclusions
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Clarifies that residential projects involving ground disturbance in high-risk areas remains subject to review under the State Historic Preservation Program. Removes the historic review exemption for lands presumed nominally sensitive. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/HOU, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
HB2102 |
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SB2537
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; LUC; Boards and Commissions
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Amends the composition of the Land Use Commission to require at least one member who has substantial experience and expertise in water resource management. Requires the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to submit a list of nominees to the Governor for the appointment of a commission member having substantial experience or expertise in traditional Hawaiian land usage and knowledge of cultural land practices. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/HWN, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
HB2103 |
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SB2538
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Historic Preservation; Island Burial Councils
RELATING TO ISLAND BURIAL COUNCILS.
Establishes stipends for certain Island Burial Council members. Amends section 6E-43.5, Hawaii Revised Statues, relating to quorum and compensation. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HWN, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN, WAM |
HB2104 |
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SB2539
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Rent Stabilization; Landlord-Tenant Code; Consumer Protection
RELATING TO RENT STABILIZATION.
Establishes a statewide 3% annual limit on rent increases under chapter 521, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Prohibits rent increases during the first 12 months of a tenancy and requires notice and certification for exempt properties. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN/HOU, JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HOU, JDC/WAM |
HB2105 |
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SB2540 SD1
Juvenile Justice; Minors; Fees; Fines; Court Costs; Penalties; Prohibited; Community Service
RELATING TO YOUTH PENALTIES.
Prohibits the assessment of any fees, fines, or court costs against a person who was adjudicated for an offense committed during the person's minority, or against the person's parent or guardian, and discharges all related debt obligations assessed before the effective date of the Act. Encourages the use of community service and other programs that employ aina-based principles. Repeals certain penalties imposed on parents, guardians, or other persons associated with unaccompanied children in streets and unmarried minors in dance halls. Effective 7/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB1626 |
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SB2541
Public School Realignment and Closure Commission; Department of Accounting and General Services; Department of Education; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Establishes a temporary, independent Public School Realignment and Closure Commission to develop and recommend a comprehensive package of school consolidations, realignments, and closures based on the federal Base Realignment and Closure model. Requires an expedited approval process by the Governor and Legislature. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB2344 |
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SB2542
Department of Education; Public School Facilities; Employee Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Department of Education to give reasonable consideration to making all or portions of the facilities of a public school available to housing development for certain employees of the Department when closing the public school. Requires the Department of Education to identify unused public school facilities that may be appropriate for employee housing and inventory suitable grounds available upon public school closure for potential development of employee housing. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, Elefante |
EDU, WAM |
HB1672 |
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SB2543 SD2 HD2 CD1
DAGS; DOE; Office of the State Construction Manager; Pilot Program; Design Review Special Fund; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
Establishes a five-year Office of the State Construction Manager Pilot Program to provide guidance and recommendations on the design review of certain state construction projects that are administered by the Department of Accounting and General Services or Department of Education and located in any county with a population of less than 500,000. Requires the Office to assign employees to the Department of Public Works of each applicable county to review and approve permit applications under the Pilot Program. Establishes the Design Review Special Fund. Appropriates funds for the Pilot Program and necessary positions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
LAB, WAL, FIN |
HB2514 |
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SB2544 SD2 HD1 CD1
HHFDC; DURF; Hawaii Builds Pilot Program; Exemptions; Permit Reviews; Interagency Coordination; Reports
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes a 5-year Hawaii Builds Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Authorizes the use of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for the Pilot Program, subject to an annual cap. Mandates interagency coordination and expedited review for projects to facilitate timely delivery of projects. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA |
HSG, FIN |
HB1812 |
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SB2545 SD1
Maui State Veterans Home; HHSC; Oahu Regional Health Care System; State Agency; Maui Affiliation; Transfer; Deadline
RELATING TO VETERANS.
Repeals the 6/30/27 deadline by which the Maui State Veterans Home must be assimilated into a state agency having a Maui affiliation. Requires the transfer of the Maui State Veterans Home to be completed as soon as practicable. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to HLT, PBS, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, PBS, FIN |
HB2343 |
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SB2546
Coastal Zone Management Act; Special Management Areas; Permitting; Requirements; Development; Excluded Activities; Exemption
RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.
Amends the definition of "development" as it pertains to coastal zone management to clarify that certain activities excluded from the definition of "development" are not subject to special management area permit requirements. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2547 SD1
Coastal Zone Management Act; Special Management Areas; Permitting; Requirements; Development; Excluded Activities; Public Infrastructure Improvement Projects; Exemption; Lahaina; Maui Wildfires
RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.
Amends the definition of "development," as it pertains to coastal zone management, to exclude any state- or county-funded infrastructure improvement project that is exempted from an environmental assessment or determined as a finding of no significant impact under chapter 343, HRS. Applies only to zones established in Lahaina in the aftermath of the 2023 Maui wildfires that have been designated for reentry by the State or county of Maui as of January 1, 2026. Effective 7/1/2050. Sunsets 6/30/2029. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, MORIWAKI |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2548 SD1
School Facilities Authority; Department of Education; Deferred Maintenance; Districts; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish geographically based capital improvement project districts for the localized management of deferred maintenance. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO |
EDN, FIN |
HB2345 |
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SB2549 SD1
DOE; Student Transportation; Governor; Reports
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Education to hire a new contractor or contractors with the Governor's approval if a contractor under a student transportation contract fails to provide service on a contracted route for five or more consecutive instructional days. Requires the DOE to assess a penalty if a contractor fails to provide service on a contracted route without an approved justification. Specifies that the assessed penalties be deposited into the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund. Beginning 7/1/2026, requires all requests for proposals issued and contracts executed by the DOE for student transportation services to specifically reference certain new provisions. Authorizes the use of the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund to offset costs associated with procuring replacement services. Requires quarterly reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Inouye, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
HB1785 |
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SB2550 SD1 HD1
School Facilities Authority; School Modernization Initiative; Capital Improvement Project Planning Database ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MODERNIZATION.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a school modernization initiative through a capital improvement project planning database for school facilities statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 229. |
HASHIMOTO |
EDN, FIN |
HB1778 |
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SB2551
J-1 Visa Program; Hawaii Teacher Standards Board; Visiting International Educator Permit
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to develop an alternative pathway for a visiting international educator permit aligned to the duration of the educator's J-1 visa program. Repeals 6/30/2031. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
HASHIMOTO, FEVELLA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye |
EDU, WAM |
HB1840 |
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SB2552 SD1 HD1 CD1
Income Tax; Individual Housing Accounts; Pre-tax Savings; Maximum Annual Deduction; Maximum Total Deduction; Increase
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
For taxable years beginning 1/1/2027: (1) increases the maximum annual and total allowable deduction for contributions to individual housing accounts for income tax deductions; and (2) increases the maximum allowable contributions for individual housing accounts to qualify for the income tax deductions. Repeals outdated language applicable to first‑time home purchases made before 1/1/1990, by persons with an individual housing account. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Inouye |
HSG, FIN |
HB1837 |
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SB2553 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Rental Housing; Housing Loan and Mortgage Program; Report
RELATING TO THE HOUSING LOAN AND MORTGAGE PROGRAM.
Increases the Hula Mae Multifamily Revenue Bond authorization ceiling amount to continue financing affordable rental housing statewide. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to report to the Legislature on its plan to meet statewide housing demand at the sixty to one hundred forty per cent area median income levels. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RHOADS |
HOU, WAM |
HB1733 |
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SB2554
Long-Term Care Financing Advisory Commission; Joint Legislative Committee; Legislative Reference Bureau; Long-Term Care Services and Supports; Home- and Community-Based Care; Consultants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE FINANCING.
Establishes a joint legislative Long-Term Care Financing Advisory Commission to examine the feasibility of different financing options for long-term care services and supports. Permits the Commission, through the Legislative Reference Bureau, to contract for services of a part-time project director and prepare proposals for contracts for consultants to support the work of the Commission. Requires the Commission to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, GABBARD, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB1804 |
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SB2555 SD1
ERS; Retirants; Employment; Succession Planning
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of benefits if the retirant is employed in a position identified as one needed for succession planning. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
LBT, WAM |
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SB2556
Motor Vehicles; Engine Brake; Prohibited; Traffic Code; Towing; Restrictions; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits any person from operating a motor vehicle equipped with an engine brake in certain areas. Prohibits motor vehicles that tow a vehicle or trailer from driving in the far left lane on any roadway that has three or more lanes for traffic moving in the same direction in a county with a population of five hundred thousand or more, with certain exceptions. Establishes penalties. |
(S)
2/5/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, RHOADS |
TRS, JDC |
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SB2557 SD1 HD1
Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions; Homelessness; Kauhale Projects; Reporting Requirements
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to make an annual report on the number of sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals and on housing placement. Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to annually report to the Legislature on contracts and plans or proposals to enhance kauhale projects. Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to annually report to the Legislature on coordination between the office and any county, state, or federal agencies, or private or nonprofit organizations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 1:45PM in conference room 329. |
MORIWAKI, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSH, FIN |
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SB2558
Motor Vehicles; State Registration Fee; Tall Vehicles; Surcharge; Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes an annual vehicle registration surcharge for vehicles having a hood height greater than 40 inches for deposit into the safe routes to school program special fund. |
(S)
2/5/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
TRS, WAM |
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SB2559
DCAB; Transportation; Accessibility; Disability Parking Travel Placard; Parking; Persons with Disabilities
RELATING TO PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Authorizes the Disability and Communication Access Board to issue a disability parking travel placard to qualified applicants. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS/HHS, JDC. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Inouye |
TRS/HHS, JDC |
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SB2560
DOE; DOH; Cardiovascular Screening; Sudden Cardiac Arrest; Student Athletes; Public School Students; Educational and Informational Materials; Policies, Programs, Training, and Continuing Education
RELATING TO CARDIOVASCULAR SCREENING.
Requires cardiovascular screening for students, including student athletes. Requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to distribute educational and informational materials regarding sudden cardiac arrest. Requires the Department of Health to implement policies, programs, training, and continuing education that increase health care provider knowledge of cardiovascular screening guidelines. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
CHANG |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
HB2485 |
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SB2561
Condominium Associations; Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting at Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting Without a Meeting; Mail Voting Without a Meeting
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies an association board’s authority with respect to calling and authorizing electronic meetings, electronic voting at electronic meetings, electronic voting without a meeting, and mail voting without a meeting. |
(S)
2/3/2026- Re-Referred to CPN, JDC. |
RHOADS |
CPN, JDC |
HB1679 |
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SB2562
Taxes; Rental Motor Vehicle
RELATING TO THE RENTAL MOTOR VEHICLE SURCHARGE TAX.
Requires the rental motor vehicle surcharge tax to be prorated if the vehicle is rented or leased for fewer than six hours of a day. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN/TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN/TRS, WAM |
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SB2563 SD1
Coordinator on Homelessness; DHS; City and County of Honolulu; Primary Caregivers and Children; Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes a three-year Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program to be administered by the Coordinator on Homelessness, in coordination with the Department of Human Services and the City and County of Honolulu, on designated land for the pilot program, which shall serve as a safe location for unhoused primary caregivers and children under the age of eighteen to reside and access services. Requires the Coordinator on Homelessness and the Coordinator's partner agencies to provide certain facilities and services to the designated location. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/5/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
WAKAI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
HB2509 |
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SB2564
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Adoptions; Consent; Notary
RELATING TO ADOPTIONS.
Adds the requirement that a written consent to adoption be notarized. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2088 |
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SB2565
Judiciary Package; Hawaii Supreme Court; Certiorari Review; Disposition Deadline
RELATING TO CERTIORARI REVIEW BY THE HAWAII SUPREME COURT.
Establishes a fixed disposition deadline requiring the Supreme Court to decide an application for certiorari within 60 days after the application is filed. Applies prospectively to cases in which the judgment or dismissal order of the Intermediate Court of Appeals was filed on or after the effective date of this Act. |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2089 |
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SB2566
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Domestic Abuse; Temporary Restraining Orders; Protective Orders; Public Inspection
RELATING TO DOMESTIC ABUSE ORDERS FOR PROTECTION.
Removes the requirement that requests to withhold from public inspection the petition record of a denied temporary restraining order or denied protective order be made orally. |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2090 |
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SB2567 SD2 HD2 CD1
Judiciary Package; Public Employers; Public Servants; Harassment; Temporary Restraining Orders; Injunctions; Pilot Project
RELATING TO PETITIONS TO TEMPORARILY RESTRAIN AND ENJOIN HARASSMENT OF AN EMPLOYEE.
