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HB2
Liquor Licenses; Renewal; Protest; Denial
RELATING TO LIQUOR LICENSES.
Provides that the Liquor Commission or other licensing agency of each county shall deny the renewal of certain current liquor licenses upon receipt of sufficient protests. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
CPC |
SB113 |
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HB4
Energy; Short Form
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Short form bill relating to energy. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EEP, referral sheet 1 |
LOWEN |
EEP |
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HB5
Energy; Short Form
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Short form bill relating to energy. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EEP, referral sheet 1 |
LOWEN |
EEP |
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HB6
Energy; Short Form
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Short form bill relating to energy. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EEP, referral sheet 1 |
LOWEN |
EEP |
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HB7
Environment; Short Form
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill relating to environment. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EEP, referral sheet 1 |
LOWEN |
EEP |
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HB8
Environment; Short Form
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENT.
Short form bill relating to environment. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EEP, referral sheet 1 |
LOWEN |
EEP |
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HB9 HD1
Hawaii; Purple Heart State
DESIGNATING HAWAII AS A PURPLE HEART STATE.
Designates Hawaii as a Purple Heart State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to PSM/WLA. |
KONG |
PSM/WLA |
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HB14
Destination Management; Short Form
RELATING TO DESTINATION MANAGEMENT.
Short form bill relating to destination management. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TOU, referral sheet 1 |
TAM |
TOU |
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HB15
Lodging; Short Form
RELATING TO LODGING.
Short form bill relating to lodging. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TOU, referral sheet 1 |
TAM |
TOU |
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HB16
Tourism; Short Form
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Short form bill relating to tourism. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TOU, referral sheet 1 |
TAM |
TOU |
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HB17
Tourism; Short Form
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Short form bill relating to tourism. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TOU, referral sheet 1 |
TAM |
TOU |
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HB18
Tourism; Short Form
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Short form bill relating to tourism. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TOU, referral sheet 1 |
TAM |
TOU |
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HB20 HD1 SD2
DCCA; Insurance Division; Study; Homeowners Insurance; Lava Zones; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAVA ZONE INSURANCE.
Requires the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conduct a study on the homeowners insurance market for lava zones 1 and 2. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
ILAGAN |
CPN, WAM |
SB707 |
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HB22
Immigration; Collaboration with Federal Government; Law Enforcement Agencies
RELATING TO COLLABORATION WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
Allows state and county law enforcement agencies to collaborate with the federal government for immigration purposes in only limited, specific circumstances. |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ILAGAN |
ECD, JHA |
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HB24
Transportation; Short Form
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Short form bill relating to transportation. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TRN, referral sheet 1 |
KILA |
TRN |
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HB25
Transportation; Short Form
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Short form bill relating to transportation. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TRN, referral sheet 1 |
KILA |
TRN |
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HB26
Harbors; Short Form
RELATING TO HARBORS.
Short form bill relating to harbors. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TRN, referral sheet 1 |
KILA |
TRN |
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HB27
Highways; Short Form
RELATING TO HIGHWAYS.
Short form bill relating to highways. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TRN, referral sheet 1 |
KILA |
TRN |
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HB28
Airports; Short Form
RELATING TO AIRPORTS.
Short form bill relating to airports. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to TRN, referral sheet 1 |
KILA |
TRN |
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HB29 HD2
Counties; Civil Fines; Real Property; Power of Sale
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Authorizes counties, after adoption of power of sale laws, ordinances, or rules, to sell private property after all notices, orders, and appeal proceedings are exhausted, and to use those revenues to pay unpaid civil fines related to that property. Requires the county to remit any amounts in excess of the unpaid civil fines to the property owner. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/26/2025- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHUN |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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HB31
Health; Short Form
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill relating to health. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA |
HLT |
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HB32
Health; Short Form
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill relating to health. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA |
HLT |
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HB33
Health; Short Form
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill relating to health. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA |
HLT |
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HB34
Health; Short Form
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill relating to health. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA |
HLT |
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HB35
Health; Short Form
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Short form bill relating to health. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA |
HLT |
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HB36 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) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HHS/PSM, JDC. |
TAKAYAMA |
HHS/PSM, JDC |
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HB37
Natural Resources; Short Form
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Short form bill relating to natural resources. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to WAL, referral sheet 1 |
HASHEM |
WAL |
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HB38
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Short Form
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Short form bill relating to the department of land and natural resources. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to WAL, referral sheet 1 |
HASHEM |
WAL |
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HB39
Land Use; Short Form
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Short form bill relating to land use. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to WAL, referral sheet 1 |
HASHEM |
WAL |
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HB40
Government; Short Form
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Short form bill relating to government. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to WAL, referral sheet 1 |
HASHEM |
WAL |
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HB41
Disasters; Short Form
RELATING TO DISASTERS.
Short form bill relating to disasters. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to WAL, referral sheet 1 |
HASHEM |
WAL |
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HB42
Utilities; Short Form
RELATING TO UTILITIES.
Short form bill relating to utilities. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB43
Commerce; Short Form
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Short form bill relating to commerce. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB44
Consumer Protection; Short Form
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Short form bill relating to consumer protection. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB45
Insurance; Short Form
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Short form bill relating to insurance. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB46
Regulated Industries; Short Form
RELATING TO REGULATED INDUSTRIES.
Short form bill relating to regulated industries. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB47 HD2
DOA; Division of Animal Industry; Aquaculture Program; Import Assessment; Biological Aquatic Risk-Based Framework; Biocontainment Standards; Aquatic Livestock; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Authorizes the Division of Animal Industry of the Department of Agriculture to adopt, amend, and repeal rules to develop an assessment and approval process to import and move aquatic livestock in the State. Requires the Aquaculture Program to develop a risk-based framework and biocontainment standards for the aquatic livestock assessment and approval process. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
SB177 |
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HB48 HD2 SD1
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". Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN |
AEN, CPN |
SB500 |
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HB52
Higher Education; Short Form
RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Short form bill relating to higher education. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HED, referral sheet 1 |
GARRETT |
HED |
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HB53
University of Hawaii; Short Form
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill relating to the University of Hawaii. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HED, referral sheet 1 |
GARRETT |
HED |
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HB54 HD2 SD2
Excessive Speeding; Vehicle; Property Forfeiture; Penalties
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Increases penalties for a third or subsequent offense within five years of excessive speeding to a misdemeanor. Increases penalties for a second offense within five years of excessive speeding. Authorizes the court, as part of the person's sentencing for the third or subsequent offense, to order that the vehicle used by the person in the commission of the offense be subject to forfeiture. Requires individuals convicted of excessive speeding to be subject to identification processing procedures. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
KITAGAWA |
TRS, JDC |
SB97 |
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HB55
Fireworks; Offenses; Penalties; Felonies
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Converts certain fireworks-related offenses from misdemeanors to class C felonies. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
SOUZA, LAMOSAO, Kapela, Poepoe |
JHA |
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HB58
Penal Code; Criminal Property Damage; Business Operations; Penalty
RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Amends the misdemeanor offense of criminal property damage in the third degree to include intentionally or knowingly damaging the property of another, if the property is used in a business operation. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
SOUZA, OLDS |
JHA |
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HB65
Human Services; Short Form
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill relating to human services. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSH, referral sheet 1 |
MARTEN |
HSH |
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HB66
Human Services; Short Form
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill relating to human services. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSH, referral sheet 1 |
MARTEN |
HSH |
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HB67
Human Services; Short Form
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Short form bill relating to human services. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSH, referral sheet 1 |
MARTEN |
HSH |
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HB74
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB75
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB76
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB77
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB78
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB79
Homelessness; Short Form
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Short form bill relating to homelessness. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSH, referral sheet 1 |
MARTEN |
HSH |
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HB80
Homelessness; Short Form
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Short form bill relating to homelessness. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to HSH, referral sheet 1 |
MARTEN |
HSH |
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HB85 HD1
Conveyance Tax; Land Conservation Fund
RELATING TO THE LAND CONSERVATION FUND.
Sets the amount of conveyance tax revenues to be paid into the Land Conservation Fund to a certain per cent or monetary cap, whichever is less, of conveyance taxes collected each fiscal year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
POEPOE, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, SOUZA |
WAL/EEP, FIN |
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HB86 HD2 SD1
DLNR; Makai Watch; Marine Resources; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for the establishment of full-time equivalent permanent Makai Watch Coordinator positions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, SOUZA |
WLA, WAM |
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HB88 HD1
Department of Education; Student Athletes; Travel; Pilot Program ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT ATHLETES.
Requires the Department of Education to establish and administer a three-year student athlete travel pilot program to provide funding for intra-county travel expenses for student athletes of counties with a population of less than 500,000. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/28. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
POEPOE, CHUN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, PERRUSO, SOUZA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB89 HD3
Teacher Home Assistance Program; Teacher Recruitment and Retention; Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER HOUSING.
Establishes the Teacher Home Assistance Program to provide housing vouchers to certain eligible teachers. Appropriates funds out of the Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HOU/EDU, WAM. |
POEPOE, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
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HB90 HD1
DAGS; Salaries; Public Officers and Employees; Payroll Schedule; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION.
Amends payroll requirements for public officers and employees by requiring them to be paid pursuant to a predicted payroll schedule, rather than an after-the-fact payroll schedule. Provides that the predicted payroll schedule shall not be subject to negotiation under Chapter 89, HRS. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
GARRETT |
LAB, FIN |
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HB92 HD2
Tax Credit for Research Activities; Agricultural Business
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Includes agricultural businesses as a qualified high technology business to receive tax credits for certain research activities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 2 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Perruso voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA |
AGR, FIN |
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HB93
Agriculture; Short Form
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill relating to agriculture. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to AGR, referral sheet 1 |
KAHALOA |
AGR |
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HB94
Agriculture; Short Form
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill relating to agriculture. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to AGR, referral sheet 1 |
KAHALOA |
AGR |
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HB95
Agriculture; Short Form
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Short form bill relating to agriculture. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to AGR, referral sheet 1 |
KAHALOA |
AGR |
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HB96
Biosecurity; Short Form
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Short form bill relating to biosecurity. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to AGR, referral sheet 1 |
KAHALOA |
AGR |
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HB98 HD1
Education; Public Schools; Complexes; Curriculum; Authentic Assessments
RELATING TO AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENTS.
Authorizes public school complexes to use authentic assessments as part of classroom-based performance assessments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
PERRUSO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE, SOUZA |
EDN, FIN |
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HB102 HD1
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, except for motorcycles and mopeds that do not exceed certain federal regulations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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 Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
TAM, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
TRN, JHA |
SB367 |
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HB104
Candidates; Office of Elections; Nomination Papers; Challenges; Hearings
RELATING TO CANDIDATES.
Requires objections made by an officer of a political party to candidate nomination papers to be filed with and determined by the Office of Elections. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
TAM, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA |
JHA |
SB335 |
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HB106 HD1
Condominium Associations; Fines; Assessments; Common Expense Assessments; Appeals
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies the authority of condominium associations to impose fines for violations of the declaration, bylaws, house rules, or regulations adopted by the condominium association. Establishes a process for the unit owner or tenant of the unit owner to appeal the imposition of a fine. Clarifies the responsibilities of unit owners to pay common expense assessments. Clarifies the rights and process for unit owners to appeal assessments other than common expense assessments. Specifies that the Small Claims Division has exclusive jurisdiction over cases arising from condominium disputes regarding fines. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/25/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TAM, GRANDINETTI, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO |
CPC, JHA |
SB591 |
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HB108 HD2 SD1
Beer; Distilled Spirits; Direct Shipping; Manufacturers
RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR.
Allows direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by certain licensees. Requires the liquor commissions to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/28/2025- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
MORIKAWA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/EIG, JDC |
SB464 |
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HB113 HD1
DLNR; Community Fuels Reduction Project; Report; Budget; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Establishes the Community Fuels Reduction Project to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/3/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
ICHIYAMA |
PBS/WAL, FIN |
SB223 |
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HB114 HD1
Judiciary; Adult Client Services Branch; First Circuit Court; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Establishes positions and appropriates funds for the Adult Client Services Branch of the First Circuit Court. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA, FIN |
SB304 |
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HB115
Disability; Driving Under the Influence; Victim Restitution; Child Support
RELATING TO DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE.
Requires defendants convicted of causing the death or disability of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child by the operation of a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant to make restitution in the form of financial support to each child of the victim. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA |
SB356 |
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HB117
Condominium Associations; Condominium Boards; Fiduciary Duty; Replacement Reserves Funds; Minimum Balance
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Provides that a condominium board's or its officer's or member's failure to maintain the minimum required balance for a condominium's replacement reserves fund may constitute a violation of the fiduciary duty owed. Establishes a minimum balance for a condominium association's replacement reserves fund, with an exception for sufficient assessments. Effective 9/1/2025. |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
CPC |
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HB118
Intergovernmental Relations; Short Form
RELATING TO INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS.
Short form bill relating to intergovernmental relations. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB119
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB120
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB121
Technology; Short Form
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Short form bill relating to technology. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB122
Technology; Short Form
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Short form bill relating to technology. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB127 HD1 SD1
Pretrial Release; Bail
RELATING TO PRETRIAL RELEASE.
Requires bail to be set in an amount that the defendant can afford based on certain factors. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TARNAS, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JDC |
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HB128 HD1
Arrests; Warrantless; Citations
RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM.
Establishes factors under which officers may, without warrant, arrest and detain persons for petty misdemeanors and violations. Requires officers to record the factors that justified the warrantless arrest. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2025- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
TARNAS, IWAMOTO, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA |
PSM, JDC |
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HB129 HD2
Juvenile Justice; Minors; Fees; Fines; Court Costs; Penalties; Prohibited; Community Service
RELATING TO YOUTH FEES AND FINES.
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. Limits court-ordered community service for a minor to no more than seventy-two hours. Repeals certain penalties imposed on parents, guardians, or other persons associated with unaccompanied children in streets and unmarried minors in dance halls. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Kila, Lamosao, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
TARNAS, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HSH, JHA, FIN |
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HB131
Research; Office of Information Practices; Government Records; Disclosure
RELATING TO RESEARCH.
Allows agencies to disclose government records to researchers for certain research purposes. |
(S)
3/18/2025- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
TARNAS, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM |
GVO, JDC |
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HB135 HD1
Land Purchase; North Shore of Oahu; General Obligation Bonds ($)
RELATING TO LAND.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purchase of the real property located at 64-486 Kamehameha Highway on the North Shore of Oahu. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
QUINLAN |
TRN, FIN |
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HB138
Firearms; Secure Storage
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Clarifies the requirements for the secure storage of firearms. Amends the offense of criminally negligent storage of a firearm to establish felony penalties for when a minor obtains an unsecured firearm and it results in injury or death. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
QUINLAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
JHA |
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HB139 HD2 SD1
Insurance; Mandatory Coverage; Standard Fertility Preservation Services; Iatrogenic Infertility; Medically Necessary Treatment
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
For policies, contracts, plans, and agreements issued or renewed after 12/31/2025, requires insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for standard fertility preservation services for persons undergoing medically necessary treatment that may cause iatrogenic infertility. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
QUINLAN, AMATO, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
SB642 |
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HB141 HD1
Elections Commission; Members; Advice and Consent; Quorum
RELATING TO THE ELECTIONS COMMISSION.
Makes the members of the Elections Commission subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. Clarifies that a majority of all members to which the Elections Commission is entitled shall constitute a quorum to do business. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
TAM, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN |
JDC, WAM |
SB948 |
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HB142
CIP; Eighth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE EIGHTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the eighth representative district. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TARNAS |
FIN |
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HB146 HD2
Judiciary; Olelo Hawaii Initiatives; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY'S ‘ŌLELO HAWAI‘I INITIATIVES.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary to support the Olelo Hawaii Initiatives. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC/HWN, WAM. |
TARNAS, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GARRETT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, WARD |
JDC/HWN, WAM |
SB781 |
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HB148
Defamation; Litigation; Sexual Assault; Sexual Harassment; Sexual Discrimination; Immunity
RELATING TO DEFAMATION.
Protects individuals who make claims of sexual misconduct from defamation lawsuits unless the claims were proven to be made with malice. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAM |
JHA |
SB117 |
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HB149
Corporation Reports; Independent Campaign Expenditures and Political Contributions
RELATING TO CORPORATIONS.
Requires domestic and foreign corporations to provide their shareholders with reports of independent expenditures and political contributions. |
(H)
1/28/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TARNAS, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM |
JHA |
SB57 |
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HB150
Firearms; Lending; Firearm Permit; Firearm Registration
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Prohibits a person from lending a firearm to a person who does not have a firearm permit or does not have a registered firearm. Requires an adult who is borrowing a firearm to have either a firearm permit or a registered firearm, and not be prohibited to own or possess a firearm. Specifies that an adult who is twenty-one years of age or older may be lent a rifle or shotgun for a period not to exceed twelve hours. Repeals the authorization to use a rifle or shotgun outside of the State for up to seventy-five days. Repeals the authorization to lend a rifle or shotgun without a permit. |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO |
JHA |
SB400 |
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HB152
Education; Short Form
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Short form bill relating to education. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EDN, referral sheet 1 |
WOODSON |
EDN |
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HB153
Early Learning; Short Form
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Short form bill relating to early learning. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to EDN, referral sheet 1 |
WOODSON |
EDN |
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HB158 HD1
Unemployment Benefits; Striking Workers; Eligibility
RELATING TO UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.
Allows striking workers to be eligible for unemployment benefits. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
LEE, M. |
LAB, FIN |
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HB161 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 and their excluded counterparts to grieve a suspension or discharge. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LAB, FIN |
SB717 |
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HB163 HD1
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 within thirty calendar days after submitting an approved Statement of Completed Travel for work-related travel costs that the officer or employee loaned to the State or county. Requires the State or a county to pay a percentage of interest on the total amount owed to an officer or employee until the loan is fully reimbursed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LAB, FIN |
SB341 |
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HB164 HD1 SD1
Indebtedness; Salary or Wage Overpayment; Overpayment Payroll Transactions; Deductions for Recovery; Notice
RELATING TO INDEBTEDNESS TO THE STATE.
Requires disbursing officers to notify employees within sixty days of making a determination that an indebtedness has occurred to the government resulting from salary or wage overpayment. Amends the amount that a disbursing officer may deduct from an employee's salary, wage, or compensation based on the employee's gross income. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LBT, WAM |
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HB165 HD1
Hawaii Labor Relations Board; Collective Bargaining; Enforcement
RELATING TO THE HAWAII LABOR RELATIONS BOARD.
Authorizes the Hawaii Labor Relations Board to enforce its own orders. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LAB, JHA |
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HB166 HD1
AG; State Employees; Professionally Licensed; Certified; Duty to Defend
RELATING TO THE DEFENSE OF STATE EMPLOYEES.
Requires the State to defend professionally licensed or certified state employees from civil actions or proceedings, under certain circumstances. Clarifies that the employee may employ their own attorney at the employee's own expense. Establishes a process for the Attorney General to transfer or withdraw representation if the Attorney General declines to defend the employee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
JHA, FIN |
SB336 |
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HB169 HD1
Mopeds; Age Requirement; Helmets; Highway Safety
RELATING TO MOPEDS.
Increases the minimum age for moped operators from fifteen to sixteen years. Increases the minimum age requirement for individuals prohibited from operating a moped unless they wear a safety helmet from eighteen to twenty-one years. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Reyes Oda voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
SAYAMA, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
TRN, JHA |
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HB170
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB171
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB172
State Workers; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE WORKERS.
Short form bill relating to state workers. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB173
Collective Bargaining; Short Form
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Short form bill relating to collective bargaining. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB174
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB175 HD1
Real Property Maintenance; Neglect; Fines; Enforcement; State; Counties
RELATING TO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE.
Requires owners or lessees of real property to maintain their property and establish penalties for failure to do so. Allows for exceptions. Requires DOA to establish rules for the enforcement and collection of fines for violations relating to the proliferation of invasive species. Requires the Office of the State Fire Marshal to adopt rules for the enforcement and collection of fines for violations relating to the prevention of wildfires and other public safety hazards. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/20/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
LAMOSAO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
WLA/AEN/PSM, JDC |
SB1080 |
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HB176
Temporary Restraining Order; Order for Protection; Penalties
RELATING TO DOMESTIC ABUSE PROTECTIVE ORDERS.
Increases the penalties imposed on individuals convicted for violation of a temporary restraining order and order for protection. Clarifies that the court shall not sentence a defendant to pay a fine for violating a temporary restraining order or order for protection if, after conducting a financial review, the court determines the defendant is or will be unable to pay the fine. Specifies that the court may suspend certain jail sentence for violation of a temporary restraining order or order for protection upon condition that the defendant remain alcohol- and drug-free, conviction-free, and complete court-ordered assessments or intervention. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
LAMOSAO, KILA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, Tam |
JHA |
SB295 |
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HB177 HD1 SD1
Department of Transportation; Civil Identification Card; Free of Charge; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CIVIL IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
Makes the issuance or renewal of a civil identification card free of charge. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
LAMOSAO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRS, WAM |
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HB184 HD1
Electric Bicycles; Operator Requirements
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Prohibits a person under the age of fifteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Prohibits a person sixteen years of age or older from operating a class 3 electric bicycle unless the person satisfies certain requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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 voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
LAMOSAO, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, KILA, KITAGAWA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRN, JHA |
SB478 |
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HB186
Penal Code; Harassment by Stalking
RELATING TO HARASSMENT BY STALKING.
Makes harassment by stalking a class C felony. |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LAMOSAO, KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
JHA |
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HB188
CIP; Twenty-second Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TWENTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the twenty-second representative district. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
GARRETT |
FIN |
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HB194 HD1
Maritime Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO MARITIME DAY.
Designates May 22 of each year as Maritime Day. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
SOUZA, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
WLA |
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HB198
Temporary Restraining Order; Mandatory Jail Sentence; Increase; Mental Health Counseling
RELATING TO TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDERS.
Increases the mandatory minimum jail sentence for a first conviction of knowingly or intentionally violating a temporary restraining order from forty-eight to seventy-two hours. Requires mandatory mental health counseling for a first conviction of knowingly or intentionally violating a temporary restraining order. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
TAKAYAMA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB94 |
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HB199 HD1
HPHA; Public Housing; Public Closure; Offices and Facilities; Trespassing
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Includes any parcels owned by the Hawaii Public Housing Authority as areas that may be closed to the public. Specifies required signage. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
ICHIYAMA |
HSG, JHA |
SB602 |
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HB200
Fireworks; Restrictions
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Imposes a statewide limitation on consumer fireworks, except by permit for use at cultural events. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA |
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HB202 HD1 SD2
DLIR; Employment Security Law; Adequate Reserve Fund; Actuarial Study; Report
RELATING TO THE ADEQUATE RESERVE FUND.
Amends the definition of "adequate reserve fund" by increasing the multiplier used to calculate its amount from the existing factor of 1, to unspecified amounts for calendar year 2026 and for calendar year 2027 and thereafter. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to conduct an actuarial study and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M., TAKENOUCHI, YAMASHITA |
LBT, WAM |
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HB211 HD1
Abandoned Property; Personal Property; Property Storage; Streambeds; Streambanks; Channels; Drainageways; Counties
RELATING TO STREAM MAINTENANCE.
Requires the counties to remove and dispose of personal property as part of the maintenance of channels, streambeds, streambanks, and drainageways. Clarifies that personal property stored in or near a channel, streambed, streambank, or drainageways for a continuous period of more than twenty-four hours shall be deemed abandoned property which may be disposed of by the State or county. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/27/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TAM, BELATTI, KILA, KUSCH, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
WAL, JHA |
SB366 |
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HB212 HD2 SD1
OHHS; Homelessness; Return-to-Home Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to establish a permanent Return-to-Home Program to return homeless individuals in the State to families and relatives in their home states. Requires the Office to report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TAM, IWAMOTO, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
HHS, WAM |
SB360 |
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HB213 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) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
HHS, WAM |
SB299, SB1626 |
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HB214 HD1 SD2
DLE; ATG; Retirees; ERS; EUTF; Benefits; School Resource Officers; Investigators; Counties; Report
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of benefits under the System or the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund if the retirant is employed in a position needed for succession planning, as a law enforcement officer stationed at a public school as a resource officer, as an investigator, or in a management position excluded from collective bargaining, subject to certain conditions. Requires the director of human resources of the appropriate state jurisdiction or the human resources management chief executive of each county to include in their annual reports to the Legislature details on the employment of retirants as school resource officers or investigators. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TAKAYAMA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD |
LBT, WAM |
SB99 |
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HB220 HD1
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Required Insurance; Mopeds
RELATING TO MOPED INSURANCE.
Requires that moped operators carry an insurance policy by incorporating mopeds into the insurance laws governing motorcycles and motor scooters, including with respect to provisions concerning required licensure, the relationship with tort law, proof of insurance card, penalties, rate regulation, and minimum coverage levels. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Reyes Oda voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
SAYAMA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
TRN, CPC |
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HB222 HD1
Wage and Hour Law; Employee; Range Production of Livestock; Exemption
RELATING TO THE WAGE AND HOUR LAW.
Amends the definition of "employee" in Hawaii's wage and hour law by excluding individuals who are primarily engaged in the range production of livestock. Effective July 1, 3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Perruso voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI |
LAB, AGR, FIN |
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HB224 HD1
AG; Property Rights; Trespass; Unlawful Occupation; Dwelling; Premises; Squatters; Removal; Law Enforcement; Property Damage; Penalties; Complaint
RELATING TO PROPERTY RIGHTS.
Establishes a procedure for immediately removing an unlawful occupant of a dwelling or premises with assistance from law enforcement. Provides that an unlawful occupant of a dwelling or premises is civilly liable for unpaid utility bills. Provides that a person who trespasses in or upon a dwelling or premises and intentionally or knowingly damages property in an amount exceeding $999 commits a felony of criminal property damage in the second degree. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to develop, publish, and make available a complaint form to remove unlawful occupants of residential dwellings. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/7/2025- 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, Kong, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, HOLT, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
CPC, JHA |
SB784 |
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HB229 HD1 SD1
Traffic Code; Oversized Commercial Vehicles; Towing; Restrictions; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Restricts motor vehicles that tow a motor vehicle or trailer from the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes going in the same direction with exemptions. Specifies penalties for restricted motor vehicles who drive in the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes moving in the same direction. Applies restrictions and penalties to a county with a population of 500,000 or more. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, Chun |
TCA/EIG, JDC |
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HB230 HD1
Traffic Infractions; Citations or Summons
RELATING TO TRAFFIC CITATIONS.
Requires police officers to send a carbon copy of a citation to the registered owner of a vehicle within five business days after the citation is issued. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KILA, CHUN, GARRETT, LAMOSAO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRN, JHA |
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HB234
Income Tax; Income Tax Brackets; Exemptions
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Amends the income tax bracket for taxpayers filing a joint return and surviving spouses to exempt those taxpayers whose taxable income is $200,000 or less. Amends the income tax bracket for unmarried individuals and married individuals who do not file a joint tax return with their spouse to exempt those taxpayers whose taxable incomes is $100,000 or less. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
QUINLAN |
FIN |
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HB238 HD1
DHS; Child Care Worker Subsidy and Bonus Program; Infant and Toddler Child Care Centers; Group Child Care Centers; Group Child Care Homes; Family Child Care Homes; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY CHILD CARE.
Requires the Department of Human Services to establish and implement a Child Care Provider Subsidy and Bonus Program to provide subsidies to retain the existing child care workforce in licensed infant and toddler child care centers, group child care centers, and group child care homes and bonuses to registered family child care homes. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/5/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
MARTEN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
HSH, FIN |
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HB239 HD1 SD1
Child Abuse; Neglect; Child Welfare; Financial Ability
RELATING TO CHILD ABUSE.
Amends the definition of "child abuse or neglect" to clarify that the failure to provide certain needs to a child shall not constitute child abuse or neglect if the sole reason the person responsible for the care of the child is unable to adequately provide for the child's care is lack of financial resources; and evidence of parental request for support shall not be deemed as evidence of child abuse and neglect. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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4/3/2025- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
MARTEN, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
HHS, JDC |
SB1104 |
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HB241 HD1
Department of Human Services; Child Care Classroom Contracts Pilot Program; Report
RELATING TO CHILD CARE.
Establishes a child care classroom contracts pilot program to require the Department of Human Services to contract directly with child care center providers in licensed infant and toddler child care centers and group child care centers that meet certain criteria. Requires reports to the Legislature. Sunsets the pilot program on 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
MARTEN, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM, TODD |
HSH, EDN, FIN |
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HB243 HD2
Grid-ready Home Interconnection Process; Renewable Energy; Public Utilities Commission; Investor-Owned Electric Utility Company; Electricity Reliability Administrator; Electricity Reliability Surcharge
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a streamlined grid-ready home interconnection process. Requires the Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator to report to the Legislature on the streamlined grid-ready home interconnection process. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
MARTEN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LOWEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EEP, HSG, FIN |
SB1090 |
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HB244 HD1 SD1
DHS; Community-based Organizations; Social Services; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Human Services to collaborate with contracted community-based organizations to address the need for social services in the State. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MARTEN, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
HHS, WAM |
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HB245 HD1
Department of Education; DOH; State Public Charter School Commission; Heat Exposure; Study; Plan; Guidelines ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT HEAT EXPOSURE SAFETY.
Requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health and State Public Charter School Commission, to conduct a study on the current practices of managing heat exposure in state public and charter schools to protect students' health during outdoor activities and to develop a plan if the current practices are insufficient in managing heat exposure. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
MARTEN, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, WARD |
EDN, HLT, FIN |
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HB249 HD1
Family-child Interaction Learning Programs; Executive Office on Early Learning; Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Appropriates funds for the Executive Office on Early Learning to contract with third-party providers of family-child interaction learning programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
MARTEN, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TODD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB252 HD1
Condominiums; Managing Agents; Requirements; Commercial Property Management Experience
RELATING TO MANAGING AGENTS.
Requires managing agents for residential condominium properties over seventy-five feet in height to have commercial property management experience. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
HSG, CPC |
SB801 |
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HB253 HD1
Insurance; Condominiums; Rates; Surplus Lines Insurance; Admitted Insurers
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Allows authorized insurers in the State to offer building and hurricane damage insurance for condominium buildings at a lesser rate than the building's prior surplus lines insurance policy for the same coverage. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/7/2025- 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, Kong, Ward excused (3). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
CPC, FIN |
SB1575 |
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HB256 HD2 SD1
Waste-to-energy Facility; Emissions; Standards; Air Pollution Control Permit
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Requires an owner or operator of a waste-to-energy facility to comply with certain United States Environmental Protection Agency regulations for emission limitations as they existed on 12/31/2024, unless emission limitations are made more stringent by federal regulations or by the state air pollution control permit issued to that owner or operator by the Department of Health. Sunsets 6/30/2027. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
HHS/AEN, CPN |
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HB275
CIP; 41st Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-FIRST REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 41st representative district. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
ALCOS |
FIN |
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HB276 HD1 SD1
Condominiums; Homeowner-Developers; Annual Report
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Excludes a homeowner-developer from the annual requirement to file a developer's report and pay a fee if the homeowner's development consists of no more than two units, one in which the developer has resided as their principal place of residence for at least ten years and one for which the initial sale of the other unit has been completed, subject to certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TARNAS, EVSLIN, GARCIA, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
CPN, WAM |
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HB278 HD1
AG; Police Data; Police Stops; Uses of Force; Complaints
RELATING TO POLICING.
Requires county police departments and police oversight agencies to collect and report certain data regarding police stops, uses of force, and complaints to the Crime Prevention and Justice Assistance Division of the Department of the Attorney General. Requires the Division to collect and publish incident-level information and an annual report on the data collected. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
TARNAS, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JHA, FIN |
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HB283
Taxation; Income Tax; Minority Caucus Package
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Eliminates the state individual income tax. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
MURAOKA, ALCOS, GARCIA, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, WARD |
FIN |
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HB288 HD1
DOT; DOE; School Bus Services; Staggered School Hours; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES.
Authorizes the Department of Education to use alternative vehicles for student transportation under certain conditions. Allows the Department of Education to institute a staggered school hours program in public schools. Appropriates funds for the purchase of alternative vehicles and individuals to obtain CDL licensure. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
REYES ODA, ALCOS, GARCIA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, PIERICK, SHIMIZU, WARD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB291
Self-Protection; Use of Force; Stand Your Ground; Minority Caucus Package
RELATING TO USE OF FORCE IN SELF-PROTECTION.
Clarifies when the use of deadly force is not justified. Removes the requirement to retreat or surrender possessions prior to using deadly force. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
GARCIA, ALCOS, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, WARD |
JHA |
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HB299 HD1 SD1
HISC; Native Resources and Fire Protection Program; Viability Funding; Invasive Species; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Appropriates funds for the Native Resources and Fire Protection Program and Hawaii Invasive Species Council to ensure their long-term viability and continue to control and eradicate invasive species in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
WTL/AEN, WAM |
SB548 |
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HB303 HD2 SD2
Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit; Dietitians; Physician Assistants; Social Workers; Residency Programs; Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee; Director of Health
RELATING TO HEALTHCARE PRECEPTORS.
Expands the definitions of "preceptor" and "volunteer-based supervised clinical training rotation" to improve accessibility for providers to receive income tax credits for acting as preceptors, including removing "primary care" from the criteria to qualify as a preceptor. Adds dietitians, physician assistants, and social workers to the list of preceptors and eligible students. Expands eligibility for the tax credit to include accredited residency programs that require preceptor support. Adds the Director of Health and representatives of residency programs with eligible students to the Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
TAKAYAMA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PIERICK, SAYAMA, TODD |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
SB1070 |
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HB304 HD1
Hawaiian Language; State Law
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 then translated into English and the law has not been later amended, codified, recodified, or reenacted in English. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
POEPOE, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LEE, M., PERRUSO, TAM, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
SB109 |
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HB306 HD2 SD1 CD1
State Water Code; CWRM; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Makes failure to maintain a natural stream channel that causes an unreasonable and substantial physical obstruction of the natural flow of water a violation of the State Water Code, with certain exceptions. Establishes a period of time after receipt of written notice of certain violations of the State Water Code during which a violator may remedy the violation or enter into a corrective action plan with the Commission on Water Resource Management (CWRM). Gives CWRM the discretion to impose a minimum penalty per State Water Code violation, increases the maximum penalty per violation, and authorizes CWRM to consider each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Establishes factors CWRM must consider when determining the amount of the penalty. Prohibits the State from acquiring a fee simple interest in any artificial watercourse, including a canal or ditch, under certain circumstances. Allows the State to acquire a fee simple interest in the artificial watercourse if the Legislature provides prior approval by concurrent resolution. (CD1) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Recommitted to Conference committee as amended in CD 1 with none voting no and Representative(s) Ratcliffe excused. |
POEPOE, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, TARNAS, TODD |
WLA, JDC/WAM |
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HB307 HD1 SD1
Special Number Plates; Kahoolawe; Kohe Malamalama o Kanaloa Protect Kaho?olawe Fund
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to recognize the island of Kahoolawe. Specifies the decal size for all special number organizational plates. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
POEPOE, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
TCA, WAM |
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HB309 HD1 SD1
UH; Fishponds; Working Group; Inventory; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FISHPONDS.
Establishes a fishpond inventory working group within the University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program to create an inventory and map of all fishponds on state land and conduct a literature review. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDU, WAM. |
POEPOE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
WLA/EDU, WAM |
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HB319 HD1
HDOA: Cruelty to Animals; Extermination; Insects; Vermin; Pests; Feral Chickens; Private Property; Exemption
RELATING TO CRUELTY TO ANIMALS.
Exempts from the crime of cruelty to animals in the second degree the extermination of insects, vermin, and pests, and the extermination of feral chickens on private property by the property owner, under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
CHUN, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, TAKENOUCHI |
AGR, JHA |
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HB322 HD2
Elections; Motor Vehicle Permits and Licenses; Identification Cards
RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION.
Authorizes state agencies to implement automatic voter registration if designated by the Office of Elections. Requires eligible applicants for instruction permits, provisional licenses, driver's licenses, and identification cards to be automatically registered or preregistered to vote unless the applicant opts out. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/19/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
KAPELA, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS, TODD |
GVO, JDC |
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HB324 HD1
Baby Bonds; Wealth Building Working Group; Baby Bonds Program
RELATING TO BABY BONDS.
Establishes the Wealth Building Working Group to develop a plan for the creation of a baby bonds program for the State to address intergenerational poverty and wealth inequality in Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KAPELA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM, TODD |
HSH, FIN |
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HB327 HD1
Office of the Governor; Childcare; Future Caucus; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CHILDCARE.
Appropriates funds to the Office of the Governor for a state childcare facility for state employees and their families. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
TAM, KAHALOA, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, TAKENOUCHI |
HSH, FIN |
SB833 |
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HB328 HD1
Department of Education; Farm to School Meals; Public Schools; School Meals; Plant-based Option; Plant-Based Meal Program
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Requires the Department of Education to authorize and facilitate complex areas or individual public schools to form their own farm to school meal programs through partnerships to meet the local farm to school meal goal of thirty per cent of food served in the school to consist of locally sourced products by 2030. Allows the Department of Education to establish a plant-based meal program no later than the 2026-2027 school year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
LA CHICA, CHUN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TODD |
EDN, AGR, FIN |
SB235 |
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HB331 HD2
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, except for projects in special flood hazard areas, 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
LA CHICA, EVSLIN, GARCIA, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, SOUZA, TODD, Takayama |
WAL, CPC, FIN |
SB167 |
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HB332 HD1
Lithium-ion Batteries; Recycling; DOH; Working Group
RELATING TO RECYCLING.
Establishes a lithium-ion battery recycling working group within the Department of Health to assess recycling methods for small and medium format lithium-ion batteries. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, SOUZA |
EEP, CPC |
SB391 |
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HB334 HD1
Traffic Cameras; Penalties
RELATING TO TRAFFIC CITATIONS.
Establishes that intentional destruction or damage to a traffic camera is a class C felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LA CHICA, KILA, MARTEN, PIERICK, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD, Chun |
TRN, JHA |
SB96 |
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HB338 HD1
PUC; Renewable Energy; Rate for Electricity Generated from Nonfossil Fuels; Adjustment Mechanisms
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Specifies that adjustments required to compensate for certain unavoidable increases in financing costs, if proven by a producer of nonfossil fuel generated electricity by clear and convincing evidence, are mechanisms for reasonable and appropriate incremental adjustments that the Public Utilities Commission may include in the rate payable to the producer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LOWEN |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
SB996 |
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HB339 HD2
Public Utilities Commission; Electric Utility Companies; Acquisitions; Mergers; Consolidations; Conditions of Approval; Application Review Process; Alternative Applications; Hawaiian Electric Industries; Non-Investor-Owned Utilities; GO Bonds; Appropriation
RELATING TO ELECTRIC UTILITIES.
Part I: Requires the Public Utilities Commission to impose certain conditions of approval on any order approving, in whole or in part, an application for the proposed acquisition, merger, or consolidation of an electric utility company by an acquiring entity. Establishes a process to ensure that when an electric utility is subject to an application for a proposed acquisition, merger, or consolidation by a potential acquiring entity that is an investor-owned utility and seeks approval of the application from the Public Utilities Commission, it must demonstrate that it solicited bids from potential acquiring entities that operate under a non-investor-owned utility ownership model. Requires the electric utility to submit those acceptable bids concurrently with an application by a potential acquiring entity that is an investor-owned utility. Part II: Authorizes the issuance of reimbursable GO bonds for acquiring Hawaiian Electric Industries and converting it to a publicly owned utility. Authorizes the establishment of a non-bypassable electric utility conversion charge, to be deposited into the new Electric Utility Conversion Special Fund. Appropriates Funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Amato, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LOWEN |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
SB137 |
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HB344 HD1 SD2
HSEO; DOT; DAGS; Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; State Buildings; Retrofitting; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Requires the design of all new state building construction where parking is to be included to provide that a number of the parking stalls, as determined by the Department of Accounting and General Services, shall be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in consultation with the Department of Accounting and General Services and Department of Transportation, to conduct a survey and identify certain high-priority state facilities. Establishes a goal of the State to retrofit state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 817). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KILA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, TODD |
EIG/GVO, WAM |
SB1089 |
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HB346 HD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; Electric Vehicle-ready Parking Stalls; Affordable Housing; Rebates
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Provides rebates for the installation of eligible electric vehicle-ready parking stalls for new construction of affordable housing. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Muraoka, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO |
EEP, HSG, FIN |
SB1088 |
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HB348 HD1 SD1
Personal Care Products; Small Plastic Containers; Lodging Establishments; Prohibition; Fines
RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.
Beginning 7/1/2026 for lodging establishments with more than fifty sleeping room accommodations, and beginning 1/1/2028 for lodging establishments with fifty or fewer sleeping room accommodations, prohibits the provision of personal care products in small plastic containers within sleeping room accommodations, any space within sleeping room accommodations, or bathrooms used by the public or guests. Establishes civil penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
LOWEN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TODD |
EDT/AEN, CPN/JDC |
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HB350 HD2
Energy; Water Heater System Requirements; Heat Pump Water Heaters; Variance
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Expands the types of water heater systems that may satisfy the relevant requirement for the issuance of a building permit for new single-family dwellings to include ENERGY STAR certified heat pump water heaters. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/7/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN |
EIG/HOU, CPN |
SB748 |
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HB365 HD1
Octopus Aquaculture; Prohibition
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Prohibits certain octopus aquaculture. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, Belatti, Chun |
AGR, JHA |
SB1159 |
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HB367 HD2 SD1
County Permits; Maintenance; Group U Structures; Remodeling; Special Management Areas; Exemptions
RELATING TO BUILDING PERMITS.
Allows for county permit exemptions for certain kinds of activities, including maintenance activities, installing group U structures, and certain interior remodeling work, when located outside a special management area. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/17/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
EVSLIN |
HOU, JDC |
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HB368 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Safety; Equipment; Sun Screening Devices; Window Tinting; Exemptions
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SUN SCREENING DEVICES.
Exempts from restrictions on light transmittance percentages, up to a certain percent, of certain motor vehicle sun screening devices for persons having light sensitivity of the eyes due to a medical condition. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
EVSLIN |
TRN, JHA |
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HB369 SD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Cash Contribution Limits; Return of Contribution; Escheat
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Amends section 11-364, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to provide that an excess contribution of more than $100 in cash, in the aggregate, from a single person during an election period to a candidate, candidate committee, or noncandidate committee shall escheat to the Hawaii election campaign fund if not returned to the contributor within 30 days. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB255 |
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HB370 HD2 SD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Partial Public Financing; OHA; Maximum Amount of Public Funds Available; Minimum Qualifying Contribution Amounts; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PARTIAL PUBLIC FINANCING OF ELECTIONS.
Increases 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 and staff. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB256 |
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HB371 HD1 SD1
CSC; State or County Contractors; State or County Grantees; Officers; Immediate Family Members; Prohibited Contributions
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Prohibits state or county grantees and officers and immediate family members of state or county contractors or grantees from contributing to candidate or noncandidate committees, candidates, or any person for any political purpose for the duration of the contract. Requires any unlawful contribution to be returned to the contributor or it will escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Requires disclosures of the names of any officers and immediate adult family members of a state or county contractor or grantee for contracts exceeding a certain amount. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB257 |
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HB372 HD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Solicitation and Acceptance; Campaign Contributions; State Legislators
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Prohibits state legislators from soliciting and accepting campaign contributions during any regular session or special session of the Legislature, including any extension of any regular session or special session or any legislative recess day, holiday, or weekend. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB258 |
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HB373 HD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; HHFDC; Housing; County Powers; Mixed-Use Development; 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HOU/EIG, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
SB288 |
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HB374 HD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; HHFDC; Criteria; Preferences; Housing Location Proximity; State and County Employees
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to consider additional preferential factors when supplying housing or assistance in obtaining housing. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to determine the order of preferences and rank applicants, select applicants based on application date, and validate the preference status of applicants. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA |
HSG, FIN |
SB466 |
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HB375
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; County Surcharge on State Tax; General Excise Tax Law; 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; and 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. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
NAKAMURA |
FIN |
SB467 |
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HB376 HD2
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection of Cesspools; Accelerated Deadlines; Inventory Report; Legislature ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Accelerates the deadlines for the required upgrades, conversions, or connections of priority level 1 and priority level 2 cesspools to 2035 and 2040, respectively, and repeals the 1/1/2050 deadline for the upgrade, conversion, or connection of all remaining cesspools. Before 1/1/2050, requires the Director of Health to prepare and submit to the Legislature an inventory of every remaining cesspool in the State as of 1/1/2045, including cesspools that were granted exemptions by the Director of Health, recommending whether or not and by what date the cesspool should be: (1) Upgraded or converted to a Director-approved wastewater system; or (2) Connected to a sewerage system. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Kila, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
SB472 |
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HB379 HD2
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 to include denitrification capacity. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on CPC as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, WAL, CPC |
SB471 |
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HB380 HD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Tobacco Products; Regulation
RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals existing statutory language that: declares that the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic devices are a statewide concern; and preempts all local ordinances and regulations that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic devices. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Kong voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
SB468 |
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HB381 HD1
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Procurement; Small Purchases
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amends the procurement thresholds for small purchases. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to GVO, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
SB254 |
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HB383 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Sentencing; Violation of Order for Protection
RELATING TO ORDERS FOR PROTECTION.
Reinstates mandatory minimum jail sentences for successive violations of the same order for protection. Removes the distinction between domestic and non-domestic violations of an order for protection. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, JHA |
SB276 |
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HB384 HD1
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 three 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, JHA |
SB277 |
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HB387 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Negligent Injury
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Amends the offense of negligent injury in the first degree to include bodily injuries negligently inflicted by intoxicated drivers. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
SB280 |
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HB388
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Penal Code; Torture; Prohibition
RELATING TO TORTURE.
Defines and prohibits the offense of torture. |
(H)
2/7/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB281 |
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HB389 HD1 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Uncrewed Aircraft; Criminal Offenses
RELATING TO UNCREWED AIRCRAFT OFFENSES.
Clarifies the applicable felony offenses for using an uncrewed aircraft in the furtherance of the commission of a felony. (SD1) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 014, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1114). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
SB282 |
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HB390
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Bribery
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes heightened penalties for the offense of bribery, under certain circumstances. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB283 |
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HB391
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Wiretapping Authorization
RELATING TO INTERCEPTION OF WIRE, ORAL, OR ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION.
Removes requirement that all wiretapping applications made to a designated judge be accompanied by a written memorandum from the Department of the Attorney General recommending approval or disapproval. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB284 |
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HB393 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Career Criminal Prosecution Unit; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR CAREER CRIMINAL PROSECUTION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu for the career criminal prosecution unit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB286 |
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HB394 HD1
City and County of Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Victim Witness Assistance Program; Appropriation; GIA ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds as a grant-in-aid to the City and County of Honolulu Department of the Prosecuting Attorney for the Victim Witness Assistance Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB287 |
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HB395 HD1 SD1
Judiciary Package; Jury Duty; Juror and Prospective Juror Compensation; Appropriations ($)
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 4/23/2057. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB261 |
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HB397 HD1
Judiciary Package; Penal Responsibility; Fitness to Proceed; Private Examiner Compensation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE EXAMINATION OF CRIMINAL DEFENDANTS.
Establishes the amount of compensation for private-sector examiners who evaluate a criminal defendant's penal responsibility or fitness to proceed in a legal case. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB264 |
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HB402
Judiciary Package; Prospective Jurors; Juror Qualification Form
RELATING TO PROSPECTIVE JURORS.
Authorizes the Judiciary to determine the format of the juror qualification form and the means of its delivery and return. Removes the requirement that the form be mailed. |
(H)
1/30/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB262 |
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HB403
Kauai County Council Package; Sunshine Law; Boards; Members; Informational Meeting; Presentation; Board Business
RELATING TO THE SUNSHINE LAW.
Authorizes any member of a board to attend an informational meeting or presentation on matters relating to board business; provided that the meeting or presentation is not specifically and exclusively organized for or directed toward members of the board. Repeals the requirement of a subsequent report of attendance and the matters presented and discussed that related to board business at the informational meeting or presentation. |
(H)
2/25/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB270 |
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HB411
State Ethics Commission Package; State Ethics Code; Lobbyist Law; Administrative Fines
RELATING TO ETHICS ADMINISTRATIVE FINES.
Establishes uniform provisions for the assessment of administrative penalties under the State Ethics Code and Lobbyist Law. |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
SB289 |
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HB416 HD1
Housing Development; HHFDC; County Council Approval Exemption; State‑Financing; Infrastructure
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts certain state-financed housing developments from the requirement to obtain approval from the applicable county council. Authorizes a county planning director to reject certain permit applications due to a lack of infrastructure. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
EVSLIN |
HSG, JHA |
SB27 |
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HB417 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; RHRF; Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount; Housing; Priorities; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes the Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Specifies permissible uses of funding and priorities. Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to transfer funds between the Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount and the Rental Housing Revolving Fund without legislative approval. Appropriates funds. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN |
HOU, WAM |
SB35 |
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HB421 HD1
Contractors; Owner-builder Exemption; Leasing Restriction; Disclaimer; Repeal
RELATING TO CONTRACTORS.
Repeals the leasing restriction on owner-builders who obtain an owner-builder exemption to act as their own contractor and who build or improve residential or farm buildings or structures on property they own or lease and do not offer the buildings or structures for sale. Requires an owner or lessee to provide signed written notice that the structure for lease or sublease was built or improved by an individual who is not a licensed contractor. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
EVSLIN, BELATTI, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, SOUZA, Matsumoto |
HSG, CPC |
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HB423 HD2 SD1
Workers' Compensation; Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Certified Providers; Automatic Approval
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Clarifies the process for selecting a certified provider of rehabilitation services. Requires providers to automatically approve vocational rehabilitation services for an injured employee if those services will likely be required for suitable gainful employment. Requires providers to file an employee's vocational plan no later than ninety days after submitting an initial evaluation report, with certain exceptions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, KITAGAWA, SAYAMA, TARNAS |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
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HB424 HD2
Department of Education; Free School Breakfasts and Lunches; Cost; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to students enrolled in a public school who meet certain requirements. Reduces the amount the Department of Education is authorized to charge for school meals to all students enrolled in department schools to no more than an unspecified portion of the cost of preparing the meals. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HOLT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
SB221 |
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HB426 HD1
Property; Hurricane; Insurance; HPIA; HHRF; Condominiums; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STABILIZATION OF PROPERTY INSURANCE.
Expands the powers of the Hawaii Property Insurance Association and reactivates the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund to help to stabilize the property insurance market in the State. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to conduct a study. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/7/2025- 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, Kong, Ward excused (3). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
CPC, FIN |
SB1044 |
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HB428 HD1 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Hawaii Farm to Families Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FARM TO FAMILIES.
Establishes the Hawaii Farm to Families Program to alleviate food shortages in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature before the Regular Sessions of 2026 and 2027. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA |
AEN, WAM |
SB1250 |
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HB429 HD1 SD1
Department of Education; Executive Office on Early Learning; Public Preschools; Teachers; Teacher Assistants; Equipment; Services; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Appropriates funds to hire teachers and teacher assistants and for equipment and services for public preschools. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB432 HD1 SD2
HHFDC; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Mixed-Income Subaccount; Workforce Rental Housing; For-Sale Housing; Rules; Prioritization; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes the Mixed-Income Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to prioritize development of workforce rental and for-sale housing projects for qualified residents. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to adopt administrative rules. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA |
HOU, WAM |
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HB433 HD1 SD1
DCR; Reentry Services; Community-Based Services; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for reentry services to connect offenders with community-based services. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA, Lamosao |
PSM, WAM |
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HB435 HD1
Electric Bicycles; Regulations; Registration; Electric Micro Mobility Devices; Minimum Age to Operate
RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
Establishes additional regulations for the registration and use of electric bicycles. Amends the definition of electric bicycles subject to various state laws and classifies electric bicycles by top assisted speed. Defines "electric micro mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters to apply to electric micro mobility devices. Prohibits anyone under fifteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Increasing the age for those required to wear a helmet when operating a bicycle. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, HOLT, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TODD, WARD |
TRN, JHA |
SB392 |
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HB437 HD1 SD1
Filipino Caucus; DBEDT; Out-of-state Office; Republic of the Philippines; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO OUT-OF-STATE OFFICES.
Requires, and appropriates funds for, the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish an out-of-state office in the Republic of the Philippines. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
ILAGAN, COCHRAN, GARRETT, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
SB817 |
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HB438 HD2
Filipino Caucus; Due Process in Immigration Proceedings Program; Judiciary; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DUE PROCESS PROTECTIONS.
Establishes the Due Process in Immigration Proceedings Program within the Judiciary to provide legal representation to individuals in immigration-related proceedings. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick, Reyes Oda voting no (6) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
ILAGAN, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
ECD, JHA, FIN |
SB816 |
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HB439 HD1
Filipino Caucus; HTSB; International Teacher License; Criteria; Establishment; Report
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to establish an international teacher license for certain visa holders and the requirements to obtain the international teacher license. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2025- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ILAGAN, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON, Hussey |
EDN, CPC |
SB819 |
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HB443 HD1
University of Hawaii at Hilo; Retention Coordinator; Internship Coordinator; Enrollment Management; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO.
Appropriates funds for one retention coordinator position, one internship coordinator position, and student enrollment management initiatives at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
GARRETT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, OLDS |
HED, FIN |
SB636 |
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HB448 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Small Businesses; Technology Enablement; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY ENABLEMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to assist small businesses, including those related to the tourism sector, with technology enablement. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TAM, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDT, WAM |
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HB449 HD1 SD1
HTDC; Economic Development; Hawaii-Manufactured Products; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to prioritize funding for certain Hawaii-based businesses. Appropriates funds to assist in the development and promotion of Hawaii-manufactured products through the INNOVATE Hawaii program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB450 HD3 SD1
SFCA; King Kamehameha Celebration Commission; DAGS; DBEDT; Comptroller; Works of Art Special Fund; Transfer; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Transfers the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission from the Department of Accounting and General Services to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Transfers the authority held by the Comptroller over the Works of Art Special Fund to the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds for positions within the Administrative Services Office of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN |
TCA/EDT, WAM |
SB582 |
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HB454 HD2 SD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Economic Diversification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Establishes state goals related to economic diversification. Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology and Development Corporation to meet those goals. Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to submit annual reports over three years to the legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB455 HD1 SD2
DBEDT; Start-Up Business; Financing; Support; Contracted Services; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO SMALL BUSINESS LOANS.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for the contracting of services for start-up business financing and support. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ILAGAN, EVSLIN, GARCIA, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, KONG, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, WARD |
EDT, WAM |
SB132 |
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HB457 HD1
Immigration; Department of Law Enforcement; Due Process
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS PROTECTIONS.
Requires state and local law enforcement agencies to notify an individual of their rights when in law enforcement agency custody before any interview with United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement on certain matters regarding immigration violations. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ILAGAN |
ECD, JHA |
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HB458 HD2 SD1
Brother Joseph Dutton Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO BROTHER JOSEPH DUTTON DAY.
Designates April 27 of every year as Brother Joseph Dutton Day. Effective 4/27/2843. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
ILAGAN |
WLA |
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HB463 HD3 SD2
Judiciary; Eviction Records; Disassociations; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EVICTION RECORDS.
Requires the Judiciary to conduct a study to determine the ability, best approaches, various issues, and potential impacts of requiring courts to disassociate a residential tenant from an eviction proceeding brought by a landlord in certain circumstances. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:30 PM; Conference Room 224. |
GRANDINETTI, MARTEN, PERRUSO, TAM, TODD |
HSG, CPC, JHA, FIN |
SB154 |
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HB467 HD1
Foreclosure; Nonjudicial Foreclosure; Bundled Properties; Public Sale; Prohibition; Eligible Bidders; Subsequent Bids
RELATING TO FORECLOSURES.
Prohibits sellers of foreclosed homes from bundling properties at a public sale and requires each foreclosed home to be sold separately. Specifies that the sale of a foreclosed property is not final until either fifteen days after the public sale or forty-five days if an eligible bidder submits a subsequent bid or written notice of intent to submit a subsequent bid. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
GRANDINETTI, BELATTI, EVSLIN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TODD, Tam |
HSG, CPC, JHA |
SB332, SB1135 |
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HB468 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/5/2025- 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 voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
GRANDINETTI, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO, TAM, TODD |
TRN, JHA |
SB1209 |
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HB469 HD2 SD2
DCAB; Disability Travel Placard; Disabled Persons Parking
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to issue a disability travel placard to an applicant who has a valid removeable windshield placard or disabled paid parking exemption permit but does not have a valid special license plate, and provides proof of travel. (SD2) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, TODD |
HHS, JDC |
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HB470 HD2
Noise; Noise Pollution; String Trimmers; Leaf Blowers; Weed Whackers; Sales Prohibition; Fines
RELATING TO NOISE.
Beginning 7/1/2028, prohibits the sale of any leaf blower, string trimmer, or weed whacker that does not meet the ANSI B-175.2 class 1 rating. Increases fines for violations of leaf blower, string trimmer, and weed whacker restrictions. Beginning 7/1/2028, prohibits government entities from purchasing leaf blowers, string trimmers, or weed whackers that do not meet the ANSI B-175.2 class 1 rating. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/25/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LEE, M. |
EEP, CPC, JHA |
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HB472 HD1 SD2 CD1
Digitized Identification Cards; Valid Identification
RELATING TO DIGITAL IDENTIFICATION.
Authorizes the display of a mobile driver's license to a law enforcement officer on a mobile electronic device, under certain conditions. Limits a law enforcement officer's access to only the information necessary to verify the driver's license credential when displayed electronically. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, HASHEM, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PIERICK, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TODD, Tam |
PSM/CPN, JDC |
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HB476 HD2 SD1
Capital Gains Tax
RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS TAX.
Amends the capital gains tax rate for individuals, estates, and trusts. Amends the alternative capital gains tax for corporations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/4/2025- Recommitted to WAM. |
SAYAMA, HOLT, KILA, MATAYOSHI |
WAM |
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HB480 HD1 SD1
Workers' Compensation; Functional Capacity Examination; Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Authorizes an attending physician to request a functional capacity examination and refer an injured employee for the examination without first obtaining permission from the employee's employer. Allows licensed occupational and physical therapists to be deemed qualified to perform functional capacity examinations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., SAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
LBT, CPN/WAM |
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HB490 HD1
Condominiums; Insurance Commissioner; Mutual Insurance; Report
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires the Insurance Commissioner to study the feasibility of the mutual insurance model for condominium associations and submit a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
IWAMOTO, PIERICK, WARD, Matsumoto |
CPC, FIN |
SB842 |
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HB493
Ethics; Legislators; Employees
RELATING TO ETHICS.
For purposes of the state ethics laws, subjects legislators to all ethics laws applicable to employees by including legislators within the definition of "employees". Repeals references to legislators under the state ethics laws made redundant by the inclusion. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
IWAMOTO, BELATTI, PERRUSO, PIERICK, WARD |
JHA |
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HB497 HD2
Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs; Department of Agriculture; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS.
Transfers the Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs Agency from the Department of Education to the Department of Agriculture and codifies its establishment. Establishes a grant program to be administered by the Agency to support the funding of certain initiatives for the State's public schools. Appropriates funds for grants. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
EDN, AGR, FIN |
SB988 |
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HB498 HD2
DOA; Hawaii Agricultural Crimes Council; Establishment; Agricultural Enforcement Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL CRIMES.
Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Crimes Council. Expands the duties of the Department of Agriculture to collaborate with and support the Council. Establishes the Agricultural Enforcement Special Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
SB762 |
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HB501 HD2
DLE; Agricultural Enforcement Program; Theft of an Agricultural Product or Commodity; Agricultural Enforcement Special Fund; Positions; Appropriations ($)
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. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
SB763 |
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HB502 HD1
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 7/1/3000. Sunsets 6/30/2029. (HD1) |
(H)
2/27/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ICHIYAMA, HASHEM, TARNAS |
WAL, JHA |
SB1079 |
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HB503 HD1
DAGS; Hawaii First Responders Memorial; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII FIRST RESPONDERS MEMORIAL.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Accounting and General Services to hire a consultant to evaluate potential locations and designs for the Hawaii First Responders Memorial. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
ICHIYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARCIA, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD |
PBS, FIN |
SB998 |
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HB504 HD2 SD2
DLNR; DOA; HTA; Department of Budget and Finance; Department of Transportation; Transient Accommodations Tax; Minimum Tax; Increase; Natural Resources; Working Group; Fees; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP.
Amends the transient accommodations tax rate beginning on 1/1/2027. Beginning 1/1/2027, requires collection of a monthly tax of $20 per passenger per port entry or any commercial passenger vessel at any port facility under the jurisdiction of the department of taxation. Establishes a Transient Accommodation Tax Enforcement Working Group. Requires the transfer of all agricultural leases under the jurisdiction of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to the Department of Agriculture. Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for certain environmental stewardship projects. Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Tourism Authority for its operating budget request. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
ICHIYAMA |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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HB508 HD1
Fireworks; Illegal Fireworks Task Force; Sunset; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Extends the sunset date of Act 67, SLH 2023, to 6/30/2030. Appropriates funds for the illegal fireworks task force. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA, FIN |
SB222 |
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HB510 HD1 SD2
CWRM; Water Shortage and Emergency; Water Shortage Declaration; Notice
RELATING TO DECLARATION OF WATER SHORTAGE AND EMERGENCY.
Amends the conditions, manner, and areas in which the Commission on Water Resource Management can declare and provide notice of water shortages and emergencies. Limits the duration of a water shortage declaration to ninety days. Limits water usage restrictions imposed on a permittee or owner and operator to twenty per cent of the permittee's or owner and operator's last reported monthly use. Requires CWRM to maintain a list of names and postal or email addresses of persons who request notification of a water shortage declaration and send them a copy of a notice of a water shortage declaration whenever water shortage is declared. Effective 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC. |
ICHIYAMA, HASHEM, TARNAS |
WLA, JDC |
SB145 |
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HB518
Small Claims Court; Attorney; Representation; Legal Counsel
RELATING TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT.
Prohibits licensed attorneys from representing clients in small claims court. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
WARD, ALCOS, IWAMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, QUINLAN |
JHA |
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HB523
Small Business Caucus Package; Penal Code; Theft; Penalties
RELATING TO THEFT.
Provides that a person who commits theft of property or services the value of which does not exceed $750, commits theft in the second degree if the person was convicted two or more times for any theft offenses in the five years prior to the current offense. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
WARD, GARCIA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB525 HD1
Housing; Rent-to-Own Program; Fee Simple; Leasehold
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies that dwelling units eligible under the Rent-to-Own Program shall be units that are for sale in fee simple or leasehold on state or county land under a lease with an initial term of no less than ninety-nine years. Increases the time the sale price under the program must remain fixed from five years to ten years. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
MIYAKE, EVSLIN, LAMOSAO |
HSG, FIN |
SB76 |
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HB528 HD1
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 no less than ninety-nine years from state law governing residential leaseholds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/WLA, JDC. |
MIYAKE, LAMOSAO |
CPN/WLA, JDC |
SB77 |
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HB531 HD1 SD1
Motor Vehicles; Special Number Plates; UH Cancer Center
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates to recognize the University of Hawaii Cancer Center. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TODD |
TCA, WAM |
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HB532 HD1
Vehicle Title Transfers; Liability; Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.
Clarifies that proof that a transferor has filed required notice forms serves as a complete defense to any action brought against the transferor for an act or omission, civil or criminal, arising out of the use, operation, or abandonment of the vehicle by another person. Requires, by July 1, 2026, the courts to create new forms permitting transferors to respond to actions arising out of the use, operation, or abandonment of transferred vehicles. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/5/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
MIYAKE, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, TAKENOUCHI, TODD |
TRN, JHA |
SB820 |
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HB533 HD1
Historic Property; Historic Preservation
RELATING TO HISTORIC PROPERTY.
Amends the definition of "historic property" under the State's historic preservation program to include properties included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the national register of historic places or Hawaii register of historic places and any artifacts, records, or material remains relating to the property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- 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) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
MIYAKE, AMATO, KAHALOA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, SOUZA, TODD |
WAL, JHA |
SB578 |
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HB537 HD1
Motorcycles; Moped and Motor Scooter Rentals; Electric Foot Scooter Rentals; Helmets
RELATING TO TWO-WHEELED MOTORIZED VEHICLES.
Repeals the exception for when a person is not required to wear a safety helmet when operating a moped or motor scooter leased from a rental company. Requires operators and passengers of motorcycles to wear safety helmets with securely fastened chin straps while operating two-wheeled motorized vehicles on highways, streets, roadways, or any other public property in the State. Requires all renters or lessees of an electric foot scooter to wear a safety helmet regardless of their age. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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 voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
OLDS, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LA CHICA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAM |
TRN, JHA |
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HB538
Safe Entryways; Prohibition Against Residing
RELATING TO SAFE ENTRYWAYS.
Prohibit individuals from residing in a doorway or surrounding area of certain places. Gives county police departments primary authority to enforce the prohibition. |
(H)
2/7/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
OLDS, GARCIA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, QUINLAN |
JHA |
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HB542 HD1
University of Hawaii; Scholarships; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII PROMISE PROGRAM.
Expands the Hawaii promise program to provide scholarships for the unmet needs of qualified students at any four-year university of Hawaii campus who meet certain criteria. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, KAPELA, KILA, LA CHICA, OLDS, SOUZA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB543 HD1
License Plate Flipping Device; Prohibition; Fine; Motor Vehicles
RELATING TO LICENSE PLATES.
Prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle with, possession, purchase, installation, sale, offer for sale, or distribution of license plate flipping devices. Establishes a minimum fine of $250 and a maximum fine of $2,000 for each separate violation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/6/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Ward excused (1). |
GARRETT, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRN, JHA |
SB1096 |
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HB546 HD1 SD1
UH; Aloha Intelligence Institute; Artificial Intelligence
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Establishes the Aloha Intelligence Institute within the University of Hawaii to develop, support, and advance artificial intelligence initiatives statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/20/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GARRETT, KAPELA, KILA, OLDS, SAYAMA |
HRE/LBT, WAM |
SB1622 |
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HB547 HD2
Spay and Neuter Special Fund; Special Number Plates; Income Tax Check-off; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SPAYING AND NEUTERING OF ANIMALS.
Establishes the Spay and Neuter Special Fund to reduce pet overpopulation and the reproduction of free-roaming cats. Establishes various revenue and fundraising sources for the special fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
GARRETT, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
AGR, CAA, FIN |
SB1023 |
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HB548 HD1
UH; Saint Francis School; Campus; Acquisition; Revenue Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE ACQUISITION OF THE SAINT FRANCIS SCHOOL CAMPUS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA.
Authorizes the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii to issue revenue bonds for the acquisition of the Saint Francis School campus located at 2707 Pamoa Road in Honolulu. Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii for the acquisition of the Saint Francis School campus located at 2707 Pamoa Road in Honolulu. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/EIG, WAM. |
GARRETT, AMATO, KAPELA, KILA, LA CHICA, OLDS, SOUZA |
EDU/EIG, WAM |
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HB549 HD3 SD1
UH; Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program; Childcare; Early Learning Opportunities; Professions and Occupations; Reports; Appropriations ($)
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. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:50PM in Conference Room 229. |
GARRETT, CHUN, EVSLIN, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
EDU, WAM |
SB426 |
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HB554 HD1
Day of Observance; Lunar New Year
RELATING TO STATE HOLIDAYS.
Designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice of each year as the Lunar New Year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
CHUN, AMATO, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TODD |
CAA, FIN |
SB47 |
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HB555 HD1
Employment Practices; Paid Rest Periods
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES.
Requires employers to authorize and permit employees a 10-minute paid rest period for every four hours worked. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Kong, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
CHUN, POEPOE, SAYAMA |
LAB, FIN |
SB638 |
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HB557 HD2
Telehealth; Interactive Telecommunications Systems; Insurance Reimbursement
RELATING TO TELEHEALTH.
Extends the sunset date of Act 107, SLH 2023, which allows for the reimbursement of services provided through telehealth via an interactive telecommunications system, until 12/31/2026. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
SB1281 |
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HB560 HD1 SD1
Judiciary; Community-Based Organizations; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary to support services contracted with community-based organizations that deliver essential services, streamline judicial processes, and support the judiciary's capacity to effectively meet the needs of vulnerable households. Effective 4/23/2057. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD |
JDC, WAM |
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HB563 HD1 SD1
UH; Institute for Astronomy; Space Sciences and Engineering Initiative; Workforce Development Program; Maunakea Scholars Program; Internship Program; Equipment and Supplies; Stipends; Positions; Appropriations ($)
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 high school and college students. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, GARRETT, KAHALOA, LOWEN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
EDU, WAM |
SB767, SB1268 |
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HB564
CIP; 32nd Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 32nd representative district. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
SHIMIZU |
FIN |
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HB565 HD1
Mortuaries; Pre-Need Funeral Authorities; Contracts; Cremation; Precious Metals; Notice
RELATING TO MANDATORY PRIOR WRITTEN NOTICE AND CONSENT IN CONTRACTS TO PROVIDE CREMATION SERVICES.
For contracts entered into on or after 10/1/2025, requires mortuaries and pre-need funeral authorities that contract to provide cremation services to provide written notice if precious metals are recovered after cremation and a disclosure that the person has thirty days to claim the precious metals after receipt of the notice. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Souza voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
SHIMIZU (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, JHA |
SB525 |
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HB572 HD1
GET; Exemption; Food; Medical Services; Dental Services
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts food and groceries from certain healthcare-related goods or services that were not the general excise tax. Expands general excise tax exemptions to include purchased under the Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
MATSUMOTO, ALCOS, GARCIA, KONG, PIERICK, WARD |
ECD, FIN |
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HB576 HD2 SD1
Housing Development Programs; HHFDC; Restrictions on Transfer; Hawaiian Home Lands; Exception
RELATING TO RESTRICTIONS ON THE TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER CHAPTER 201H, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Exempts transfers of Hawaiian Home Lands from transfer restrictions for real property under housing development programs of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, TODD |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
SB834 |
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HB577 HD2
Tax Credit; Businesses; Employees; Public Transportation; Legislature; Reports
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Authorizes a tax credit for businesses that pay the public transportation costs of employees. Requires reports to the Legislature. Applies for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025 but not beginning after 12/31/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
HOLT, GARCIA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, Muraoka |
TRN, ECD, FIN |
SB970 |
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HB580
Sentencing; Mandatory Minimum; Promoting Dangerous Drugs; Methamphetamine; Fentanyl
RELATING TO DANGEROUS DRUGS.