Establishes a two-year pilot project to authorize public employers to petition for temporary restraining orders and injunctions against employment-related harassment of certain public employees. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
HB2091 |
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SB2568 SD1 HD2 CD1
Judiciary Package; Public Servants; Harassment
RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SERVANTS.
Elevates the offense of harassment to a misdemeanor when committed against a public servant because of or during their performance of official duties. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2092 |
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SB2569
Judiciary Package; Uniform Probate Code; Guardianship and Conservatorship Proceedings; Sealing of Medical Records and Professional Evaluations
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM PROBATE CODE.
Provides for the temporary sealing of certain medical records and professional evaluations filed in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings pending a judicial determination on the need for continued sealing. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2093 |
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SB2570
Judiciary Package; Supplemental Budget; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates supplemental moneys for the Judiciary for the fiscal biennium beginning 7/1/2025 and ending 6/30/2027. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2095 |
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SB2571 SD1
Judiciary Package; Jury Duty; Juror and Prospective Juror Compensation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Increases the amount each juror or prospective juror is paid for each day of actual attendance at court. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2094 |
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SB2572
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Child Protective Proceedings; Aggravated Circumstances Hearings
RELATING TO AGGRAVATED CIRCUMSTANCES IN CHILD PROTECTIVE PROCEEDINGS.
Expands the authority of the family court in child protective proceedings to find that aggravated circumstances are present at any stage prior to the termination of parental rights, not only at the outset of the case or the return hearing. Specifies what acts of torture against a child constitute aggravated circumstances. |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2096 |
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SB2573 SD1
Judiciary Package; Administrative Drivers License Revocation Hearings; Interactive Conference Technology
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE DRIVERS LICENSE REVOCATION.
Authorizes administrative drivers license revocation hearings to be conducted using interactive conference technology, including teleconference, videoconference, and voice over internet protocol (VoIP) systems. Clarifies that evidence in hearings conducted via interactive conference technology may be submitted and exchanged electronically. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/LBT, JDC |
HB2097 |
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SB2574
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Film Permits; Tax Credit; Information; Public Notice
RELATING TO FILMING.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to provide public notice of certain information whenever a production obtains a permit or enters into a memorandum of agreement or understanding with DBEDT to film a visually recorded production at certain locations. Requires DBEDT to provide public notice of certain information whenever a production registers for pre-qualification or is determined to qualify for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit and simultaneously post notice on a publicly accessible part of its website. Allows individuals to sign up to receive notice by electronic mail or postal mail. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
DECOITE, LAMOSAO, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
HB1576 |
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SB2575 SD2 HD1
Firearms; Penalties; Possession; Temporary Restraining Orders; Protective Orders; Controlled Substances; Methamphetamine
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Changes from a misdemeanor to a class C felony the penalty for possessing, controlling, or transferring ownership of any firearm or ammunition by a person who is restrained by court order from contacting, threatening, or physically abusing any person. Changes from a misdemeanor to a class B felony the penalty for carrying a firearm while under the influence of a controlled substance. Establishes unlawful possession of methamphetamine while carrying a firearm as a class B felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Elefante, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB2170 |
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SB2576
Criminal Trespass; Agricultural Land; Penalty; Firearm
RELATING TO TRESPASS.
Prohibits persons being prosecuted for or convicted of the crime of criminal trespass on agricultural land from owning, possessing, or controlling a firearm or ammunition. |
(S)
2/18/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
DECOITE, CHANG, Kanuha, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
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SB2577 SD2 HD1
DBEDT; Sports Tourism; University of Hawaii; Aloha Stadium; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SPORTS TOURISM.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study of the potential economic benefits and costs of sports tourism in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires funds appropriated to the Hawaii Tourism Authority in the Supplemental Executive Budget to be expended by DBEDT for the study. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-30-26 10:30AM in conference room 411. |
DECOITE, WAKAI, Kanuha, Lamosao, San Buenaventura |
TOU/ECD, FIN |
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SB2578 SD1 HD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Film Commission; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Film Industry Development Special Fund; Establishment; Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund; Workforce Development; Film; Media; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FILM INDUSTRY.
Establishes the Hawaii Film Commission within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and transfers the rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Hawaii Film Office to the Commission. Requires appointments and hiring of staff by 12/31/2027. Establishes the Film Industry Development Special Fund. Excludes media and film from the definition of "creative industries" and renames the Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund as the Hawaii Creative Industries Development Special Fund. Amends the sources of moneys to be deposited into the Hawaii Creative Industries Development Special Fund. Allows the Creative Industries Development Special Fund to be used for the support and development of facilities and other initiatives to grow the State's creative industries. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/22/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 723). |
DECOITE, MORIWAKI |
ECD, FIN |
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SB2579 SD1
HSEO; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Maui County; Temporary Water-Energy Resilience Competitive Grant Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to implement and administer a three-year phased Water-Energy Resilience Competitive Grant Program in the County of Maui. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, LAMOSAO, San Buenaventura |
EIG, WAM |
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SB2580 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOTAX; DBEDT; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Qualified Production; Costs; Third-Party Certification; General Excise Tax; Loan-Out Companies
RELATING TO THE MOTION PICTURE, DIGITAL MEDIA, AND FILM PRODUCTION INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Amends the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit (tax credit) by, beginning for costs incurred after 12/31/2025, providing an additional credit to qualified productions with a workforce of at least eighty percent local hires; requiring each taxpayer claiming the tax credit to submit an independent third-party certification verifying certain information to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; increasing the per-production cap amount to $20,000,000 and excluding qualified productions that incur at least $60,000,000 of qualified production costs from the per-production cap amount; changing the aggregate cap amount to $60,000,000; providing that, beginning for costs incurred after 12/31/2023, if the total amount of tax credits claimed in a year is less than the aggregate cap amount, the cap for the subsequent year shall be increased by the unclaimed amount; defining "streaming platform" and amending the definition of "qualified production" to include certain streaming productions; and extending the sunset date of the tax credit to 1/1/2038. Exempts from the general excise tax certain amounts received by a motion picture project employer from a client company that represent reimbursements for costs paid or incurred by the client company for reasonable employment-related costs of motion picture project workers or loan-out companies. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
ECD, FIN |
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SB2581
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Out-of-state Offices; Purposes; Republic of Korea; Establishment; Beijing; Taipei; Made in Hawaii Products; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Expands the purposes of the establishment and operation of offices in out-of-state locations to include serving Hawaii's businesses and tourism efforts through various initiatives. Requires, and appropriates funds for, the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish an out‑of-state office in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Appropriates funds for the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism's Beijing office and Taipei office to promote "Made in Hawaii" branded products and increase the export of Hawaii products. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, WAKAI |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
HB1943 |
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SB2582
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Qualifications; Principal Photography; Post-production
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends the requirements for productions to qualify for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax to include completing at least fifteen per cent of the production's principal photography and post-production in the State within the same taxable year the production is qualifying for the Tax Credit. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
DECOITE, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
HB1941 |
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SB2583
BOE; DOE; Charter Schools; Heat Exposure; Physical Activities; Policy; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT HEAT EXPOSURE.
Requires the Board of Education to adopt a heat acclimatization and practice policy based on the Hawaii Athletic Trainers Association's Hawaii High School Athletic Association Heat Acclimatization and Practice Policy of 2017 for students in grades kindergarten to twelve in Department of Education schools and public charter schools statewide for certain physical activities. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
EDU, WAM |
HB1803 |
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SB2584
Statute of Limitations; Sexual Assault; Repeal; Criminal Offenses; Procedure; Prosecution; Dismissal; Prohibition
RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS.
Allows for a prosecution for any offense or attempt of any offense under parts V and VI of chapter 707, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to be brought at any time. Prohibits the dismissal of the prosecution of any offense or attempt of any offense under parts V and VI of chapter 707, Hawaii Revised Statutes, solely because a period of time has elapsed between the commission of the offense and commencement or continuation of the prosecution. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA |
HHS, JDC |
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SB2585
DOH; BNF; ETS; DHS; Online Clearinghouse; Artificial Intelligence; Audits; Annual Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Requires the Department of Health, in coordination with the Department of Budget and Finance and Office of Enterprise Technology Services, and Department of Human Services, to establish and maintain an online clearinghouse enhanced by artificial intelligence of evidence-based treatment and prevention programs. Requires DOH to support the integration of artificial intelligence in the online clearinghouse. Requires DOH to ensure that any artificial intelligence model used in support of the online clearinghouse is subject to regular audits. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/LBT, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG |
HHS/LBT, WAM/JDC |
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SB2586
State Enterprise Zones
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Increases the number of enterprise zones that may be nominated by each county. Amends the definition of "eligible business activity" to include recycling facilities and film production. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT/HHS, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI |
EDT/HHS, WAM |
HB2201 |
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SB2587
Capital Gains Tax; Increase
RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS TAX.
Increases the capital gains tax rate for individuals, estates, and trusts to nine per cent. Increases the alternative capital gains tax for corporations to five per cent. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WAM |
HB1850 |
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SB2588
WDC; Workforce Development; Comprehensive Statewide Workforce Strategy; Interagency Alignment; Facilitation
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Workforce Development Council to recommend to the Governor, a comprehensive Statewide Workforce Strategy to inclusion in the State Unified Plan and be responsible for facilitating the alignment of workforce development efforts and programs conducted by state departments and agencies to achieve the State Unified Plan and the Comprehensive Statewide Workforce Strategy. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1859 |
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SB2589 SD1
EOA; Hanai Memory Network Program; Dementia Care; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE.
Establishes the Hanai Memory Network Program within the Executive Office on Aging to create a network of dementia care specialists and support systems to assist individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Elefante, Lamosao, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2590
General Excise Tax; Exemption; American Rescue Plan Act Restaurant Revitalization Fund; Department of Taxation; Notification; Refund
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts from the state general excise tax any grants received from the federal Restaurant Revitalization Fund by an eligible business pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Requires the Department of Taxation to notify all taxpayers eligible for refunds of any state general excise tax paid for grants received from the federal Restaurant Revitalization Fund of their eligibility and requires taxpayers to file refund claims no later than six months following notification. Requires any state general excise taxes paid by eligible businesses for Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants to be refunded to the taxpayer. Applies retroactively to 3/11/2021. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAM |
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SB2591 SD1 HD1
DOH; Noise; Refuse Collection Vehicles; Operation; Time; Restrictions
RELATING TO NOISE.
Establishes restrictions on the operation of privately owned and operated refuse collection vehicles before 6:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. within 500 hundred feet of any area zoned for mixed-use or residential apartment use within the Waikiki area of the City and County of Honolulu. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HLT, JHA |
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SB2592 SD1
AG; Firearms; Reports
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Requires the Department of the Attorney General to publish, on the Department's public website, an annual report that compiles information on firearms, firearm-related deaths and injuries, and firearm violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2593 SD1 HD1
LESB; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemption
RELATING TO THE LAW ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS BOARD.
Exempts certain positions of the Law Enforcement Standards Board from the State's Civil Service Law and collective bargaining requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
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SB2594
DOTAX; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Applies the retail or higher general excise tax or use tax rate to purchases or imports of new motor vehicles by rental car companies. Appropriates funds for a position in the Department of Taxation. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, CPN/WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
TRS, CPN/WAM |
HB2575 |
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SB2595 SD1 HD1
ADC; Lease; License; Rental; DOE; Appraised Market Value Rate; Food and Product Innovation Network
RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires payments to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for letting, licensing, or renting of its properties to be at appraised market value rates or higher, except where the lessees, licensees, and tenants grow, raise, and harvest fresh local agricultural products for the Department of Education or are partner members of the Food and Product Innovation Network. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:45 PM; Conference Room 411. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2596 SD1 HD1
Land Use; State Government; Leases
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT LEASES.
Requires that real property leases between state government entities cost no more than $1 per year except if the real property subject to the lease is being used by a department to meet a core responsibility of that department. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2597
Income Tax; Dairy Farm Retrofit; Hog Farm Conversion; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an income tax credit for capital infrastructure costs incurred in the conversion of a dairy farm to a hog farm. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, Kanuha, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2598 HD1 CD1
Special Funds; Revolving Funds
RELATING TO NON-GENERAL FUNDS.
Authorizes the use of moneys in certain special and revolving funds for operation and administration costs of related programs. Authorizes the use of the Hawaii agricultural development revolving fund moneys for the acquisition of interests or rights in land and any ongoing costs related thereto. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ |
FIN |
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SB2599 SD2 HD3 CD1
HCDA; Stadium Development District; Halawa Community Development District; Aloha Stadium; Stadium Authority; Special Fund; Positions; Housing; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT.
PART I: Redesignates the Stadium Development District as the Halawa Community Development District (HCDD). Amends the composition of the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) for purposes of the HCDD. Amends the duties and powers of the HCDA and Stadium Authority as they relate to activities within the HCDD. Clarifies the HCDA's permitting and consultation powers regarding public projects within community development districts. Establishes the HCDD Special Fund. Establishes requirements for the Comptroller to verify that invoices for the capital costs of the HCDD comply with applicable law and the purposes for which public funds were appropriated, allocated, transferred, deposited, or otherwise made available. PART II: Appropriates funds for the establishment of positions. Appropriates funds from the Stadium Development Special Fund for the purposes of the special fund. Conditions the expenditure of the appropriated funds out of the special fund upon compliance with state planning, land use, and financing statutes. PART III: Requires the HCDA, when planning and developing housing, to endeavor to plan for complete communities that include various aspects supporting quality of life. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LEE, C., Moriwaki |
WAL, HSG, FIN |
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SB2600 SD1 HD1 CD1
Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund; Constitution; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND.
Makes a deposit into the emergency and budget reserve fund pursuant to article VII, section 6, of the Hawaii State Constitution. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ |
FIN |
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SB2601 SD2 HD1
SPO; Procurement; Penalties; Certification of Available Funds; Threshold Amount; Chief Procurement Officer; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amends criminal penalties under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code by providing that a person who intentionally violates the code is subject to prosecution for a misdemeanor in cases of egregious violations of the Code. Ensures that awarded contracts are supported by sufficient appropriations by requiring a contract amount that exceeds fifteen per cent of the amount of the appropriation or balance of an appropriation to be approved by the Chief Procurement Officer to become binding. Establishes positions within the State Procurement Office. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 3:55 PM; Conference Room 329. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
JHA, FIN |
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SB2602 SD1 HD2
UH; Tuition and Fees; University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund; General Fund; Lapse
RELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND.
Requires that tuition, tuition-related course and fee charges, and other charges to students deposited into the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund be allocated and expended in accordance with Board of Regents policies governing systemwide operations. On 6/30/2029, requires unencumbered funds in the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund that exceeds the reserve level established by the Board of Regents to lapse to the general fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Kanuha, Lamosao |
HED, FIN |
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SB2603 SD1 HD1
State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Designation; Funding; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
Designates the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra as the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Exempts state funds received by the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra from chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LEE, C., Lamosao |
CAA, FIN |
HB1860 |
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SB2604
Aloha Stadium; Stadium Development District; HCDA; Stadium Authority; Public Lands; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STADIUM DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Appropriates moneys from the stadium development special fund for the planning, design, and development of the stadium development district by the Hawaii Community Development Authority, contingent upon the Stadium Authority submitting a report that includes various documentation types, statuses, reports, plans, and agreements regarding the new stadium project. |
(S)
2/19/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LEE, C., MORIWAKI |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
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SB2605
Department of Education; School Facilities; Public Use; Community Use; Report
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Requires the Department of Education to make available all public school outdoor facilities and grounds on Saturdays and Sundays for public and community use without the need for any license, permit, or deposit of fees, under certain conditions. Requires reports to the Legislature. Repeals on 6/30/2030. |
(S)
2/18/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ |
EDU, WAM |
HB1786 |
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SB2606
Freshwater State Recreation Area Wildlife Sanctuary; Wildlife Conservation; Nonprofit Corporation
RELATING TO WILDLIFE.
Establishes the Freshwater State Recreation Area Wildlife Sanctuary Corporation. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB2607 SD1 HD1 CD1
Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Landscape Architects; Landscape Architects; Licensing Requirements
RELATING TO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.
Authorizes the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Landscape Architects to determine the appropriate educational and examination requirements for landscape architect licensure. Clarifies experience requirements for landscape architect licensure. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
CPC |
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SB2608
Health Insurance; Mandated Coverage; Annual Mental Health Wellness Examination; Medicaid
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires all health insurers in the state, including Medicaid managed care programs, to cover annual mental health wellness examinations. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN/WAM. |
CHANG |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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SB2609
Roadway Safety; Pedestrian Safety; Motor Vehicles; Pedestrians; Crosswalks
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
Prohibits the driver of a vehicle from proceeding on a roadway until a pedestrian within a crosswalk completely crosses the roadway. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS, JDC. |
CHANG |
TRS, JDC |
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SB2610
Department of Education; Public Schools; Emergency Medication Administration and Assistance; Protocol; Blood Glucose Monitoring; Diabetes Testing; Seizure Rescue Medication; Inhalers; School Health Assistants; Prescriptions; Indemnification
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICATION IN SCHOOLS.
Establishes provisions regarding the volunteered administration of certain medications by authorized persons at public schools, including requirements for parent authorization, administration instruction, and liability protections. Expands permitted emergency treatments to include epinephrine, inhalers, seizure rescue medication, glucagon, insulin, and blood-glucose monitoring. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Inouye |
EDU/HHS, WAM/JDC |
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SB2611 SD1
Trespass; Schools; Warnings
RELATING TO SCHOOLS.
Includes weekends and holidays as times where a reasonable warning or request to leave school premises is not required for a person to commit the offense of criminal trespass in the first degree. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDN, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KIDANI, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Dela Cruz |
EDN, JHA |
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SB2612
DOE; Medication Administration; School Health Assistants; Public School Employees and Agents; Immunity; Civil or Criminal Liability
RELATING TO MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION IN SCHOOLS.
Clarifies that the Department of Education and its employees and agents shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability arising from assisting students with the administration of medication under certain circumstances. |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EDU/HHS, JDC |
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SB2613 SD1 HD3 CD1
DOE; BLNR; Department of Land and Natural Resources; City and County of Honolulu; County of Kauai; Public Schools; Land Transfer
RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL LAND TRANSFER.
Revises tax map key numbers and the conveyance process by which identified properties are conveyed to the Department of Education pursuant to Act 307, SLH 2022. Directs the conveyance to the County of Kauai of certain lands held by the Department of Education. Directs the conveyance of land on which Kaimuki Middle School is located from the City and County of Honolulu to the Department of Education. Clarifies that land dispositions of school buildings, facilities, and grounds made by the DOE shall not require approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources when these dispositions are for periods exceeding one year. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
EDN, WAL, FIN |
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SB2614 HD2
DOE; Veterans; High School Diploma
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Education to award a high school diploma to qualified persons who did not receive a high school diploma as a result of compulsory or voluntary induction into the armed services of the United States or whose high school education was interrupted due to wartime practices during World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War. (HD2) |
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5/5/2026- Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 814). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, McKelvey, Wakai |
EDN, PBS, FIN |
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SB2615 HD1
DOE; School Cafeteria Meals; Costs
RELATING TO SCHOOL CAFETERIA MEAL COSTS.
Requires the Department of Education to charge no less than one-quarter of the cost of preparing a school meal for each school meal. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Kanuha, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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SB2616
DOE; HTSB; Charter Schools; Emergency Hires; Rules
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TEACHER STANDARDS BOARD.
Permits the Department of Education and charter schools to hire unlicensed individuals as teachers on an emergency basis for five, rather than three, years. Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to adopt rules. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, INOUYE, LAMOSAO, RHOADS, Dela Cruz, Kanuha, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
EDU, WAM |
HB1825 |
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SB2617
Short Form; The Environment
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2618
Short Form; The Environment
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2619
Short Form; Agriculture
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN. |
KANUHA |
AEN |
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SB2620
Short Form; Commerce
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
CPN |
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SB2621
Short Form; Commerce
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
CPN |
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SB2622
Short Form; Insurance
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
CPN |
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SB2623 SD2 HD1 CD1
Board of Pharmacy; Registered Pharmacy Technicians; Certificates of Registration; Age; Renewal
RELATING TO LICENSING.
Specifies that registered pharmacy technicians must be at least sixteen years old. Clarifies that registered pharmacy technicians shall be at least eighteen years old and meet other certain requirements to administer vaccinations. Authorizes the Board of Pharmacy to renew certificates of registration for registered pharmacy technicians. Clarifies renewal requirements and forfeiture and restoration provisions for certificates of registration. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
CPC |
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SB2624
Short Form; Business
RELATING TO BUSINESS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
CPN |
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SB2625
Short Form; Consumer Protection
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KANUHA |
CPN |
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SB2626
Short Form; Economic Development
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT. |
KANUHA |
EDT |
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SB2627 SD2
HTA; SPO; Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Competitive Bidding; Exemption; Sports Events; Contracts; Agreements; Reports
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM.
Exempts the Hawaii Tourism Authority's contracts or agreements for sports events from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and all other requirements of law for competitive bidding. Requires HTA to notify the Chief Procurement Officer of exempt contracts executed. Requires an annual report to the State Procurement Office. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
EDT/GVO, WAM |
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SB2628
Short Form; The Economy
RELATING TO THE ECONOMY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDT. |
KANUHA |
EDT |
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SB2629
Short Form; University of Hawaii
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB2630
Short Form; University of Hawaii
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB2631
Short Form; University of Hawaii
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU. |
KANUHA |
EDU |
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SB2632
Short Form; Energy
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG. |
KANUHA |
EIG |
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SB2633
Short Form; Intergovernmental Affairs
RELATING TO INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG. |
KANUHA |
EIG |
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SB2634
Short Form; Agriculture
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HWN. |
KANUHA |
HWN |
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SB2635 SD2
DHHL; Waiting List; Beneficiaries; Beneficiary List; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for the development or purchase of land or units, for mortgage or rental subsidies, and other services necessary to address the waiting list. Effective 9/9/2129. (SD2) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
HWN, WAM |
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SB2636
Short Form; Geothermal Energy
RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ENERGY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HWN. |
KANUHA |
HWN |
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SB2637
Short Form; Health and Human Services
RELATING TO HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2638
Short Form; Health and Human Services
RELATING TO HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2639
Short Form; Human Services
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS. |
KANUHA |
HHS |
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SB2640
Short Form; Mental Health
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to JDC. |
KANUHA |
JDC |
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SB2641
Short Form; Labor
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT. |
KANUHA |
LBT |
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SB2642
Short Form; Technology
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT. |
KANUHA |
LBT |
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SB2643
Short Form; Public Employment
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT. |
KANUHA |
LBT |
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SB2644
Short Form; Fireworks
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM. |
KANUHA |
PSM |
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SB2645 SD3 HD1 CD1
Governor; Office of the State Fire Marshal; Fire Prevention; State Fire Code; State Fire and Life Special Fund; Inspections; State Facilities; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Establishes the State Fire Code as the minimum statewide standard for fire safety. Prohibits the counties from adopting, amending, or enforcing any ordinance, rule, or code provision that is less restrictive than the State Fire Code. Establishes the State Fire and Life Safety Special Fund. Limits the frequency of fire and safety inspections at state facilities by the Office of the State Fire Marshal to no more than once every three years. Amends Act 302, SLH 2025, by replacing two full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) positions for fire inspectors and three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) positions for fire investigators with four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) positions for assistant fire marshals. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
PBS, FIN |
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SB2646
Short Form; Emergency Preparedness
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM. |
KANUHA |
PSM |
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SB2647
Short Form; Transportation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS. |
KANUHA |
TRS |
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SB2648
Short Form; Transportation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS. |
KANUHA |
TRS |
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SB2649
Short Form; Transportation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS. |
KANUHA |
TRS |
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SB2650
Short Form; Natural Resources
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB2651
Short Form; Climate
RELATING TO CLIMATE.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB2652
Short Form; Development
RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WLA. |
KANUHA |
WLA |
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SB2653
Short Form; The State Budget
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2654
Short Form; The State Budget
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2655
Short Form; State Funds
RELATING TO STATE FUNDS.
Short form bill. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
WAM |
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SB2656 SD1
Income Tax; REIT; Dividends Paid Deduction
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Disallows the dividends paid deduction for real estate investment trusts, except those having investments or that are community development financial institutions. (SD1) |
(S)
2/25/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/CPN/WAM. |
KANUHA |
EDT/CPN/WAM |
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SB2657 SD1 HD1
UH; JABSOM; Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias; Research Center; Center on Aging; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIAS RESEARCH.