Establishes a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for promoting a dangerous drug in the third degree if the conviction is predicated on the possession of methamphetamine or fentanyl, and progressive mandatory minimum terms of imprisonment if the person has prior convictions predicated on the trafficking of methamphetamine or the possession of methamphetamine or fentanyl. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
HOLT, GARCIA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE |
JHA |
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HB584
Judiciary; Short Form
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Short form bill relating to the Judiciary. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB585
Hawaiian Affairs; Short Form
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Short form bill relating to Hawaiian affairs. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB586
Penal Code; Short Form
RELATING TO THE PENAL CODE.
Short form bill relating to the Penal Code. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB587
Department of the Attorney General; Short Form
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL.
Short form bill relating to the Department of the Attorney General. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB588
State Law; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE LAW.
Short form bill relating to state law. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB592
CIP; Thirty-first Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-FIRST REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-first representative district. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
ICHIYAMA |
FIN |
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HB594 HD2
Hotels; Hotel Services; Service Disruption; Third-Party Vendor; Guests; Notice; Damages
RELATING TO HOTELS.
Requires hotelkeepers to provide adequate notice of service disruptions to guests and third-party vendors under certain conditions. Allows for recovery of damages by injured consumers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on CPC as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO, PIERICK, TODD |
TOU, JHA, CPC |
SB83 |
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HB595 HD2
Law Enforcement Activities; 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. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, PERRUSO |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
SB307 |
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HB596 HD1 SD1
Emergency Management; Disasters; Emergencies; Definitions
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies the types of events that constitute disasters and emergencies for the purposes of emergency management. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
POEPOE, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI |
PSM, WAM |
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HB604 HD1
TAT; HHCA; Tax Revenues; Deposits; Hawaiian Home General Loan Fund
RELATING TO TAX REVENUES.
Beginning on 1/1/2026, increases transient accommodations tax rates by 1 percentage point. Deposits the increased revenues into the Hawaiian Home General Loan Fund established under the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Reyes Oda voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
HOLT, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, POEPOE, SOUZA |
TOU/HSG, JHA, FIN |
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HB606 HD1 SD1
DHHL; Repair and Maintenance; Mercantile Projects; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOMELANDS.
Appropriates funds to be used by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for mercantile projects, as well as lump sum repair and maintenance, in fiscal year 2025-2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
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HB607
Fireworks; Offense; Penalties; Felonies
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Establishes the Class A felony-level offense of serious bodily injury or death resulting from fireworks. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
SOUZA, KONG, TAM |
JHA |
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HB610 HD1
AG; Cold Case; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COLD CASE INVESTIGATIONS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a Cold Case Investigation Unit within the Department of the Attorney General. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
SOUZA, AMATO, COCHRAN, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
JHA, FIN |
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HB616 HD2
DOE; Public Charter Schools; Educational Workers; Protection and Workplace Safety; Harassment
RELATING TO THE SAFETY OF EDUCATIONAL WORKERS.
Requires the Department of Education and public charter schools to take certain steps to report incidents of harassment and implement procedures for handling harassment of educational workers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
WOODSON (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, JHA, FIN |
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HB617 HD1
Nursing; UH Maui College; BS Nursing Established; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NURSING.
Appropriates funds to establish the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program at the University of Hawaii Maui College. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
WOODSON, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
HED, FIN |
SB119 |
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HB619 HD1
Board of Education; Public Schools; Financial Literacy
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Board of Education to adopt and enact a policy by the 2026-2027 school year directing Department of Education public schools to incorporate financial literacy education in the school's curriculum. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB620 HD1 SD1
DOE; Braille; Low Vision or Blind Students; Individualized Educational Programs; Section 504 Plans; Braille Instruction; Print Instructional Materials; Braille Literacy Resource Center; Rules; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes braille literacy as a policy of the State. Requires literacy assessments for eligible low vision and blind students to include braille instruction and the use of braille. Authorizes the Department of Education to adopt administrative rules. Establishes the Braille Literacy Resource Center. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB621 HD1
Education; DOE; English Language Learner Educators; Differential Pay; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires and appropriates funds to pay salary differentials to English language educators as an incentive to attract and retain these educators. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
WOODSON, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDN, FIN |
SB973 |
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HB624 HD1 SD1
DOE; School Psychologists; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Creates a School Psychologists Working Group within the Department of Education to recommend actionable steps or propose legislation for an immediate pathway to licensure for school psychologists that can be acted upon in 2026. Requires a report to the Legislature. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, KAPELA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
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HB626 HD1
Department of Education; Hoʻākea Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for the Department's Hoʻākea Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/5/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB627 HD1
DOE; School Safety, Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL SAFETY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for positions to implement and maintain school safety measures. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GARRETT, HOLT, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB628 HD1
Veterans; Armed Services; Wartime Practices; High School Diploma; DOE
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a program to award high school diplomas to persons who did not receive a diploma as a result of compulsory or voluntary induction into the armed services and persons whose high school education was interrupted due to wartime practices during World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU/PSM, WAM. |
WOODSON, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
EDU/PSM, WAM |
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HB629 HD1
Department of Education; Occupational Therapists; Physical Therapists; Speech Pathologists; Diagnosis; Treatment
RELATING TO THERAPY SERVICES.
Expands the scopes of practice for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech pathologists employed by or contracted with the Department of Education to diagnose students with a medical condition in an educational setting and treat the students. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2025- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WOODSON, AMATO, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDN, CPC |
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HB636 HD2
School Capital Improvement Project Modernization Initiative; School Facilities Authority; BOE; DOE; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT.
Establishes a school capital improvement project modernization initiative in the School Facilities Authority to create a planning database for school facilities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
LA CHICA, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, OLDS, SOUZA, Chun, Matsumoto |
EDU, WAM |
SB449 |
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HB637 HD1
Department of Education; Dyslexia Screening; Universal Screening; Evidence-based Interventions; Teacher Professional Development; Appropriation
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to implement dyslexia-sensitive universal screenings and evidence-based interventions, offer professional development on structured literacy and evidenced-based interventions, and support pre-teacher programs in training candidates in structured literary instruction. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TODD, WOODSON, Matsumoto |
EDU, WAM |
SB1001 |
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HB640 HD3
Office of the Ombudsman; Child Welfare Services Branch; Department of Human Services; Complaints ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
Requires the Office of the Ombudsman to publish an annual report on its website that identifies the number and nature of complaints that it receives regarding the Child Welfare Services Branch of the Department of Human Services. Requires the Child Welfare Services Branch to provide notification to certain parties that complaints can also be filed with the Office of the Ombudsman. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
GVO/HHS, WAM |
SB1108 |
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HB642 HD1
Administrative Rules; Rulemaking; Agencies; Digital Accessibility; Searchability; Formatting
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE RULES.
Requires all state agencies proposing, adopting, amending, or repealing a rule to make the full text of the rules of the agency available on the website of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor in a digitally accessible and searchable format. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
MARTEN, CHUN, KILA, LAMOSAO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
JHA, FIN |
SB55 |
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HB643 HD2 SD1
Department of Agriculture; University of Hawaii; Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle; Prevention; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE COCONUT RHINOCEROS BEETLE PROGRAM.
Establishes short-term management initiatives for the coconut rhinoceros beetle response program. Appropriates funds for activities and positions related to coconut rhinoceros beetle infestation control. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD, WARD |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
SB686 |
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HB644 HD2
Single-use Plastic Food Ware Containing PFAS; Prohibition; Solid Waste; PFAS
RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.
Prohibits the distribution, sale, or use of single-use plastic food ware containing plastic with regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances by businesses beginning on 1/1/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/18/2026- Re-Referred to CPN/AEN, JDC. |
MARTEN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LOWEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, TODD |
CPN/AEN, JDC |
SB1020 |
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HB646 HD1
DHS; Supplemental Security Income Program; Medicaid; Automatic Enrollment; Reports
RELATING TO SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME.
Requires the Department of Human Services to automatically enroll, or authorize the Social Security Administration to automatically enroll, in the State's Medicaid program any individual in the State who receives federal Supplemental Security Income benefits. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
MARTEN, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
HSH, FIN |
SB797 |
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HB649 HD1 SD1 CD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation; State Small Boat Harbors; Permits; Fees
RELATING TO SMALL BOAT HARBORS.
Revises provisions relating to state small boat harbors fees and permits. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
HASHEM |
WLA, WAM |
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HB655 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Registration; Taxes; Penalties; Delinquency
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Limits the required payment of certain unpaid motor vehicle taxes and fees and accompanying financial penalties to those incurred during the most recent five consecutive years of delinquency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
HASHEM |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
SB1097 |
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HB657 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
HASHEM, AMATO, GARCIA, KAHALOA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TODD |
PBS/TRN, FIN |
SB607 |
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HB661 HD2
Environmental Review; Permitted Activities
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Permits, under certain circumstances, a previously permitted or authorized activity challenged as being subject to environmental review to continue while the applicable agency or applicant conducts an environmental assessment, prepares an environmental impact statement, or determines whether the activity is exempt. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/AEN, JDC. |
HASHEM |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
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HB662 HD1
Campaign Finance; Contributions
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Makes contributions by the candidate's immediate family subject to contribution limits. Amends the loan amount that a candidate or candidate committee may receive from the candidate's immediate family. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
KILA, EVSLIN, LAMOSAO, TAKENOUCHI |
JHA, FIN |
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HB664 HD1 SD2
AG; DLE; Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission; Office of Gun Violence Prevention; Gun Violence Prevention Special Fund; Gun Violence Resource Bank; Gun Establishment; Grants; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION.
Establishes the Office of Gun Violence Prevention to conduct community outreach on gun violence prevention, develop and administer a grant program for gun violence prevention, and develop and administer a gun violence resource bank. Moves the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission from the Office of the Attorney General to the Department of Law Enforcement. Replaces the Attorney General with the Director of Law Enforcement as Chair of the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission and includes the Attorney General as a commission member. Establishes the Gun Violence Prevention Special Fund and appropriates funds into and out of the special fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2077. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KILA, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
SB774 |
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HB669
Nuisance Abatement; Gambling Offenses; Mandatory Fine
RELATING TO NUISANCE ABATEMENT.
Requires the court to impose a mandatory fine per violation for nuisance abatement laws related to gambling offenses. Allows citizens who bring civil nuisance abatement suits against places used for illegal gambling the same rights and protections as those afforded to victims and witnesses in criminal proceedings. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
KILA, HOLT, LAMOSAO, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
JHA |
SB653 |
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HB670 HD1
Department of Transportation; Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program; Electric Mobility Subaccount; Appropriation
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. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KILA, GRANDINETTI, LOWEN, MARTEN |
TRN, FIN |
SB484 |
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HB673 HD1
Emergency Management; State of Emergency
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Amends chapter 127A, HRS, to clarify state and county authority. Prohibits the Governor or a mayor from suspending requests for public records or vital specifics during a state of emergency. Adds definition of the term "severe warning". Allows the Legislature and county councils to terminate a state of emergency, in whole or in part, issued by the Governor or a mayor, respectively. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
BELATTI, MARTEN, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE |
PBS, JHA |
SB353 |
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HB674 HD1
National Guard; Insurance; TRICARE; Department of Defense; Dental; Vision
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Authorizes the payment of allowances for TRICARE, TRICARE Dental Program, and vision coverage to all officers, warrant officers, and enlisted personnel of the Hawaii National Guard ordered to active duty for more than 30 days. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
BELATTI, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
PBS, FIN |
SB88 |
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HB675
Judges; Bail; Findings
RELATING TO BAIL.
Requires judges to make certain findings regarding a defendant's ability to afford bail. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI, AMATO, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
JHA |
SB725 |
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HB677 HD1
DCR; Offender Reentry; Identification Documents; Departmental Assistance
RELATING TO IDENTIFICATION.
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, in collaboration with various agencies and upon request of the inmates, to assist inmates in obtaining the inmates' civil identification card, birth certificate, social security card, and other relevant identification necessary for successful reentry into society, as soon as practicable. Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to initiate the process of obtaining identifying documents for inmates released to work furlough, extended furlough, or community placement programs, by providing the forms necessary for the inmate to obtain civil identification cards and other identifying documents to the inmate as soon as practicable. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LEE, M., MARTEN, PERRUSO, PIERICK, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
PBS, JHA, FIN |
SB224 |
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HB678
Public Safety; Short Form
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Short form bill relating to public safety. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB679
Public Safety; Short Form
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Short form bill relating to public safety. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB680
Emergencies; Short Form
RELATING TO EMERGENCIES.
Short form bill relating to emergencies. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB681
Military Affairs; Short Form
RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS.
Short form bill relating to military affairs. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB682
Veterans; Short Form
RELATING TO VETERANS.
Short form bill relating to veterans. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 2 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB683 HD2
Student Transportation Coordinators; Department of Education; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes and appropriates funds for student transportation coordinators positions within the Department of Education to strengthen student transportation services across the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, MARTEN, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB864 |
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HB685 HD1
ADC; Kau; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriate funds for the Agribusiness Development Corporation to purchase a land parcel in Kau on the county of Hawaii for agricultural development. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAPELA |
AGR, FIN |
SB1003 |
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HB686 HD1
Neighborhood Boards; Community Outreach Boards; Sunshine Law; Public Meetings; Permitted Interactions
RELATING TO COMMUNITY OUTREACH BOARDS.
Defines community outreach board to mean a board established to serve in a community advisory capacity under a county department. Includes community outreach boards in existing provisions of the Sunshine Law relating to neighborhood boards. Authorizes neighborhood board and community outreach board members to attend meetings or presentations related to official board business statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAPELA, KAHALOA, PERRUSO |
JHA, FIN |
SB869 |
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HB689 HD1
Sexual Exploitation; Safe Harbor Protections; Medical or Law Enforcement Assistance
RELATING TO SEXUAL EXPLOITATION.
Establishes safe harbor protections for survivors of sexual exploitation who seek medical or law enforcement assistance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
KAPELA, GRANDINETTI, MARTEN, PIERICK, QUINLAN |
HSH, JHA |
SB292 |
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HB697 HD2 SD1
DLE; DOT; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems; Violations; Evidence; State Highway Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows authorized employees of the Department of Law Enforcement, in addition to county police departments, to perform certain actions in reviewing recorded images produced by automated speed enforcement systems. Appropriates funds from the State Highway Fund to the Department of Transportation to establish and implement the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, TAKAYAMA |
TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
SB1208 |
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HB698 HD1 SD2
Penal Code; Animal Cruelty; Pet Animals; Service Animals; Law Enforcement Animals; Penalties
RELATING TO ANIMAL CRUELTY.
Increases the criminal penalties for the offenses of cruelty to animals in the first and second degree that involve pet animals. Increases the criminal penalty for a second or subsequent offense of causing injury or death to a service animal or law enforcement animal. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KILA, AMATO, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, OLDS, TAM, TODD |
JDC |
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HB699 HD1
Pet Animals; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Rent; Security Deposits
RELATING TO PET ANIMALS.
Prohibits landlords from charging additional monthly fees for the keeping of a pet animal, except in certain circumstances. Prohibits landlords from charging more than one-third of one month's rent as an additional pet animal security deposit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KILA, GARRETT, Tam |
CPC, JHA |
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HB701 HD3 SD2
Kupuna Caucus; DOTAX; Executive Office on Aging; Family Caregiver Tax Credit; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a family caregiver tax credit for nonpaid family caregivers. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys to the Executive Office on Aging. The tax credit applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
HHS, WAM |
SB879 |
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HB702 HD1
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Matching Funds; Appropriation ($)
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 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
SB877 |
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HB706 HD1 SD1
Skateboards; Helmet Requirement; Minors
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Requires all skateboard users under the age of sixteen to wear a helmet while operating a skateboard. Takes effect 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
TAKENOUCHI |
TRS, JDC |
SB344 |
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HB707 HD1
College Savings Program; 529 Accounts; Hawaii ABLE Savings Program; Income Tax; Deduction; Internal Revenue Code Conformance
RELATING TO THE COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM.
Establishes a state income tax deduction for contributions made to Hawaii 529 accounts through the college savings program and accounts made through the Hawaii ABLE Savings Program. Conforms to the amendments of the Internal Revenue Code that authorize 529 benefits to be used for K-12 educational expenses. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
TAKENOUCHI |
HED/EDN, FIN |
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HB714 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Education; Health Care Workforce; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds to support educational training programs to expand the State's health care workforce, including funding to support health care certification programs offered in public high schools and education programs that support certified nurse assistants in becoming licensed practical nurses. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD, WARD |
HHS/EDT, WAM |
SB294 |
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HB715 HD1
Vital Statistics; Commemorative Certificates of Stillbirth; Department of Health; Fees; Vital Statistics Improvement Special Fund ($)
RELATING TO VITAL STATISTICS.
Authorizes the Department of Health to issue commemorative certificates of stillbirth. Establishes fees for the issuance of commemorative certificates of stillbirth, to be deposited into the Vital Statistics Improvement Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
TAKAYAMA, GRANDINETTI, MARTEN, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
HLT, FIN |
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HB716 HD1 SD1
Health Infrastructure Grant Program; Health Information Technologies; State Health Planning and Development Agency; FQHCs; Rural Health Clinics; Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Centers; Native Hawaiian Health Centers; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Establishes the Health Information Technology Infrastructure Grant Program within the Department of Health, to be administered by the State Health Planning and Development Agency, to support health information technology infrastructure and the implementation of interoperable health information technologies in federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program centers, and Native Hawaiian health centers. Appropriates funds for the grant program. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB959 |
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HB729 HD2
Marriage; Legal Age; Family Court; Guardianship; Penal Code
RELATING TO MARRIAGE OF MINORS.
Raises the minimum age to enter into marriage from sixteen to eighteen years of age. Repeals the authority of parents and the family court to consent to a minor's marriage. Repeals spousal cohabitation after the parties attain legal age as an exception for an annulment based on nonage. Repeals exemptions for sexual assault of a minor if the perpetrator is married to the minor. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD |
HHS, JDC |
SB528 |
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HB730 HD1
Department of Education; Civil Rights Compliance; Equity Specialists; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes, and appropriates funds for, five full-time equivalent (5.0 FTE) positions within the Civil Rights Compliance Branch of the Department of Education. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
REYES ODA, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB733 HD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Systems; Parking Requirements; Counties; Ordinances
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE PARKING.
Removes the exemption that allowed owners of multiple parking facilities within the State to designate and electrify fewer parking spaces than required in one or more of the properties if the requirement for the total number of aggregate spaces on all of their owned properties was met. Authorizes the counties to adopt ordinances to regulate electric vehicle charging systems for places of public accommodation with fewer than one hundred parking spaces. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
EVSLIN, LOWEN |
EEP, JHA |
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HB734 HD1 SD1
DOH; Rules; Wastewater Systems; Cesspool Conversion; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Requires the Department of Health, in consultation with various agencies and professionals, to review rules and practices and propose changes that have the potential to make wastewater systems and cesspool upgrades more affordable without compromising water quality. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, LOWEN |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
SB1636 |
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HB738 HD2
Historic Preservation; County-designated Transit-oriented Development; SHPD Review; Historic Property
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Creates a process for expediting the review of majority-residential mixed-use transit-oriented development or residential transit-oriented development on certain parcels within county-designated transit-oriented development zones that have a low risk of affecting historically significant resources. Authorizes lead agencies, including county governments, to make determinations on the potential effects of a project. Creates a ninety-day limit, or thirty-day if no historic property is to be affected, to concur or not concur with project effect determinations. Exempts projects with written concurrence from further review unless there is a change to the project or additional historic properties, aviation artifacts, or burial sites are identified within the project area. Establishes notice and reporting requirements if there is a change to the project or additional historic properties, aviation artifacts, or burial sites are identified within the project area after the initial written concurrence. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
EVSLIN, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, Amato |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
SB1263 |
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HB739 HD2
Kamaaina Homes Program; Voluntary Deed Restrictions; Counties
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Kamaaina Homes Program to provide funding to the counties to purchase voluntary deed restrictions from eligible homeowners or homebuyers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/11/2025- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HOU, WAM |
SB490 |
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HB740 HD2 SD2
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Counties; Accessory Dwelling Units; Purchase of Equity; Voluntary Deed Restrictions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Accessory Dwelling Unit Financing and Deed Restriction Program to allocate funds to the counties for the purchase of equity in an accessory dwelling unit by the State. Specifies eligible homeowners or homebuyers for the Program to finance construction costs, development costs, and non-reoccurring closing costs associated with the construction of an accessory dwelling unit and purchase deed restrictions on the property. Appropriates moneys for infrastructure projects. Sunsets 1/1/2031. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
EVSLIN, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, SOUZA, TARNAS, WARD |
HOU, WAM |
SB491 |
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HB741 HD2
Community Development Financial Institutions; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Prevailing Wages; Exemption
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts affordable housing projects that are financed by a nonprofit community development financial institution certified by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation as utilizing less than a certain amount from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund from prevailing wage provisions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/18/2025- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE, NAKAMURA |
HOU/LBT, WAM |
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HB743 HD1
Land Use; Fiscal Impact Model; Fiscal Sustainability; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to develop a model that assesses the fiscal impacts of land use development projects and regional infrastructure investments. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
EVSLIN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TODD, WARD |
WAL, FIN |
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HB745 HD1
Hawaii State Building Code; Counties; Amendments
RELATING TO BUILDING CODES.
Beginning on the date the International Code Council 2024 suite of published codes is adopted as the Hawaii state building code, makes the most recent Hawaii state building codes adopted by the state building code council supersede all existing county building codes and thereafter allows counties to amend the Hawaii state building code as it applies within their jurisdiction. Repeals the counties' authority to adopt, amend, and update the Hawaii state building codes for their respective county building codes. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Belatti, Kapela, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Matsumoto, Perruso, Shimizu, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HSG, JHA, FIN |
SB1540 |
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HB749 HD1
Department of Health; Wastewater Branch; Cesspool Conversion Section; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Establishes a Cesspool Conversion Section within the Department of Health's Wastewater Branch, which shall be responsible for facilitating the conversion of cesspools within the State. Establishes and appropriates funds for positions within the Cesspool Conversion Section. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to HHS/AEN, WAM. |
LOWEN, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TARNAS, TODD |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
SB675 |
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HB751 HD2 SD1
Solid Waste Reduction; Organic Waste Diversion; Benchmarks; Counties; Solid Waste Management Plans; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ORGANIC WASTE.
Establishes statewide goals for solid waste reduction and organic waste diversion. Requires each county to incorporate into its next integrated solid waste management plan revision a plan to divert certain organic waste generated within the county in alignment with established state benchmarks. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/18/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, TODD |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
SB676 |
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HB753 HD1
Keiki Caucus; Taxation; Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit; Applicable Percentage; Employment-related Expenses
RELATING TO THE HOUSEHOLD AND DEPENDENT CARE SERVICES TAX CREDIT.
Increases a taxpayer's applicable percentage of employment-related expenses that is used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit. Extends the sunset date of the temporary increase in maximum employment-related expenses that are used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit, established by Act 163, SLH 2023, to 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/3000. Sunsets 6/30/3005. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
MARTEN, AMATO, GARRETT, HOLT, KAPELA, KILA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA |
HSH, ECD, FIN |
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HB754 HD2
DOE; Community Schools; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for community schools and a program manager position. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2025- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
WOODSON, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EDU, WAM |
SB821 |
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HB755 HD2
Keiki Caucus; Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program; Family and Medical Leave Insurance Benefits; Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
RELATING TO PAID FAMILY LEAVE.
By 1/1/2028, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish a family and medical leave insurance program and begin collecting payroll contributions to finance payment of benefits. By 1/1/2029, requires the Department to start receiving claims and paying benefits under the program. Specifies eligibility requirements and employee protections under the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Kong, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
SAYAMA, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
SB852 |
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HB756 HD2
Keiki Caucus; Prohibition; Sale; Labeling; Flavored Nicotine Products; Nicotine Product Flavor Enhancers; E-Liquids; Penalties; Appropriation
RELATING TO HEALTH.
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/4/2025- Referred to CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA |
CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC |
SB972 |
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HB757 HD1
Keiki Caucus; Universal Free School Breakfasts and Lunches; DOE; Appropriation
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students enrolled in department schools. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA |
EDN, FIN |
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HB763 HD1
Civic Education; Civic Education Trust Fund; Department of Education; Resource Teacher; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CIVIC EDUCATION.
Establishes the civic education trust fund to support programs benefiting civic education of public school students. Appropriates funds for the expansion of civic education in the public schools and for full-time equivalent permanent civic education resource teacher positions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
PERRUSO, BELATTI, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB767
Elections; Elections by Mail; Ballot Curing; Ballot Deficiency
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Extends from 5 business days to 13 calendar days the time period for ballot curing after the date of election. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
SOUZA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA |
JHA |
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HB772 HD1
Campaign Funds; Permitted Uses
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Disallows the use of campaign funds to purchase up to two tickets for an event or fundraiser held by another candidate or committee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
JDC, WAM |
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HB773 HD1 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Grant Specialist; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to establish grant specialist positions to assist farmers and ranchers in meeting the requirements to receive grants offered by the United States Department of Agriculture, State, counties, or private entities. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, HOLT, HUSSEY, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
AEN, WAM |
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HB775 HD1
DOA; Biosecurity; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for various programs and permanent positions in agricultural biosecurity established by Act 231, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA |
AGR, FIN |
SB1187 |
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HB776 HD1
Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program; Reimbursement Program; Grant Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL SUPPORT.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program, to consist of a reimbursement program and grant program, to assist certain farmers and livestock producers with transportation costs for agricultural products, inputs, supplies, and production and distribution of agricultural commodities. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
KAHALOA |
AGR, FIN |
SB1184 |
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HB781 HD1
Waiahole Water System; Bond Debt Service; Tunnel Repair; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE WAIAHOLE WATER SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds for the Waiahole Water System for bond debt service and tunnel repair. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, LAMOSAO, PERRUSO |
AGR, WAL, FIN |
SB1541 |
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HB782 HD1 SD1
DOA; Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture a working group to review and make recommendations on amending or repealing unnecessary or obsolete laws pertaining to agriculture. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, EVSLIN, HASHEM, KAPELA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA |
AEN, WAM |
SB1185 |
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HB783 HD1
Irrigation Systems; CIP; General Obligation Bonds; HDOA; Positions; Conversion; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IRRIGATION.
Authorizes the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds and appropriates funds to finance capital improvement projects for irrigation systems in the State. Converts the means of financing from the Irrigation System Revolving Fund to the general fund for certain positions in the Department of Agriculture. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, EVSLIN, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO |
AGR, FIN |
SB1086 |
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HB784 HD1 SD1
Emergency Medical Services; Advanced Life Support Ambulance; Department of Health; Hawaii Health Systems Corporation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Makes an appropriation for the operation of an additional ambulance for the island of Hawaii to be based in Makalei. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
LOWEN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
HHS, WAM |
SB569 |
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HB787 HD1
DLNR; Climate Commission; Study; Decarbonization; Carbon; Standards; Buy Clean; Procurement; Construction Materials; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DECARBONIZATION.
Requires the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation 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 funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
LOWEN, GRANDINETTI, LA CHICA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TODD |
EEP, FIN |
SB1016 |
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HB791
State Funds; State Treasury; Definition
RELATING TO STATE FUNDS.
Makes technical amendments to the definition of "state funds" as it relates to the deposit of certain moneys into the state treasury. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB792 HD1 SD1
Office of the Legislative Analyst
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT SERVICES.
Clarifies the Office of the Legislative Analyst. Effective 1/1/2491. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
YAMASHITA |
GVO, WAM |
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HB793
Receipt of Federal Funds; Notification; House Speaker; Senate President
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Requires the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House to be notified in writing upon the receipt of any federal-aid moneys for expenditure by the State within ten days following receipt. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB798 HD2
Wastewater; Raw Sewage; Treatment; Discharge; Prohibition
RELATING TO WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies the exemptions to the prohibition on discharging any wastewater or raw sewage into state waters after December 31, 2026, including an exemption for treatment plants having a treatment capacity of less than a certain number of gallons per day. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Belatti, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Shimizu voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
YAMASHITA |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
SB946 |
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HB801
Taxation; Short Form
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Short form bill relating to taxation. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB802
Non-general Funds; Short Form
RELATING TO NON-GENERAL FUNDS.
Short form bill relating to non-general funds. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB803
State Programs; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE PROGRAMS.
Short form bill relating to state programs. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB804
State Budget; Short Form
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Short form bill relating to the state budget. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB805
State Finances; Short Form
RELATING TO THE STATE FINANCES.
Short form bill relating to the state finances. |
(H)
1/21/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
YAMASHITA |
FIN |
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HB807 HD2 SD1
Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority; Condominiums; Condominium Loan Program; Condominium Loan Loss Reserves Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Establishes the Condominium Loan Program to provide condominium associations with low-cost financing, or refinancing for previously obtained loans, for maintenance or repair projects. Establishes the Condominium Loan Loss Reserves Program to incentivize lenders to provide loans at competitive rates and terms to condominium associations for the purpose of allowing condominium associations to make necessary maintenance or repairs. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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4/1/2025- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
CPN, WAM |
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HB810 HD1
Helicopters; Noise Pollution; Public Nuisance; Federal Aviation Act; Private Right of Action
RELATING TO NOISE POLLUTION.
Establishes a private right of action for any person aggrieved by a violation of the Federal Aviation Act and existing federal laws to bring a civil action against the owner or operator of the helicopter in violation and collect damages and litigation costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
TRN, EEP, JHA |
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HB812 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Local Produce; Specifications
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes a contract for the purchase of local produce having a value of more than $25,000 to be for a term of at least five years, under certain conditions. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
GVO, WAM |
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HB813 HD1
Public Employees; Employees' Retirement System; Credited Service; Retirement; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Reduces the minimum number of years of credited service from ten years to five years qualified Tier 2 employee's retirement system members must have to be eligible for vested benefit status for service retirement allowance purposes. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, LEE, M., SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
LAB, FIN |
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HB814 HD1
DOH; Youth Cannabis Use; Public Health and Informational Campaign; Community-based Organizations; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Health to develop and implement a public health and informational campaign and contract with community-based organizations to prevent substance misuse and treat substance use disorder among youth. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Holt excused (1). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, GARRETT, LA CHICA, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
HLT, FIN |
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HB815 HD1
Employer-Union Trust Fund; Health Plans; Prepaid Health Care Act
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Requires the health benefits plan or plans established by the Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund board to meet or exceed the requirements of the Prepaid Health Care Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1). |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, HOLT, LEE, M., MARTEN, SAYAMA, TARNAS |
LBT, WAM |
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HB816 HD1 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DOH; Paramedics; Buprenorphine; Opioid Overdose; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY RESPONSE.
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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3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
SB851 |
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HB818 HD2
Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District; Establishment; Hawaii Community Development Authority; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Special Fund ($)
RELATING TO THE WAIAKEA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Establishes the Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District and the Waiakea Peninsula Community Development District Special Fund. Specifies the powers and duties of the Hawaii Community Development Authority as it relates to the new development district. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, HASHEM, KAHALOA, KUSCH, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
SB1078 |
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HB825
Gambling; Nuisance Abatement; Civil Suits; Victim Protection; Penalties
RELATING TO NUISANCE ABATEMENT.
Offers rights and protections to citizens who bring civil nuisance abatement suits related to illegal gambling. Imposes a mandatory fine of $5,0000 for violating nuisance abatement laws related to gambling offenses. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
MURAOKA, BELATTI, GARCIA, IWAMOTO, KILA, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, TAM |
JHA |
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HB826 HD2
Land Use; Residential Housing; Agricultural Workforce Housing; Long-term Rentals; Workforce Fee Simple Ownership; County Planning Commission; Agricultural Districts; Special Permit
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes a county planning commission, by special permit, to permit land uses exclusively providing residential housing for purposes of agricultural workforce housing, long-term rental, or workforce fee simple ownership in an agricultural district, under certain conditions. Repeals 6/30/2035. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HOU, JDC. |
EVSLIN, HOLT, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, SOUZA, TARNAS |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
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HB827 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) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
LAB, FIN |
SB828 |
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HB829
Intoxicating Liquor; Licenses; Criminal History Record Check; Nonprofit Organizations; Exempt
RELATING TO INTOXICATING LIQUOR.
Provides that leaders of nonprofit organizations shall be exempt from county liquor commission criminal history check requirements for license applicants. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
MIYAKE, LAMOSAO |
JHA |
SB100 |
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HB833 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; DURF; Community Land Trust Equity Pilot Program; Affordable Housing; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY LAND TRUSTS.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to establish a five-year Community Land Trust Equity Pilot Program to provide community land trusts with a line of credit to fund the acquisition, rehabilitation, renovation, or construction of housing for certain households. Requires reports to the Legislature regarding the pilot program. Appropriates funds from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for establishment of the pilot program. Sunsets the pilot program on 6/30/2030. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GRANDINETTI, BELATTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM, Kila |
HOU, WAM |
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HB836
Penalties; Sentencing; Theft; Burglary; Smash and Grab
RELATING TO PENALTIES.
Mandates courts to impose an enhanced sentence for theft and burglary offenses over a certain property value threshold. Increases penalties for habitual property crime perpetrators. Targets fencing operations and imposes enhanced sentencing to those who knowingly receive stolen property or resell such property. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
REYES ODA, GARCIA, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, WARD, Muraoka |
JHA |
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HB838 HD1
Teachers; Certification; Bonus; Appropriation; Retention; DOE ($)
RELATING TO TEACHERS.
Increases the bonus for teachers who achieve and maintain a current national board certification from $5,000 to $10,000. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
REYES ODA, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, WARD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB840 HD1
UH; Athletics; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII ATHLETICS.
Appropriates funds to athletics departments of the University of Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
GARRETT, CHUN, HOLT, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HED, FIN |
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HB841 HD2
DOE; Retirants; Benefits; Exemption; Teachers; Hard-to-Fill Positions
RELATING TO RETIRED TEACHERS.
Amends the break in service requirement for retirants to six months before they can be rehired as teachers or administrators in teacher shortage areas or in hard-to-fill positions. Prohibits rehired retirants from receiving additional employment benefits. Directs the Department of Education to adopt rules to identify teacher shortage areas and hard-to-fill positions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
GARRETT, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
SB1546 |
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HB842 HD1
UH; Mental Health Practitioners; Division of Student Success; Counseling and Student Development Center; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii at Manoa to establish additional permanent mental health practitioner positions within the Division of Student Success' Counseling and Student Development Center. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
GARRETT, AMATO, KILA, OLDS, SOUZA |
HED, FIN |
SB87 |
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HB843 HD1
University of Hawaii; College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Facilities; Repairs; Maintenance; Demolition; Design; Construction; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESILIENCE.