Establishes the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research Center of Hawaii (Research Center) within the University of Hawaii. Requires the Research Center to be administratively affiliated with the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM). Requires JABSOM, the Research Center, University of Hawaii Center on Aging, and University of Hawaii at Manoa to identify opportunities to capitalize on collaboration between the parties and maximize operational efficiencies. Requires the Research Center to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 229. |
KIM, CHANG, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, WAKAI, Fukunaga, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
HED, FIN |
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SB2658 SD1
UH; BOR; RIM Projects; Expenditures; Reports
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the Board of Regents to expend funds appropriated to renew, improve, or modernize existing University of Hawaii facilities for only those purposes and not for current, ongoing, or anticipated capital improvement projects. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2659
UH; BOR; RCUH; Membership; Qualification
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS.
Prohibits active employees of the University of Hawaii or the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii from serving on the Board of Regents. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KIM, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDU, JDC |
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SB2660
Restaurants; Mandatory Gratuity Service Charge; Party Size; Limit; Notification
RELATING TO SERVICE CHARGES.
Prohibits restaurants from imposing a mandatory gratuity service charge for food or beverage services unless the party includes ten or more customers, the service charge does not exceed eighteen per cent, and the customer is notified of the service charge. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
KIM, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Chang, San Buenaventura |
CPN |
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SB2661 SD1 HD1
Legislature; Judiciary; Code of Ethics; Nepotism; Prohibition
RELATING TO NEPOTISM.
Subjects all nominated, appointed, or elected officers and employees of the State, including members of boards, commissions, and committees; individuals under contract to the State or constitutional convention; and legislators, delegates to a constitutional convention, and justices and judges, and their respective employees, to nepotism prohibitions in the State's Code of Ethics. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KIM, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
LMG, JHA |
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SB2662 SD2
Auditor; External Consultants; Purchasing Agencies; Audit; Exceptions; Reports
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY.
Requires each purchasing agency to provide justification for hiring external consultants. Requires each agency to seek approval from the Legislature for consulting contracts exceeding a certain dollar amount. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Requires the Compliance Audit Unit within the Office of the Auditor to conduct regular audits of agency consultant contracts to assess cost-effectiveness and compliance. Establishes exceptions. Requires each chief procurement officer to ensure that inherent government functions are not delegated to a contractor. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to LMG, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
KIM, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Chang, Lamosao, Wakai |
LMG, FIN |
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SB2663 SD1
DLIR; Workers' Compensation; Treatment Plans; Employers; Penalties; Special Compensation Fund
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires an employer to transmit written approval or denial of a treatment plan to the physician who transmitted the plan for approval within seven days of receipt of the plan. Clarifies provisions relating to denying a treatment plan, burden of proof, and objections. Establishes fines and requires the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations to assess penalties. Authorizes the Director to enforce penalties. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2664
DLIR; Construction Worker COVID-19 Hazard Pay Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION WORKER COVID-19 HAZARD PAY PROGRAM.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish and administer the Construction Worker COVID-19 Hazard Pay Program. Appropriates funds to pay eligible construction workers a one-time payment in recognition for essential labor performed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sunsets 6/30/2031. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
LBT, WAM |
HB2024 |
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SB2665 SD2 HD1
DOT; Traffic Safety; Driver's License; Renewal; Motor Vehicle Drivers
RELATING TO RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Requires applicants for driver's license renewal who have received two or more traffic citations within the preceding five years for violations involving the operation of a motor vehicle to complete an educational course that includes a road safety video developed by the Department of Transportation and a written road safety examination. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
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SB2666
UH; Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program; Childcare; Early Learning Opportunities; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AN EARLY LEARNING APPRENTICESHIP GRANT PROGRAM.
Establishes an Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program to be administered by the University of Hawaii to provide financial support for early learning program service providers in the State to participate in state- or federally-approved early learning apprenticeship programs. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO |
EDU, WAM |
HB1872 |
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SB2667 SD1 HD2 CD1
Traffic Code; Oversized Commercial Vehicles; Towing; Restrictions; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Amends the prohibition on the use of the far left lane by commercial vehicles on roadways with three or more lanes going in the same direction. Restricts motor vehicles towing a vehicle or trailer from using the far left lane, subject to specified exemptions. Establishes penalties for violations. Applies restrictions and penalties to a county with a population of 500,000 or more. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE |
TRN, JHA |
HB2026 |
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SB2668
Community-based Organizations; Program Costs; Department of Human Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to issue supplemental contracts to community-based organizations to address increases in costs related to labor, insurance, utilities, rent, and gas. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB2115 |
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SB2669
Office of Enterprise Technology Services; Hawaii Benefits Hub; Social Assistance Programs; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Establishes the Hawaii Benefits Hub within the Office of Enterprise Technology Services. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
GVO/HHS, WAM |
HB2114 |
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SB2670
Office of Community Services; Chapter 42F, Grants; Community Engagement; Attorney General; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GRANTS.
Appropriates funds to the Office of Community Services (OCS) of the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to award grants for fiscal year 2026-2027 to nonprofit organizations that expand or create new opportunities for residents needing to meet new community engagement requirements to qualify for federal programs. Establishes an evaluation and selection committee to oversee the awarding of grants. Requires an applicant for a grant to provide certain documentation on activities that qualify for community engagement hours to qualify for the grant. Appropriates funds for positions in OCS and for the Department of the Attorney General to assist OCS in reviewing contracts and monitoring costs. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to LBT, WAM/JDC. |
HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
LBT, WAM/JDC |
HB2116 |
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SB2671 SD1 HD2 CD1
Counties; Permit Processing; Differential Payments; Salaries; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO ESSENTIAL PERMITTING POSITIONS.
Authorizes the mayor of each county to implement a pilot program to improve the speed, accountability, and quality of permit processing within that county through targeted staffing, performance incentives, and interdepartmental competition. Authorizes increased pay for certain permitting positions and requires county personnel departments to prioritize the hiring of permitting positions as part of the pilot program. Requires participating county mayors and county agencies to establish goals for the pilot program. Requires participating county agencies to submit quarterly reports to the respective county councils on the pilot program. Sunsets the pilot project on 6/30/2030. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, Wakai |
ECD, LAB, FIN |
HB2140 |
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SB2672 SD1
DHRD; ERS; EUTF; Public Employment; Retirants; State and County Positions; 89-Day Contracts; Pilot Program; Report
RELATING TO RETIRANTS.
Establishes a five-year pilot program allowing retirants to be rehired for exempt service for one-year terms under certain circumstances. Provides that retirants employed under the program are excluded from the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund and will not experience an interruption of pension benefits. Requires an employer of a retirant under the program to contribute to the Employees' Retirement System. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to submit a report to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
HB2359 |
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SB2673 SD1 HD1 CD1
Counties; OPSD; Chief Data Officer; Building Permits; Civil Engineering Permits; Statewide Permitting Data Standard; Report
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Requires a statewide permitting data standard developed collaboratively by the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, county permitting agencies, and the Chief Data Officer. Requires each county to publish monthly updates of building and civil engineering permit data in accordance with that standard. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, Elefante |
WAL, FIN |
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SB2674
UH; Enterprise-Related Activities
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the University of Hawaii to engage in enterprise-related activities for educational purposes. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KIDANI |
EDU, WAM |
HB2171 |
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SB2675 SD1
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Extension; Partners; Limited Liability Companies
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Clarifies that a partner or member of a partnership or limited liability company that has been allocated a low-income housing tax credit issued after July 1, 2026, may either further allocate the credit or transfer, sell, or assign all or a portion of the credit to any taxpayer. Extends the sunset date of Act 129, SLH 2016, relating to the low-income housing tax credit, until 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RICHARDS |
HOU, WAM |
HB1920 |
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SB2676 SD1
HHFDC; Housing Development Projects; General Excise Tax Exemptions; County Housing Incentive Programs
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to approve and certify general excise tax exemptions, including for non-contracting costs, for certain housing development projects developed under county housing incentive programs. Makes conforming amendments. Sunsets 7/1/2031. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KANUHA |
HOU, WAM |
HB2385 |
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SB2677
Keiki Caucus; State Public Charter School Commission; Public Charter Schools; Meal Subsidies; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires public charter schools participating in the National School Lunch Program to provide free meals to students whose family income is no more than three hundred per cent of the federal poverty level. Appropriates funds. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDU, WAM |
HB1561 |
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SB2678 SD1
Keiki Caucus; Judiciary; Child Welfare System; Legal Services for Youth; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Establishes a working group within the Judiciary to improve family court processes, including access to legal representation for youth in the child welfare system. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB1565 |
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SB2679 SD1
Keiki Caucus; DOH; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division; Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a one-year Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project that will enable the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division of the Department of Health to develop and make publicly available a digital platform designed to help young people address and manage mental health challenges. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM, LAMOSAO, LEE, C. |
HHS, WAM |
HB1562 |
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SB2680
Keiki Caucus; Electric Bicycles; Electric Micro Mobility Devices; Regulation; Electric Mobility Devices; High-Speed Electric Device; Electric Motorcycles
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Beginning 12/31/2026, establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of "bicycle" for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines "electric bicycle" in place of "low-speed electric bicycle". Defines "electric micro-mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters. Prohibits a person under the age of sixteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of eighteen without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes. Substitutes the term "motor-driven cycle" with the term "motor scooter". |
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2/5/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM, LAMOSAO |
TRS, CPN/JDC |
HB1564 |
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SB2681
Keiki Caucus; Cigarettes, Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale; Regulation; County Authority
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals existing law that preempts local ordinances or regulations that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices and voids any existing local laws and regulations conflicting with the state law governing smoking. 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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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC |
HB1563 |
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SB2682
DHS; Medicaid; Child Care Subsidies; Caregivers; Caregiver Capacity; Eligibility; Home and Community-Based Services; Assessments; Evaluations; Long-Term Care Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT.
Extends child care subsidies to disabled parents or guardians, regardless of their employment status. Requires the Department of Human Services to evaluate caregiver capacity and dependent-care responsibilities when determining eligibility for medicaid home- and community-based services. Requires the Department of Human Services to update its evaluation form and functional assessment protocols related to level of care and at-risk needs determinations. Appropriates funds. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB1674, HB2009 |
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SB2683
Taxation; Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit; Applicable Percentage; Employment-related Expenses
RELATING TO THE HOUSEHOLD AND DEPENDENT CARE SERVICES TAX CREDIT.
Increases a taxpayer's applicable percentage of employment-related expenses that is used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit. Extends the sunset date of the temporary increase in maximum employment-related expenses that are used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit, established by Act 163, SLH 2023, to 6/30/2030. Sunsets 6/30/2030. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB2007 |
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SB2684
Hawaii Rx Kids Program; Expectant Mothers; Households; Payments; Department of Human Services
RELATING TO CHILD WELL-BEING.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish and administer a Hawaii Rx kids program to improve the economic stability of households with very young children who reside in the State through a one-time payment and several monthly payments. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB2006 |
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SB2685
DLNR; Community Co-Management Agreements; Public Lands
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to enter into community co-management agreements and establishes qualifications for eligible community co-managers. Authorizes the disposition of public lands by a community co-management agreement. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to WLA, JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, JDC |
HB2218 |
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SB2686
Condominiums; Associations of Apartment Owners; Board; Insurance; Disclosures; Commissions
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires an insurance producer to disclose a description of services to be provided, and compensation and commission to be received, before the procurement, placement, or renewal of any insurance policy purchased by a condominium association, and incorporates verification procedures into annual audit requirements. Requires at least two competitive quotes from insurance producers for any association insurance policy procurement, placement, or renewal with an annual premium greater than $250,000. Requires the board of directors to prepare and disclose to unit owners a one-page project summary for any capital improvement, repair, or maintenance project authorized with an estimated cost greater than $200,000. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to CPN. |
FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Ihara |
CPN |
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SB2687 SD1
DOE; Public Schools; 100th Infantry Battalion; Asian American History; Curricula Plan; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to report to the Legislature on the integration of certain content into existing social studies curricula at public schools. Establishes a one-year 100th Infantry Battalion history curriculum pilot program within certain public high schools during the 2026-2027 school year. Requires reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, Ihara |
EDN, FIN |
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SB2688 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Paroling Authority; Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Compassionate Release; Working Group ($)
RELATING TO COMPASSIONATE RELEASE.
Establishes a protocol for compassionate release for certain ill or seriously debilitated incarcerated persons. Establishes a temporary working group within the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to develop initial administrative rules to implement the protocol. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/27/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 839). |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA, FIN |
HB1628 |
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SB2689
Stormwater Management Systems; Agricultural Ponds; Low-Risk Green Stormwater Infrastructure
RELATING TO STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.
Exempts agricultural ponds and low-risk green stormwater infrastructure from regulations covering retention ponds. Defines agricultural ponds and low-risk green stormwater infrastructure. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG/AEN, WAM. |
FUKUNAGA, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
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SB2690
DHS; Health Carriers; Primary Care Providers; Primary Care Access Visits; Community Access Primary Care Sites; Downcoding; MED-QUEST; Prohibitions; Reports; Special Fund
RELATING TO PRIMARY CARE.
Requires all health carriers to allocate, initially, not less than 6% of the carrier's total medical expenditures to primary care providers, with the percentage increasingly incrementally to 12%. Requires health carriers to pay primary care providers directly, rather than through administrative mechanisms. Places restrictions on downcoding and claim modifications. Requires health carriers to ensure access to primary care in rural areas, including access to Primary Care Access Visits and Community Access Primary Care Sites. Requires Insurance Commissioner to administer requirements established in bill. Requires the Department of Human Services Med-QUEST Division to apply the Act, to the extent permitted by federal law and subject to any federal approvals, to Medicaid managed care organizations. Requires reports. Requires the Auditor to evaluate the impact of the Act on various metrics 3 years after the measure's effective date. Establishes the primary care stabilization special fund. |
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2/18/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, Chang, Fukunaga, Gabbard |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
HB1965 |
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SB2691 SD1
DOT; Clean Vehicle Special Fund; Clean Vehicle Rebate Program; Rebate; Environment; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION AFFORDABILITY.
Requires the Department of Transportation to establish a Clean Vehicle Rebate Program to provide rebates for the purchase or lease of certain new and used zero-emission vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Establishes the Clean Vehicle Special Fund. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
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2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Lamosao |
TRS, WAM |
HB2030 |
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SB2692 SD1
BLNR; DLNR; Public Land; Grand Naniloa Golf Course; Banyan Drive; Acquisition of Leasehold; Eminent Domain; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire, through eminent domain or otherwise, the leasehold interest in the parcel identified as tax map key: (3) 2-1-001:012 and currently used as the Grand Naniloa Golf Course. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve a new use for the parcel after providing an opportunity for public testimony. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, LEE, C. |
WLA, WAM |
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SB2693 SD1
Capital Improvement Project; GO Bonds; Aerospace Infrastructure; Hilo International Airport; DOT; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR AEROSPACE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Authorizes the issuance of $15 million in general obligation bonds to finance the planning, design, and construction of a 50,000 square foot aerospace hangar and related facilities at Hilo international airport. Requires matching contributions from the federal government and private sector. Directs appropriation to be expended by the Department of Transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
TRS/EDT, WAM |
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SB2694 SD2 HD2 CD1
PUC; Water Carriers; Tariffs; Water Carrier Inflationary Cost Index; Automatic Adjustment Mechanism; Rate Adjustments
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish automatic adjustment mechanisms to address economic factors sua sponte or on application by a water carrier. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a water carrier inflationary cost index automatic adjustment mechanism. Beginning 7/1/2026, through 6/30/2029, requires the Public Utilities Commission to apply automatic adjustment mechanisms. Beginning 7/1/2029, through 6/30/2033, authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to apply automatic adjustment mechanisms. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to waive or exempt any water carrier from any requirement under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Sunsets 7/1/2033. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
HB2386 |
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SB2695 SD1 HD1
Pedestrian Safety; Crosswalks; Penalties
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
Clarifies a driver's obligations at crosswalks. Requires drivers to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in crosswalks. Strengthens penalties for traffic violations, particularly in school zones. Expands the offense of negligent injury in the second degree to include bodily injury to a vulnerable user by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/30/2026- 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, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., RHOADS, Elefante, Moriwaki |
TRN, JHA |
HB2186 |
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SB2696
DOT; Judiciary; New Motor Vehicle Dealers; Vehicle Manufacturers; New Passenger Vehicles; Intelligent Speed Assistance Systems; Penal Code; Traffic Offenses
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Beginning with the 2030 model year, requires new passenger vehicles to be equipped with passive intelligent speed assistance systems. Beginning 7/1/2030: makes circumventing or tampering with an active intelligence speed assistance system a misdemeanor; requires the Department of Transportation to select a vendor for the installation and maintenance of active intelligent speed assistance systems; and allows the Judiciary to impose the installation of active intelligent speed assistance systems as an additional penalty and as part of a license suspension or revocation for repeat offenders of certain traffic violations. |
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2/5/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, Lamosao |
TRS, CPN/JDC |
HB2023 |
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SB2697 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOT; Counties; Motor Vehicles; Shoulder Lanes; Registration; Expired Registration; Out-of-state Motor Vehicles; High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes; Enforcement; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits vehicles from driving on the shoulder of a roadway, except in certain circumstances. Specifies that a vehicle with an expired registration of one or more years may be subject to impoundment. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Increases the fine amount for owners of out-of-state motor vehicles who fail to register the vehicle in the State. Establishes minimum and maximum statutory penalties for violations relating to the use of high occupancy vehicle lanes. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, JHA |
HB2027 |
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SB2698 SD2 HD1
DOT; TAT; Cruise Ships; Passenger Head Fee; Cruise Ship Special Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to assess a per passenger head fee against cruise ships docking in the State's commercial harbors in addition to existing port user fees. Establishes the Cruise Ship Special Fund. Repeals existing law imposing the Transient Accommodations Tax on cruise ships, effective retroactive to 1/1/2026. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 816). |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, TOU, FIN |
HB2195 |
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SB2699
DOT; Fare-Free Youth Transit Program; Keiki Ride Free; Public Transit; Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSIT.
Establishes within the Department of Transportation a fare-free youth transit program, to be coordinated with the counties. Establishes a fare-free youth transit program special fund. Requires biannual evaluations of the new program and special fund. Allocates moneys from the environmental response, energy, and food security tax to the fare-free youth transit program special fund. Appropriates moneys into and out of the fare-free youth transit program special fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. |
(S)
2/12/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA |
TRS/EIG, WAM |
HB1879 |
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SB2700
Conveyance Tax; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Infrastructure Funding; County-designated Transit-oriented Development; Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Fund; DHHL
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Restructures the conveyance tax to a marginal rate system for the sale of properties with residential use, adjusts the tax for multifamily properties to reflect value on a per-unit basis, and applies a cost-of-living adjustment to conveyance tax rates. Allocates revenues from conveyance tax collections. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax collections to the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to fund infrastructure programs in county-designated transit-oriented development areas that meet minimum standards of transit-supportive density. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax revenues to the Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Fund. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to WLA/HOU/HWN, WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, RICHARDS |
WLA/HOU/HWN, WAM |
HB2049 |
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SB2701
West Hawaii Regional Health Care System; North Kona; Outpatient Care Center; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE WEST HAWAII REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds for the planning, design, site work, and construction of a new outpatient care center in North Kona. |
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2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1978 |
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SB2702 SD1
HHCA; DHHL; Counties; Right of Refusal; Real Property; Delinquent Taxes
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes a limited right of first refusal for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands with respect to county real property tax sales. Requires advance notice from the counties to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands of qualifying properties. (SD1) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, RICHARDS, Lamosao, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
HWN, WAM |
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SB2703
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Area-Wide Fruit Fly Suppression Program, Appropriation
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for the Area-Wide Fruit Fly Suppression Program. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2551 |
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SB2704 SD1
DAB; Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUBSISTENCE GARDENING.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity a temporary Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2572 |
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SB2705
UH; CTAHR; Food Security; Human and Community Resilience Institute; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCE.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience for the development of its human and community resilience institute. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG |
EDU, WAM |
HB1605 |
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SB2706 SD1 HD1
DAB; LCC; DHRD; Agriculture and Biosecurity Workforce Development Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a five-year Agriculture and Biosecurity Workforce Development Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii's Leeward Community College and the Department of Human Resources Development. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
AGR, HED, FIN |
HB2573 |
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SB2707
UH College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Center for Biosecurity Research, Education, and Extension; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Requires the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience to establish a Center for Biosecurity Research, Education, and Extension to develop and implement innovative solutions for detecting, monitoring, eradicating, and managing invasive species. Appropriates funds. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
HB1951 |
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SB2708
University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Agricultural Research and Extension Station Kauai; Capital Improvements; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes the issuance of GO bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvements for the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience's Agricultural Research and Extension Station on Kauai. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
EDU, WAM |
HB1952 |
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SB2709 SD1
DAB; Akamai Arrival Program; State of Hawaii Biosecurity Declaration; Enforcement
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to enforce the Akamai Arrival Program. Requires DAB to strengthen enforcement of plant and non-domestic animal quarantine and microorganism importations. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN/TRS, WAM |
HB2550 |
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SB2710 SD1
Counties; Animal Cruelty; Commercial Dog Breeders; Licensing; Regulations; Penalties
RELATING TO ANIMALS.
Defines a "dog breeder" as any person who owns, possesses, controls, or otherwise has charge or custody of more than ten dogs over the age of twelve months with intact sexual organs, and who sells, barters, or otherwise transfers more than three litters and more than twenty-five dogs per calendar year. Requires dog breeders to meet minimum standards of care and not place certain types of dogs in the same enclosure to ensure the proper treatment and care of dogs and the dogs' offspring. Prohibits any person from owning or having custody of more than thirty dogs over one year with intact sexual organs. Requires dog breeders to maintain specific written records for each dog for a specified period. Authorizes each county to assess, implement, and enforce its own licensing system for dog breeders. Establishes civil penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, LEE, C., Wakai |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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SB2711
PUC; Intervenor Compensation Program; Establishment; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish an Intervenor Compensation Program to reimburse qualified intervenors participating in commission proceedings for reasonable costs incurred for making substantial contributions. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
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1/28/2026- Referred to CPN, WAM . |
GABBARD, LEE, C. |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2712 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Industrial Hemp; Agriculture; Hawaii Hemp Special Fund; Hemp Paper Packaging Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEMP.
Establishes the Hawaii Hemp Special Fund. Establishes the Hemp Paper Packaging Pilot Program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2713 SD1
Restricted Use Pesticides; Elderly Health Care Facilities; Buffer Zone; Exemptions; Invasive Species Control
RELATING TO PESTICIDE BUFFER ZONES.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the application of restricted use pesticides within a half-mile radius of elderly health care facilities, with certain exemptions. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, Ihara, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
AGR, JHA |
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SB2714
DOH; Counties; Cellular Tower; Cellular Antenna; Radiofrequency Energy; Exposure; Testing; Vegetation Management; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CELLULAR TOWERS.
Requires the Department of Health to provide public guidance on radiofrequency energy exposure and conduct statewide monitoring. Prohibits the trimming, removal, or alteration of trees or vegetation by counties around cellular towers or antennas solely to improve wireless signal reception or network performance, except as necessary for safety or protection of the equipment. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to HHS/EIG, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, Ihara |
HHS/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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SB2715
HPD; Automated DNA Match Tracking System; Database; Forensic Information; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION.
By July 1, 2027, requires the Honolulu Police Department to establish and maintain a statewide automated DNA match tracking system. Requires the Department to submit an annual report to the Legislature and post the report to the Department's website. Requires each law enforcement agency and prosecuting attorney's office that submits DNA to a crime laboratory in the State to participate in the automated DNA match tracking system. Establishes mandatory deadlines for entities participating in the automated DNA match tracking system after confirmation of a DNA database match. Establishes privacy and data protection guidelines for the statewide automated DNA match tracking system. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
PSM/LBT, WAM/JDC |
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SB2716
DBEDT; Cooperative Development Program; Grants; Rules; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COOPERATIVES.
Establishes a Cooperative Development Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to award grants to support the establishment of new cooperatives in the State. Requires the Department to adopt rules. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2031. |
(S)
2/19/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, CHANG, LEE, C., Ihara |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2717
DAB; Biosecurity Government-Industry Agreements; Liability; Costs; Working Group
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Amends section 150A-58, Hawaii Revised Statute, to clarify that signatory industries to a biosecurity government-industry agreement shall not be liable for costs related to performing activities pursuant to the agreement. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish a working group that comprises signatories of the biosecurity government-industry agreements for joint-decision making. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN, JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, C., MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB2497 |
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SB2718 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Food Hub Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FOOD HUB PILOT PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds to the Food Hub Pilot Program. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AEN/GVO, WAM |
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SB2719
Department of Taxation; Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security Tax; Carbon Emissions; Carbon Cashback Tax Credit; Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes the Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund. Gradually increases the Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security Tax and establishes a refundable income tax credit to mitigate the effect of the increased tax on taxpayers. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to AEN/EIG, WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Elefante |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
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SB2720 SD1
Firearm Injury; Cost Recovery; Restitution Fund
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Establishes the Hawai?i Firearm Injury Restitution Fund funded by contribution payments made by firearm manufacturers as a condition of market participation. Provides no-fault, first-payer coverage for medical and other costs arising from firearm injuries. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
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SB2721 SD1 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Penal Code; Advisory Committee Recommendations; Implementation
RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE.