Appropriates funds for critical repairs, maintenance, demolition, design, and construction for facilities of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Establishes and appropriates funds for positions within the University of Hawaii for the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
GARRETT, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
HED, FIN |
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HB846
Contractors; Handyman Exemption; Threshold
RELATING TO CONTRACTORS.
Raises the threshold exemption under the contractor licensing law's handyman exemption from $1,500 to $2,500. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 3 |
GARCIA, EVSLIN, PIERICK, QUINLAN, WARD |
CPC |
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HB847 HD1
DLIR; Hawaii Retirement Savings Act; Hawaii Retirement Savings Program; Covered Employer; Definition; Automatic Enrollment; Opt-Out Option; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HAWAII RETIREMENT SAVINGS ACT.
Clarifies the definition of "covered employer" under the Hawaii Retirement Savings Act. Requires covered employers to automatically enroll covered employees into the Hawaii Retirement Savings Program unless the employee chooses to opt out. Repeals the limit on the total fees and expenses that can be spent for the Program each year. Appropriates funds to the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations for the development and operation of the Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD |
LAB, FIN |
SB855 |
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HB850 HD1 SD1
Condominium Associations; Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting; Mail Voting; Cumulative Voting
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies an association board's authority with respect to calling electronic meetings, electronic voting, and mail voting. Clarifies that, in condominium elections, cumulative voting rights apply to all candidates regardless of whether they are nominated. Clarifies that individual votes are used in cumulative voting. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN |
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HB851
Self-Defense; Deadly Force; Duty to Retreat; Safe At Home Law
RELATING TO SELF DEFENSE.
Clarifies that a person who uses deadly force in self-defense does not have a duty to retreat if they are in their dwelling or on their property unless they are the initial aggressor. Repeals statutory language that permits a person to use deadly force at their place of work. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
QUINLAN, ALCOS, GARCIA, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, OLDS |
JHA |
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HB852
Restaurants; Mandatory Gratuity Service Charge; Party Size; Limit; Notification
RELATING TO SERVICE CHARGES.
Prohibits restaurants from imposing a mandatory gratuity service charge for the sale of 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. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 3 |
SHIMIZU (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC |
SB1256 |
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HB858 HD1 SD1
DOA; Agricultural Statistics Program; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to revitalize and enhance the Agricultural Statistics Program to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/17/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
AEN, WAM |
SB1111 |
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HB861 HD1
School Bus Contracts; Student Transportation; Service Disruptions
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Designates student transportation as critical infrastructure and a critical service for Hawaii's public education system. Requires all school bus contracts between the State and the contractor to include certain standards, performance metrics, and accountability requirements to prevent service disruptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, TARNAS, WARD, WOODSON |
EDN, FIN |
SB1198 |
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HB863 HD1
Department of Education; Education Supplies; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for teacher-requested classroom supplies. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TODD |
EDN, FIN |
SB1000 |
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HB864 HD2
DOE; Workers' Compensation; Work-based Internships
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Allows newly graduated high school students to be eligible for workers' compensation coverage during the summer following their high school graduation while participating in Department of Education-sponsored work-based learning programs. Requires an annual report. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU/LBT, WAM. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KILA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
SB872, SB1063 |
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HB866 HD1
DOH; Reproductive Health Care; Mifepristone; Stockpile ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Requires the Department of Health to coordinate the stockpiling of no less than a one-year supply of mifepristone. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (6) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
HLT, FIN |
SB1246 |
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HB867 HD2
Accessible Recreational Playground Equipment; Department School Playgrounds; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.
Beginning on 6/30/2030, requires all new playgrounds constructed on Department of Education school grounds to include accessible recreational playground equipment as part of the recreational apparatuses. Establishes the Accessible Recreational Playground Equipment Special Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
AMATO, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB872 HD1
Health; Epinephrine; Stock; State; Counties; Public Schools
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Authorizes health care practitioners to make undesignated prescriptions of single-use epinephrine for the purpose of stocking a supply at various types of businesses and state and county government offices, including public schools. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, SOUZA |
HLT, CPC |
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HB878 HD1
Landfills; Waste Management; Buffer Zone; Conservation Lands
RELATING TO LANDFILLS.
Extends the landfill buffer zone from one-half mile to one mile. Requires the landfill buffer zone to apply to lands in the state conservation district and lands designated as national conservation areas. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- 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, Kong, Reyes Oda, Shimizu, Souza voting no (5) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
LEE, M., KILA, MATAYOSHI, OLDS |
WAL, JHA |
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HB880 HD3
Early Intervention Services; Early Intervention Specialists; Department of Health; Positions; Department of Human Resources Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY CHILD INTERVENTION.
Appropriates funds for the establishment of new positions within the Early Childhood Services Unit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KITAGAWA, AMATO, CHUN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, WAM |
SB823 |
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HB892 HD1
Penal Code; Probation; Geographical Restrictions; Limitations
RELATING TO GEOGRAPHICAL RESTRICTIONS.
Establishes limitations on geographical restrictions provided as a condition of probation. (HD1) |
(S)
3/18/2025- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
TARNAS |
JDC |
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HB893 HD1
Firearms; Assault Rifles; Assault Shotguns; .50 Caliber Rifles; Detachable Magazines; Prohibition
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Establishes prohibitions on assault rifles, assault shotguns, and .50 caliber rifles. Expands the ban on high-capacity detachable magazines. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to PSM/CPN, JDC. |
TARNAS, AMATO, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, TAM |
PSM/CPN, JDC |
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HB896
Commercial Sexual Exploitation; Sex Trafficking; Capital Punishment
RELATING TO SEXUAL OFFENSES.
Provides for a sentence of death or life imprisonment without possibility of parole upon a conviction for sex trafficking. Requires a separate sentencing proceeding by a jury, except if waived by the defendant, for a conviction for sex trafficking. Makes commercial sexual exploitation a class A felony. Makes conforming amendments. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
PIERICK |
JHA |
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HB900 HD2
Judiciary; Child Welfare System; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Establishes a working group for legal services for youth in the child welfare system within the Judiciary. Appropriates funds for the working group. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to HHS/JDC, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
HHS/JDC, WAM |
SB1228 |
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HB901 HD2
Charter Schools; BOE; Appeals
RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Clarifies the grounds for an appeal of non-renewal or revocation of a charter contract. Authorizes public charters schools to appeal directly to the Board of Education on matters regarding the schools' operations, governance, or funding, with certain exceptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, JDC. |
WOODSON (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, JDC |
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HB902 HD1
Department of Education; Planned Public Safety Power Shutoff; Hawaiian Electric Company; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to conduct a study on methods to support department schools that may be impacted by electric utilities' planned public safety power shutoff program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WARD |
EDN, FIN |
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HB903 HD1
Bronchodilators; Department of Education; Emergency Administration of Medication; Labeling Requirements; Prescriptions
RELATING TO STUDENT HEALTH.
Authorizes a school to maintain a stock supply of bronchodilators to be administered under certain conditions. Authorizes certain employees of a school and department personnel to administer certain medication in emergency situations, under certain conditions. Amends prescription drug labeling requirements to include certain information related to a school, if applicable. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
WOODSON, AMATO, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TODD |
EDN, HLT, FIN |
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HB904 HD1 SD1
BOE; State Public Charter School Commission; Public Charter Schools; Annual Report; Review
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Requires the State Public Charter School Commission to submit an annual report on public charter schools before the opening day of each Regular Session of the Legislature. Requires the Board of Education to review and approve the annual report before the report is issued to the Governor, Legislature, and the public. Takes effect 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
WOODSON, AMATO, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, SOUZA, TODD |
EDU |
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HB905 HD1
Emergency Medical Services; Advanced Life Support Ambulance; Central Maui; Statewide Air Ambulance Network System; Department of Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AMBULANCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to purchase of one advanced life support ambulance and related equipment to be based in central Maui, fund pay-related personnel costs for state-certified emergency medical services personnel, and increase the predictability and stability of available air ambulance services for all islands in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
WOODSON, AMATO, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
HLT, FIN |
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HB914 HD2
PUC; Water Carriers; Tariffs; Water Carrier Inflationary Cost Index Mechanism; Automatic Adjustment Mechanism; Rate Adjustments
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish automatic adjustment mechanisms. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to grant exemptions to any water carrier from any requirement under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
HASHEM |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
SB21 |
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HB915 HD1
Water; CWRM; Residential and Mixed-use Developments; Board of Agriculture; DOH; Counties; Irrigation Projects
RELATING TO WATER USE.
Authorizes the Board of Agriculture to investigate and survey the availability of nonpotable water. 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. Requires the Department of Health, Board of Agriculture, and counties to update their rules, ordinances, to allow dual line water supply systems in residential and mixed-use developments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
HASHEM |
WAL, AGR, JHA |
SB1210 |
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HB916 HD1 SD1
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Affordable Housing; Transient Accommodations Tax
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Allows tax credits claimed under the State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program to be used to offset taxes imposed by the state transient accommodations tax law. Specifies that tax credit amounts applied to state transient accommodations taxes be limited to state transient accommodations taxes imposed in the same county in which the qualified low-income building is located. Makes permanent Act 129, SLH 2016. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHEM |
HOU/EDT, WAM |
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HB917
Imprisonment; Mandatory Minimum; Methamphetamine; Fentanyl
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Establishes a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for persons convicted of offenses based on the possession of methamphetamine and fentanyl. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
HOLT, GARCIA, KAHALOA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, REYES ODA |
JHA |
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HB918 HD2 SD1
DOH; Labeling Requirements; Do Not Flush; Premoistened Nonwoven Disposable Wipes; Consumer Protection; Waste; Environmental Protection; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO LABELING.
Establishes labeling requirements for certain premoistened nonwoven disposable wipes. Requires certain manufacturers of covered products to submit for approval, their "DO NOT FLUSH" label notices and symbols to the United States Environmental Protection Agency by 1/1 2026. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HOLT, KAHALOA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, POEPOE, TODD |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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HB922
Culture; Short Form
RELATING TO CULTURE.
Short form bill relating to culture. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 3 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB923
Culture; Short Form
RELATING TO CULTURE.
Short form bill relating to culture. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 3 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB924
Culture; Short Form
RELATING TO CULTURE.
Short form bill relating to culture. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 3 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB925 HD3 SD1
Arts; Performing Arts Special Fund; Concert Ticket Sales; State Venues
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Establishes a Performing Arts Special Fund to be used for the coordination, planning, promotion, marketing, and execution of performing arts events and to be funded by a percentage of all ticket sales from concerts held at state venues. Establishes exemptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA |
TCA, WAM |
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HB926
Arts; Short Form
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Short form bill relating to the arts. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 3 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB928
Income Tax; Income Tax Brackets; Highest Income Earners
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Increases the income tax rate on the highest income earners in the State by establishing a new tax bracket for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2029. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
PERRUSO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, POEPOE |
FIN |
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HB939 HD1 SD2
Alcohol; Liquor Tax Law; Low Alcohol by Volume Spirits Beverage; Definition; Rate
RELATING TO ALCOHOL.
Defines "low alcohol by volume spirits beverage". Establishes a tax on low alcohol by volume spirits beverages at a rate of $0.93 per wine gallon. Increases small craft producer production limits. Sunsets 12/31/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 817). |
TODD, QUINLAN |
CPN, WAM |
SB641 |
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HB940 HD1
UH Hilo; Rat Lungworm Lab; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO.
Appropriates funds for the rat lungworm lab at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/6/2025- 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) Ward excused (1). |
TODD, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, TARNAS |
HED, FIN |
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HB949 HD2
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 person. Extends the sunset date of Act 129, SLH 2016, relating to the low-income housing tax credit, from 12/31/2027 to 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HSG, ECD, FIN |
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HB952 HD1 SD1
SHPDA; Parkinson's Disease; Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database; Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database Advisory Committee; Webpage; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH.
Establishes the Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database to be administered by the State Health Planning and Development Agency, to house a collection of data on the incidence of Parkinson's disease in the State. Establishes the Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database Advisory Committee. Requires the Agency to create a Parkinson's disease research collection database webpage by 1/1/2026, and submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, GARRETT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD |
HHS, WAM |
SB1049 |
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HB962 HD1
Department of Education; School Librarian Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish and administer a two-year school librarian pilot program to provide funding for qualifying schools to hire librarians. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
TAKENOUCHI, CHUN, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB963 HD2 SD2
Assault in the First and Second Degrees; Strict Liability; Attendant Circumstances; Elders
RELATING TO CRIMES AGAINST ELDERS.
Establishes strict liability for crimes against elders with respect to the attendant circumstance that the victim was seventy years of age or older. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 738). |
TAKENOUCHI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD |
HHS, JDC |
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HB966 HD2
Agricultural Tourism Activities; LUC; Uniform Statewide Standards
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL TOURISM.
Establishes statewide, uniform standards to promote agricultural tourism activities in the State for all counties that have adopted an agricultural tourism ordinance. Requires agricultural tourism activities to be registered by the county planning department. 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, except under certain circumstances. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to AEN/WLA/EDT/EIG, WAM. |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
AEN/WLA/EDT/EIG, WAM |
SB1251 |
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HB967 HD1
DOA; Statewide Interagency Food Systems Coordination Team; Interagency Food Systems Working Group; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Statewide Interagency Food Systems Coordination Team and the Interagency Food Systems Working Group within the Department of Agriculture. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
AGR, FIN |
SB1186 |
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HB968 HD1
DOA; Healthy Soils Program; Carbon Sequestration; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish a Healthy Soils Program. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Muraoka, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
AGR, FIN |
SB552 |
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HB970 HD1
Chiropractic; Licensure; Exception; Students; Clinical Practice; Rules
RELATING TO CHIROPRACTIC.
Allows students enrolled in certain qualifying chiropractic colleges to engage in clinical practice as part of their college instruction if directly supervised by a qualified licensed chiropractor. Requires the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
QUINLAN |
HED, CPC |
SB144 |
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HB972 HD1
Condominium Associations; Planned Community Associations; Transient Vacation Rentals; Impact Fee
RELATING TO IMPACT FEES.
Authorizes condominium associations and planned community associations located in a zoning district that allows for transient vacation rentals to impose an impact fee on owners or members who use their units as transient vacation rentals. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia voting no (2) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, Kila |
TOU, CPC |
SB1206 |
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HB974 HD1 SD1
BNF; Public Utilities Commission; Energy; Step-In Agreements; Power Purchase Agreements; Power Purchase Costs Trust Fund
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Requires the Department of Budget and Finance to enter into step-in agreements for payment obligations arising under certain power purchase agreements. Establishes the Power Purchase Costs Trust Fund. Establishes that money collected from on-bill charges for power purchase agreements and money received from a surcharge supporting a reserve account that are deposited in the Trust Fund shall be held in trust by the State, and that independent power producers shall hold a beneficial interest in the moneys to the extent of the amounts owed under the covered power purchase agreements. Appoints, authorizes, and empowers an electric utility to serve as the billing, collection, and payment agent of the Department of Budget and Finance in the service of performing step-in agreements. (SD1) |
(S)
4/3/2025- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
LOWEN |
EIG/CPN, WAM |
SB1501 |
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HB975 HD1
DLNR; Carbon Sequestration; Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION INCENTIVES.
Codifies and makes permanent the Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program under the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LOWEN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, PERRUSO |
EEP, FIN |
SB1178 |
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HB976 HD2
Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit
RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.
Amends the renewable fuels production tax credit by: increasing the tax credit rate; specifying that the credit may be claimed for fuels that meet certain lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions and product transportation emissions thresholds; adding credit values for low lifecycle emissions renewable fuels and sustainable aviation fuels produced; allowing a taxpayer who previously claimed a credit to claim another credit for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024; amending the credit period to be for a maximum period of ten consecutive years beginning from the effective date of this Act; and amending the required information in the certified statement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Pierick voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TARNAS, TODD |
EEP, ECD, FIN |
SB995 |
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HB977 HD1 SD1
Energy Financing; Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund; Underserved Ratepayers; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY FINANCING.
Authorizes the Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund to be used to provide financial assistance to underserved ratepayers, in addition to other eligible borrowers. Appropriates funds into and out of the Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/18/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EIG, WAM |
SB1071 |
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HB978 HD1
PUC; Regulated Investor-Owned Electric Utilities; Electric Services; Appointment of Receiver ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC UTILITIES.
Provides the Public Utilities Commission the authority to appoint a receiver to take temporary action necessary to assure continued adequate electric services from regulated investor-owned electric utilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
LOWEN |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
SB1500 |
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HB979 HD1
Summary Possession; GET license; Judiciary
RELATED TO SUMMARY POSSESSION.
Requires that a current general excise tax license number for any rental income be filed with the complaint to the court for summary possession proceedings. Requires the Judiciary to submit an annual list of certain information regarding summary possession cases to the Department of Taxation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to CPN, JDC. |
MATAYOSHI, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, TAM |
CPN, JDC |
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HB980 HD1
Mongoose; Feral Chickens; Criminal Offenses
RELATING TO ANIMALS.
Amends the law authorizing the killing of mongoose by clarifying the circumstances under which mongoose may be killed and authorizing feral chickens to be killed under certain circumstances. (HD1) |
(S)
3/17/2025- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
MATAYOSHI, BELATTI, CHUN, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, SAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, Amato, Tam |
AEN, JDC |
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HB981 HD1
Settlements; Civil Actions; Attorney's Fees and Costs; Construction Defects
RELATING TO ATTORNEYS' FEES.
Limits the accrued attorneys' fees and costs in matters relating to, or actions brought as a result of, construction defects to twenty-five per cent of the recovery amount. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, POEPOE, TARNAS |
CPC, JHA |
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HB982 HD3 SD1
DCCA; Wildfire Recovery Fund; Working Group; Report ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRES.
Establishes a working group within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conduct a study concerning the creation of a Wildfire Recovery Fund. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, HASHEM, KILA, TARNAS, Lowen |
CPN/EIG, WAM |
SB1201 |
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HB983 HD1
Board of Public Accountancy; Qualifications; Licensure; Certified Public Accountants; Practice of Public Accountancy: Professional Experience
RELATING TO CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS.
Establishes an alternative pathway to licensure for certified public accountant license applicants by permitting applicants to demonstrate completion of an additional twelve months of professional experience in the practice of public accountancy or completion of no less than an additional thirty semester hours of study. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to CPN. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
CPN |
SB1291 |
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HB988 HD1 SD1
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 scores, 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 scores after a protest is resolved and the contract is executed. Effective 1/1/2491. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
SB1307 |
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HB989 HD1
DAGS; Plans; Land Survey; Subdivision; Maps
RELATING TO PLANS.
Removes outdated requirements for plans filed with the registrar's office. Updates the permissible drawing scales used in plans. Clarifies statutory fees are pursuant to rules adopted by the Department of Accounting and General Services. Authorizes the Department of Accounting and General Services to approve the format of plans. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/GVO, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/GVO, WAM |
SB1308 |
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HB992 HD1
Solicitations; Fundraising; Platforms; Registration
RELATING TO SOLICITATION OF FUNDS FROM THE PUBLIC.
Revises registration, fee, reporting, and enforcement requirements for charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities that solicit funds from the public. Removes duplication of registration, fee, and reporting requirements for charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB1311 |
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HB993
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Health and Morals; Sex Trafficking; Promoting Prostitution
RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND MORALS.
Clarifies that the definition of "profits from prostitution" includes any money or property accepted or received from the proceeds of prostitution activity even if it is accepted or received as the reimbursement or repayment of a debt. Restructures provisions that define terms or establish exemptions for part I of chapter 712, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to enhance readability. Makes technical amendments to update statutory references to part I of chapter 712, Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB1312 |
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HB1004 HD1
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 chapters 327E and 327G, HRS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
SB1323 |
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HB1006 HD2 SD1
ADC; DOA; Enterprise; Definition; Agricultural Tourism; Agricultural Development Division; Transfer
RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Includes agricultural tourism in the definition of "enterprise" to authorize the Agribusiness Development Corporation to financially support farming businesses engaged in agricultural tourism. Transfers the Agricultural Development Division of the Department of Agriculture to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/11/2025- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 704). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDT, WAM |
SB1325 |
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HB1008 HD2
DLNR; Review of Proposed State Affordable Housing Projects; Request for Determination; Historic Review Requirements
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. Bases the historic review requirements on the project area's known or likely density of historic, cultural, and archaeological resources or previous identification of no significant historic properties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HOU, JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
SB1327 |
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HB1009 HD1
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Program; Interim Financing
RELATING TO THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND.
Makes the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program permanent. Allows partial or full repayment of Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund interim loans in the form of unit equity through the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
SB1328 |
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HB1013 HD1
Important Agricultural Lands; Important Agricultural Lands Incentive; Farm Cluster Housing; County Ordinances
RELATING TO IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Establishes an important agricultural lands incentive to provide alternative means to develop housing for farmers and farm employees. Authorizes a landowner or lessee of important agricultural lands to apply to a county for a permit allowing the landowner or lessee to develop, construct, and maintain farm cluster housing. Requires each county to enact ordinances to allow farm cluster housing on important agricultural lands. Establishes requirements for farm cluster housing. Repeals existing requirements for farm dwellings and employee housing on important agricultural lands. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, AGR, FIN |
SB1332 |
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HB1018
Stadium Authority; Quorum Requirements
RELATING TO THE STADIUM AUTHORITY.
Clarifies requirements to establish a quorum to do business and validate acts of the Stadium Authority. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB1337 |
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HB1019 HD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Hawaii Renewable Hydrogen and Long Duration Clean Energy Storage Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LONG DURATION CLEAN ENERGY STORAGE.
Expands and renames the Hawaii Renewable Hydrogen Program to include identification of likely pumped storage hydropower locations, or sites for other long duration clean energy storage technologies, and promotion of their development. Expands the use of the Hydrogen Investment Special Fund to include seed capital and venture capital investments for the Hawaii Renewable Hydrogen and Long Duration Clean Energy Storage Program. Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Renewable Hydrogen and Long Duration Clean Energy Storage Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, FIN |
SB1338 |
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HB1020 HD1 SD2
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Carbon Sequestration; Water Resources; Geothermal Exploration; Report; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AND UNDERGROUND WATER RESOURCES STATEWIDE.
Establishes a Carbon Sequestration, Underground Water, and Geothermal Exploration Resource Characterization Program via slim hole bores and requires a related statewide environmental assessment. Requires a report to the Legislature. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
SB1339 |
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HB1022 HD1
Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism; Hawaii State Energy Office; Public Utilities Commission; Energy Data Collection Program; HIEMA; OHS; Critical Infrastructure Protection; Emergency Management
RELATING TO ENERGY INDUSTRY INFORMATION REPORTING.
Adds the promotion of emergency management and critical infrastructure protection as relevant purposes of the Energy Data Collection Program. Adds the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security to the list of agencies that may examine the energy industry information statements submitted pursuant to section 486J-3, HRS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, JHA |
SB1341 |
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HB1025 HD1
East-West Center; Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.; Chapter 42F Exemption; 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. Exempts general fund appropriations to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, WAM |
SB1344 |
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HB1036 HD1 SD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-10; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Provides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of Bargaining Unit (10) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. Declares the expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2025-2026 is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB1355 |
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HB1037 HD1 SD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-11; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Provides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining unit (11) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. Declares the expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2025-2026 is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB1356 |
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HB1039 HD1 SD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-14; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Provides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of Bargaining Unit (14) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. Declares the expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2025-2026 is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB1358 |
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HB1040 HD1
EUTF; Employer Base Composite Monthly Contribution
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND BASE COMPOSITE MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION.
Effective 1/1/2026, increases the employer base composite monthly contribution to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund by 5.2 percent of the 2025 employer base composite monthly contribution. Effective 1/1/2027, requires the calculation of employer base composite monthly contribution based on the change in Medicare Part B premiums from 2025 to 2026 and at two-year increments thereafter. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
SB1359 |
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HB1041 HD1
Employees' Retirement System; Required Beginning Dates; Automatic Payments
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Amends statutory language to conform the requirements of beginning dates and automatic cashout requirements with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
SB1360 |
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HB1042 HD1
Employees' Retirement System; Employer Reporting
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM'S EMPLOYER REPORTING REVIEW.
Extends the due date of payment to the Employees' Retirement System for departments or agencies of the State or counties that fail to comply with reporting requirements by one year after the review period. Changes the time frame for which the Employers' Retirement System must report regarding any department or agency's failure to submit required information to the Employees' Retirement System from the current fiscal year to the previous fiscal year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
SB1361 |
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HB1043
Funds; Emergency Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Makes emergency appropriations and commensurate reductions to pay for anticipated operating shortfalls due to the limited ability to transfer funds between programs. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB1362 |
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HB1044
Funds; Emergency Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Makes emergency appropriations and commensurate reductions to pay for anticipated operating shortfalls in the fourth quarter due to the limited ability to transfer funds between programs. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB1363 |
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HB1047 HD1
Interest on Insurance Proceeds; Mortgage Loans; Mortgage Servicers; Hawaii Financial Institutions
RELATING TO INTEREST ON INSURANCE PROCEEDS RELATED TO A MORTGAGE LOAN.
Requires Hawaii financial institutions, during a declared state of emergency, and mortgage servicers to determine whether insurance proceeds are to be applied to a mortgage or be placed into an interest-bearing escrow account. Prohibits charging a fee for the maintenance or disbursement of the interest earned from the interest-bearing escrow account. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, FIN |
SB1366 |
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HB1048 HD1
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Division of Financial Institutions; Installment Lender; Lender
RELATING TO INSTALLMENT LOANS.
Replaces the term "consumer loan" with the defined term "installment loan" for consistency throughout the installment loan chapter. Clarifies who is subject to the installment loan chapter. Requires loan maintenance fees to be prorated daily. Allows lenders to charge a convenience fee of up to $5 for debit card payments. Requires paper receipts only for in-person or cash payments and removes consumer names from receipts. Repeals the requirement for lenders to wait three days after a consumer fully repays a loan before issuing a new installment loan. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, FIN |
SB1367 |
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HB1049 HD1
DCCA; Division of Financial Institutions; Money Transmitters Modernization Act; Permissible Investments; Tangible Net Worth
RELATING TO THE MONEY TRANSMITTERS MODERNIZATION ACT.
Includes, for purposes of the Money Transmitters Modernization Act, receivables due from payment processors for certain debit or credit card transactions. Clarifies the calculation of tangible net worth. Changes the initial annual fee assessed upon the submission of the application to an initial fee assessed upon the approval of the application. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, FIN |
SB1368 |
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HB1050 HD1 SD1
Insurance; Net Solvency Report; Mutual Benefit Societies; Health Maintenance Organizations; Dental Insurers
RELATING TO TITLE 24, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Provides amendments to net solvency report filing requirements for mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, and dental insurers. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN |
SB1369 |
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HB1053 HD1
Condominium Associations; Boards of Directors; Reserve Funds; Operating Expenses
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION'S OPERATING BUDGET.
Permits condominium associations to borrow from or reallocate their reserve funds; provided that the loan is repaid within one year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, FIN |
SB1372 |
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HB1054 HD1
DCCA; Registered Sex Offenders; Professional Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications; Automatic Revocation; Denial of Application to Renew, Restore, or Reinstate
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE LICENSURE ACTIONS AGAINST SEX OFFENDERS.
Authorizes the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and certain licensing boards to automatically revoke and refuse to renew, restore, or reinstate the professional licenses, registrations, or certifications of registered sex offenders. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPC, JHA |
SB1373 |
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HB1058 HD1
DOD; OVS; Veterans Cemeteries Board; Veterans Cemeteries
RELATING TO VETERANS CEMETERIES.
Establishes the Veterans Cemeteries Board within the Office of Veterans Services of the Department of Defense to provide veterans cemeteries in the State with guidance, education, technical assistance, and other support to ensure compliance with standards set by the National Cemetery Administration of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, FIN |
SB1377 |
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HB1059 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Civil Service; Exempt Positions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
Converts the Emergency Management Specialist series positions at level V and higher in the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency from civil service status to exempt status. Effective 7/1/3000. Repeal on 7/1/2027. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB1378 |
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HB1060 HD1
HI-EMA; Community Readiness Centers; Community Readiness Centers Special Fund; Environmental Response, Energy, Food Security, and Resilience Tax ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS.
Establishes the Community Readiness Centers Program to be implemented and administered by the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Establishes the Community Readiness Centers Special Fund to fund the Community Readiness Centers Program. Renames the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax to the Environmental Response, Energy, Food Security, and Resilience Tax and directs a portion of the tax into the Community Readiness Centers Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Shimizu voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, FIN |
SB1379 |
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HB1062 HD1
Hawaii Air National Guard; Hawaii Army National Guard; Hawaii National Guard; Department of Defense; Rank and Title of Component Heads
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Allows the commander of the Hawaii Air National Guard to hold the rank authorized by the Department of the Air Force. Provides the Adjutant General with the flexibility to assign either the Chief of Staff or the Assistant Adjutant General to lead the Hawaii Air National Guard. Authorizes the pay and allowances for the Chief of Staff of the Hawaii Air National Guard to be determined according to the pay tables of the Regular Air Force of the United States. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, FIN |
SB1381 |
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HB1063
Militia; National Guard; Assault in the Second Degree
RELATING TO THE NATIONAL GUARD.
Specifies that intentionally or knowingly causing bodily injury to a national guard member in the performance of duty is a class C felony. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB1382 |
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HB1066 HD1
Executive Office on Early Learning; Early Learning Board; Composition
RELATING TO THE EARLY LEARNING BOARD.
Adds the head start state collaboration office director as an ex officio, non-voting member of the early learning board, and requires the board to invite the president of the Head Start Association of Hawaii, or the president's designee, to serve as an ex officio, non-voting member of the board. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, JDC |
SB1385 |
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HB1069 HD1 SD2
BOE; DOE; School Facilities Authority Board; Membership
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Adds 2 ex officio, voting members that represent the Department of Education and Board of Education to the School Facilities Authority Board. (SD2) |
(S)
4/11/2025- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 704). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB1388 |
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HB1071
Computer Science; DOE; Legislative Report
RELATING TO COMPUTER SCIENCE LEGISLATIVE REPORT.
Changes the due date of the Department of Education's computer science legislative report from June 30 to twenty days prior to the start of the legislative regular session. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to EDN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN |
SB1390 |
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HB1075 HD1
DOE; School Meals; Cost
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Reduces the amount the Department of Education is authorized to charge for school meals to all students enrolled in department schools to no more than one-quarter of the cost of preparing the meals. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, FIN |
SB1394 |
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HB1076 HD1
State Funds; Climate Mitigation and Resiliency Special Fund; Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund; Department of Defense; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE FUNDS.
Establishes the Climate Mitigation and Resiliency Special Fund. Mandates the allocation of all earned interest from the Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund to the newly established special fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, FIN |
SB1395 |
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HB1077 HD2
Transient Accommodations Tax; Climate Change; Economic Development; Revitalization ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Increases the transient accommodations tax and allocates a portion of the tax to the general fund for projects that address climate change impacts and advance economic development and revitalization. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, ECD/TOU, FIN |
SB1396 |
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HB1078
Legislative Vacancies; Legislative Appointments; Primary Election
RELATING TO STATE LEGISLATIVE VACANCIES.
Provides the Governor with discretion to not fill a vacant legislative position if the vacancy occurs one hundred twenty days or less from an upcoming primary election until after the results of the primary election are certified. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB1397 |
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HB1079 HD1 SD1
DHS; Office of Wellness and Resilience; Trauma-informed Care; Child Welfare Services; Assessment; Training; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE.
Directs the Office of Wellness and Resilience to collaborate with the Department of Human Services to, either directly or by contract, design, administer, and implement a program for trauma-informed organizational assessments and a training curriculum for the Department of Human Services Child Welfare Services Branch staff. Appropriates funds. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
SB1398 |
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HB1081 HD1
Office of Wellness and Resilience; Office of the Governor; Wellness and Resilience Advisory Board; DHRD
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE.
Transfers the Office of Wellness and Resilience to the Department of Human Resources Development. Creates a Wellness and Resilience Advisory Board. Updates the Office of Wellness and Resilience functions. Effective 6/29/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, FIN |
SB1400 |
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HB1085 HD2
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 disposition of tax revenues to the non-general funds to include all tobacco product taxes. Repeals obsolete historical tax rates. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, HED, FIN |
SB1404 |
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HB1086 HD1
DHHL; General Excise Tax Exemption; Use Tax Exemption
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts any development of homestead lots or housing for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands from general excise and use taxes. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, JHA, FIN |
SB1405 |
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HB1087 HD2 SD1
DHHL; Historic Preservation; Project Reviews; Appropriation ($)
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 under certain circumstances. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2026. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Re-Referred to HWN/WLA, JDC/WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN/WLA, JDC/WAM |
SB1406 |
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HB1088 HD1
DHHL; School Impact Fees; Education; Housing
RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.
Exempts housing developed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands from school impact fees. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/20/2025- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/HWN/HOU, WAM |
SB1407 |
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HB1092 HD1
Medicaid; Third Party Liability; State Medical Assistance Program Claims
RELATING TO MEDICAID THIRD PARTY LIABILITY.
Amends third party liability provisions for Medicaid program claims for payment as required under the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC |
SB1411 |
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HB1094 HD1
Public Housing; HPHA; Federal Public Housing Projects; Abandoned Property; Seized Property
RELATING TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Allows the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to sell, donate, or dispose of property abandoned or seized in federal public housing projects. Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to notify the known owner of the abandoned or seized property. Creates procedures for persons entitled to the abandoned or seized property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSG, JHA |
SB1413 |
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HB1096 HD1
Hawaii Public Housing Authority; State Low-Income Housing; Tenant Selection; Preferences
RELATING TO TENANT SELECTION.
Repeals the tenant selection preferences for disabled veterans and the spouses of deceased veterans in the State Low-Income Housing Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/11/2025- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/PSM, JDC |
SB1415 |
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HB1097 HD1 SD1
HPHA; Public Housing; Evictions; Tenants; Unclaimed Property
RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING EVICTIONS.
Reduces the time the Hawaii Public Housing Authority is required to store unclaimed personal effects of a tenant evicted from public housing from thirty days to fourteen days. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HOU, JDC |
SB1416 |
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HB1100 HD1
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 by replacing the term "visually impaired" with the term "low vision". Clarifies the pilot program's implementation timeframes. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, FIN |
SB1419 |
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HB1109 HD1
Department of Health; Manufactured Hemp Products; Minimum Age; Prohibition
RELATING TO MANUFACTURED HEMP PRODUCTS.
Establishes a minimum age requirement for the sale of manufactured hemp products. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
SB1428 |
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HB1112 HD1
DOH; Viral Hepatitis; Prevention; Awareness; Education; Screenings; Treatment Support; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VIRAL HEPATITIS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a Hepatitis Prevention Program within the Department of Health to address morbidity and mortality due to hepatitis B and C. Repeals an outdated reference to hepatitis and blood transfusions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, FIN |
SB1431 |
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HB1115 HD1
Universal Immunization Funding Program; Immunization Purchasing; Universal Immunization Purchase Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO UNIVERSAL IMMUNIZATION FUNDING PROGRAM.