Implements recommendations from the 2025 Advisory Committee on Penal Code Review, established pursuant to Act 245, SLH 2024, to amend the Hawaii Penal Code. Effective 9/1/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS, CHANG, INOUYE |
JHA, FIN |
HB2414 |
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SB2722
Office of Elections; Voter Service Centers; Accessibility; Accommodations
RELATING TO VOTER SERVICE CENTERS.
Requires clerks at a voter service center to maintain separate lines for voters with accessibility needs, voters who are newly registering or conducting a change of name or residence, and all other voters unless a line is unoccupied. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to EIG, JDC. |
RHOADS |
EIG, JDC |
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SB2723 HD1
State Sheriffs Day; Commemoration
RELATING TO STATE SHERIFFS DAY.
Establishes April 27 of each year as State Sheriffs Day to commemorate the establishment of the Office of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1846. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/10/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 564). |
RHOADS |
CAA, JHA |
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SB2724
DOT; Parking Cash-out Program
RELATING TO PARKING.
Requires employers of twenty or more persons to offer a parking cash-out program in place of a parking subsidy and report to the Department of Transportation. Requires the Department of Transportation to report to the Legislature, adopt rules, and impose fines or penalties on violators. |
(S)
1/28/2026- Referred to TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
TRS, WAM |
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SB2725
Female Genital Mutilation; Penalties; Civil Action; Education and Outreach; Child Abuse and Neglect; Harm
RELATING TO FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION.
Establishes the offense of prohibited acts related to female genital mutilation of a minor. Authorizes a victim of female genital mutilation to bring a civil action for damages under certain conditions. Amends the statutory definitions of "child abuse or neglect" and "harm" to include prohibited acts related to female genital mutilation of a minor. |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to HHS, JDC. |
RHOADS |
HHS, JDC |
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SB2726
DOT; County Transit Agencies; Youth Ride Free Pilot Program; Reimbursement; Public Transportation; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes a two-year Youth Ride Free Pilot Program within the Department of Transportation. Specifies that certain Program administrative costs incurred by the counties are eligible for reimbursement from the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2028. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to TRS, WAM. |
RHOADS |
TRS, WAM |
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SB2727 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Civil Rights Commission; Anti-discrimination; Statute of Limitations
RELATING TO DISCRIMINATION.
Lengthens the statute of limitations to file a complaint of discrimination with the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission to one year. (CD1) |
(S)
4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS |
JHA |
HB1522 |
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SB2728
Elections; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Appropriates funds to: (1) the counties for more voter service centers for in-person voting; (2) the Office of Elections to print and mail the digital voter information guide to all registered voters; and (3) the Office of Elections to support a public outreach and engagement campaign to encourage greater voter participation. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
RHOADS, CHANG, Elefante, Ihara |
JDC/EIG, WAM |
HB1525 |
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SB2729
UH; Hawaii Crime Lab; AG; Law Enforcement Stops; Uses of Force; Complaints
RELATING TO POLICING.
Requires law enforcement agencies and police oversight agencies to collect and report certain data regarding law enforcement stops, uses of force, and complaints to the Hawaii Crime Lab affiliated with the University of Hawaii. Requires the Hawaii Crime Lab to collect and publish incident-level information and an annual report on the data collected. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to adopt rules, in coordination with the Hawaii Crime Lab. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. |
RHOADS |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
HB1790 |
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SB2730 SD2 HD1
Judiciary; Arrests; Warrantless; Citations; Reports
RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM.
Establishes factors under which officers may arrest and detain persons without a warrant for petty misdemeanors and violations, and requires officers to document the justification for the arrests. Amends the circumstances under which officers may issue citations in lieu of arrest. Requires officers to issue citations in lieu of arrest for certain petty misdemeanors and violations, unless public safety or flight risks are present or the alleged offense involves operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant or the abuse of family or household members. Requires the Judiciary to promulgate a standardized citation form and updates the required information for citations. Requires the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit reports. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/28/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 870). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
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SB2731 SD1 HD1
Penal Code; Misdemeanors; Sentencing; Nonviolent Offenses
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Limits the maximum term of imprisonment for misdemeanors, or for offenses punishable by up to or not exceeding one year, to three hundred sixty-four days. Allows individuals previously sentenced to a one-year term of imprisonment to apply to the court for a sentence modification to conform to the new limit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG |
JHA |
HB1548 |
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SB2732
Pretrial Release; Bail
RELATING TO PRETRIAL RELEASE.
Requires certain factors to be considered when determining a defendant's financial ability to afford bail. |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
JDC |
HB1516 |
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SB2733
Department of Health; Department of the Attorney General; Liquor Commissions; Intoxicating Liquor; Advertisements; Cancer-Risk Warnings; Penalties
RELATING TO LIQUOR.
Requires an advertisement for liquor or alcohol to include a cancer-risk warning. Establishes guidelines for cancer-risk warnings included in advertisements for liquor or alcohol. Establishes penalties for an advertiser that fails to include a compliant cancer-risk warning in an advertisement for liquor or alcohol. Effective 1/1/2027. |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/HHS. |
RHOADS |
CPN/HHS |
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SB2734
Firearms; Gun Safety; .50 Caliber Firearms; Prohibitions
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
After 7/1/2026, prohibits firearms with the capacity to fire ammunition of fifty caliber or higher with exceptions. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
RHOADS |
PSM, JDC |
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SB2735
Elections; Election Watchers; News Media
RELATING TO ELECTION WATCHERS.
Specifies that each qualified political party may have one election watcher. Allows the news media to act as election watchers. Allows the clerk to permit additional election watchers. Specifies conditions for election watchers while serving. Effective 8/9/2026. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to EIG, JDC. |
RHOADS |
EIG, JDC |
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SB2736
Procurement; Environmental Product Declaration; Climate Change Potential; State Construction Projects
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires the submission and retention of environmental product declarations for state construction projects. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to GVO/AEN, JDC. |
RHOADS |
GVO/AEN, JDC |
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SB2737 SD1 HD1
Bribery; Elected Official; Failure to Report; Pecuniary Benefit
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes the offense of failure to report bribery by a state elected official as a misdemeanor. Requires a state elected official who knows of or witnesses the conferring, offering, solicitation, or acceptance of a pecuniary benefit in violation of the bribery statute to report the conduct to the Department of the Attorney General, a county prosecuting attorney, a law enforcement agency, the State Ethics Commission, or a county ethics board within sixty days. Defines "state elected official". Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
JHA |
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SB2738 SD1
Department of Taxation; Taxation; Corporations; Combined Reporting; State-by-State Reporting; Penalties
RELATING TO TAX HAVEN ABUSE.
Effective 1/1/2028, requires corporations to include in their income the income of all foreign subsidiaries to the State; applies the State's apportionment formula to determine the share of reported profits subject to the appropriate tax, which shall be deposited into the state general fund; and requires corporations to report all profits, losses, revenues, and inter-company transactions made and all taxes paid in other states. Establishes penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN/JDC, WAM |
HB2149 |
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SB2739
DCCA; Dealing and Fitting of Hearing Aids; High School Students; Temporary License; Structured Training Program
RELATING TO LICENSURE.
Authorizes the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to issue a temporary license to engage in the practice of dealing and fitting of hearing aids to high school students enrolled in a structured training program. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, LAMOSAO, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2740
Counties; Farm Cluster Housing; Agricultural Districts; Permissible Uses
RELATING TO FARM EMPLOYEE HOUSING.
Authorizes farm cluster housing on certain agricultural land within agricultural districts. Requires the counties adopt ordinances to allow farm cluster housing. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to AEN/EIG/WLA, WAM/JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Lamosao, Wakai |
AEN/EIG/WLA, WAM/JDC |
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SB2741 SD1
GET; Agricultural Inputs; Exemption
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts agricultural inputs from the general excise tax. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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SB2742
Dog Attacks; Livestock; Liability
RELATING TO DOG ATTACKS.
Clarifies owner liability and increases penalties and enforcement mechanisms for dog attacks on livestock. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to AEN, JDC. |
RICHARDS, INOUYE, MCKELVEY, Lamosao, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, JDC |
HB2152 |
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SB2743
Building Permits; Agricultural Structures; Exemptions
RELATING TO BUILDING PERMITS.
Exempts certain agricultural buildings, structures, and appurtenances from building codes and permitting requirements. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to AEN/EIG, JDC. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
AEN/EIG, JDC |
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SB2744
Due Process; State Agencies; Public Proceedings; Minimum Requirements; Fiscal Accountability; Reports; Whistleblowers' Protection Act
RELATING TO DUE PROCESS.
Requires state agencies to provide an affected person with written notice containing certain information before taking final administrative actions that materially and adversely affect the person's protected liberty or property interest. Prohibits a state agency from implementing a final adverse action until the completion of any timely requested contested case proceeding unless the state agency makes certain written findings. Requires state agencies to take certain steps to ensure impartial decision-making. Requires each state agency to submit an annual report to the Legislature and make the report available on the agency's website. Requires a claim against the State for a violation of a procedural due process requirement to be satisfied from the operating budget of the state agency whose action or omission gave rise to the violation and not from the general fund. Clarifies that reporting of due process rights violations is protected under the State's Whistleblowers' Protection Act. |
(S)
2/5/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, Lamosao, San Buenaventura |
GVO, JDC/WAM |
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SB2745
DLNR; Non-Agricultural Parks; Lease Negotiations
RELATING TO NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LEASES.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to extend the term by thirty years of any lease covering a non-agricultural park no greater than twenty-five acres and with fewer than fifteen years remaining in the term. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to WLA/AEN, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, San Buenaventura |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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SB2746
Income Taxation; Individuals; Medical Travel; Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an income tax credit for medically related travel expenses not covered by insurance. Sunsets 1/1/2031. |
(S)
2/17/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDT, WAM |
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SB2747
Conservation District; Agricultural Enterprises; Right to Farm; Former Sugarcane Lands; Diversified Agriculture; Permit; Exemption
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Exempts any agricultural enterprise practicing diversified agriculture on lands formerly used for commercial sugarcane production within the conservation district from any permitting and site plan approval requirements established for lands in a conservation district. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB2425 |
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SB2748
HHFDC; Affordable Housing; County Powers; Sunset
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Repeals the sunset date of Act 45, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, thereby making permanent the authority of the counties to share in facilitating the development, construction, financing, refinancing, or other provision of mixed-use developments, including low- and moderate-income housing projects, and issue county bonds for this purpose. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HOU/EIG, WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
HB1718 |
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SB2749 SD1
Penal Code; Sentencing; Repeat Offenders; Probation
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Amends repeat offender sentencing provisions to allow sentencing courts, under certain circumstances, to sentence defendants in class C felony cases to probation with appropriate terms and conditions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG |
PSM, JDC |
HB1627 |
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SB2750
DLNR; Public Lands; Leases; Unconscionability; Market Rate
RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Increases the maximum term for leases of public lands to ninety-nine years. Prohibits commercial leases and government use agreements of public lands at rates below market rate, with exceptions. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
CHANG |
WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2751 SD1
Workers' Compensation; Benefits; Prescription Drugs; Compounded Prescription Drugs; Physician Dispensing Timeframe; Non-FDA-Approved Drugs; Identification; Statement of Medical Necessity
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Defines compounded prescription drugs for the purposes of the State's Workers' Compensation Law. Limits dispensing of prescription drugs by physician to 30 days after the industrial injury and requires all prescription drugs to be obtained through the employer's pharmacy benefit manager thereafter. Requires prescription drugs not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), such as compounds, to be identified as compounds when listed on the treatment plan and when billed, and be supported by a statement of medical necessity documenting the case of medical need for a compound drug over an FDA-approved over-the-counter or prescription drug of similar therapeutic effect. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
3/3/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
IHARA |
LBT/HHS, JDC |
HB2164 |
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SB2752
Safe Routes to School; Funding; Eligibility and Accountability
RELATING TO SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL.
Clarifies eligibility and improves accountability for the use of Safe Routes to School funds. Repeals the position of safe routes to school program coordinator. Repeals certain requirements for county programs. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to TRS, WAM. |
KANUHA |
TRS, WAM |
HB2454 |
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SB2753
DOH; Individual Wastewater Systems; Nearshore Waters; Shorelines; Denitrification Capacity
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Beginning 7/1/2027, requires newly installed or modified individual wastewater systems that are near the shoreline or on highly porous soils to include denitrification capacity. Requires the Department of Health to provide appropriate reductions in requirements to leach fields and wastewater systems with denitrification capacity. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
KANUHA |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
HB2245 |
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SB2754 SD1
Department of Education; Civic Education; Public Middle Schools; Public Intermediate Schools; Civic Education Grant Program; Civic Education Trust Fund; Reports
RELATING TO CIVIC EDUCATION.
Establishes a Civic Education Grant Program to provide support to public middle and intermediate schools in providing civic education to students through department approved programming. Establishes a Civic Education Trust Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
IHARA |
EDU, WAM |
HB2127 |
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SB2755
University of Hawaii; Board of Regents; Tuition Waiver; Native Hawaiians
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.
Requires the Board of Regents to grant a waiver on all tuition for qualifying native Hawaiian and Hawaiian students enrolled within the University of Hawaii System. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to EDU/HWN, WAM. |
KANUHA |
EDU/HWN, WAM |
HB2016, HB2210 |
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SB2756 HD1 CD1
DLNR; DOCARE; Hawaii Island Branch; Equipment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CONSERVATION ENFORCEMENT.
Appropriates funds for equipment for the Hawaii Island Branch of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
EEP, FIN |
HB2018 |
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SB2757 SD2
DCCA; DFI; Digital Asset Companies; Digital Asset Charter; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DIGITAL ASSET CHARTERS.
Establishes within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' Division of Financial Institutions, beginning 1/1/2027, a digital asset charter program for licensing, regulating, and overseeing digital asset companies and digital asset business activities. Authorizes companies that participated in the Hawaii Digital Currency Innovation Lab to temporarily continue digital asset business activities without a charter in certain circumstances. Appropriates moneys from the compliance resolution fund. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, Wakai |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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SB2758
BLNR; OHA; Public Lands; Military Leases; Extension; Live-Fire Training; Bombing; Prohibition
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND DISPOSITIONS.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to consult with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs before approving a long-term lease of public lands to another government, governmental agency, utility, or renewable energy developer. Prohibits the Board from extending leases allowing the live-fire training and bombing of public lands, except for a one-time extension of up to five years to phase out existing leases allowing the live‑fire training and bombing of public lands. Excludes lands set aside to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands or lands designated for return to the State from the one-time extension. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to WLA/HWN/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., San Buenaventura |
WLA/HWN/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2759
BLNR; Public Lands; Military Use; Leases; Extension
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND DISPOSITIONS.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to extend the term of all leases of public lands to the United States Military that expire in 2028, 2029, 2030, or 2031 for a period of five years to allow the Military additional time to complete and submit an environmental impact statement for the leased public lands. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, FUKUNAGA, Kanuha, Moriwaki |
WLA/PSM, JDC/WAM |
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SB2760 SD1
DAB; Pests; Invasive Species; Importation; Inspection; Sale; Prohibition; Quarantine; Interim Rules; Penalties; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Clarifies that the importation of any item or material infested or infected with an insect or other animal, disease, or pest is prohibited. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt rules to designate certain restricted articles to require a compliance agreement prior to importation. Clarifies that the State is not responsible for any economic loss or damages related to any actions by the Department under chapter 150A, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Authorizes the Department to administratively inspect any article imported or moved into the State from the continental United States or between the islands of the State. Authorizes the Department to compel the quarantine of certain non-agricultural items or materials. Allows for certain interim rules adopted by the Department to be effective for up to two years. Clarifies penalties for various quarantine and import law violations. Appropriates funds to establish one full-time equivalent position within the Department to assist the Plant Industry Division Administrator in drafting, reviewing, and updating certain administrative rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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SB2761 SD2 HD2
Digital Application Store Providers; Social Media Platforms; Individuals Under Sixteen Years of Age; Age Verification; Parental Consent; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices
RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA.
Requires a digital application store provider to verify the age of users, require parental consent for users under sixteen years of age to download or purchase, or make a purchase on, a social media platform, and distribute that information to social media platforms. Requires social media platforms to obtain the age information from digital application store providers, determine whether parental consent has been provided for young persons, and take reasonable steps to identify young person users through their algorithms. Effective 1/1/2077. (HD2) |
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4/1/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Gabbard, Wakai |
HSH, CPC, JHA |
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SB2762
Bail; Bond; Recognizance; Sureties; Bail Agents; Insurers; Qualifications; Discharge; Forfeiture; Reinstatement
RELATING TO BAIL.
Allows a court to consider relevant evidence and make a determination to grant, deny, or set conditions of bail. Requires that a defendant is to be presumed entitled to bail unless certain conditions are met. Requires a court to set aside the forfeiture of bail if the defendant voluntarily appears before the court or is surrendered by the surety or bail agent within ninety days after a failure to appear. Requires a court to obtain the consent of the surety or bail agent to reinstate bail. Clarifies qualifications for bail agents, insurers, and sureties. Clarifies the process for the discharge of bail agents, insurers, and sureties. Allows a court discretion to determine whether the forfeiture of bail is appropriate. Requires a motion by the principal to set aside an order of forfeiture to provide the surety or insurer with prompt notice affording opportunity to join the motion. Allows courts discretion to reinstate a bond or recognizance or return the bond or recognizance to the appropriate party after vacating a judgment of forfeiture. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM/CPN, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
PSM/CPN, JDC |
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SB2763
DLIR; Center for Nursing; Hospitals; Hospital Registered Nurse Staffing Committee; Hospital Registered Nurse Staffing Plan; Nurse-to-Patient Ratio; Civil Penalties; Appeals; Rules; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO STAFFING STANDARDS AT HEALTH CARE FACILITIES.
Requires each hospital to establish a Hospital Registered Nurse Staffing Committee by 9/1/2026. Requires the Staffing Committee to adopt and file a Staffing Committee Charter with the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations by 1/1/2027. Requires the Department to develop a Hospital Registered Nurse Staffing Plan Form by 1/1/2027. Requires each Staffing Committee to adopt and file a Staffing Plan, including minimum registered nurse staffing standards, with the Department by 7/1/2027, and annually thereafter. Requires hospitals to implement their Staffing Plan by 7/1/2027, and post the Staffing Plan and staffing schedules in publicly accessible areas. Requires Staffing Committees to receive, review, evaluate, and respond to reports and complaints regarding deviations from the Staffing Plan. Establishes a variance process allowing hospitals to temporarily deviate from their minimum registered nurse staffing standards. Establishes an enforcement framework to be administered by the Department, including review of Staffing Plans, complaint investigations, administrative appeals, and civil penalties for violations. Prohibits retaliation against certain persons who report staffing concerns or participate in enforcement proceedings. Increases the membership of the Center for Nursing Advisory Board to include three elected officers or governing board members of a labor organization representing registered nurses in the State. Requires the Center for Nursing to develop and maintain an online dashboard of staffing standards recommended by certain professional specialty organizations. Requires the Department to adopt rules. Appropriates funds. |
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2/19/2026- Re-Referred to HHS/LBT, WAM/CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HHS/LBT, WAM/CPN |
HB1865 |
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SB2764
Condominiums; Associations; Common Expense Payments; Excess Amounts; Money Judgements
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies that condominium associations may apply any payment from or on behalf of an owner to amounts due by the owner under a money judgment in favor of the condominium association. |
(S)
2/13/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, Richards, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
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SB2765 SD1 HD1
Condominiums; Associations; Rental Income; Foreclosures; Third‑Party Commissioners
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies that condominium associations that have obtained title to a unit through foreclosure may retain rental income received prior to the appointment of a commissioner in a subsequent foreclosure, but the association may be required by a court to remit rental income received after the appointment of a commissioner to be held until an order of distribution is entered by the court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 761). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2766
Constitutional Amendment; Electorate; Direct Initiative (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLES II, III, AND XVII OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO PROVIDE THE ELECTORATE WITH THE POWER OF INITIATIVE.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to provide the state electorate with the power to propose statutory and constitutional amendments by initiative and to approve or reject those amendments by ballot, as provided by law. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, San Buenaventura |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2767
Office of Elections; Chief Election Officer; Elections Commission; AG; Initiative; Rules
RELATING TO INITIATIVE POWER BY THE PEOPLE.
Establishes provisions allowing registered voters to propose statutory and constitutional amendments by initiative and to approve or reject those amendments by ballot, as provided by law. Clarifies requirements and procedures for the initiative petition, the initiative measure, and the ballot containing the initiative measure. Requires the Attorney General to review all initiative petitions for validity and to provide a summary and explanation for each initiative measure in the digital voter information guide. Requires the Chief Election Officer to certify every Attorney General-approved initiative petition for sufficient number of valid signatures. Clarifies conflicts between initiative measures and contrary or similar bills. Requires the Office of Elections to adopt rules. Takes effect upon ratification of a constitutional amendment authorizing the electorate to propose ballot initiatives and to approve or reject them as provided by law. |
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2/4/2026- Re-Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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SB2768
Patient Bill of Rights; Health Insurance; Utilization Review; Artificial Intelligence; Restrictions; Adverse Actions; Health Carriers; Licensed Health Care Providers
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Establishes restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence, algorithms, or other software tools for purposes of decision-making in health insurance utilization reviews. Requires a licensed health care provider to review all adverse actions by the health carrier. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS/LBT, CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Lamosao |
HHS/LBT, CPN |
HB1787 |
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SB2769
Landfill Units; No-Pass Zone; Parcels and Zoning Information App; Prohibition; City and County of Honolulu
RELATING TO LANDFILL UNITS.
Beginning 7/1/2026, prohibits the construction, modification, or expansion of a landfill unit, or any component of a landfill unit, within the no-pass zone in a county with a population greater than five hundred thousand, with certain exemptions. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS/WLA, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, GABBARD, Richards |
HHS/WLA, WAM |
HB1673 |
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SB2770
HGIA; Cesspool Conversion Financing Program; Cesspool Conversion Loan Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOL CONVERSIONS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a cesspool conversion loan special fund, to be administered by the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, to provide low-interest loans to eligible homeowners for the upgrade, conversion, or connection of cesspools. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS/AEN/EDT, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS/AEN/EDT, WAM |
HB1618 |
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SB2771
DCCA; Professional or Vocational Licensing; Citizenship; Individual Tax Identification Numbers
RELATING TO LICENSING.
Removes the barrier requiring applicants for professional or vocational licensing to be United States citizens, United States nationals, or persons with work visas. Allows applicants to provide individual tax identification numbers in lieu of social security numbers if all other requirements are met. |
(S)
2/3/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
CPN, JDC |
HB1849 |
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SB2772
Law Enforcement; Visible Identification; Policy; Public Records; Protected Personal Information; Disclosure; Prohibition
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
By January 1, 2027, requires each law enforcement agency operating in the State to maintain a publicly available policy on the visible identification of law enforcement officers. Adds law enforcement officers to covered public servants who may request any government agency, person, or organization to not make publicly available on the Internet certain covered personal information. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2773
Hotels; Hotel Services; Service Disruption; Third-Party Vendor; Guests; Notice; Violation; Penalty
RELATING TO HOTELS.
Requires hotelkeepers to provide adequate notice of service disruptions to third-party vendors and prospective and current guests under certain conditions. Prohibits hotelkeepers from imposing any fee, penalty, or other charge and from retaining any deposit of a guest who cancels a reservation if a service disruption is likely to exist during the period of the reservation. Requires any hotelkeeper that violates or causes another person to violate this Act to forfeit to the injured party three times the amount of the sum charged in excess of what the hotelkeeper is entitled to. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to EDT, CPN/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EDT, CPN/JDC |
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SB2774
Law Enforcement; Visible Identification; Policy; Requirement
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
By January 1, 2027, requires each law enforcement agency operating in the State to maintain a publicly available policy on the visible identification of law enforcement officers. Requires all law enforcement officers in the State to visibly display identification including certain information while performing enforcement duties. Exempts officers performing undercover duties from the visible display of identification requirements. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2775
Law Enforcement; Military Equipment; Prohibition
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits law enforcement agencies from possessing or acquiring military equipment obtained through the United States Department of Defense Law Enforcement Support Office. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, RHOADS |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2776
Federal Law Enforcement; Generalized Policing; State Law Enforcement; Requests for Assistance
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits a law enforcement officer and law enforcement agency from making certain requests for assistance from federal law enforcement agencies with exceptions. Establishes requirements and limitations for law enforcement agencies to enter into agreements with federal law enforcement agencies. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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SB2777 SD1
DCCA; Insurance Division; Property Insurance; Payment of Claims; Disclosure; Violations; Penalties
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires authorized property insurers to disclose certain information regarding payment of claims for the previous year. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY |
CPN, WAM |
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SB2778 SD1
State Ethics Commission; Governor; Lieutenant Governor; Hawaii State Legislature; Executive Agencies; Securities; Trading; Acquisition; Ownership; Prohibited; Penalties; Fines
RELATING TO ETHICS.