Establishes the Universal Immunization Purchase Program and Universal Immunization Purchase Special Fund into which the fees will be deposited to finance the distribution of immunizations free of charge to qualifying health care providers. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Kong, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (6) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, FIN |
SB1434 |
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HB1118 HD2
Immunizations; Non-Medical Exemptions; Repeal
RELATING TO NON-MEDICAL EXEMPTIONS TO IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS.
Prohibits new non-medical immunization exemptions for school-aged children. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/4/2025- Recommitted to JHA with none voting no and Representative(s) Pierick, Ward excused. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
SB1437 |
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HB1131 HD1 SD1
DOH; Intensive Mobile Team Pilot Program; Houseless Individuals; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AN INTENSIVE MOBILE TEAM PILOT PROGRAM FOR HOUSELESS INDIVIDUALS SUFFERING FROM SERIOUS BRAIN DISORDERS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a 2-year Intensive Mobile Team Pilot Program in the Department of Health to provide intensive mobile treatment-type services to chronically houseless individuals suffering from serious brain disorders, including schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
SB1450 |
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HB1132 HD1
Homeland Security; Uniform Information Practices; Critical Infrastructure Information
RELATING TO CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE.
Makes critical infrastructure information received or maintained by the Office of Homeland Security confidential, except in certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/4/2025- Re-referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 11 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA |
SB1451 |
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HB1138 HD1
BLNR; Water Sports Equipment; Emergency Rules
RELATING TO OCEAN USER SAFETY.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to issue emergency rules which may be in effect for up to 365 days for the regulation of commercial and recreational use of water sports equipment to promote ocean user safety. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/27/2025- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA |
SB1457 |
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HB1141 HD1 SD2
BLNR; Public Land; Lease Terms and Conditions; Lease Extensions
RELATING TO UPDATING PUBLIC LAND LEASES ISSUED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 171, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
Requires that lease extensions approved by the Board of Land and Natural Resources be drafted on forms that reflect contemporary leasing practices and policies of the Board, and which shall control over conflicting or inconsistent provisions in the lease being extended. Takes effect 7/1/2040. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, JDC/WAM |
SB1460 |
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HB1143 HD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; State Historic Preservation Division; Tax Credit
RELATING TO A STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Reestablishes the Historic Preservation Income Tax Credit. Establishes a cap of the tax credit for each taxable year from 2025 to 2030. Sunsets 12/31/2030. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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, Ward excused (2). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
SB1462 |
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HB1144 HD2
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Program; Employees
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT IN THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM.
Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to employ non-civil service professional and technical staff in its State Historic Preservation Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/LBT, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/LBT, WAM |
SB1463 |
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HB1145 HD1 SD1
Conformity to the Internal Revenue Code for 2024; Income Tax; Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax; Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023
RELATING TO CONFORMITY TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Conforms Hawaii income and estate and generation-skipping transfer tax laws to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended as of December 31, 2024. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB1464 |
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HB1147 HD1
Income Tax; Earned Income Tax Credit
RELATING TO THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Clarifies that nonresidents who claim the state refundable earned income tax credit are required to adjust the amount claimed using the ratio of their Hawaii adjusted gross income to federal adjusted gross income. Eliminates the unlimited carryforward on nonrefundable earned income tax credits claimed for tax year 2022. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/1/2025- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB1466 |
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HB1148
Tax Appeals; Service; Director of Taxation
RELATING TO TAX APPEALS.
Clarifies that a notice of appeal relating to an appeal of a county tax is not required to be served on the Director of Taxation. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB1467 |
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HB1149 HD1
General Excise Tax Exemptions; Sugar Cane Growers; TRICARE; Patient-Centered Community Care Programs
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.
Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by independent sugar cane farmers. Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by contractors of the Patient-Centered Community Care program that is established by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to title 38 United States Code section 8153. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2025- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB1468 |
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HB1150 HD1
Collection of Taxes; Statute of Limitations; Tax Appeal; Taxation Board of Review
RELATING TO TAX COLLECTIONS.
Suspends the statute of limitations on collections of income tax, general excise tax, transient accommodations tax, use tax, fuel tax, conveyance tax, and rental motor vehicle, tour vehicle, and car-sharing vehicle surcharge tax during the period an assessment is pending on appeal before the taxation board of review or tax appeal court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB1469 |
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HB1151
Income Taxation; Withholding; Exemptions
RELATING TO INCOME TAX WITHHOLDING.
For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, (1) repeals the maximum tax rate that may be considered in determining the amount of income tax that must be withheld and the requirement that a standard deduction allowance be treated as if it was denominated as a withholding exemption, and (2) for the purpose of income tax withholding, permits the Director of Taxation to prescribe a standard deduction allowance in an amount more or less than one whole exemption. |
(H)
1/23/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB1470 |
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HB1154 HD1
Central Service Expenses; Transfers; Central Services Assessment; Central Service Expenses of Government; State Highway Fund; Airport Revenue Fund; Harbor Special Fund
RELATING TO CENTRAL SERVICES ASSESSMENT.
Amends the transfer of funds for central service expenses from the State Highway Fund, Airport Revenue Fund, and Harbor Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
SB1473 |
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HB1155 HD1 SD2
Procurement; Ethical Public Procurement; DOT; Project Management; Government Bodies
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Prohibits all governmental bodies and public employees from procuring services for project management through non-governmental third-party contracts, except for certain procurements of independent verification and validation contracts for information technology services. Temporarily authorizes, until 6/30/2027, outside contractors who prepared specifications and work statements in the development of a Department of Transportation solicitation to bid on those projects if certain requirements are satisfied. Requires a report by the Department of Transportation. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM/GVO |
SB1474 |
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HB1158 HD1
Department of Transportation; Firefighting at Commercial Harbors; Limited Liability
RELATING TO FIREFIGHTING AT COMMERCIAL HARBORS.
Limits civil liability of individuals who render firefighting services with a firefighting vessel 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/PSM, JDC |
SB1477 |
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HB1161 HD2 SD1
DOT; Electric Vehicles; State Mileage-Based Road Usage Charge; County Mileage-Based Road Usage Charge; State Highway Fund; Highway Fund; Disposition of Funds; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Beginning 7/1/2028, authorizes a county to impose a mileage-based road usage charge on electric vehicles. Provides and requires a county to establish the rate of the road usage charge. Repeals the requirement for the Department of Transportation to establish county subaccounts within the State Highway Fund. Clarifies the disposition of funds for state mileage-based road usage charge. Clarifies the rate and calculation of the state mileage-based road usage charge. Specifies that rental motor vehicle companies may visibly pass the costs of the mileage-based road usage charges to the consumer. Expands allowable uses of the State Highway and Highway Funds. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/EIG, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/EIG, WAM |
SB1480 |
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HB1163 HD1 SD2 CD1
Department of Transportation; Non-Domiciled Commercial Driver's Licenses and Non-Domiciled Commercial Learner's Permits; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSING.
Amends requirements to commercial driver's license qualification standards to meet current federal regulations to allow the State to issue a 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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 019, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1119). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
SB1482 |
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HB1164 HD1 SD1
DOT; Budget Provisions; Highway Revenue Bonds; Bond Authorization
RELATING TO HIGHWAY REVENUE BONDS.
Restores the revenue bond authorization for the Department of Transportation to issue Highway Revenue Bonds for highway capital improvement projects authorized in Act 164, SLH 2023, as amended by Act 230, SLH 2024. Takes effect 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
SB1483 |
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HB1166 HD1 SD1
Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program; State Highway Fund; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AUTOMATED SPEED ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds out of the State Highway Fund for deposit into the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund and appropriates funds out of the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 788). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
SB1485 |
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HB1167 HD1 SD1
Emergency Appropriation; State Highway Fund; Department of Transportation; Motor Carrier Law ($)
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. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, WAM |
SB1486 |
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HB1172 HD1
DOTAX; Data Sharing; Statewide Longitudinal Data Sharing
RELATING TO DEPARTMENTAL DATA SHARING.
Adds the Department of Taxation to the list of state agencies sharing data through the statewide longitudinal data system. Allows the Department of Taxation to provide the University of Hawaii and other state agencies certain wage data. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HED, LAB, FIN |
SB1491 |
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HB1174 HD1 SD1
Payments Under Protest; Procedure
RELATING TO THE PROCEDURE FOR PAYMENT UNDER PROTEST LAWSUITS.
Allows for the interest earned on payments under protest in the litigated claims fund to be paid in nontaxation cases if the claimant prevails. Establishes a procedure for the disposition of moneys and refiling of actions when a payment under protest suit is filed prematurely. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
YAMASHITA |
JDC, WAM |
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HB1176 HD1
HTDC; Hawaii Economic Diversification Grant Program; Qualified High Technology Business; Qualified Research; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Establishes the Hawaii Economic Diversification Grant Program under the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to provide grants to qualified high technology businesses engaging in qualified research activities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN |
ECD, FIN |
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HB1181 HD1
Coastal Zone Management; Development; Definition
RELATING TO COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT.
Excludes from the definition of "development" used for purposes of coastal zone management the reconstruction of certain structures that were damaged or destroyed in a disaster proclaimed to be a state of emergency or local state of emergency, under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- 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) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
MIYAKE, KILA, LAMOSAO, WOODSON |
WAL, JHA |
SB830 |
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HB1183 HD3
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to PSM/LBT, WAM. |
SAYAMA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, TAKAYAMA, WOODSON |
PSM/LBT, WAM |
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HB1185 HD2
UHCTAHR; Plant-based Building Materials Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Plant-based Building Materials Working Group to study and report on how best to grow plants and develop plant-based building materials in Hawaii. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1187 HD1 SD1
Procurement; State Agencies; Lei; Plant Material Grown and Harvested Outside the State; Restriction
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Phases in a ban on state departments and administratively attached agencies from purchasing lei that contain plant material grown and harvested outside the State. (SD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, KILA |
GVO, WAM |
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HB1188 HD2
DOE; Teacher Workforce Housing Stipend Program; Workforce Housing; Reports; Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes a Teacher Workforce Housing Stipend Program to support teacher retention at public and charter schools classified as hard-to-staff. Requires reports to the Legislature. Amends the purpose and uses of the Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KILA, MIYAKE, OLDS, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
EDN, HSG, FIN |
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HB1189
Law Enforcement; Warrants; Searches; Private Property
RELATED TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Requires law enforcement to post notice that a warranted or warrantless search has been conducted on a property. Requires a law enforcement officer to secure any entrance used by an officer in the search. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
IWAMOTO, Amato |
JHA |
SB601 |
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HB1191
CIP; 43rd Representative District; GO Bonds; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-THIRD REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates moneys for capital improvement projects for the benefit of the 43rd Representative District. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
SOUZA |
FIN |
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HB1193
Uniform Parentage Act
RELATING TO PARENTAGE.
Repeals the Uniform Parentage Act of 1973 and updates laws relating to parentage, including enacting portions of the Uniform Parentage Act of 2017. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA |
SB1231 |
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HB1207
CIP; Twenty-fifth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TWENTY-FIFTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the twenty-fifth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
IWAMOTO |
FIN |
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HB1215
General Excise Tax Exemption; Contractors
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTION.
Exempts from the general excise tax, amounts received by a contractor for contracting work performed in a county having a population of more than one hundred twenty-five thousand but less than one hundred eighty-five thousand. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
PIERICK |
FIN |
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HB1219
Gambling; Nuisance Abatement; Civil Suits; Victim Protection; Penalties
RELATING TO NUISANCE ABATEMENT.
Offers rights and protections to citizens who bring civil nuisance abatement suits related to illegal gambling. Imposes a mandatory fine of $5,000 for violating nuisance abatement laws related to gambling offenses. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
MURAOKA |
JHA |
SB1531 |
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HB1221 HD1
Procurement; Public Works Contracts; Apprenticeship
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Requires a bidder and their subcontractors for certain public works construction contracts to utilize apprentices if the bidder receives a bidding advantage for being a party to an apprenticeship agreement registered with the State at the time of general bidding and is awarded the contract. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LEE, M., SAYAMA |
LAB, FIN |
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HB1222
CIP; Fiftieth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTIETH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fiftieth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
LEE, M. |
FIN |
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HB1223
CIP; 38th Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-EIGHTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 38th representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
MATSUMOTO |
FIN |
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HB1233 HD2
Retention Ponds; Detention Ponds; Regulation; Counties; Grant-in-Aid; Appropriation
RELATING TO STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.
Requires the counties to adopt ordinances for the regulation of retention and detention ponds. Requires the counties to conduct a survey of existing retention and detention ponds and make a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds as a grant-in-aid to the counties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, QUINLAN, TAM |
WAL, HLT, FIN |
SB1222 |
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HB1234 HD1
DOE; Standards-based Water Safety Education Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER SAFETY.
Requires, and appropriates funds for, the Department of Education to establish a standards-based Water Safety Education Pilot Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, EVSLIN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, Matsumoto |
EDU, WAM |
SB1223 |
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HB1235
Department of Taxation; Wealth Asset Tax; Wealth Tax; State Net Worth
RELATING TO A WEALTH ASSET TAX.
Establishes a wealth asset tax of one per cent of the state net worth of each individual taxpayer who holds $20,000,000 or more in assets in the State. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
KAPELA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, LA CHICA |
FIN |
SB313 |
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HB1237 HD1 SD1
DOA; Maui County; Biosecurity; Invasive Species; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for agricultural biosecurity and the prevention, detection, and control of invasive species in Maui County. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
POEPOE, AMATO, IWAMOTO, KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TODD |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1239 HD1
Hawaiian Homes Commission; Independent Legal Counsel; Attorney General
RELATING TO INDEPENDENT LEGAL COUNSEL.
Authorizes the Hawaiian Homes Commission to retain independent legal counsel, with any legal fees owed to be paid by the State, and also use the services of the Attorney General as needed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, SOUZA |
JHA, FIN |
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HB1240
CIP; Thirteenth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirteenth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
POEPOE |
FIN |
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HB1243
CIP; 42nd Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 42nd representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
GARCIA |
FIN |
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HB1247 HD1 SD1
Minimum Terms; Judicial Review; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS.
Allows a party aggrieved by the judgment of a circuit court on a minimum term order to appeal to the Intermediate Appellate Court. Requires prisoners to be represented by counsel in any petition challenging the minimum term proceedings. Requires the Supreme Court to establish rules. Establishes grounds for challenging a minimum term order. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KILA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JDC, WAM |
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HB1250
CIP; 18th Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE EIGHTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 18th representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
WARD |
FIN |
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HB1256
CIP; Fourth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FOURTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fourth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
ILAGAN |
FIN |
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HB1260 HD1 SD2
DOT; Counties; Summer Streets Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires each county, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation, to establish a Summer Streets Pilot Program that closes vehicular traffic and repurposes roads for pedestrian and cyclist use, outdoor events, and other community-driven activities. Requires each county to submit an initial proposal to the Director of Transportation. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals on 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
TODD |
TRS, WAM |
SB1666 |
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HB1271
CIP; Eleventh Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ELEVENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the eleventh representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
AMATO |
FIN |
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HB1277 HD2
Digital Financial Asset Transaction Kiosk; Daily Maximum; Cryptocurrency
RELATING TO DIGITAL FINANCIAL ASSET.
Imposes a daily maximum of $1,000 on transactions through a digital financial asset transaction kiosk. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to LBT, CPN. |
TAKENOUCHI, CHUN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
LBT, CPN |
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HB1278 HD2
Hazardous Trees; Assessment; Removal; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL.
Appropriates funds for the assessment and removal of hazardous trees on state lands across Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
TAKENOUCHI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, TARNAS, TODD, Poepoe |
WLA, WAM |
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HB1281
CIP; Thirty-sixth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-SIXTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-sixth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
LAMOSAO |
FIN |
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HB1282 HD1
Adult Foster Homes; Certified Caregiver; Minimum Age
RELATING TO CERTIFIED CAREGIVERS.
Lowers the minimum age for certified caregivers for adult foster homes from twenty-one to eighteen. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2025- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LAMOSAO, CHUN, TAKENOUCHI |
HLT, CPC |
SB1059 |
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HB1283 HD2
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
LAMOSAO, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
HHS, JDC |
SB1520 |
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HB1286 HD1
Interstate Highways; Auxiliary Interstate Highways; State Highways; Pedestrians; Prohibition
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
Prohibits pedestrians from walking along the roadway of an interstate highway, an auxiliary interstate highway, or certain state highways except while conducting authorized first responder duties or highway maintenance duties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
TAKAYAMA, ALCOS, BELATTI, HASHEM, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PIERICK, SOUZA, TAM, TEMPLO |
TRN, JHA |
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HB1287
CIP; Thirty-fourth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-FOURTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-fourth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
TAKAYAMA |
FIN |
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HB1294 HD2 SD1
DOA; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA |
AEN/HOU, WAM |
SB498 |
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HB1295 HD2 SD1
Clean Energy; State and County Agencies; Renewable Energy Projects; Zero-Emission Vehicles; Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
RELATING TO CLEAN ENERGY.
Requires all state and county agencies to utilize applicable federal clean energy tax credits, pursuant to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, for the purchase and financing of capital improvement projects that use clean energy technology and zero-emission vehicles. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
YAMASHITA |
EIG, WAM |
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HB1297 HD1 SD1
Procurement Code; Protests; Bonds
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Sets a time limit for submitting bid protests. Makes the seventy-five-day limit for issuing a written decision on protests apply to any contract awarded by competitive sealed bid or competitive sealed proposal. Caps the protest bond amount. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
YAMASHITA |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
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HB1307 HD2 SD1
DHHL; Hawaiian Home Lands; Geothermal Revolving Fund; Geothermal Resources; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes the Geothermal Revolving Fund for loans for water well development for geophysical investigation, exploration, and identification of geothermal resources on Hawaiian home lands. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HOLT, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, SOUZA, TARNAS, Kila |
HWN/EIG, WAM |
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HB1308 HD3 SD2
DLE; DOH; Gambling; Sports Wagering; Fantasy Sports; General Excise Tax; Problem Gambling Prevention and Treatment Special Fund
RELATING TO SPORTS WAGERING.
Allows for the regulation of sports wagering by the Department of Law Enforcement. Establishes licensing requirements for sports wagering operators and sports wagering suppliers. Establishes a general excise tax to be levied on sports wagering operator licenses. Establishes the Problem Gambling Prevention and Treatment Special Fund to be administered and expended by the Department of Health. Specifies that legal sports wagering and fantasy sports contests shall not be considered contests of chance or gambling. Authorizes DLE to perform criminal history record checks on applicants and licensees relating to sports wagering. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HOLT, KILA, TODD |
EDT/CPN, WAM |
SB1569 |
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HB1318 HD2
Affordable Housing; Counties; Public Land; Exemption
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Removes from the definition of "public lands" lands set aside by the Governor to the counties for the purpose of affordable housing. Specifies that lands set aside by the Governor to the counties for affordable housing require legislative approval for the sale or gift of such lands. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/25/2025- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA |
HSG, WAL, FIN |
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HB1320 HD1 SD1
UH; Higher Education; Graduate Outcomes; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the University of Hawaii System to collect, analyze, and publicly report certain graduate outcome data. Requires and appropriates funds for the development and maintenance of a graduate outcomes dashboard. Appropriates funds for positions within the University of Hawaii's Office of the Vice President of Academic Strategy. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, AMATO, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1323 HD1
Department of Agriculture; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Non-agricultural Park Lands; Transfer
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.
Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to transfer certain public lands for agricultural use to the Department of Agriculture without approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Agriculture. Requires the Department of Agriculture, upon approval of the Board of Agriculture, to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Lowen, Perruso voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Amato voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
HASHEM |
AGR, WAL, JHA |
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HB1325 HD3 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Housing Projects; Tenants; Right of First Refusal; Relocation Assistance
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires developers developing an affordable housing project under the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to assist certain tenants who are subject to displacement or eviction by the proposed project by: granting those tenants the right of first refusal of a comparable unit in the housing project or establishing a fund to provide relocation benefits and offer assistance; providing information, either directly or through a contracted service, on how to obtain assistance and exercise the right of first refusal; and establishing procedures to track and maintain communication with those tenants. Establishes consequences for a developer's noncompliance. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO |
HSG, CPC, JHA, FIN |
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HB1326
CIP; Fourteenth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FOURTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fourteenth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
COCHRAN |
FIN |
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HB1330 HD1
OCCC; DAGS; CIP; GO Bond; Replacement; Relocation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates moneys to the Department of Accounting and General Services for the replacement and relocation of the Oahu Community Correctional Center. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
BELATTI |
PBS, FIN |
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HB1334 HD3 SD2 CD2
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Department of Health; Axis Deer Meat Donation Pilot Program; Food Donation; Charitable, Religious, or Nonprofit Organizations
RELATING TO MEAT DONATION.
Establishes an Axis Deer Meat Donation Pilot Program to exempt the donation of axis deer meat to a charitable, religious, or nonprofit organization for the purpose of feeding needy individuals from certain laws regarding the inspection and transportation of axis deer meat, carcasses, and meat products, subject to certain requirements. Requires reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2033. (CD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, COCHRAN, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, Matayoshi |
HHS, JDC/CPN |
SB1230 |
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HB1337 HD1
University of Hawaii; College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Endemic Plants; Seed Bank; Pilot Program
RELATING TO ENDEMIC PLANTS.
Requires the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience to establish an endemic plant seed bank pilot program to preserve and promote the planting of plant species that are endemic to Hawaii. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1343 HD1
Department of Education; Phones; Related Devices; Ban
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Board of Education to adopt a policy that bans the use of phones and related devices by students during school hours. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, JDC. |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WARD |
EDU, JDC |
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HB1349 HD1
DHS; Medicaid Coverage; Children's Health Insurance Program; Pregnant Persons; Children; Immigration Status; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to authorize Medicaid coverage through the Children's Health Insurance Program to income-qualified pregnant persons and children regardless of immigration status. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/17/2025- The committee(s) on HHS deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 03-17-25 1:00PM; CR 225 & Videoconference. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, MARTEN, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1350
CIP; Second Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the second representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY |
FIN |
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HB1351 HD1
DHHL; Hawaiian Home Lands Lessees; Loans
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED.
Increases the limit of the State's liability for moneys borrowed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands or loans made to lessees that are guaranteed by the Department from $100,000,000 to $500,000,000. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
HOLT |
JHA, FIN |
SB1653 |
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HB1352 HD1
UH; I Hoa Na Moolelo; Hawaiian Language; Ke Panana; Ka Ulu Hoi; News Publication; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii I Hoa Na Moolelo program, including for the hiring of a graduate assistant, hiring of undergraduate writers, and acquiring a new website domain. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
HOLT, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, SOUZA |
HED, FIN |
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HB1355
CIP; Island of Hawaii; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvement projects for the benefit of the Island of Hawaii. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
KUSCH |
FIN |
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HB1358 HD3
Public Land Trust Working Group; OHA; Public Land Trust; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST WORKING GROUP.
Appropriates moneys to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to facilitate the hiring of necessary staff and the purchase of equipment and professional services on behalf of the public land trust working group. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA/HWN, WAM. |
SOUZA, AMATO, BELATTI, HOLT, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
WLA/HWN, WAM |
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HB1359 HD1
DLNR; Residential Flood Mitigation; Drainage Systems; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FLOOD MITIGATION.
Establishes a grant program for drainage system maintenance and flood mitigation measures in residential areas, to be administered by the Board of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA, WAM. |
TEMPLO |
WLA, WAM |
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HB1362 HD1
DHHL; Sewer Infrastructure; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to expand the sewer network and lines within and throughout the Keaukaha homestead. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
TODD, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
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HB1367 HD1
Water Resources; Monitoring Wells; BWS; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER RESOURCES.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds to the Honolulu Board of Water Supply for the planning, design, and construction of up to six monitoring wells. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LAMOSAO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HASHEM, KAHALOA, KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
EEP/WAL, FIN |
SB1634 |
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HB1372 HD1
Intoxicating Liquor; Licenses and Permits; Manufacturer License; Small Craft Producer Pub License; Manufacturing Limit; Increase
RELATING TO LIQUOR LICENSES.
Increases the limits on volumes of liquor and other alcoholic beverages that may be manufactured by class 18 small craft producer pub license holders. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
YAMASHITA |
ECD, CPC |
SB979 |
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HB1376 HD2
Corrections; Private, Out-of-state Prisons; Reduction; Reports
RELATING TO CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES.
Requires the Director of Corrections and Rehabilitation to reduce the number of individuals incarcerated in private, out-of-state correctional institutions. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective July 1, 3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAPELA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO |
PBS, JHA, FIN |
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HB1382 HD1
Department of Human Services; Child Welfare Services; Domestic Violence; Training; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Human Services to contract with a non-profit specializing in domestic violence to provide training and staff to be housed on-site in Child Welfare Services Branch offices to support all aspects of screening for and addressing domestic violence within a case. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1383 HD1
Family Resilience Pilot Program; Office of Wellness and Resilience; Data and Referral System; Implementation and Evaluation Plan; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A FAMILY RESILIENCE PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a five-year family resilience pilot program within the Office of Wellness and Resilience. Requires the Office of Wellness and Resilience to establish data and referral system tracking needs and protocols and an implementation and evaluation plan by 12/31/2025. Sunsets the pilot program 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
MARTEN |
HSH, FIN |
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HB1384 HD1
Artificial Intelligence; Advisory Council; Economic Development; Workforce; Labor; Education; Policy; Action Plan; Report; Appropriation; Positions ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Establishes the Hawaii Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council. Requires an action plan and reports to the Governor and Legislature by certain dates. Establishes positions. Authorizes the hiring of consultants to assist the advisory council. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- 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) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
GARRETT, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, WARD |
ECD, FIN |
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HB1386
University of Hawaii Athletics; Short Form
RELATING TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII ATHLETICS.
Short form bill relating to University of Hawaii athletics. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to HED, referral sheet 4 |
GARRETT |
HED |
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HB1387 HD1
Drug and Alcohol Toxicology Testing; Blood Alcohol Concentration; Lower Threshold
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol concentration threshold for driving while under the influence of an intoxicant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
GARRETT, CHUN, KILA |
TRN, JHA |
SB1643 |
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HB1388 HD1
Department of Law Enforcement; Department of the Attorney General; Employees' Retirement System; Retirees; Benefits; Investigators; Report
RELATING TO RETIRANTS.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of retirement benefits if the retirant is employed as an investigator in a position identified by the Department of Law Enforcement or Department of the Attorney General as a labor shortage or difficult—to-fill position, subject to certain conditions. Requires the director of human resources of the appropriate state jurisdiction to include in the director's annual report to the Legislature, details on the employment of retirants as investigators. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
SAYAMA, GARRETT, HOLT, KILA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
LAB, FIN |
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HB1389 HD1
Feral Chicken Program; Feral Animals; City and County of Honolulu; DOH; Grant-in-Aid; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FERAL ANIMALS.
Appropriates funds to the City and County of Honolulu for the expansion of the feral chicken program and the Vector Control Branch of the Department of Health for a statewide education campaign for the feeding of feral animals. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/4/2025- Referred to EIG/HHS, WAM. |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KILA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EIG/HHS, WAM |
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HB1391 HD1 SD1 CD2
DBEDT; Hawaii-Ireland Trade Commission; Establishment; Reports
RELATING TO TRADE.
Establishes the Hawaii-Ireland Trade Commission within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for administrative purposes. Requires the Commission to submit annual reports to the Legislature and Governor. Sunsets 6/30/2031. (CD2) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
QUINLAN |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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HB1393 HD1
Agricultural Statistics; Data; Department of Agriculture; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to revitalize and enhance the agricultural statistics program to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
TODD |
AGR, FIN |
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HB1400
HHCA; Regulations; Native Hawaiians; Commission Members
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Authorizes the Department of the Interior of the United States to adopt certain regulations for the purposes of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. Provides that not less than 5 of the members shall be beneficiaries who are native Hawaiian as defined in section 201(a) of the Act, and that not more than 4 of the members shall be descendants of not less than one-fourth part of the blood of the races inhabiting the Hawaiian Islands previous to 1778. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
GARCIA, KILA, MATSUMOTO, WARD |
JHA |
SB1532 |
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HB1404 HD1
Residential Sewer Connection and Cesspool Closure Subsidy Pilot Programs; City and County of Honolulu; County of Hawaii; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOL CLOSURE.
Appropriates funds for residential sewer connection and cesspool closure subsidy pilot programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LOWEN, NAKAMURA, PERRUSO, TODD |
EEP/WAL, FIN |
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HB1405 HD1
Permits; Facilitated Application Process; DBEDT; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PERMITS.
Establishes specific deadlines within the facilitated application process to obtain a permit and requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish certain resources and processes to help streamline permit applications. Establishes and appropriates funds for positions within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/11/2025- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
ILAGAN, HOLT, HUSSEY, MATSUMOTO, TAM, TEMPLO, TODD |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1407 HD1
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Chambers of Commerce; Grant Program; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish a Chamber of Commerce Competitive Grant Program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- 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, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
ILAGAN, HOLT, HUSSEY, MATSUMOTO, TAM, TEMPLO, TODD |
ECD, FIN |
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HB1408 HD1
DHHL; HHFDC; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Allows the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to utilize the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund as collateral when the Department acts as an eligible borrower for a loan agreement under section 184A of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992, as amended. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/18/2025- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
POEPOE, COCHRAN, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HOU/HWN, WAM |
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HB1410 HD2
Conveyance Tax; Supportive Housing Special Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Infrastructure Funding; County-designated Transit-oriented Development ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Supportive Housing Special Fund. Restructures the conveyance tax to a marginal rate system and adjusts the tax for multifamily properties to reflect value on a per-unit basis. Allocates revenues from conveyance tax collections to the Supportive Housing Special Fund. 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
2/2/2026- Re-Referred to HOU/WLA, WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, TARNAS, Kila |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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HB1411 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Housing; Geographic Preferences
RELATING TO HOUSING PREFERENCE.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to allow projects to grant preferences in the sale or lease of housing units to applicants who live or work within five miles of the project. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/17/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1412
Sunshine Law; Neighborhood Boards; Official Reports; Commission
RELATING TO SUNSHINE LAWS.
Designates the neighborhood commission as the appropriate oversight authority for application of the sunshine law to neighborhood boards. Authorizes neighborhood boards to discuss official government reports without placing it on the agenda, provided that no decision-making can be made. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
REYES ODA, ALCOS, GARCIA, KUSCH, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, TAM, TODD |
JHA |
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HB1413
Penal Code; Organized Crime; Extended Imprisonment; Felonies
RELATING TO CRIME.
Includes individuals involved in organized crime among the persons who may be subjected to extended terms of imprisonment for the commission of felonies. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
REYES ODA |
JHA |
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HB1414 HD1
Procurement; Competitive Sealed Bidding; Contract Award; Best Interests of the State
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Authorizes the head of a procurement agency to award a contract to a bidder who is not the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, for procurements conducted by competitive sealed bidding, if the head of the procuring agency determines that the award is most beneficial to taxpayers or otherwise in the best interests of the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- The committee on GVO deferred the measure. |
REYES ODA |
GVO, WAM |
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HB1415
CIP; 40th Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTIETH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 40th representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
REYES ODA |
FIN |
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HB1417 HD1
Economic Diversification; Agriculture; Farmer; Tax Exclusion
RELATING TO FARMS.
Creates an exclusion from income tax for the first $50,000 of gross income earned by farmers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
WARD, ALCOS, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, Muraoka |
AGR, FIN |
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HB1418
Wireless Telecommunications; Carriers; Backup Power; Facilities
RELATING TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS.
Requires a wireless telecommunications carrier, as a condition for any permit under section 206N-6 or certificate of public convenience and necessity under section 269-7.5, to maintain emergency backup power for a minimum of twelve hours. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 4 |
WARD, ALCOS, IWAMOTO, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA |
CPC |
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HB1421 HD1
Cesspool Conversion Financing Program; On-bill Financing; Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FINANCING.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a cesspool conversion on-bill financing program 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA |
EEP, FIN |
SB1512 |
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HB1423 HD1
Board of Land and Natural Resources; Hanalei Bay; Boundaries; Vessel Restrictions; Exemptions
RELATING TO HANALEI BAY.
Prohibits vessels longer than seventy-five feet from entering Hanalei Bay except for vessels operated by a federal, state, or county agency. Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to define boundaries of Hanalei Bay by rule. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA, EVSLIN, MORIKAWA |
WAL, JHA |
SB1511 |
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HB1425 HD1
Working Group; Year-Round Legislative Session; LRB; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE LEGISLATURE.
Establishes a temporary working group to study the feasibility of transitioning the Hawaii State Legislature's Regular Session from one that meets for three and a half months from mid-January to early May, to one that meets on a year-round basis. Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to provide administrative support to the working group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Belatti, Cochran, Kila, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA |
LMG, FIN |
SB1514 |
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HB1427 HD1 SD1
DOH; DOA; Avian Influenza; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AVIAN INFLUENZA.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Department of Agriculture to prevent, monitor, and respond to avian influenza in Hawaii. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
SB1591 |
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HB1428 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; Housing Counseling Agencies; ALICE Households; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to allocate to housing counseling agencies certified by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide housing counseling services. Requires a report to the Legislature regarding services provided by the housing counseling agencies. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/20/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA |
HOU, WAM |
SB1592 |
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HB1429
CIP; Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and Seventeenth Representative Districts; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH, SIXTEENTH, AND SEVENTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICTS.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fifteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth representative districts. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
NAKAMURA, EVSLIN, MORIKAWA |
FIN |
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HB1431 HD2
Department of Health; Oral Health Task Force; Position; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ORAL HEALTH.
Establishes an Oral Health Task Force to review the status of oral health in the State and make recommendations to improve the State's oral health infrastructure. Establishes temporary full-time equivalent program specialist V positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/6/2025- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
NAKAMURA |
HHS, WAM |
SB1516 |
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HB1432 HD1
Housing; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund; Nonprofit Community Development Financial Institutions
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Adds loan funds administered by Nonprofit Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) for certain for-sale affordable housing projects to list of loan priorities for the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund. Expands use of funds in the revolving fund to allow financing as matching funds for CDFIs to mobilize other funding sources. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Sayama, Ward excused (3). |
NAKAMURA |
HSG, FIN |
SB572 |
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HB1433 HD2
Judiciary; Pre-litigation Mediation Pilot Program; Summary Possession; Landlords; Tenants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EVICTION MEDIATION.
Beginning 2/5/2026, extends the period for a notice of termination of a rental agreement; requires landlords to engage in mediation and delay filing an action for summary possession if a tenant schedules mediation; and requires landlords to provide specific information in the 10‑calendar-day notice to tenants. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. Repeals 2/4/2027. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Kong, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
NAKAMURA |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
SB825 |
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HB1437 HD2
General Excise Tax; Exemption; Nonprofit Schools
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.
Establishes a general excise tax exemption on the gross proceeds or gross income received from sales of commodities or services that benefit nonprofit schools. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2025- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1438
Revision Bill
RELATING TO STATUTORY REVISION: AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII REVISED STATUTES OR THE SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSES OF CORRECTING ERRORS AND REFERENCES, CLARIFYING LANGUAGE, OR DELETING OBSOLETE OR UNNECESSARY PROVISIONS.
Amends or repeals various provisions of the Hawaii Revised Statutes or the Session Laws of Hawaii for the purposes of correcting errors and references, clarifying language, or deleting obsolete or unnecessary provisions. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
NAKAMURA |
JHA |
SB1508 |
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HB1442 HD1
Office of Entrepreneurship; Businesses; Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OFFICE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP.
Establishes the Office of Entrepreneurship. Authorizes the use of the Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund to fund a program in partnership with the Office that creates opportunities in film, media, electronic sports, and creative industries for new businesses. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
MATSUMOTO, COCHRAN, GARCIA, KAHALOA, KONG, MURAOKA, PIERICK, TEMPLO, WARD, WOODSON |
ECD, FIN |
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HB1448
CIP; Nineteenth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINETEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the nineteenth representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
HASHEM |
FIN |
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HB1449 HD2 SD1
DOA; Biosecurity; Pest Control; Plant Care Components; Rules; Penalties; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO PLANT CARE COMPONENTS.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules related to the Plant Care Component Program. Prohibits distributing plant care components that originated outside the State unless it was subjected to treatment before arrival. Establishes administrative penalties to enforce the Plant Care Component Program. Appropriates funds and establishes positions for purposes of the Plant Care Component Program. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
QUINLAN |
AEN/JDC, WAM |
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HB1450 HD2 SD1
DOA; Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL CLIMATE RESILIENCY.
Establishes a three-year Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Pilot Program, to be administered by the Department of Agriculture. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 409). |
QUINLAN |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1452 HD1
Birth Certificates; Vital Statistics; Birth Registrants; Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
RELATING TO BIRTH CERTIFICATES.
Includes advanced practice registered nurses among the types of health care providers who can submit an affidavit for a new certificate of birth for certain birth registrants. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, Matayoshi |
HHS, JDC |
SB947 |
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HB1453
Meeting Times; Boards; Limitations
RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS.
Prohibits boards from beginning or continuing meetings after 9:00 p.m., excluding county council meetings. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
TAM, KILA, TEMPLO, Matayoshi |
JHA |
SB1617 |
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HB1457 HD1
DHHL; Counties; Tax Increment Financing
RELATING TO TAX INCREMENT FINANCING.
Authorizes the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to apply to the counties for tax increment financing. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
HUSSEY |
JHA, FIN |
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HB1461
Criminal Street Gang; Criminal Activities; Penalties
RELATING TO CRIMINAL STREET GANGS.
Establishes the offense of criminal street gang participation, solicitation, recruitment, or retention. Provides for enhanced penalties for crimes committed by a defendant while part of a criminal street gang. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
KILA, OLDS |
JHA |
SB792 |
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HB1467 HD2
DBEDT; Strengthen Hawaii Homes Act; Housing; Disaster Resiliency; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING RESILIENCY.
Establishes the Strengthen Hawaii Homes Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to administer grants to retrofit residential properties to enhance resilience against disaster impacts and reduce potential insurance liabilities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2025- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO |
EDT, WAM/CPN |
SB1560 |
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HB1471 HD1
Motor Vehicle; Certificate of Registration; Additional Fee; Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Imposes an additional fee for a certificate of registration for motor vehicles, to be deposited into the Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TARNAS |
TRN, FIN |
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HB1475
CIP; Thirty-seventh Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-SEVENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-seventh representative district. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 4 |
LA CHICA |
FIN |
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HB1481 HD2 SD1 CD1
DOH; Disposition of Remains; Burial-transit Permit; Cemetery; Crematory; Funeral Establishment; Hydrolysis Facility; Mortuary
RELATING TO HUMAN REMAINS.
Requires any cemetery, crematory, funeral establishment, hydrolysis facility, or mortuary to dispose of the remains of a dead human body no later than sixty days from the later of either the date a burial‑transit permit has been issued or the date of an affidavit for amendment of the permit has been submitted. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKENOUCHI |
CPN |
SB1630 |
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HB1487
Penal Code; Criminal Trespass; Criminal Property Damage; Penalties
RELATING TO THE PENAL CODE.
Increases the category of offense for criminal trespass in the first and second degree and criminal property damage in the second, third, and fourth degree. |
(H)
1/27/2025- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
OLDS, ALCOS, GARCIA, KILA, LEE, M., MURAOKA, QUINLAN |
JHA |
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HB1494 HD3 SD1
Department of Accounting and General Services; Stadium Authority; Stadium Development Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO SPORTS FACILITIES.
Requires conditions placed on appropriations to the Stadium Development Special Fund to be met before expenditure. Restricts private donations to the Stadium Authority to use on stadium infrastructure and stadium development costs. Appropriates funds out of the Stadium Development Special Fund, subject to the completion of specific project readiness conditions. Requires certain moneys expended to be from private sources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, YAMASHITA |
EDT/EDU, WAM |
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HB1495 HD1
DLNR; Commission on Water Resource Management; Keauhou Aquifer System Monitoring Pilot Project; Keauhou Aquifer System; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE KEAUHOU AQUIFER SYSTEM.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the Keauhou Aquifer System Monitoring Pilot Project within the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates funds for the installation of two monitoring wells in the Keauhou Aquifer System. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, POEPOE, TARNAS |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
SB1602 |
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HB1496 HD2
Ka Papahana Kaiapuni; Complex Area Superintendents; BOE; Hawaiian Medium Language Education; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the position of Ka Papahana Kaiapuni Program Complex Area Superintendent. Requires that at least one at-large member of the Board of Education be a proficient Hawaiian speaking educator, practitioner, or scholar of Hawaiian studies or the Hawaiian language, to be selected from a list of three nominees submitted by the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Clarifies the purpose and objective of the Hawaiian Language Medium Education Program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/14/2025- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS |
EDN, JHA, FIN |
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HB1497 HD1 SD1
DOA; Restricted Use Pesticides; Online Reporting; Position Conversion; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Department of Agriculture to develop an online reporting tool on restricted use pesticide usage. Appropriates funds to convert an unspecified number of temporary Environmental Health Specialist III positions into permanent positions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/13/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, EVSLIN, LAMOSAO, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1498 HD1
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.
Increases the motion picture, digital media, and film production income tax credit for qualified productions that utilize qualified production facilities located within the State. Changes the cap amount and aggregate cap amount of the motion picture, digital media, and film production income tax credit to unspecified amounts. Imposes the manufacturing GET 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 GET rate. 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. (HD1) |
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2/14/2025- 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, Matayoshi, Poepoe, Ward excused (4). |
LAMOSAO |
ECD, FIN |
SB1629 |
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HB1499 HD2
Department of Education; Administration of Medication; Students' Health and Safety
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Expands the Department of Education's authority to allow more trained staff to volunteer to assist students with the administration of medication. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/6/2025- Referred to EDU, CPN/JDC. |
LA CHICA |
EDU, CPN/JDC |
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HB1500 HD1
Department of Education; School Meals; Prices
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Repeals the authority of the Department of Education to set the price for school meals, except to provide a lower rate or free meals through rules. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/13/2025- 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, Kitagawa, Ward excused (3). |
LA CHICA, CHUN, HUSSEY, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDN, FIN |
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HB1504
Antitrust; Short Form
RELATING TO ANTITRUST.
Short form bill relating to antitrust. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB1505
Consumer Protection; Short Form
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Short form bill relating to consumer protection. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB1506
Nonprofits; Short Form
RELATING TO NONPROFITS.
Short form bill relating to nonprofits. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB1507
Consumer Protection; Short Form
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Short form bill relating to consumer protection. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB1508
Commerce; Short Form
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Short form bill relating to commerce. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI |
CPC |
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HB1509 HD2 SD1 CD1
Workers' Compensation; Treatment Plan; Response; Penalty
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Repeals the authorization of a physician to transmit a treatment plan by mail or facsimile and the requirement that the physician submit the plan to an address or facsimile number provided by the employer. Requires an employer to file a response, either accepting or objecting to a treatment plan, within ten days of receipt. Imposes a monetary penalty if an employer does not file a response within the ten-day period, unless there was good cause for the delay. Clarifies that a treatment plan is deemed accepted if an employer fails to file certain documents within the ten-day period. Imposes penalties on employers found to have improperly denied a treatment plan. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
SB2393 |
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HB1510 HD2 SD1
Certificates of Inspection; License Plates; Obstruction; Enforcement
RELATING TO LICENSE PLATES.
Conditions the issuance of a certificate of inspection upon a vehicle not being equipped with any cover or shield installed over the license plate. Amends the penalty for obstruction of a license plate. Allows state or county parking enforcement officers and persons authorized by a state or county law enforcement agency to issue citations for vehicles with a cover or shield obstructing the license plate. Repeals the requirement that a cover or shield be intended to alter or interfere with the visibility, legibility, or identification of a license plate by law enforcement or traffic enforcement systems. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(H)
5/14/2026- Act 012, on 05/14/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1112). |
MATAYOSHI, KILA |
TRS, JDC |
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HB1511 HD2 SD1 CD1
Consumer Protection; Unsolicited Mail and Electronic Mail; Vehicle Warranties; Service Contracts; Home Warranties; Government-Issued Licenses and Registrations; Prohibitions
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits entities from distributing unsolicited mail or electronic mail that employs high pressure tactics or is reasonably likely to cause a consumer to believe that the sender is affiliated with another entity that the sender is not actually affiliated with and the entity is asking the recipient to pay for goods, services, or forms of legal authorization, including but not limited to vehicle warranties, service contracts, home warranties, and government-issued licenses or registrations, unless certain disclosures are met. Makes contracts that fail to meet disclosure requirements voidable at the option of the consumer. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
CPN, JDC |
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HB1513 HD1
Condominiums; Property Insurance; Condominium Loan Program; Reimbursable General Obligation Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Authorizes the issuance of reimbursable general obligation bonds in four tranches to provide the necessary funds for the Condominium Loan Program. Appropriates funds from the Hurricane Reserve Trust Fund to provide initial coverage of the bond payments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
CPC, FIN |
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HB1514 HD2 SD1 CD1
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; Workers' Compensation; Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Certified Providers; Automatic Approval
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Clarifies the process for selecting a certified provider of vocational rehabilitation services. Requires certified providers to automatically approve vocational rehabilitation services for an injured employee if those services will likely be required for suitable gainful employment and the initial evaluation report finds the injured employee feasible to participate. Requires providers to file an employee's vocational rehabilitation plan no later than one hundred twenty days after submitting an initial evaluation report, unless extended by the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations. Clarifies the process for an employer to object to a vocational rehabilitation plan. (CD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAM, TARNAS |
LBT, CPN |
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HB1515 HD2 SD1 CD1
Workers' Compensation; Functional Capacity Examination; Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Authorizes an attending physician to request a functional capacity examination and refer an injured employee for the examination without first obtaining permission from the employee's employer in order to assess the employee's ability to return to work. Allows licensed occupational and physical therapists to be deemed qualified to perform functional capacity examinations. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
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HB1516 HD1 SD1 CD1
Pretrial Release; Bail
RELATING TO PRETRIAL RELEASE.
Requires certain factors to be considered when determining a defendant's financial ability to afford bail. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/6/2026- Recommitted to Conference committee as amended in CD 1 with none voting no and Representative(s) La Chica excused. |
TARNAS, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
JDC |
SB2732 |
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HB1518 HD1 SD1 CD1
DHS; SNAP; Incarcerated Individuals; Felony Drug Offenders; Pre-Release Application Process
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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TARNAS, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
SB2417 |
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HB1519 HD1 SD3
CSC; State Procurement Office; State and County Contractors; State and County Grantees; Officers of Contractors and Grantees; Third-Party Payment Processor Website Contributions; Prohibited Contributions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers of state and county contractors and grantees. Prohibits the compensated officers of certain state and county contractors and grantees from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract or grant. Provides that, for contributions received through a third-party payment processor website, whether received by check or directly deposited to the candidate or noncandidate committee, the date the contributor executes the transaction on the third-party payment processor website shall be deemed the date of receipt and the date of acceptance for campaign finance reporting and compliance requirements. Clarifies that monetary contributions and other campaign funds shall be deposited within 14 days of their physical receipt in a depository institution. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor within 30 calendar days of receipt or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Clarifies that where a violation of the prohibition against contributions and expenditures by lobbyists during legislative session occurs because of the acceptance or agreement to accept a prohibited contribution, and the contribution is by check, the date of violation shall be the date of the receipt of the check and not the date of deposit. Appropriates moneys. (SD3) |
(S)
4/27/2026- Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 837). |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO |
JDC, WAM |
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HB1520 HD1 SD1
CSC; Campaign Finance; Criminal Prosecution; Period of Limitations
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Clarifies that the five‑year statute of limitations for criminal prosecutions of campaign finance violations begins upon discovery of the offense by the Campaign Spending Commission. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
4/7/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
JDC, WAM |
SB2447 |
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HB1521 HD1
UIPA; Government Contracts; Contractors; Public Records
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS.
Requires contractors performing an agency function to retain records related to the performance of that function and provide agencies with access to those records. Deems the records to be government records under the Uniform Information Practices Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Shimizu voting no (2) and none excused (0). |
TARNAS, AMATO, GARRETT, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JHA, FIN |
SB2312 |
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HB1522 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC. |
TARNAS, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
JDC |
SB2727 |
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HB1523 HD1 SD1
Pedestrian-control Signals; Traffic Code; Countdown Timer
RELATING TO THE STATEWIDE TRAFFIC CODE.
Removes references to countdown timers as it relates to pedestrian-control signals, including the requirement that pedestrians must begin crossing a roadway before a countdown timer begins. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TODD, Matsumoto |
TRS, JDC |
SB3044, SB3209 |
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HB1524 HD2 SD1
Pedestrian; Violations; Fines; Limitation
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Establishes that fines for pedestrian violations under chapter 291C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, shall not exceed $25. Requires state and county agencies to revise applicable schedules of fines, rules, and procedures to comply with the monetary limit. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TODD |
TRS, JDC |
SB2445 |
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HB1525 HD1
Elections; Appropriations ($)
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to JDC/EIG, WAM. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GARCIA, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
JDC/EIG, WAM |
SB2728 |
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HB1528 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. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
GARRETT, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
SB2152 |
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HB1529
Public Agency Meetings and Records; Boards and Commissions; Quorum; Number of Votes Necessary to Validate Acts
RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
Reduces the quorum requirement for boards and commissions to a majority of current voting members of a board or commission. Reduces the number of affirmative votes needed to validate action of a board or commission to a majority of members voting at a meeting with quorum. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
GARRETT |
JHA |
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HB1531 HD2
Emergency; Official Announcements; Broadcast Media; American Sign Language; Sign Language Interpreter
RELATING TO EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Requires the Governor or mayor of a county, during a state of emergency, to provide an American Sign Language interpreter at each live broadcast press conference. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide a primary pool feed for any live official announcement that includes an American Sign Language interpreter in a picture-in-picture window, and does not require broadcasters that rebroadcast the official announcement to independently generate or insert this accessibility feature. Requires, to the fullest extent possible, that the American Sign Language interpreter's face, body, arms, and hands are visible. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
KONG |
PSM, WAM |
SB2121 |
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HB1535 HD2 SD1
DOH; Income Tax Credit; Automated External Defibrillator Devices; Automated External Defibrillator Registry; Places of Public Accommodation; Reporting; 911 Fund
RELATING TO AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS.
Establishes an income tax credit for automated external defibrillator devices that are installed and placed in service in certain places of public accommodation located in the State, subject to registration requirements. Authorizes the Department of Health to establish a statewide automated external defibrillator registry to collect and maintain certain information. Requires the owner or operator of an automated external defibrillator located in a place of public accommodation to conduct certain maintenance. Requires reporting of certain automated external defibrillator data to the Department of Health. Requires the Department of Health to coordinate with certain entities. Requires the Department of Health to request funds from the 911 Fund for the establishment and maintenance of the automated external defibrillator registry. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS |
CPN, WAM |
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HB1537 HD1
DOH; Adolescent Mental Health Services; Community-Based Organizations; Prevention; Early Intervention; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to contract with community-based organizations to provide preventive and early intervention mental health services to adolescents within the community. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB2287 |
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HB1541 HD2 SD1 CD1
Department of Health; Developmental Disabilities Division; Hawaii State Hospital; Positions; Civil Service Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
Exempts certain positions in the Developmental Disabilities Division of the Department of Health and Hawaii State Hospital from civil service. Authorizes the Director of Health to appoint two additional associate administrators and two project managers for the Hawaii State Hospital or a secure psychiatric rehabilitation facility. Requires the Department of Health to convert certain positions in the Hawaii State Hospital to civil service no later than 6/30/2031. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA |
HHS/LBT, WAM |
SB3273 |
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HB1546 HD1 SD2
DHS; DCCA; Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program; Medicaid; Subsidies; Waivers; Vouchers; Portability; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes a 3-year Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program within the Department of Human Services, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to assist individuals who have lost Medicaid health insurance coverage and lack access to other health insurance options. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to contract with a nonprofit health insurer or community-based organization to operate the Pilot Program under certain circumstances. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to issue premium subsidies in certain circumstances. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:20PM in conference room 329. |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
CPN, WAM |
SB2087 |
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HB1548 HD1 SD1 CD1
Penal Code; Misdemeanors; Sentencing; Nonviolent Offenses
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Limits the maximum term of imprisonment for misdemeanors that are not crimes of violence, or for offenses that are not crimes of violence 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 for an offense that is not a crime of violence to apply to the trial court for reconsideration of the sentence to conform to the revised maximum penalty. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TARNAS, AMATO, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, Reyes Oda |
JDC |
SB2731 |
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HB1549 HD1
Controlled Substances; Drug Paraphernalia; Repeal
RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Repeals the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (6) and none excused (0). |
TARNAS, AMATO, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HLT, JHA |
SB2418 |
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HB1550 HD2 SD2 CD1
DOH; Uniform Controlled Substances Act; Drug Paraphernalia; Drug Testing Products; Qualifying Patients; Medical Cannabis; Medical Records; Inspection
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Excludes drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Removes items that are used to plant, propagate, cultivate, grow, harvest, test, analyze, pack, repack, store, contain, conceal, inject, ingest, inhale, or otherwise introduce into the human body a controlled substance from the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Restricts the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act to only prohibit items that are used for the manufacturing, compounding, converting, production, processing, or preparing of controlled substances. Repeals language permitting the Department of Health to inspect a qualifying patient's medical records and suspend or revoke the ability of certain health care providers to issue written certifications under certain circumstances. (CD1) |
(H)
5/6/2026- Recommitted to Conference committee as amended in CD 1 with none voting no and Representative(s) Alcos excused. |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, Poepoe |
HHS, JDC |
SB2419 |
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HB1552
AG; Elections Commission; Chief Election Officer; Vacancy
RELATING TO THE CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER.
Provides that, in the event of a vacancy in the position of Chief Election Officer, the Attorney General shall serve as the Interim Chief Election Officer until the Elections Commission appoints a new Chief Election Officer. |
(H)
2/10/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JHA |
SB2143 |
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HB1553 HD1 SD1
Habitat Conservation Plans; Emergency Medical and Rehabilitation Services Agreement
RELATING TO HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANS.
Requires any existing habitat conservation plan that does not include an agreement for emergency medical and rehabilitation services for affected native wildlife to be amended to include the services in the agreement. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, SOUZA, TAM |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
SB2988 |
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HB1554
State Workers; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE WORKERS.
Short form bill relating to state workers. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB1555
Collective Bargaining; Short Form
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Short form bill relating to collective bargaining. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB1556
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB1557
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB1558
Labor; Short Form
RELATING TO LABOR.
Short form bill relating to labor. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 1 |
SAYAMA |
LAB |
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HB1559 HD2
Department of Education; Telecommunication Devices; Prohibited
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Prohibits a student from using a telecommunication device on school grounds during the instructional day, with certain exceptions. Requires a confiscated telecommunication device to be released only to the student's parent or legal guardian, who has three months to retrieve the device before it is subject to forfeiture. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/20/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
EDU, JDC |
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HB1561 HD1
Keiki Caucus; State Public Charter School Commission; Public Charter Schools; Meal Subsidies; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires public charter schools participating in the National School Lunch Program to provide free meals to students whose family income is no more than three hundred per cent of the federal poverty level. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDN, FIN |
SB2677 |
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HB1562 HD1 SD1
Keiki Caucus; DOH; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division; Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project; Report; Appropriation ($)
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2679 |
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HB1563 HD2
Keiki Caucus; Cigarettes, Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale; Regulation; County Authority
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
Repeals the preemption on county ordinances that regulate the sale of cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, Iwamoto |
HHS/EIG, CPN/JDC |
SB2681 |
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HB1565 HD2 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 for the working group. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, Matsumoto |
JDC, WAM |
SB2678 |
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HB1566 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to GVO/EIG, WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM |
GVO/EIG, WAM |
SB2142 |
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HB1571 HD1
Condominiums; Project; Registration; Agricultural District; Neighborhood Boards
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
For purposes of registering a condominium project in an agricultural district, (1) lowers the minimum threshold from projects with five units to projects with two units for which a signed statement from a county is required and (2) requires the project applicant to make a presentation on the project to the neighborhood board, if applicable. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/26/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
PERRUSO, BELATTI, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, Amato |
WAL, CPC |
SB2324 |
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HB1572 HD2 SD1
DAB; Restorative Aquaculture Development Program; Demonstration Sites; Restorative Aquaculture Advisory Council; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to: (1) Establish a 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. Sunsets 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, SOUZA, TARNAS, Amato |
AEN/EDT, WAM |
SB2349 |
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HB1573 HD3 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 the 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 acquire, possess, transport, keep, sell, or offer for sale products that are not in the directory. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
SB2410 |
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HB1574 HD2 SD2
Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program; Healthcare Professionals; Minimum Service Requirements
RELATING TO THE HEALTHCARE EDUCATION LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM.
Formally codifies the Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program. Requires a participant in the Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program who receives a new award on or after July 1, 2027, to remain and work in the State for a certain number of years based on the amount of financial assistance received. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD2) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 717). |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
SB2409 |
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HB1575 HD1
Movement Disorder Care; Parkinson's Patient Air Transport Feasibility Committee; Patient Access; Interisland Travel; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ACCESS TO MOVEMENT DISORDER CARE.
Establishes a temporary Parkinson's Patient Air Transport Feasibility Committee to examine recommendations for improving access to movement disorder care for neighbor island residents, including the feasibility of a state-administered air transport assistance fund. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HLT, FIN |
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HB1576 HD1 SD1 CD1
DBEDT; BLNR; Film Permits; Tax Credit; Information; Public Notice; Film Studio; Public Lands; Exemption
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 the public notice by electronic mail or postal mail. Provides an exemption for dispositions of lands set aside for filming and film studio operation from prior approval of the Board of Land and Natural Resources. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TEMPLO, AMATO, CHUN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KILA, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, TAM |
EDT, WAM |
SB2574 |
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HB1577 HD1
Smart911; 911 Board; Statewide Emergency Safety Profile System; Pilot Program; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO 911 SERVICES.
Requires the 911 Board to establish a Statewide Emergency Safety Profile System Pilot Program and convene a working group. Requires report to the Legislature. Repeals on 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on PSM deferred the measure. |
MORIKAWA, AMATO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
GVO/PSM, WAM |
SB2267 |
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HB1579 HD2
Light Pollution; Outdoor Light Fixtures
RELATING TO LIGHT POLLUTION.
Beginning 7/1/2027, establishes outdoor light fixture requirements throughout the State. Provides certain exemptions for Department of Education facilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Alcos, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TARNAS, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
SB2987 |
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HB1580
State Programs; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE PROGRAMS.
Short form bill relating to state programs. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TODD |
FIN |
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HB1581
Taxation; Short Form
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Short form bill relating to taxation. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TODD |
FIN |
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HB1582
State Finances; Short Form
RELATING TO STATE FINANCES.
Short form bill relating to state finances. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TODD |
FIN |
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HB1583
State Budget; Short Form
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Short form bill relating to the state budget. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TODD |
FIN |
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HB1584
Non-General Funds; Short Form
RELATING TO NON-GENERAL FUNDS.
Short form bill relating to non-general funds. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
TODD |
FIN |
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HB1586
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. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
KONG |
CPC |
SB2297 |
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HB1588 HD1 SD1
DOT; Noise Detection Camera Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes the Noise Detection Camera Program in the Department of Transportation for the installation of noise detection cameras for the enforcement of noise control laws. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
TAM, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, WOODSON, Amato, Morikawa |
TRS, WAM/JDC |
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HB1589 HD1
DBEDT; Executive Office on Aging; Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Establishes the Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to collaborate with the Executive Office on Aging to implement the program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
ECD, FIN |
SB2259 |
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HB1590 HD3 SD1
Transient Accommodations; Enforcement; Evidence; Destination Management; County Transient Accommodations Tax; Hosting Platform; Tax Collection Agent; General Excise Tax; Transient Accommodations Tax; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VACATION RENTALS.
Part I: Allows counties to use time-stamped screenshots as evidence for the enforcement of transient accommodations. Requires the Hawaii Tourism Authority's plans, practices, and efforts involving destination management to include promotion of use of traditional or lawful transient accommodations. Clarifies that the counties may use revenue from the County Transient Accommodations Tax for the enforcement of transient accommodations. Appropriates funds. Part II: Requires hosting platforms that earn service fees for providing booking services for transient accommodations to register with the Department of Taxation as tax collection agents and report, collect, and remit general excise and transient accommodations taxes on behalf of operators. Part II effective 1/1/2027. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
TAM, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EDT/EIG/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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HB1591 HD1 SD2
Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit; Physician Assistants; Dietitians; Social Workers; Residency Programs; Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee; Director of Health
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Expands the definitions of "preceptor" and "volunteer‑based supervised clinical training rotation" applicable to the Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit to improve accessibility for providers to receive income tax credits for acting as preceptors, including removing "primary care" from the criteria to qualify as a preceptor. Adds physician assistants, dietitians, and social workers to the list of preceptors and eligible students. Expands eligibility for the tax credit to include accredited residency programs that require preceptor support. Adds the Director of Health and representatives of residency programs with eligible students to the Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:38PM in Conference Room 329.
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SAYAMA, GARRETT, HOLT, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
HHS, CPN/WAM |
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HB1592 HD1
Penal Code; Assault; Educational Workers; Sports Officials
RELATING TO ASSAULT.
Elevates criminal penalties for assaults committed against educational workers and sports officials, while preserving appropriate judicial discretion at sentencing. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
GARRETT, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
EDN, JHA |
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HB1593 HD1
HHFDC; Affordable Rental Housing; Pet Inclusive
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Requires, for any affordable rental housing development project that receives financing or any financial assistance from the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, that the Corporation require the housing development lease or occupancy agreement to allow residents to own or otherwise maintain one or more common household pets. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HOU, WAM/JDC. |
GARRETT, CHUN, KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
HOU, WAM/JDC |
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HB1595 HD1
State Librarian; Salary Cap
RELATING TO THE STATE LIBRARIAN.
Repeals the salary cap for the state librarian. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, KILA, MIYAKE, TAKENOUCHI |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1596 HD1
University of Hawaii; Basic Needs Pilot Program; Housing Stability Pilot Project; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT BASIC NEEDS SUPPORT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Establishes a Basic Needs Pilot Program at a single campus of the University of Hawaii system. Authorizes the establishment of a Housing Stability Pilot Project at that campus. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, AMATO, EVSLIN, KILA, LA CHICA, OLDS, PERRUSO, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1597 HD1
UH; JABSOM; Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research Center; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIAS RESEARCH.
Establishes and appropriates funds for an Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research Center at the University of Hawaii, to be administratively affiliated with the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, including the establishment of full-time positions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
GARRETT, AMATO, CHUN, KAHALOA, KILA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MURAOKA, OLDS, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, WOODSON |
HED, HLT, FIN |
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HB1600
Gambling; Social Gambling; Affirmative Defense; Noise Complaints
RELATING TO GAMBLING.
Provides that a defendant may not assert social gambling as an affirmative defense if the gambling activity occurred at the defendant's residence and gambling activities have resulted in multiple recent documented noise complaints. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
CHUN |
JHA |
SB2893 |
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HB1601 HD2 SD1
DAB; DLNR; Hawaii Invasive Species Council Appropriation; Biosecurity; Expending Agency ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Amends the amount and expending agency for a fiscal year 2026-2027 appropriation for the Hawaii Invasive Species Council from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, Kusch |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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HB1602 HD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Grant Specialist; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to establish one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) grant specialist position within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/23/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHUN, KAHALOA, Kusch |
AGR, FIN |
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HB1603 HD1 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Parks; Lease Extensions
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL PARK LEASES.
Repeals the requirement for land covered by an agricultural park lease with a remaining term of fifteen years or less to be located in a county having a population of less than five hundred thousand in order for the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to extend the lease. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/1/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
CHUN, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, Kusch |
AEN, JDC |
SB3224 |
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HB1604 HD2 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, Kusch |
AEN/HOU, WAM |
SB2405 |
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HB1605 HD1 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Food Security; Human and Community Resilience Institute; Appropriation ($)
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. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 3:30PM in conference room 229. |
CHUN, GARRETT, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO |
EDU, WAM |
SB2705 |
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HB1607 HD1
SPO; Small Business Procurement Program; Small Business Procurement Coordinator; Local Preference; Hawaii Businesses; Small Business Procurement Special Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO PUBLIC PROCUREMENT.
Permanently establishes the Small Business Procurement Program and Small Business Procurement Coordinator position within the State Procurement Office. Requires purchasing agencies to apply a local preference to Hawaii businesses in evaluating contracts awarded by competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed proposals. Establishes criteria for a Hawaii business to qualify for a local preference. Establishes procedures for contract awardees who fail to meet or maintain the preference criteria. Establishes a special fund and requires the Small Business Procurement Coordinator to establish rules and policies, effective 1/1/2029, requiring small businesses to commit to contributing 0.2 per cent of state contract awards to the special fund. Repeals the Small Business Assistance Initiative established in Act 168, SLH 2022. Appropriates funds for the Small Business Procurement Coordinator. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
ILAGAN, AMATO, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
ECD, FIN |
SB2075 |
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HB1612 HD1
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Business Competitiveness Goals; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a business competitiveness goal for the State to be nationally ranked in the top thirty states for business climate by 2050, with interim goals. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to submit annual progress reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/17/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, KILA, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, SHIMIZU, WOODSON, Alcos |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1613 HD1 SD1
HTDC; Advanced Manufacturing and Cybersecurity Specialist; Marketing and Branding Specialist; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to establish advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity specialist and marketing and branding specialist positions. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, SAYAMA, TAM, WOODSON, Alcos |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1614 HD1 SD1
HTDC; Hawaii Technology Development Corporation Revolving Fund; Federal Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation Revolving Fund for the purpose of financing the State's matching contributions required by federal grants. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, QUINLAN, SHIMIZU, TAM, TARNAS |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1615 HD2 SD1
HTDC; Office of Marine Affairs; Marine Affairs Task Force; Marine Affairs Coordinator; Reports; Transfer; Consultant; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Declares that the State is an ocean cluster. Establishes the Office of Marine Affairs within the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation for administrative purposes only. Establishes and appropriates funds for the Marine Affairs Coordinator position. Requires the Marine Affairs Coordinator to submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature. Transfers the functions of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Marine Affairs to the Office of Marine Affairs. Appropriates funds for the Office of Marine Affairs to procure the services of a consultant to support the marine affairs declaration of intent. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, HUSSEY, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, SHIMIZU, TAM, TARNAS |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
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HB1616 HD1 SD1
Agricultural Parks; Disposition; Commercial Activity; Swine; Swine Products
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Clarifies that the disposition of agricultural park lots for commercial activity may occur after the initial development of the agricultural park and regardless of whether the applicable county council approved plans and specifications for the future disposition of lots for commercial activity, with certain exceptions. Authorizes the care and production of swine and swine products within certain agricultural parks and under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, ALCOS, AMATO, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, SHIMIZU |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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HB1617 HD1
Department of Taxation; Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security Tax; Carbon Cashback Tax Credit; Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund; Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Reestablishes the Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund. Renames the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax, also known as the barrel tax, as the Environmental Response, Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Food Security Tax; gradually increases barrel tax rates; and allocates portions of barrel tax revenues to the Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund, Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund, Airport Revenue Fund, and Boating Special Fund. Establishes a refundable Carbon Cashback Tax Credit and appropriates funds to the Department of Taxation to administer the tax credit. Establishes the Carbon Emissions Tax and Dividend Special Fund to be used in the administration of the barrel tax and Carbon Cashback Tax Credit and for public awareness of the Carbon Cashback Tax Credit. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Amato, Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (7) and none excused (0). |
ILAGAN, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS, WOODSON, Amato, Belatti, Garrett, Kila, Lowen, Miyake, Reyes Oda |
EEP/AGR, FIN |
SB2332 |
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HB1618 HD1 SD1 CD1
HGIA; Cesspool Conversion Financing Program; Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund; Hawaii Green Infrastructure Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CESSPOOL CONVERSIONS.
Establishes a Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund, to be administered by the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, to provide financial assistance, including low-interest or forgivable loans, to eligible homeowners for the upgrade, conversion, or connection of cesspools. Appropriates funds for the establishment and hiring of a program management position and for the purposes of the Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
LOWEN, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, TARNAS, TODD |
AEN/HHS/WAM |
SB2770 |
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HB1619 HD2 SD1
Zero-Emissions 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. 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. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, WOODSON |
EIG/WLA, CPN |
SB2434 |
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HB1620 HD2 SD1
PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount; Hydrogen Fueling System Subaccount; Transfer
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to transfer funds from the Hydrogen Fueling System Subaccount of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund to the Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount of the Fund. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
LOWEN, PERRUSO |
AEN/EIG, CPN/WAM |
SB2905 |
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HB1621 HD1
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 Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2026- 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) Holt excused (1). |
LOWEN, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
AGR/EEP, FIN |
SB2110 |
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HB1626 HD1 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. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, JDC |
SB2540 |
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HB1627
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. |
(H)
2/19/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TARNAS, AMATO, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
JHA |
SB2749, SB3042 |
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HB1628 HD2 SD1
Hawaii Paroling Authority; Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Compassionate Release; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMPASSIONATE RELEASE.
Establishes a protocol for compassionate release for certain ill or seriously debilitated incarcerated persons. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:51 PM; Conference Room 016. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
PBS, JHA, FIN |
SB2688 |
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HB1629
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/27/2026- Meeting Scheduled on Friday, 01-30-26 11:30AM in conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE has been canceled. |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB1630
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/27/2026- Meeting Scheduled on Friday, 01-30-26 11:30AM in conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE has been canceled. |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB1631
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/27/2026- Meeting Scheduled on Friday, 01-30-26 11:30AM in conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE has been canceled. |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB1632
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB1633
Economic Development; Short Form
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Short form bill relating to economic development. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to ECD, referral sheet 1 |
ILAGAN |
ECD |
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HB1635 HD1
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Commercial; Advertisement; Internet-only Distribution; Broadcast and Streaming Platforms
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Makes broadcast and streaming platform productions and commercial advertisement productions with Internet-only distribution eligible to receive the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit. Repeals 1/1/2033. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARCIA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1637
Nonprofit Corporations; Attorney General; Investigation
RELATING TO NONPROFITS.