Requires a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, department heads and their deputies, and any spouse or dependent child of a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, or department head and their deputies to place certain financial interests in a blind trust. Prohibits a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, department head and their deputies, and any spouse or dependent child of a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, or department head and their deputies from acquiring certain financial interests during their term of service. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Richards, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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SB2779
DAB; Coconut Trees; Landscape Palms; Natural Pesticides; Non-Pesticide Management; Seed Banks; Labeling; Natural Management of Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Tax Credit
RELATING TO COCONUT TREES.
Establishes recognition of coconut trees as a source of food and water, and as a cultural treasure. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to allow the use of coconut tree seed banks in the State. Requires owners or operators of property where any coconut tree is located to post and maintain a sign that clearly indicates that the coconut tree is a landscape palm. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish labeling standards for non-consumable landscape palms. Establishes an income tax credit for consumable coconut trees maintained through natural management practices. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM/CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Richards, San Buenaventura |
AEN/WLA, WAM/CPN |
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SB2780
DOH; Disposition of Human Remains; Burial-transit Permit; Funeral Establishment; Mortuary; Cemetery; Crematory; Hydrolysis Facility; Rules
RELATING TO HUMAN REMAINS.
Requires any funeral establishment, mortuary, cemetery, crematory, or hydrolysis facility to dispose of the remains of a dead human body no later than sixty days from the date a burial‑transit permit has been issued or from the date of an affidavit for amendment of the permit has been submitted, whichever is later. Specifies that the Department of Health is not required to include specific disposition dates on the permit. Requires the Department to adopt rules. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HHS, CPN |
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SB2781 SD1 HD2
Procurement; Lei; Benchmarks; Lei Materials; Labeling Requirements; Penalties
RELATING TO LEI.
Requires and establishes benchmarks for each state executive agency to ensure that a certain percentage of lei purchased by that executive agency consists of lei made of natural objects and plant materials grown, harvested, and assembled in the State. Establishes labeling requirements for lei and lei materials. Requires the disclosure of the geographic origin for the plant materials and natural objects that comprise a lei or lei materials. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:15 PM; Conference Room 411. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
AGR, FIN |
HB2194 |
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SB2782 SD1
Notary Public; Bureau of Conveyances; Fraudulently Notarized Recorded Instruments
RELATING TO NOTARIES PUBLIC.
Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to notify an affected party when any recorded instrument was purportedly fraudulently notarized, when attested to by the purported notary public. Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to allow an affected party to void the recorded instrument that was purportedly fraudulently notarized. Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to allow title holders to suspend additional recordings on their title, unless given prior authorization by the title holder, subject to certain limitations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
WLA, JDC |
HB1639 |
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SB2783
Judiciary; Mortgage Foreclosures; Online Sale Public Sale; Public Notice; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FORECLOSURES.
Authorizes the public sale of a foreclosed mortgaged property or unit on a state website to be developed and maintained by the Judiciary. Requires the public notice of the public sale of the mortgaged property or unit to include the date, time, and website address of the sale if the sale is to be held on a state website. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG |
JDC, WAM |
HB1992 |
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SB2784 SD1
DOTAX; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, applies the retail or higher general excise tax or use tax rate to purchases or imports of new motor vehicles by rental car companies. Appropriates funds to establish a position in the Department of Taxation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN/HWN, WAM |
HB2586 |
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SB2785
DHHL; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds for Department of Hawaiian Home Lands projects eligible for general fund revenues that are generated by increases in transient accommodations tax collections and intended to be expended equally across projects related to natural resources, climate resilience, and destination management. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HWN, WAM |
HB2400 |
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SB2786
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; Historic Preservation Review; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEWS.
Permits the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to conduct a review of the effect of a proposed project on lands under its jurisdiction on historical properties and burial sites, subject to certain requirements. Appropriates funds. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HWN/WLA, WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
HWN/WLA, WAM/JDC |
HB2223 |
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SB2787
Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Loans or Grants; Purchasing Rental Units
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Authorizes the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be used to provide loans or grants to eligible individuals to purchase rental units. |
(S)
2/10/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HOU, WAM |
HB2401 |
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SB2788
Attorney General; Artificial Intelligence; AI Companion Systems; Conversational AI Services; Minors; Regulation; Oversight; Penalties
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR THE PROTECTION OF MINORS.
Establishes safeguards, protections, oversight, and penalties for interactions between minors and artificial intelligence companion systems or conversational artificial intelligence services. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to LBT/HHS, JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT/HHS, JDC |
HB1782 |
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SB2789
CIP; 16th Senatorial District; Appropriation ($)
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)
1/30/2026- Referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE |
WAM |
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SB2790
DHHL; Molokai; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for contracted services for the assessment and inventory of the Molokai Irrigation System. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, RICHARDS |
HWN, WAM |
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SB2791
DHS; State Kamaʻaina Credit Program; ALICE Households; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Directs the Department of Human Services to convene a working group to develop a statewide Kamaʻaina credit program to assist asset limited, income constrained, employed households to pay for essential living costs. Requires a report to the Legislature. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Inouye, Kanuha, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2792
General Excise Tax; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Groceries; Nonprescription Drugs; Exemptions
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.
Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income from the sale of groceries that are eligible under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), regardless of the means of purchase or the SNAP eligibility of the purchaser. Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income from the sale of nonprescription drugs. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
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SB2793
Department of Education; Homeschooling; Homeschooled Students; Athletics; Individual Sports; Participation; Unattached Competitors
RELATING TO INDIVIDUAL SPORTS.
Authorizes homeschooled, high school-aged students to participate as unattached competitors in individual sports available to the public high school that the student would otherwise be required to attend. |
(S)
2/11/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
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SB2794
Elections; Campaign Finance; Reports; Defects; Deficiencies
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to send notices regarding unfiled, substantially defective, and substantially deficient reports by certified mail. Requires the Commission to specify in substantial defect and deficient report notices the nature of any substantial defect or deficiency. Allows recipients of substantial defect and deficient report notices to correct their reports up to 10 business days after the receipt of the notices. Defines the terms "substantially defective" and "substantially deficient". |
(S)
2/4/2026- Re-Referred to JDC/WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
JDC/WAM |
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SB2795 SD2 HD1
Hawaiian Flag; Display; Condominiums; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Planned Community Associations
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN FLAG.
Requires cooperative housing corporations, planned community associations, and condominium associations to allow owners to display the Hawaiian flag within the owner's property. Allows reasonable time, place, manner, and size restrictions on Hawaiian flag displays to protect a documented substantial interest of the association or corporation. Authorizes cooperative housing corporations, planned community associations, and condominium associations to impose stricter size restrictions on Hawaiian flag displays or eliminate the flagpole or have its height lowered if the documented substantial interest is related to health or safety. Effective 9/9/2129. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
CAA, CPC, JHA |
HB2532 |
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SB2796 SD1
Income Tax; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; General Excise Tax; Partial Exemption for Motion Picture Project Employers
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Imposes the manufacturing general excise tax rate on motion picture, digital media, and film productions and repeals the provision in the definition of "qualified production costs" that applied the term to mean costs incurred that are subject to the highest general excise tax rate. Exempts from the general excise tax amounts received by a motion picture project employer from a client company equal to amounts that are disbursed by the motion picture project employer for employee wages, salaries, payroll taxes, insurance premiums, and employment benefits and payments to loan-out companies. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
HB2590 |
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SB2797 SD2
OCP; Gift Cards; Gift Certificates; Consumers; Fraud Prevention; Transparency; Offenses; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Establishes a new gift card fraud law, under the scope of unfair and deceptive practices law, which requires merchants and third-party gift card resellers to take certain steps to prevent gift card scams. Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to create model notices and issue certain guidelines. Requires the conspicuous provision of information regarding terms and conditions of gift certificates, regardless of whether the cards are sold in person, electronically, or telephonically. Extends the minimum redemption period for paper gift certificates from two to four years. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
DECOITE |
CPC, JHA |
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SB2798 SD1 HD1
Law Enforcement; Agricultural Enforcement Program; Permanent; Statewide
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Makes permanent the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program established pursuant to Act 235, SLH 2025. Renames the program as the Agricultural Enforcement Program and expands the program statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
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SB2799 SD1
DHHL; DLNR; DOH; Kalaupapa Settlement; Transfer; Report
RELATING TO THE KALAUPAPA SETTLEMENT.
Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and Department of Land and Natural Resources, in consultation with the Department of Health, to submit to the Legislature a report on the plan for the transfer of powers and duties of Kalaupapa Settlement prior to the Regular Session of 2027. (SD1) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Ihara, Lamosao, Wakai |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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SB2800 SD1 HD1
DAB; DLNR; ADC; Irrigation Systems; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IRRIGATION SYSTEMS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Department of Land and Natural Resources, and Agribusiness Development Corporation to acquire, repair, and maintain irrigation systems in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
AGR, WAL, FIN |
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SB2801
Conveyance Tax; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Suspension of Tax Credits
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Repeals allocation of conveyance tax revenues to the rental housing revolving fund. Temporarily suspends selected state income tax credits retroactively to 1/1/2026. |
(S)
1/30/2026- Referred to WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, KIDANI |
WAM |
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SB2802 SD1 HD1 CD1
UH; Agricultural Sciences; Bachelor's Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to establish a bachelor's degree program in agricultural science at the University of Hawaii-West Oahu; to fund one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position; and for supplies and equipment to support the programs. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., Wakai |
HED, FIN |
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SB2803 SD1 HD1
DHS; Statewide Office of Homelessness and Housing Solutions; Homeless Programs Office; Consolidation; Homelessness; Reports; Appropriation; GO Bonds ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires DOH to submit a reorganization plan to the Legislature to consolidate the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions with the Homeless Programs Office under a single centralized entity. Specifies the contents of the reorganization plan and the dates by which the draft and final plan and timeline for reorganization must be submitted to the Legislature. Requires the consolidated entity to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriate funds. Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Kauhale Initiative and related capital improvement projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 329. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
HSH, FIN |
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SB2804 SD1 HD1
Monopolies; Restraint of Trade; Health Care; Insurance
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Prohibits acquiring and holding stocks and other interests if the acquisition and holding lessens access to health care or increases insurance rates. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
HLT, CPC |
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SB2805 SD2 HD1
Agricultural Investment Tax Credit
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a nonrefundable income tax credit to incentivize significant investment in agricultural production and support the expansion of agricultural crops that take longer to become productive. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Sunsets 1/1/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., Elefante |
AGR, FIN |
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SB2806 SD1
Real Estate; Real Estate Brokers; Public Sale; Exclusive; Unfair Practices
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE.
Prohibits real estate brokers from listing or offering the sale or lease of residential real estate to a limited or exclusive group of prospective buyers, real estate brokers, or real estate salespersons, with limited exceptions. Deems the practice an unfair or deceptive trade or practice subject to penalties and grounds for discipline. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 17 |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C. |
CPC |
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SB2807
Destination Management; Destination Management Action Plans; DLNR; HTA; DOE; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO DESTINATION MANAGEMENT.
Transfers functions relating to the preparation and implementation of destination management action plans from the Hawaii Tourism Authority to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates moneys to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop and implement destination management action plans. Appropriates moneys to the Department of Education's Workforce Development Branch for various destination management-related workforce development activities. |
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2/17/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
WLA/EDT/EDU, WAM/JDC |
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SB2808 SD1 HD1
B&F; Defeasement Trust Fund; Tax-Exempt Bonds; State Facilities; Private Use; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE BUDGET.
Establishes the Defeasement Trust Fund within the Department of Budget and Finance for the defeasement of tax-exempt bonds to allow private use of state facilities financed by tax-exempt bonds. Requires the Department to consult with bond counsel before defeasement. Appropriates moneys in and out of the Defeasement Trust Fund for defeasement of certain tax-exempt bonds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:30 PM; Conference Room 309. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI |
FIN |
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SB2809
Governor; Budget-Related Reports; Program Memoranda; Variance Reports; Program Size Indicators; Effectiveness Measures; Reviews; Updates
RELATING TO BUDGET-RELATED REPORTS.
Requires t |