Authorizes the Department of the Attorney General to initiate an investigation into a nonprofit corporation for compliance with the Hawaii Nonprofit Corporations Act and its tax exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
MATAYOSHI, TARNAS |
JHA |
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HB1641 HD2
High-speed Electric Device; Lease; Rent; Sale; Operation; Prohibitions
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits the lease or rental of a high-speed electric device. Prohibits the sale or offer for sale of a high-speed electric device, under certain conditions. Prohibits the operation of a high-speed electric device in certain situations. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAM |
TRN, CPC, JHA |
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HB1642 HD1 SD1 CD1
Consumer Protection; Digital Financial Assets; Virtual Currencies; Kiosks; Prohibition; Purchases
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Beginning 10/1/2026, prohibits the ownership, operation, or management of a digital financial asset transaction kiosk that accepts United States currency from a customer in exchange for a digital financial asset. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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HB1643 HD2 SD2 CD1
Pharmacy; Registered Pharmacists; Audits; Pharmacy Benefit Managers; Exclusion; Health Maintenance Organization; Integrated Delivery System
RELATING TO PHARMACY.
Specifies a framework for the administration of audits of records of registered pharmacists and pharmacies. Amends the definition of "pharmacy benefit manager" under chapter 431S, HRS, to exclude certain health maintenance organizations. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
HHS, CPN |
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HB1644 HD2 SD1
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. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EIG, CPN/JDC |
SB2032 |
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HB1645 HD3 SD1
DHS; Nonprofit Child Welfare Service Organizations; Child Welfare Services; Liability; Indemnification; Additional Insured; Trial; Bond
RELATING TO LIABILITY.
Provides certain liability protections for nonprofit child welfare service organizations that are under contract with the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare services to children and families. Prohibits contracts between nonprofit child welfare service organizations and the State from including indemnification and hold harmless provisions and from requiring either party to name the other as an additional insured in their respective liability insurance policies. Prohibits pre- and post-judgment interest and punitive damages for nonprofit child welfare service organizations. Requires actions against nonprofit child welfare service organizations to be tried by the court, except in certain circumstances. Removes joint and several liability for nonprofit child welfare service organizations. Specifies that no bond shall be required from a nonprofit child welfare service organization on appeal. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, ILAGAN, KILA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM, TARNAS |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
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HB1648 HD2
Workers' Compensation; Nonprescription Drugs; Over-The-Counter Drugs; Nonlegend Drugs
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Authorizes health care providers to dispense nonprescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and nonlegend drugs for workers' compensation patients, under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/17/2026- Re-Referred to LBT/HHS, CPN. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, LEE, M., TAKAYAMA |
LBT/HHS, CPN |
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HB1650 HD1
Environmental Assessments; Waikiki Special District
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS.
Removes proposed actions within the Waikiki special district from the requirement for environmental assessments under section 343-5, HRS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WLA, JDC. |
HASHEM |
WLA, JDC |
SB2997 |
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HB1652 HD1
Stormwater Management Systems; Agricultural Infrastructure; Low-Risk Green Stormwater Infrastructure; Counties
RELATING TO STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.
Exempts agricultural infrastructure and low-risk green stormwater infrastructure from regulations covering retention ponds. Defines agricultural infrastructure and low-risk green stormwater infrastructure. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/25/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
HASHEM |
WAL, FIN |
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HB1654 HD1
AG; Public Employees; Confidential Complaint Process; Reports
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. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/3/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAYAMA, HOLT, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS |
LAB, JHA |
SB2116 |
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HB1655 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/16/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
LBT, WAM |
SB2388 |
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HB1656 HD1 SD1
Indebtedness; Salary or Wage Overpayment; Overpayment Payroll Transactions; Deductions for Recovery; Notice
RELATING TO INDEBTEDNESS TO THE STATE.
Amends the amount that a disbursing officer may deduct from an employee's salary, wage, or compensation based on the employee's gross income. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
LBT, WAM |
SB2118 |
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HB1658 HD1 SD1
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 certain timeframes. Repeals existing law that requires a different impasse procedure to apply in those situations. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, TARNAS |
LBT, WAM |
SB2115 |
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HB1659 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 the collective bargaining agreement specifically provides otherwise. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/3/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, TARNAS |
LAB, JHA |
SB2114 |
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HB1660 HD1
Contractors; Employees; Counties; Wages; Benefits; Hours; Employment Status; Disclosure
RELATING TO COUNTY LABOR STANDARDS.
Authorizes the counties to require contractors to disclose information regarding their employees' wages, benefits, hours, and employment status and deny, revoke, or suspend a building permit application for violating laws relating to wages, benefits, hours, and employment status, under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
SAYAMA, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
LAB, CPC, JHA |
SB2140 |
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HB1661 HD1 SD1 CD1
Cafeteria Plans; Wage and Salary Reduction Benefit Programs; Flexible Spending Accounts; Public Service; Maximum Contributions; Carryover Limits
RELATING TO CAFETERIA PLANS.
Requires the maximum contribution and carryover amounts for a public service flexible spending account plan to be set annually in accordance with the maximum amounts allowed under section 125 of the Internal Revenue Service Code. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
LBT, WAM |
SB2122 |
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HB1663 HD2 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 thirty calendar days of submitting an approved statement of completed travel. Requires the State or a county to pay interest on a loan not reimbursed within thirty calendar 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 for good cause. Entitles an officer or employee to reimbursement from the State or a county when a travel vendor offers a partial refund or no refund. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
SAYAMA, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KILA, LEE, M., MIYAKE, OLDS, POEPOE, TAM, TARNAS |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
SB2119 |
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HB1664 HD1 SD1
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 (EUTF) 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 EUTF. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KILA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
SB2117 |
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HB1665 HD1
AG; Terroristic Threatening; Reports; Electronic Communications; Protected Classes; Obstructing Government Operations; Educational Workers
RELATING TO THE PENAL CODE.
Requires the Department of the Attorney General to submit annual reports to the Legislature pertaining to the offense of terroristic threatening in the first degree. Expands the definition of "terroristic threatening" to include any form of written or electronic communication. Includes additional protected classes that designate the offense of terroristic threatening in the first degree as a class B felony. Amends the offense of obstructing government operations to include obstructing the performance of a governmental function by an educational worker acting in an official capacity. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
KILA |
HSH, JHA |
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HB1667 HD1 SD1 CD1
State Civil Identification Card; Lowering of Age to Obtain
RELATING TO CIVIL IDENTIFICATION.
Lowers the age to obtain a state civil identification card without a signature from a parent or guardian from eighteen years old to sixteen years old. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA |
EIG, JDC |
SB2895 |
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HB1668 HD1
Medicaid; Department of Human Services; Full Earned Income Disregard
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Requires the Department of Human Services to allow a full earned income disregard for individuals with disabilities who are between the ages of sixteen and sixty-four years when determining eligibility for Medicaid. Takes effect upon approval by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- The committee on HHS deferred the measure. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, Reyes Oda |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1671 HD2
Dental Hygienists; Interim Therapeutic Restorations; Public Health Settings; Dentists; General Supervision
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Allows a licensed dental hygienist to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings under the general supervision of licensed dentist. 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, CPN |
SB2854 |
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HB1676 HD1
Department of Education; University of Hawaii; Artificial Intelligence; Task Force; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Establishes an Artificial Intelligence in Education Task Force to develop guidelines and recommendations for the use of artificial intelligence in state public education. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- The committee on LBT deferred the measure. |
GARRETT, AMATO, EVSLIN, KAPELA, OLDS, SAYAMA, WOODSON |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
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HB1677
CIP; Thirty-first Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-FIRST REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-first representative district. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
ICHIYAMA |
FIN |
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HB1678 HD1 SD1 CD1
Planned Community Associations; Condominium Associations; Cumulative Voting; Candidates
RELATING TO ASSOCIATIONS.
Clarifies that in planned community association and condominium association elections conducted by cumulative voting, cumulative voting rights apply to all candidates, including write-ins, and that individual votes are used when allocating votes. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN |
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HB1679 HD1 SD2
Condominium Associations; Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting at Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting Without a Meeting; Mail Voting Without a Meeting; Proxies
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. Clarifies that proxies are only to be used for any voting conducted at a meeting. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN, JDC |
SB2561 |
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HB1680 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
ICHIYAMA |
TRN, JHA |
SB2498 |
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HB1681
Intimate Image; Nonconsensual Distribution; Criminal Offense
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Establishes the offense of nonconsensual distribution of an intimate image. |
(H)
2/10/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ICHIYAMA |
JHA |
SB2135 |
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HB1682 HD1 SD2 CD1
Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images; Civil Remedies
RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INTIMATE IMAGES.
Establishes civil remedies for the unauthorized disclosure of intimate images. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ICHIYAMA |
LBT, JDC |
SB2448 |
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HB1683
Arts; Short Form
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Short form bill relating to the arts. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 1 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB1684
Arts; Short Form
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Short form bill relating to the arts. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 1 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB1685
Arts; Short Form
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Short form bill relating to the arts. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 1 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB1686
Culture; Short Form
RELATING TO CULTURE.
Short form bill relating to culture. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 1 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB1687
Culture; Short Form
RELATING TO CULTURE.
Short form bill relating to culture. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CAA, referral sheet 1 |
KAPELA |
CAA |
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HB1688 HD1 SD2 CD1
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 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 020, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1120). |
KILA, ILAGAN, TAM |
TRS, WAM |
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HB1691 HD2 SD1
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. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
KILA, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
TRS, CPN/JDC |
SB2053 |
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HB1692 HD2 SD2 CD1
Stationary Vehicles; Traffic Safety; Duty of Approaching Vehicle; Traffic Violations; Pickup Trucks; Passenger Restrictions
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Part I: Requires drivers approaching stationary vehicles displaying warning signals to slow down to a reasonable and prudent speed and make a lane change if possible and safe to do so or come to a complete stop if necessary. Part II: Provides certain exemptions from passenger restrictions related to the operation of a pickup truck with a passenger seated in the bed or load-carrying area of the vehicle. 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 sixteen years of age. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA, AMATO, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAM, TARNAS |
TRS, JDC |
SB2026 |
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HB1694 HD2
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 beginning after December 31, 2026, and sunsets on December 31, 2035. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Gedeon, Muraoka voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KILA, CHUN, EVSLIN, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, TAM |
TRN, EEP, FIN |
SB2027, SB2375 |
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HB1695 HD2 SD1
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. Clarifies that the Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit shall only be claimed by taxpayers for which qualified renewable fuels production costs are incurred within the State and sold for distribution within the State. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KILA, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, TARNAS |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
SB2403 |
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HB1696 HD2 SD1 CD1
DOT; DLIR; Commercial Driver's Licenses; Minimum Age
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Lowers the age of who may drive commercially within the State from nineteen to eighteen. Repeals the requirement that a person only operates category 3 vehicles to qualify to drive commercially in the State. Prohibits a person under twenty-one years of age from operating a commercial motor vehicle outside of a registered apprenticeship program as determined by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations or a structured, on-the-job training program administered by the person's employer that meets certain requirements. Requires the Department of Transportation to amend its rules to lower the minimum age required for a commercial driver's license. (CD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, Muraoka |
TRS, JDC |
SB2896 |
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HB1697 HD1
Board of Barbering and Cosmetology; Natural Hair Braiding; Exemption from Licensure; Registration
RELATING TO NATURAL HAIR BRAIDING.
Requires natural hair braiders to be registered, rather than licensed, under the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. By 11/1/2026, requires the Board to adopt rules prescribing the approved courses or programs on sanitation, health, and safety. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPN. |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN |
SB2876 |
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HB1700 HD1 SD1
Counties; Individuals with Disabilities; Access and Functional Needs; Housing Projects; Expedited Permits; Reports
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. Requires reports to the Legislature. Repeals 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EIG/HHS/HOU, JDC |
SB2270 |
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HB1703 HD2
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Land Use; Rodeos; Rodeo Activities
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Authorizes rodeos and rodeo activities on various lands that are zoned for agricultural or pastoral use. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
WAL, CAA, JHA |
SB2161 |
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HB1705 HD1 SD2
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. (SD2) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD, WOODSON |
HHS, JDC |
SB2090 |
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HB1706 HD1
DHS; Medicaid; Prospective Payment System; Reimbursement; Mental Health Services; Mental Health Professionals
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA |
HSH, CPC |
SB2089 |
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HB1707 HD1 SD2 CD1
DAB; Transportation Costs; Shipping Costs; Reimbursements; Position; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Local Agriculture Transportation Cost Reimbursement Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to reimburse eligible ranchers and farmers a portion of their costs to transport livestock, livestock products, agricultural commodities, and certain necessary supplies, under certain conditions. Establishes a position to administer the Program. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2029. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1708 HD1
Traffic Code; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Highly Intoxicated Driver
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Upgrades the penalties for operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while highly intoxicated, including outlining additional requirements for probation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, QUINLAN |
TRN, JHA |
SB2392 |
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HB1710 HD2 SD2 CD1
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 proposed projects on private property or certain projects that require state or county approval for entitlement for use, after which concurrence may be assumed and the project may move to the next step in the compliance process. Amends the conditions under which a proposed project on an existing privately owned single-family detached dwelling unit or townhouse that is over fifty years old shall be subject to section 6E-42, HRS. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
WLA, JDC |
SB2341 |
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HB1711 HD1 SD2 CD1
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Housing; Rent-to-Own Program; Sales Price
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Amends, for purposes of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's Rent-to-Own Program, the period during which the sales price of a dwelling unit is required to remain fixed from 5 years to a period of up to 10 years. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, SAYAMA, TARNAS |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1712 HD1
State Building Code Council; Department of Accounting and General Services; Membership; Building Industry Association of Hawaii; General Contractors Association of Hawaii; Plumbers and Fitters United Association, Local 675; International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1186
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 four years. Adds one representative of the Plumbers and Fitters United Association, Local 675, and one representative of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1186, as members of the State Building Code Council. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/4/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
WAL, JHA |
SB2339 |
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HB1713 HD1 SD1 CD1
School Impact Fees; Residential Development; Land Dedication Exemptions
RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.
Expands exemptions from school impact fee requirement for certain housing developments. Clarifies procedures and timing for land dedication or fee‑in‑lieu agreements for new residential developments. Repeals the sunset and reporting requirements under Act 268, SLH 2025. Restructures certain school impact fee accounts. Preserves existing educational contribution agreements. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
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HB1714 HD1
HHFDC; HPHA; Executive Director Salary; Deputy Executive Director; Employment Contracts
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Provides the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation with autonomy in personnel matters. Increases the salary cap for the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Renames the Executive Assistant of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation the Deputy Executive Director. Prohibits the extension of any employment contract of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation and Hawaii Public Housing Authority beyond two years without legislative approval. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka voting no (2) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, TARNAS |
HSG, LAB, FIN |
SB2338 |
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HB1715 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Permanently Affordable For-Sale Housing; Resale Restrictions; Criteria
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Authorizes HHFDC to designate certain for-sale units as permanently affordable housing, subject to certain restrictions. Clarifies that certain resale and occupancy restrictions apply only to projects developed prior to a certain date. Amends the definition of "qualified resident" for the purposes of HHFDC housing development programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1716 HD1 SD1
Elections; Political Parties; Qualification; Ballot Placement
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Establishes a process by which any political party continuously listed on the general election ballot for two consecutive general election cycles shall be deemed continuously qualified for ballot placement. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
POEPOE, GRANDINETTI, PERRUSO |
JDC |
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HB1718 HD1 SD1 CD1
HHFDC; Affordable Housing; Mixed-Use Developments; County Powers; Sunset
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Limits mixed-use developments to transit-oriented developments. Repeals the sunset date of Act 45, SLH 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 before 7/1/2033 for this purpose. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
SB2748, SB3036 |
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HB1721 HD2 SD2 CD1
Expedited Permits; Insurance; Additional Insureds; Indemnification; Certificates of Occupancy
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies insurance, indemnification, and certain certificate of occupancy requirements for purposes of expedited permits. Requires state or county inspectors to inspect all projects with expedited permits. Repeals 6/30/2031. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
EIG/HOU, CPN |
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HB1722 HD1
Hawaii Community Development Authority; 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: including the renting or subleasing by the owner of a residential condominium unit to any tenant or sublessee of any kind as a form of owner occupation; requiring at least sixty per cent of the residential condominium units within urban redevelopment sites to be set aside for owner-occupied residential use for at least ten years from the date of initial purchase; exempting the design, development, and construction of contracts for residential condominium units within an urban redevelopment site from procurement requirements; allowing an individual to own other real property and still qualify for the program; and allowing the sale of up to forty per cent of residential condominium units to qualified residents if there are units available after being advertised for sale for more than sixty days. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and none excused (0). |
EVSLIN |
HSG, CPC |
SB2061 |
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HB1723 HD1
HHFDC; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Mixed-Income Subaccount; Transfer of Moneys; Project Criteria; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Specifies the conditions upon which the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation may transfer moneys from within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to a subaccount and between subaccounts of the revolving fund. Authorizes the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be used to provide any and all forms of financing. Expands the funding priorities of, and appropriates funds into and out of, the Mixed-Income Subaccount. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
EVSLIN |
HSG, FIN |
SB2063 |
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HB1724 HD2 SD1
HHFDC; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Program; Computation of Interest; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Makes the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program permanent, with modifications that include changing the method for computation of interest for purchasers of certain real property. Expands the use of proceeds in the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to include purchasing equity in for-sale housing development projects and interim primary or secondary financing. Exempts disbursements from the Affordable Homeownership Revolving Fund from appropriation and allotment requirements. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1725 HD2
Counties; Point-in-Time Applicability; Building Permits; State Building Code Council; County Authority; Hawaii State Building Code; Amendments; Building Permit Applications; Adoption Cycle; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BUILDING CODES.
Part I: Fixes the applicable building codes, standards, and county amendments for the life of a building permit, subject to certain exceptions and rules. Part II: Specifies the applicability of the International Residential Code. Authorizes a county to adopt amendments to the Hawaii state building code, under certain circumstances, and repeals the counties' existing authority to amend or adopt the buildings code without council approval. Changes the adoption of the Hawaii state building code from a two-year cycle to a six-year cycle. Part III: Appropriates funds for the State Building Code Council for staffing and necessary consultant services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EIG/GVO, WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS, Hussey |
EIG/GVO, WAM |
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HB1726 HD1
Statewide Housing and Infrastructure Data Platform; Housing Development; Regional Infrastructure Investments; Fiscal Sustainability; Fiscal Impact Model; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, in collaboration with other state and county agencies, to study options for and coordinate the development of a shared statewide housing and infrastructure data platform to inform agency decision-making and state housing and infrastructure investments. Includes the development of a model that assesses the fiscal impacts of development and regional infrastructure investments. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt excused (1). |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD, WOODSON |
HSG/WAL, FIN |
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HB1727 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; Department of Budget and Finance; RHRF; Mixed-Income Subaccount; Reserved Funds; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Authorizes the Rental Housing Revolving Fund (RURF) 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 (HHFDC) to give preference to certain projects with perpetual affordability commitments and to applicants with a demonstrated history of early repayment to the RHRF. Authorizes HHFDC, with the approval of the Director of Finance, to transfer moneys between the RHRF and its subaccounts without further legislative authorization. Requires certain RHRF loans applied for or awarded after 12/31/2026 to be subject to review and renegotiation when any mortgage debt to which the loan is subordinate is refinanced or retired. Authorizes HHFDC to use reserved but unencumbered funds for short‑term projects with certain conditions. Authorizes HHFDC to secure lines of credit, standby bond purchase agreements, or other credit enhancement facilities to provide liquidity for the RHRF in certain circumstances. Authorizes the Director of Finance to transfer moneys from the RHRF to its Mixed-Income Subaccount for FY 2026‑2027. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1728 HD1 SD1 CD1
Counties; Rainwater Catchment Systems
RELATING TO RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS.
Requires the counties to allow for the installation and operation of rainwater catchment systems for potable and nonpotable uses on all properties. Allows the counties to require registration, inspection, or notification of rainwater catchment systems. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, Matayoshi |
EIG/WLA, JDC |
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HB1729 HD1
Second Home Mortgage Interest Deduction; Income Tax
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Disallows the home mortgage interest deduction for second homes under state income tax law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and none excused (0). |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
HSG, FIN |
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HB1730 HD2 SD1
DOH; Cesspool Conversion Implementation Working Group; Cesspools; Administrative Rules; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Establishes a Cesspool Conversion Implementation Working Group to assist the Department of Health in a review of the Department's administrative rules and practices regarding wastewater systems and cesspools and in the development of proposed changes to make cesspool conversions more affordable. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for positions and hiring of a consultant to assist the Cesspool Conversion Implementation Working Group. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, WOODSON |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
SB2980 |
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HB1731 HD1
Community Care Foster Family Homes; Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; Medicaid; 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 licensed community care foster family home solely because of their disability or enrollment in a specific medicaid waiver program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- 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, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, Matsumoto |
HLT/HSH, FIN |
SB2340 |
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HB1732 HD2 SD1
HHFDC; Counties; Kamaaina Homes Pilot Program; Voluntary Deed Restrictions
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Kamaaina Homes Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to provide funding to a county, to be designated by the Corporation, to purchase voluntary deed restrictions from eligible homebuyers. Sunsets 6/30/2032. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1733 HD2 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Rental Housing; Hula Mae Multifamily Revenue Bond Authorization; 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. Clarifies that revenue bonds treated as refunding bonds do not count against the authorized aggregate principal amount of the bond. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to submit a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HOU, WAM |
SB2553 |
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HB1736 HD2
Spay and Neuter Special Fund; Cat Sterilization; Counties; Animal Control; Income Check-off; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ANIMAL CONTROL.
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) |
(S)
3/25/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS, Amato |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
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HB1737 HD3 SD2 CD1
Agriculture; Agricultural Districts; Zoning; Farm Dwelling; Farm Employee Housing
RELATING TO FARM EMPLOYEE HOUSING.
Clarifies the allowable uses within agricultural districts with respect to farm dwellings and farm employee housing. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD, Amato |
AEN/HOU, JDC |
SB2006 |
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HB1738 HD2
Land Use Decision-Making; County Decision-Making; District Boundaries; Housing
RELATING TO LAND USE DECISION-MAKING.
Authorizes counties to amend district boundaries involving land areas of greater than fifteen but no more than twenty-five acres for purposes of residential housing, agricultural workforce housing, long-term rental housing, or workforce fee simple ownership. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LEE, M., MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
WLA/EIG/HOU, JDC |
SB2007 |
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HB1739 HD2
County-designated Transit-Oriented Development Areas; Transit-Supportive Densities; County Regulations; Prohibition
RELATING TO TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the development of transit-supportive densities to be allowed in any county-designated transit-oriented development area. Prohibits the counties from enacting an ordinance, rule, regulation, development standard, zoning provision, or other land use control that restricts the development of transit-supportive densities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
WLA/EIG/HOU, WAM |
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HB1740 HD2 SD2 CD1
HHFDC; Qualified Residents; Affordable Housing; Housing Development; Exemptions; Owner-Occupancy; Deed Restrictions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Repeals the prohibition against qualified residents for Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation-approved projects holding a majority interest in land and repeals the requirement that qualified residents demonstrate financial viability or ability to pay rent. Limits a qualified resident from owning a majority interest in no more than one property suitable for dwelling purposes, but requiring the disposal of such property within two years. 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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TARNAS, TODD |
HOU, WAM |
SB2424 |
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HB1741 HD2 SD1 CD1
Inclusionary Mandate; Housing Affordability Impact Fee; Needs Assessment Study; Essential Nexus; Rough Proportionality; Financial Feasibility
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Deems a county inclusionary mandate as a form of development exaction and treats the mandate as a housing affordability impact fee. Provides parameters for a county's adoption or amendment of an inclusionary mandate for residential or mixed-use development. Establishes additional components for a needs assessment study for a county-imposed inclusionary mandate. Conditions the adoption or amendment of a county inclusionary mandate for residential or mixed-use development on written findings of essential nexus and rough proportionality and a determination of financial feasibility. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HSG, WAL, JHA, FIN |
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HB1742 HD3
Self-Contained Relocatable Housing; Construction; Occupation; Zoning; Manufactured Homes; Real Property
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Part I: Authorizes the construction and occupation of self-contained relocatable housing units, with certain restrictions. Part II: Specifies that a manufactured home is considered real property, requiring its transfer, conveyance, and mortgage to follow the same recording and enforcement requirements as other real property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, GARCIA, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
EIG/HOU/WLA, CPN/JDC |
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HB1743 HD1
Owner-Builder Exemption; Contractors; Leasing Restriction; Disclaimer; Repeal
RELATING TO THE OWNER-BUILDER EXEMPTION.
Repeals the leasing restriction on owner-builders who obtain an owner-builder exemption to act as their own contractor and who build or improve residential or farm buildings or structures on property they own or lease and do not offer the buildings or structures for sale. Requires an owner or lessee to provide signed written notice that a residential structure offered for lease or sublease was built or improved by an individual who is not a licensed contractor. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HSG, CPC |
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HB1749 HD2 SD1
Cesspools; Cesspool Disclosure Form; Penalties
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires sellers to provide buyers with a cesspool disclosure form before the execution of a real estate purchase contract. Establishes standards for the cesspool disclosure form by 11/1/2026. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
AEN/HHS, CPN/WAM |
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HB1751 HD1
Department of Defense; University of Hawaii; State Tuition Assistance Program; 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 personnel in the Hawaii National Guard. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
BELATTI, IWAMOTO, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
PBS, HED, FIN |
SB2138 |
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HB1752 HD1 SD1 CD1
Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee; HI-EMA; Adjutant General; Administrator; Membership
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.
Replaces the Adjutant General on the Hawaii Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee with the Administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. (CD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
BELATTI, SOUZA |
PSM, JDC |
SB2139 |
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HB1753 HD2 SD2 CD2
AG; Social Media Platforms; User Accounts; Personal Information; Sensitive Personal Information; Deletion; Deceptive Practices
RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA.
Requires certain social media platforms to provide an accessible mechanism for users to delete their accounts on the platform and permanently erase all personal information and sensitive personal information associated with deleted accounts. Prohibits certain deceptive practices by social media platforms that obstruct the deletion of user accounts. Authorizes the Attorney General to pursue civil actions and seek injunctive relief and penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TEMPLO, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARCIA, GEDEON, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
CPN, JDC |
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HB1755
Minority Caucus Package; Taxation; Income Tax; Elimination
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Eliminates the state individual income tax. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
MURAOKA, ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
FIN |
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HB1756 HD1
Individual Housing Account Program; Pre-Tax Savings; Minority Caucus Package
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, increases the maximum annual deduction for contributions to, and maximum account levels for, individual housing accounts. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
MATSUMOTO, ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, MURAOKA, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
HOU, WAM |
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HB1759 HD1
Minority Caucus Package; Organized Retail Theft; Task Force
RELATING TO THEFT.
Creates the offense of organized retail theft. Provides penalties for organized retail theft which are increased based on value of property and leadership roles. Creates an organized retail theft task force. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Amato, Takayama voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Perruso voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
GEDEON, ALCOS, GARCIA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
ECD, JHA |
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HB1763
Minority Caucus Package; Criminal Offenses; Bribery; Official Misconduct
RELATING TO PENALTIES.
Establishes heightened penalties for the offense of bribery under certain circumstances. Increases the penalty for official misconduct from a class C to a class A felony. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 1 |
PIERICK, ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB1764 HD1
Music Accessibility Pilot Program; Hawaii State Public Library System; Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE MUSIC ACCESSIBILITY PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes the Music Accessibility Pilot Program within the Hawaii State Public Library System to expand access to public concerts and musical education throughout the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
KAPELA, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1765 HD1
Spearfishing; Safety Warning; Requirements
RELATING TO SPEARFISHING SAFETY.
Establishes safety-warning requirements regarding spearfishing. Requires safety warning to be displayed beginning 7/1/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HHS, CPN. |
KAPELA, AMATO, KAHALOA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, CPN |
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HB1768 HD1 SD2
State and County Law Enforcement; Immigration Enforcement Actions; Prohibition
RELATING TO IMMIGRATION.
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. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2) |
(S)
4/29/2026- Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 876). |
KAPELA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
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HB1769 HD2 SD1
Corrections; Private, Out-of-state Prisons; Return to In-state Correctional Facilities; Reports
RELATING TO CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES.
Requires the Director of Corrections and Rehabilitation to incrementally return committed felons incarcerated in private, out-of-state correctional institutions to in-state correctional facilities. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 760). |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
PSM, WAM |
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HB1774 HD2 SD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
SB2440 |
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HB1776 HD2 SD1
OCP; Notice of Tenant Rights; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Beginning 7/1/2027, requires the Office of Consumer Protection to publish an accessible, multilingual notice of tenant rights online. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/8/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
SB2347 |
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HB1777 HD2 SD1
HHFDC; Tenant Protection Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Tenant Protection Working Group within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to address certain tenant protection issues in the State. Requires the Tenant Protection Working Group to report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
HOU/HHS, WAM |
SB2957 |
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HB1778 HD1
School Facilities Authority; School Modernization Initiative; Capital Improvement Project Planning Database; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MODERNIZATION.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a school modernization initiative through a capital improvement project planning database for school facilities statewide. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, WOODSON |
EDN, FIN |
SB2550 |
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HB1779 HD1
DOE Schools; Public Charter Schools; School Meals; Free
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Expands free school meal coverage, beginning with the 2029-2030 school year, to all public school students, including public charter school students, regardless of whether the student participates in a federal school meals program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
SB3058 |
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HB1780 HD1 SD1
DOE; Student Transportation; School Bus Program; Fares; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a student bus fare rate system that includes free school bus passes for students who meet certain statutory requirements. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
SB2395 |
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HB1781 HD1
Department of Education; Mathematics; Numeracy; Numeracy Coaching Program; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a Numeracy Coaching Program to provide numeracy coaches in certain Department of Education elementary schools, middle schools, and intermediate schools to support teachers, improve instruction, and ensure that students develop a strong foundation in mathematics. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GARCIA, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
SB2337 |
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HB1782 HD3 SD2
Attorney General; Office of Consumer Protection; Artificial Intelligence; AI Companion Systems; Conversational AI Services; Minors; Regulation; Oversight; Penalties
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR THE PROTECTION OF MINORS.
Establishes safeguards, protections, oversight, and penalties for interactions between minors and artificial intelligence companion systems or conversational artificial intelligence services. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 810). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
CPC, ECD, JHA |
SB2788 |
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HB1783 HD1
School Facilities Authority; Pilot Program; Public-private Partnership; Request for Proposals; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOL FACILITIES.
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. Amends the powers of the School Facilities Authority. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GARCIA, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, OLDS, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
EDN, FIN |
SB2024 |
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HB1785 HD1 SD1 CD1
DOE; Superintendent; Student Transportation; Penalty; School Bus Fare Revolving Fund
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Superintendent to hire a new contractor if a contractor under a student transportation contract fails to provide service on a contracted service capacity or designated service segment for five or more consecutive instructional days. Authorizes the Department of Education to assess a penalty if a contractor fails to provide service on a designated service segment without an approved justification. Authorizes the use of the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund to offset costs associated with procuring replacement services. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB2549 |
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HB1790 HD2
UH; SSRI; Hawaii Center for Policing and Criminal Justice Research; Hawaii Crime Lab; AG; Law Enforcement Stops; Uses of Force; Complaints; Appropriation
RELATING TO POLICING.
Establishes the Hawaii Center for Policing and Criminal Justice Research within the Social Science Research Institute, College of Social Sciences, University of Hawaii at Manoa to house the Hawaii Crime Lab. Requires law enforcement agencies and law enforcement oversight agencies to collect and report certain data regarding law enforcement stops, uses of force, and complaints to the Hawaii Crime Lab. 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, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and any community advisory boards. Appropriates funds for the establishment and operation of the Hawaii Center for Policing and Criminal Justice Research within the Social Science Research Institute, College of Social Sciences, University of Hawaii at Manoa to support implementation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
EDU/PSM, WAM/JDC |
SB2729 |
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HB1792
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB1793
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB1794
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB1795
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB1796
Housing; Short Form
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Short form bill relating to housing. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to HSG, referral sheet 1 |
EVSLIN |
HSG |
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HB1798 HD1
Offenses Against Property Rights; Criminal Property Damage of Critical Infrastructure Facilities; Felony
RELATING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES.
Establishes the class C felony offense of criminal property damage to critical infrastructure facilities. Expands the term "critical infrastructure" to include broadband, wireless, and cable networks. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- 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, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
ILAGAN, GEDEON, HUSSEY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
ECD, JHA |
SB2377 |
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HB1799 HD2
Counties; Experimental and Demonstration Housing Projects; Commercial Projects
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Expands on a county's experimental and demonstration housing project authority to include the development of commercial projects. Sunsets on an unspecified date. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on HOU deferred the measure. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, EVSLIN, GEDEON, HUSSEY, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
EIG/HOU, WAM |
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HB1800 HD1 SD1 CD1
State Budget; Executive Supplemental Budget ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Adjusts and requests appropriations for fiscal biennium 2025‑2027 funding requirements for operations and capital improvement projects of Executive Branch agencies and programs. (CD1) |
(H)
5/6/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB2500 |
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HB1801 HD1 SD1 CD1
DHS; Child Welfare Services; Domestic Violence; Training; Consultation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Appropriates funds for the Department of Human Services to contract with one or more organizations specializing in domestic violence to provide training and consultation virtually or in-person to staff in Child Welfare Services Branch offices statewide. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MARTEN, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, Iwamoto |
HHS, WAM |
SB2898 |
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HB1802 HD1 SD1 CD1
DLNR; BLNR; Conservation Banks
RELATING TO CONSERVATION MITIGATION BANKS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources and certain public or private entities to seek the approval of the Board of Land and Natural Resources to operate conservation banks 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, Ecosystem 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 conservation bank instruments conduct subsequent reviews and oversight. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
WLA, WAM |
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HB1803 HD1
BOE; DOE; Charter Schools; Heat Exposure; Physical Activities; Policy; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT HEAT EXPOSURE.
Requires the Board of Education to adopt a heat acclimatization and practice policy based on the Hawaii Athletic Trainers Association's Hawaii High School Athletic Association Heat Acclimatization and Practice Policy of 2017 for students in grades kindergarten to twelve in Department of Education schools and public charter schools statewide for certain physical activities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, HUSSEY, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB2583 |
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HB1804 HD1 SD2 CD1
EOA; UH; Long-Term Care Financing; Long-Term Care Services and Supports; Home- and Community-Based Care; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE FINANCING.
Requires the Executive Office on Aging to develop the framework and scope of work for a proposed study that examines the feasibility, impacts, and costs of different public and private financing options for long-term care services and supports and submit a report to the Legislature. Authorizes the Executive Office on Aging to contract with the University of Hawaii. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MARTEN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB2554 |
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HB1805 HD1
Office of the Child Advocate; Establishment; Department of the Attorney General; Child Welfare; Juvenile Justice; Oversight; Investigation; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
Establishes an independent Office of the Child Advocate within the Department of the Attorney General to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by various state agencies and entities, receive and investigate complaints, and make recommendations for improvement. Requires annual reports to the Governor, Legislature, and public. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HHS/JDC, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, CHUN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HHS/JDC, WAM |
SB2264 |
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HB1808
CIP; Thirty-third Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-THIRD REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-third representative district. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 1 |
KONG |
FIN |
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HB1810 HD2 SD2 CD1
Charitable Solicitation; Professional Solicitors; Non-Perishable Tangible Property; Donations; Payment; Financial Reports; Disclosures; Signage
RELATING TO CHARITABLE SOLICITATION.
Beginning 1/1/2027, 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 non-perishable tangible property or comply with prompt payment, financial reporting, and contract term requirements. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
CPN, JDC |
SB2436 |
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HB1811 HD1
Department of Education; Charter Schools; Educator Student Loan Repayment Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATOR STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT.
Establishes the Educator Student Loan Repayment Program to provide for the repayment of qualified student loans for certain educators in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
SB2833 |
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HB1812 HD1
Affordable Housing; HHFDC; Pilot Program; Missing Middle Housing; Exemptions; Permit Reviews; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes a 5-year Hawaii Builds Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation and designates projects that meet specific requirements as Hawaii Builds Pilot Projects. Authorizes the Corporation to deploy moneys from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for predevelopment activities or as active construction equity. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, GEDEON, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, REYES ODA, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HSG, FIN |
SB2544 |
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HB1813 HD1
Taxation; GET; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Vessel Use; Securities Exchange Fees, Dues, and Amounts Received
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends and repeals certain exemptions under the general excise tax and use tax laws. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAM. |
YAMASHITA |
WAM |
SB2920 |
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HB1815 HD1 SD1 CD1
SFCA; Performing Arts Grants Program; Grants; King Kamehameha Celebration Commission; DAGS; DBEDT; Comptroller; Works of Art Special Fund; Transfer; Positions
RELATING TO THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
Part I: Explicitly applies existing grant standards to Performing Arts Grants Program grants under the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Part II: Transfers the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission from the Department of Accounting and General Services to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Transfers certain authority and responsibilities held by the Comptroller regarding the Works of Art Special Fund to the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAPELA |
WLA, WAM |
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HB1817 HD1
BLNR; Fishing; Striped Mullet; ʻAmaʻama; Bag Limit
RELATING TO PROTECTING HAWAII'S FISHERIES.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules no later than June 30, 2030, establishing a statewide daily bag limit for ʻamaʻama during the open season; provided that the rules shall apply only to areas without management plans as of the effective date of the rules. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
KITAGAWA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, Iwamoto |
WAL, JHA |
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HB1818
Public Safety; Short Form
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Short form bill relating to public safety. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 1 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB1819
Corrections; Short Form
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Short form bill relating to corrections. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 1 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB1820
Military Affairs; Short Form
RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS.
Short form bill relating to military affairs. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 1 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB1821
Veterans; Short Form
RELATING TO VETERANS.
Short form bill relating to veterans. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 1 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB1822
Emergencies; Short Form
RELATING TO EMERGENCIES.
Short form bill relating to emergencies. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to PBS, referral sheet 1 |
BELATTI |
PBS |
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HB1823 HD2 SD2 CD2
Coastal Zone Management Act; Special Management Area; Permits; Requirements; Development; Excluded Activities; Public Infrastructure and Improvement Projects; Exemption; Certain Counties
RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.
Applies a definition of "development" to special management areas within counties with a population between one hundred fifty thousand and two hundred thousand to exempt from special management area use permit requirements all activities that are not included within the definition, including certain federal-, state-, or county-funded, authorized, or implemented infrastructure and improvement projects that are exempt from an environmental assessment or for which a finding of no significant impact has been issued. Sunsets 6/30/2030. (CD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
HASHEM |
WLA, JDC |
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HB1824 HD1 SD1 CD1
Condominium Associations; Reserve Study; Waiver; Small Associations
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Allows small condominium associations with a building or buildings of no more than two stories to waive the requirement for the reserve study to be reviewed by an independent reserve study preparer if a majority of unit owners at a meeting approve the waiver and certain other requirements are met, but prohibits associations from waiving this requirement for consecutive three-year periods. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
GARRETT |
CPN |
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HB1825 HD2
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on CPC as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Perruso voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
GARRETT (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, LAB, CPC |
SB2616 |
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HB1831 HD1
DAB; Non-Agricultural Park Lands; Compliance; Survey; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Authorizes and provides funding for the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, in coordination with relevant state agencies, to identify and, if legally permissible, resolve survey deficiencies and wastewater compliance issues on non-agricultural park lands. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to AEN/HHS, WAM. |
CHUN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
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HB1832 HD2 SD1
DAB; Animal Industry Division; Aquaculture; Biosecurity; Biocontainment Standards; Biological Aquatic Risk-Based Framework; Interagency Coordination; Permitting; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE.
Requires the establishment of a biological aquatic risk-based framework for assessment and approval of aquatic livestock importation and movement. Authorizes the Division of Animal Industry of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt rules implementing species risk categorization, tiered biocontainment standards, per-arrival disease testing, and interagency coordination procedures. Establishes an interagency working group. Requires development of species-specific risk matrices, interagency working group coordination with automatic permit approval timelines, and performance accountability. Establishes an implementation timeline. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KONG, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
AEN, WAM |
SB3321 |
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HB1834
Common Interest Communities; Planned Community Associations; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Condominium Associations; Proxy Forms; Explanations
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Requires common interest community proxy forms to include certain language related to the selection options for proxies. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
QUINLAN |
CPC |
SB2298 |
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HB1835
Homeowners' Associations; Condominium Associations; Definitions
RELATING TO HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS.
Expands the definition of condominium association to include associations organized under chapter 421J, HRS. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 1 |
QUINLAN |
CPC |
SB2296 |
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HB1838 HD2 SD1 CD1
AG; U or T Visa Certification; Uniform Statewide Requirements; Certifying Entities; Certifying Officials; Policies and Processes; Training ($)
RELATING TO VISAS.
Establishes uniform statewide requirements for policies and processes for the issuance of U or T visa certifications for noncitizen victims of crime that are consistent with federal laws and regulations governing U and T visas. Requires each state and county certifying entity to adopt a policy and process for the issuance of U or T visa certifications, consistent with those statewide requirements. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, BELATTI, GEDEON, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, Reyes Oda |
JDC, WAM |
SB2873 |
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HB1839 HD2 SD2 CD1
Immigration; Law Enforcement Agencies; Access to Detained Individuals; Civil Immigration Interviews; Due Process; Public Records
RELATING TO IMMIGRATION.
Requires state and county law enforcement agencies to notify an individual in the custody of a state or county law enforcement agency of their rights before any interview with federal immigration authorities pertaining to certain matters regarding civil immigration violations can commence. Designates all records relating to federal immigration authorities' access to detained individuals provided by a state or local law enforcement agency as public records. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
ECD, JHA, FIN |
SB2874 |
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HB1840 HD2 SD1
DOE; HTSB; Charter Schools; Visiting International Educator Permit; Emergency Hires; Rules; Support
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. 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 HTSB to extend the five-year period in the case of a declared state of emergency. Requires the Department of Education to provide support to assist emergency hires in meeting the requirements of licensure and require the training be mandatory for emergency hires in their fourth and fifth years. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 599). |
ILAGAN, AMATO, BELATTI, GEDEON, HUSSEY, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
EDU, WAM |
SB2551, SB2875 |
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HB1842 HD2 SD1
DLNR; DAGS; HHFDC; Real Property; Public Lands; Transfer; City and County of Honolulu
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Amends Act 289, SLH 2025, to replace the Senior Residence at Iwilei parcel with the Westridge parcel, repeal the designation of affected parcels as public lands, change the transfer date for the Alii Tower parcel to 12/31/2026, change the deadline for approval by the City and County of Honolulu to 12/31/2027, change the repeal date to 1/1/2028, and repeal reenactment language. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 10:45AM in conference room 224. |
TAKAYAMA |
WLA, WAM |
SB3008 |
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HB1844 HD2
LUC; Counties; County Plans; State Land Use Urban District Boundaries; Reclassification
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Except for Important Agricultural Lands, 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, subject to certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on EIG deferred the measure. |
HASHEM, IWAMOTO |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
SB2185, SB2218 |
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HB1845 HD2
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. Clarifies that a majority of all members to which the Land Use Commission is entitled shall be necessary to constitute a quorum. Clarifies that a two-thirds vote shall be necessary for actions taken by the Land Use Commission regarding Important Agricultural Lands. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WLA, JDC. |
HASHEM, KAHALOA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
WLA, JDC |
SB2217 |
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HB1849 HD1
DCCA; Professional or Vocational Licensing; Citizenship; Individual Tax Identification Numbers
RELATING TO LICENSING.
Removes the barrier that requires applicants for professional or vocational licensing to be United States citizens, United States nationals, or persons with work visas. Allows an applicant to provide the applicant's individual tax identification number with a sworn affidavit in lieu of social security numbers when the applicant does not have a social security number. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
CPC, JHA |
SB2771 |
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HB1850 HD2
Capital Gains Tax; Corporations
RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS TAX.
Taxes capital gains tax for individuals, estates, and trusts as ordinary income, except for capital gains that are eligible for a county homeowner's exemption. Repeals the alternative capital gains tax for corporations. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, TAKAYAMA |
WAM |
SB2587 |
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HB1851 HD3
Taxation; Apprenticeship Program Income Tax Credit; Qualified Apprenticeship Program; Qualified Costs
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an apprenticeship program income tax credit for certain qualified costs incurred by a taxpayer for a qualified apprenticeship program. Sunsets 12/31/2036. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
WAM |
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HB1853 HD1 SD1 CD1
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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB2269 |
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HB1854 HD1 SD2 CD1
Department of Health; Community Behavioral Health Clinics Certifying Office; Oversight Board; Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICS.
Establishes the Community Behavioral Health Clinics Certifying Office to certify and decertify community behavioral health clinics and provide technical assistance for clinics seeking certification. Establishes the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics Oversight Board. Amends the composition of the Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances to include a member from the Community Behavioral Health Clinics Certifying Office. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
SB3274 |
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HB1858 HD2 SD1
Vital Statistics; Fetal Death; Certificate of Fetal Death; Registration; Filing and Preparation; Permits
RELATING TO VITAL STATISTICS.
Amends the various requirements in the event of a fetal death, including registration of certain fetal deaths, filing and preparation of a certificate of fetal death, and issuance of a permit for removal, burial, or other disposition. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HHS, JDC |
SB2856 |
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HB1859 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM. |
LEE, M., SAYAMA |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
SB2588 |
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HB1860 HD2 SD1
State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Designation; Funding; Reports
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. (SD1) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
QUINLAN |
WLA, WAM |
SB2603 |
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HB1861 HD1
County Powers; Civil Fines; Lien; Non-judicial Foreclosure
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Authorizes counties to sell property through non-judicial foreclosure as a way to collect unpaid civil fines, subject to certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Amato, Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Gedeon, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (4) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
QUINLAN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS |
WAL, JHA |
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HB1862
Massage Therapy; Licensure; Exemptions
RELATING TO MASSAGE THERAPY.
Exempts individuals and establishments that offer only foot, hand, and outer ear manipulation from massage therapy licensure requirements and related advertising restrictions. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 2 |
QUINLAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, TAKAYAMA |
CPC |
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HB1863 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Honorary Ambassador to Canada; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AN HONORARY AMBASSADOR TO CANADA.
Establishes an Honorary Ambassador to Canada position within the Business Development and Support Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
QUINLAN, AMATO |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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HB1864 HD2 SD2 CD1
Insurance; Mandatory Coverage; Standard Fertility Preservation Services; Iatrogenic Infertility; Medically Necessary Treatment
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
For policies, contracts, plans, and agreements issued or renewed after 12/31/2026, requires insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for standard fertility preservation services for persons undergoing medically necessary treatment that may cause iatrogenic infertility. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
QUINLAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN |
HHS, CPN |
SB2899 |
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HB1867
Self-Defense; Deadly Force; Duty to Retreat; Safe at Home Law
RELATING TO SAFETY AT HOME.
Clarifies that a person who uses deadly force in self-defense does not have a duty to retreat if they are in their dwelling or on their property, unless they are the initial aggressor. Repeals statutory language that permits a person to use deadly force at their place of work. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 2 |
QUINLAN, ILAGAN, KILA, OLDS |
JHA |
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HB1868 HD1
HHFDC; Qualified Allocation Plan; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes a working group to revise the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's Qualified Allocation Plan and propose revisions to the prioritization of the Rental Housing Revolving Fund and the terms of loans made from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/2/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
QUINLAN |
HSG, FIN |
SB2342 |
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HB1870 HD2 SD1 CD1
AG; Immigration; Protected Community Locations; Written Policies; Model Policies ($)
RELATING TO PROTECTED COMMUNITY LOCATIONS.
By 1/1/2027, requires all state and county agencies that operate protected community locations to adopt and post written policies that identify nonpublic areas, establish procedures for warrant verification and staff response, prohibit the collection of certain immigration-status data, and require annual staff training and certain multilingual notices. Requires the Attorney General to publish model policies. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TEMPLO, Morikawa |
PSM/GVO, WAM/JDC |
SB3237 |
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HB1871 HD1 SD1
DOH; Maternal Health Monitoring Pilot Program; Remote Patient Monitoring; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Establishes the Maternal Health Monitoring Pilot Program within the Department of Health to offer eligible participants improved maternal health care through remote patient monitoring for maternal hypertension and maternal diabetes. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, BELATTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KAPELA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1872 HD1 SD1
UH; Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program; Child Care; Early Learning Opportunities; Reports; Appropriation ($)
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. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GARRETT, AMATO, KILA, MURAOKA, OLDS, SAYAMA, SOUZA |
EDU, WAM |
SB2666 |
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HB1873 HD2 SD1
UH; Board of Regents; Strategic Planning Retreats; Open Meetings; Exemption; Candidate Advisory Council; Nominations; Reporting
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Exempts one six-hour strategic planning retreat of the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii per year from open meeting requirements if certain conditions are met. Requires members of the Board of Regents to complete a governance training and attend the training at least once every two years thereafter. Requires the Candidate Advisory Council to ensure that all candidates presented to the Governor for nomination have certain subject matter experience and are not registered lobbyists who have lobbied on matters pertaining to the University of Hawaii. Exempts the financial disclosures of the Board of Regents as mandated by the State Ethics Code from being made public. Requires the Board of Regents, in collaboration with the Candidate Advisory Council, to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
GARRETT, AMATO, KILA, MURAOKA, OLDS, SOUZA |
EDU, WAM/JDC |
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HB1875 HD2 SD2
Gender-Affirming Health Care Services; Reproductive Health Care Services; Protections; Abusive Litigation; Medical Malpractice Insurance; Health Carriers; Protected Health Information; Covered Entities
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Expands the protections established under Act 2, SLH 2023, to include gender-affirming health care services, including clarifying permitted disclosures of protected health information to address changes in federal regulations. Establishes protections against abusive litigation. Prohibits medical malpractice insurers and health carriers from taking certain adverse actions against health care providers solely on the basis that the health care provider provides lawful reproductive health care services or gender-affirming health care services. (SD2) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAM, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, PERRUSO |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
SB2868 |
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HB1876 HD1
Conversion Therapy; Sexual Orientation; Gender Identity; Talk Therapy; Age
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Amends the existing prohibition on conversion therapy by prohibiting the practice on persons under the age of twenty-five and the advertisement of such practice. Explicitly provides that talk therapy in the form of pure speech is exempt from the prohibition on conversion therapy. Takes effect upon the certification by the Attorney General that the Supreme Court of the United States has overturned the holding in Chiles v. Salazar, 116 F.4th 1178 (10th Cir. 2024). Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TAM, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, LA CHICA, MARTEN, PERRUSO |
CPC, JHA |
SB2869 |
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HB1877 HD1
Hawaii State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Plus Commission; Membership
RELATING TO THE HAWAII STATE LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, PLUS COMMISSION.
Expands the membership of the Hawaii State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Plus Commission from eight voting members to eleven by adding one seat for a person under the age of twenty-nine and one seat each for the appointees of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and Senate President, respectively. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
TAM, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, PERRUSO, SAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
SB2870 |
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HB1878 HD2 SD1
Anti-discrimination; Prohibitions; Certain Characteristics; Intersectionality
RELATING TO DISCRIMINATION.
Prohibits discrimination based on: (1) The perception that a person possesses certain characteristics; (2) The perception that a person is associated with a person who possesses, or is perceived to possess, certain characteristics; or (3) The intersection or combination of two or more specified characteristics in relation to a person. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
PERRUSO, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, KAPELA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, TAM |
JDC |
SB2871 |
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HB1879 HD2
DOT; Subsidized Youth Transit Program; Keiki Ride Free; Public Transit; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSIT.
Establishes within the Department of Transportation a subsidized youth transit program for youth who are residents of the State, to be coordinated with the counties. Authorizes the Department to adopt rules, expand eligibility, and consult with the Department of Education on best practices, under certain conditions. Establishes the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Requires biannual evaluations of the new program and Special Fund. Allocates funds from the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax to the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Appropriates funds into and out of the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
QUINLAN |
TRN, HSH, FIN |
SB2699 |
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HB1880 HD3
Pesticides; Telone; 1,3-Dichloropropene; Prohibited Use or Application
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Beginning 1/1/2030, prohibits the use or application of a pesticide containing 1,3-dichloropropene as an active ingredient, such as Telone. Effective 7/1/3001. (HD3) |
(S)
3/25/2026- The recommendation was not adopted. |
QUINLAN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
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HB1881 HD1 SD2 CD1
Land Use; Passenger or Cargo Ropeways; Prohibition; Exemption
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Prohibits passenger or cargo ropeways in all land use districts, with an exemption for government entities subject to legislative approval. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
QUINLAN, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
WLA, JDC |
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HB1882 HD1
Inspection; Motorcycles; Passenger Cars; Exemption
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Exempts motorcycles and passenger cars from safety inspections. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
QUINLAN, KILA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA |
TRN, JHA |
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HB1884 HD1
DOT; Pedestrian Safety; Leading Pedestrian Interval; Accessible Pedestrian Signal; Evaluation; Request Program ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate intersections for the installation of leading pedestrian intervals, accessible pedestrian signals, and other safety improvements, as necessary, at state-owned or operated pedestrian signal heads. 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD, WOODSON |
TRN, FIN |
SB2470 |
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HB1886 HD2 SD2
Law Enforcement; State and County Law Enforcement; Federal Law Enforcement; State and Federal Collaboration; Visible Identification; Facial Coverings; Criminal Offenses
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS.
Establishes provisions limiting state and federal collaboration for purposes of immigration enforcement operations. Establishes identification and facial coverings standards for state and federal law enforcement officers. Establishes criminal offenses for improper facial coverings and lack of visible identification and unauthorized civil immigration arrest or detention. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
TARNAS, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAM |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
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HB1888 HD3 SD2 CD1
DOE; AG; Public Charter Schools; Educational Workers; Sports Officials; Protection and Workplace Safety; Penal Code; Harassment
RELATING TO THE SAFETY OF EDUCATIONAL WORKERS.
Part I: Requires the Department of Education and state public charter schools to take certain steps to better address the harassment of educational workers, including sports officials. Authorizes the Attorney General to assist educational workers, including sports officials at department of education or public charter school sporting events, who have been subject to harassment or intentional bodily injury in obtaining a temporary restraining order. Part II: Includes the intentional, knowing or reckless disruption or interference with a school function, school administration, or school board under the offense of harassment. Makes harassment to an educational worker, including sports officials, engaged in the performance of their duty a misdemeanor. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDN, LAB, JHA, FIN |
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HB1889 HD1
DOE; School Psychologists; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Creates a School Psychologists Working Group within the Department of Education to recommend actionable steps or propose legislation for an immediate pathway to licensure for school psychologists that can be acted upon in 2027. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GEDEON, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1890 HD3 SD2 CD1
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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
LBT/EDU, WAM |
SB2391 |
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HB1891 HD1 SD1 CD1
DOE; Dyslexia Screening; Universal Screening; Evidence-Based Interventions; Teacher Professional Development ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to implement dyslexia sensitive linguistically appropriate universal screenings and evidence-based interventions, offer professional development on structured literacy and evidenced-based interventions, and support pre-teacher programs in training candidates in structured literacy instruction. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, GARCIA, GEDEON, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1892 HD3
Board of Education; Public School Teacher Representative
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Requires the exclusive representative for bargaining unit (5) to appoint to the Board of Education a nonvoting public school teacher representative. Authorizes the nonvoting public school teacher representative to participate in all Board of Education meetings and enter into executive sessions, except in certain matters related to collective bargaining negotiations or personnel matters that may pose a conflict of interest. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU/LBT, WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
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HB1893 HD2 SD1
Department of Education; Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program; Public Charter School Teachers
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Clarifies that public charter school teachers are eligible for incentives under the Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1894 HD1 SD1 CD1
DOE; Braille Instruction; Braille Instructional Materials; Section 504 Plans; Individualized Education Programs; Braille Literacy Support Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to include the instruction of braille and provision of braille instructional materials under certain circumstances; provide braille literacy support services; cooperate with the Department of Human Services when requested to submit information necessary to maintain a register of the blind in the State; provide comprehensive information about braille literacy services, assistive technology devices, and assistive technology services, including educational programming options; and participate in the development of section 504 plans and individualized education programs. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
WOODSON, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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HB1896 HD1 SD1
DOE; Community Schools; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to support community schools. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1897 HD1 SD1
Condominiums; Alternative Dispute Resolution; Facilitative Mediation; Evaluative Mediation; Binding Arbitration
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
Amends the conditions and procedures of alternative dispute resolution methods for condominium-related disputes, including the use of facilitative mediation, evaluative mediation, or binding arbitration. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
4/28/2026- Bill scheduled for Conference Committee Meeting on Wednesday, 04-29-26 3:30PM in conference room 224. |
MATAYOSHI, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
CPN, JDC |
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HB1898 HD2 SD1
DOH; Insurance; Preventive Services Coverage; Recommendations; Standing Orders; Child Health Supervision Services; Immunization; Prevailing Medical Standards; Pharmacists; EUTF
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Specifies that no person is subject to liability for providing clinical preventive services in accordance with Department of Health recommendations. Requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, and plans established by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust to provide coverage for clinical preventive services. Authorizes the Department of Health to make recommendations relating to clinical preventive services and issue standing orders for medications and immunizations. Clarifies that, for coverage for child health supervision services, the prevailing medical standards include recommendations by the Department of Health. Specifies that coverage for clinical preventive services shall not be denied on the basis of medical necessity or subject to prior authorization. Specifies that a registered pharmacist may order a vaccine in accordance with the recommendations from the Department of Health. Exempts this measure from an Auditor impact assessment report. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:38PM in Conference Room 329. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
SB3057 |
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HB1900 HD1
Statute of Repose; Building Code; Contractor Repair Act; Inspection; Repair; Rejection of Claims; Limitations on Recovery
RELATING TO REMEDIES.
Prohibits actions based on a building code violation unless the violation was a material violation of the building code. Specifies that claimants must comply with the Contractor Repair Act and bars persons from joining a class action for failure to comply with the Contractor Repair Act. Repeals the requirement that inspections and testing be completed within nine months. Deletes duplicative language for when persons may accept a settlement offer. Limits the amount a claimant can recover if the claimant rejects a contractor's reasonable proposal for inspection or a reasonable offer to remedy. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Amato voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt excused (1). |
MATAYOSHI, TARNAS |
CPC, JHA |
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HB1901
Liquor Licenses; Class 10
RELATING TO LIQUOR LICENSES.
Authorizes liquor sold through a Class 10 license to be consumed on or off premises, under certain conditions. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 2 |
TODD |
CPC |
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HB1902
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Competitive Sealed Proposals; 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, to a non-selected offeror until after any protest is resolved and the contract is executed. |
(H)
1/26/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 2 |
TODD |
FIN |
SB2927 |
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HB1904 HD1
DBEDT; Orbital Sustainability; Space Traffic Management; Debris Mitigation; Space Operations; Aerospace Activities; Board; Report; Reports; Appropriation
RELATING TO SPACE OPERATIONS.
Establishes within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism the Hawaii Orbital Sustainability and Space Traffic Board and orbital tracking and traffic management system. Establishes registration and compliance standards for aerospace activities in state airspace. Authorizes the awarding of research, education, and workforce development grants. Requires compliance with the Hawaii Environmental Policy Act and historic preservation requirements, and Native Hawaiian cultural consultation. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
SOUZA, BELATTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO |
ECD, FIN |
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HB1911
Offenses Against Public Administration; Bribery; Gratuities
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Adds to the offense of bribery the offering or accepting of any pecuniary benefit because of any action previously taken by a public servant in the person's official capacity. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
SOUZA, BELATTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO |
JHA |
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HB1912
Hawaii Penal Code; Official Misconduct; Time Limitations; Discovery
RELATING TO TIME LIMITATIONS ON CRIMINAL PROSECUTIONS.
Provides that for any offense based on misconduct by a public servant, the appliable period of limitations for a criminal prosecution shall not commence until discovery of the offense by law enforcement. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
SOUZA, BELATTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO |
JHA |
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HB1913 HD1
Office of Veterans' Services; Mental Health Coordinator; Statewide Mental Health Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VETERAN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
Establishes within the Office of Veterans' Services a mental health coordinator position at Tripler Army Medical Center. Provides that the mental health coordinator is appointed by and reports directly to the Director of the Office of Veterans' Services. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
SOUZA, AMATO, BELATTI, MIYAKE, OLDS |
PBS, HLT, FIN |
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HB1914
Penal Code; Burglary; Theft; Penalties; Sentencing; Smash and Grab
RELATING TO PENALTIES.
Establishes enhanced terms of imprisonment for burglary and theft offenses, which shall apply when the value of the property exceeds certain dollar amounts. Increase penalties for habitual property crime offenders. Establishes the selling of stolen property as a theft offense. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
SOUZA, BELATTI, OLDS |
JHA |
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HB1915 HD1
Traffic Code; Destructive or Injurious Materials; Roads; Highways; Penalties
RELATING TO INJURIOUS MATERIALS.
Prohibits placing, dropping, or leaving destructive or injurious materials on highways, lanes, roads, streets, and alleys. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/24/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SOUZA, BELATTI, TARNAS |
TRN, JHA |
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HB1918 HD1 SD1
Conveyance Tax; Controlling Interest Transfer
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Imposes conveyance tax on the transfer of a controlling interest of an entity with an interest in real property. Stipulates that the imposition of the conveyance tax on transfers of entity ownership shall not apply to any transfer of interest or acquisition between entities wholly owned by the same common ownership that results in no change in the beneficial ownership. Imposes the conveyance tax on certain transfers of real property at the lowest tax rate. Imposes liability on the transferee in the event that the transferor of the controlling interest does not pay the tax due. Effective 1/1/3028. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TARNAS |
WLA, WAM |
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HB1919 HD3
Counties; Minimum Parking Mandates; Prohibitions
RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.
Beginning 7/1/2027, prohibits counties from imposing minimum parking mandates for certain developments and limits the minimum parking requirements that may be imposed for other developments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Failed to pass Third Reading with Representative(s) Amato, Grandinetti, Iwamoto, Perruso voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Belatti, Chun, Cochran, Garrett, Gedeon, Hartsfield, Hashem, Ilagan, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Kitagawa, Kong, Lee, M., Marten, Matayoshi, Muraoka, Olds, Poepoe, Reyes Oda, Sayama, Souza, Takayama, Takenouchi, Tam, Templo, Yamashita voting no (25) and none excused (0). |
EVSLIN, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, SOUZA, TARNAS, Alcos |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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HB1920 HD1 SD2 CD1
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Extension; Partners; Limited Liability Companies; Allocation
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Clarifies that, for tax credits issued after 7/1/2026, 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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
HOU, WAM |
SB2675 |
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HB1921 HD2
DOH; Existing Cesspools; Additional Bedrooms; Priority Level 3 Area
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
Allows an existing cesspool that lawfully serves a single dwelling or dwelling unit in a priority level 3 area to continue serving that dwelling or dwelling unit and additional bedrooms constructed on the same parcel and within the existing dwelling or dwelling unit, subject to certain conditions. Authorizes the Department of Health to adopt rules and restrict additional bedrooms where evidence demonstrates that continued cesspool use impacts water quality or human health. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/23/2026- The committee(s) on AEN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in AEN were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Gabbard, Richards, DeCoite, Rhoads; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Awa. |
EVSLIN, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, SOUZA, TARNAS, Alcos |
AEN/HHS, JDC |
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HB1925 HD1
Education; Climate Change; Climate Literacy Certificate Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a climate literacy certificate program to provide students with an advanced understanding of climate change through academic coursework and hands-on learning. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, KAPELA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
SB2473 |
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HB1926 HD1 SD1
Red Hill Remediation Special Fund; Remediation; Monitoring and Testing; Groundwater Modeling and Sampling; Water Data Testing and Verification; Appropriation ($)
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 11/20/2121. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ICHIYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA, Reyes Oda |
WLA/PSM, WAM |
SB2475 |
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HB1929 HD1 SD2
DAB; Molokai; Biosecurity; Advisory Board; Quarantine Facility; Molokai Biosecurity Plan; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Establishes a Molokai Biosecurity Advisory Board. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, with the advice of the Advisory Board, to develop a Molokai Biosecurity Plan to prevent the spread of invasive species found elsewhere in the State to the island of Molokai. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/29/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-30-26 9:30AM; Conference Room 325. |
POEPOE, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1930
Credit Card Processing Fees; Convenience Fees; Consumer Protection; Merchants; Limitations
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits merchants from imposing credit card processing fees or convenience fees, under certain conditions. Ensures that payment processing costs are reasonable and transparent. Prohibits merchants from imposing surcharges on debit card transactions. Effective 1/1/2027. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 3 |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, WOODSON |
CPC |
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HB1931 HD2 SD1
DAB; Advisory Committee on Plants and Animals; State Noxious Weed List; Annual Review; State Noxious Weed Coordinator
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a State Noxious Weed Coordinator position and updates the process for designating and managing noxious weeds. Allows public proposals to add, amend, or remove noxious weed designations. Requires notice and public reporting. Clarifies the authority of the Department and Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Authorizes updates to the noxious weed list to be adopted by order and classifies noxious weeds into three categories. Strengthens enforcement and penalties. Updates departmental duties for noxious weed control and eradication. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
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HB1934 HD1 SD1
State Librarian; HSPLS; Libraries; Imagination Library of Hawaii Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LIBRARIES.
Requires the State Librarian to establish an Imagination Library of Hawaii Program to provide one free book each month to children from birth through five years of age who reside in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1937 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. Sunsets 7/1/2030. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TAM, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
TRN, EDN, FIN |
SB2394 |
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HB1938
Fireworks; Minors; Prohibition
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Prohibits the use of fireworks in the presence of a minor under the age of sixteen unless the person has a valid permit and complies with safety requirements. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
TAM, ILAGAN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, WOODSON, Amato |
JHA |
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HB1939 HD2 SD1
DBEDT; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Local Workforce Incentive; Qualified Production Incentives; Third-Party Certification; Per Production Cap; Waiver; Hawaii Film Office; Reports
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit (film tax credit) by providing additional credits to qualified productions that have a workforce of at least eighty per cent local hires in the first taxable year or second consecutive taxable year and meet other specific requirements, then increasing the local workforce threshold to eighty-two per cent in the third or fourth consecutive taxable year and eighty-five per cent in the fifth consecutive taxable year, that the additional credit is claimed; requiring independent third-party certification of qualified production costs for all film productions claiming the film tax credit; authorizing DBEDT to waive the credit cap per qualified production for one qualified production each fiscal year; and requiring the Hawaii Film Office to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Sunsets 1/1/2033. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAM, AMATO, EVSLIN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1940
Condominium Associations; Documents; Availability; Fee
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS.
Requires a condominium association to make available on an internet site the association's general ledgers, project information form (RR-105C), and statement of accounts at no cost to a unit owner or the unit owner's authorized agent. Reduces the reasonable fee a condominium association may charge to provide copies of association documents from $1 per page to 75 cents per page. |
(H)
2/24/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
TAM, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
CPC |
SB2810 |
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HB1941 HD1
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Qualifications; Principal Photography; Post-production
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Amends the requirements for productions to qualify for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax to include completing at least fifteen per cent of the production's principal photography within the same taxable year the production is qualifying for the film tax credit and completing or committing to complete fifteen per cent of the production's post-production in the State within the same taxable year the production is qualifying for the film tax credit or later taxable years. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Repeals 1/1/2033. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on EDT deferred the measure. |
TAM, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., MARTEN, PERRUSO, TEMPLO |
EDT, WAM |
SB2582 |
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HB1943 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Out-of-State Offices; Purposes; Republic of Korea; Philippines; Establishment; Beijing; Taipei; Made in Hawaii Products; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Expands the purposes of the establishment and operation of out-of-state offices to include collaboration with tourism agencies and stakeholders to execute tourism strategies. Requires, and appropriates funds for, the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish out‑of-state offices in Seoul, Republic of Korea and Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Republic of the Philippines. Appropriates funds for the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism's Beijing and Taipei offices to promote "Made in Hawaii" branded products and increase the export of Hawaii products. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAM, AMATO, GEDEON, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TODD |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
SB2581 |
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HB1946 HD2 SD2
Time Shares; Registration; Renewal; Amendments; Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
RELATING TO REGISTRATION OF TIME SHARES.
Establishes that applications for registration renewals for time share developers, acquisition agents, plan managers, and exchange agents required by section 514E-10, HRS, shall be deemed approved thirty days after receipt of all required documents, unless the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs issues a deficiency letter within that period. Establishes 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, unless the Director issues a deficiency letter within that period. Effective 9/1/2026. (SD2) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 015, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1115). |
TAM, ILAGAN, TEMPLO |
EDT, CPN |
SB2359 |
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HB1948 HD2
Personal Care Products; Small Plastic Containers; Lodging Establishments; Prohibition; Fines
RELATING TO SINGLE-USE PLASTICS.
Prohibits lodging establishments from providing personal care products in small plastic containers within sleeping room accommodations, any space within sleeping room accommodations, or bathrooms used by the public or guests. Establishes civil penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDT/AEN, CPN/JDC. |
TAM, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
EDT/AEN, CPN/JDC |
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HB1949 HD1 SD1
HCCMAC; Green Fee Transparency and Accountability Program; Green Fee Resiliency Impact Dashboard; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE GREEN FEE.
Establishes the Green Fee Transparency and Accountability Program and Green Fee Resiliency Impact Dashboard, to be administered by the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/6/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO, TODD |
WLA/EDT/AEN, WAM |
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HB1950 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Transient Accommodations Tax; Dedicated Funding; State-led Marketing and Branding Special Fund; Annual Comprehensive Marketing, Branding, and Tourism Management Plan
RELATING TO THE TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS TAX.
Establishes the State-led Marketing and Branding Special Fund and requires that a portion of all transient accommodations tax revenues that would otherwise be deposited into the general fund be deposited into the special fund, to be used for state-led marketing, branding, and tourism management. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to develop and submit an annual comprehensive marketing, branding, and tourism management plan to the Legislature for approval. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAM, GEDEON, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, TEMPLO |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1951 HD2
UH College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Center on Biosecurity Research, Education, and Extension; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Requires the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience to establish a Center on Biosecurity Research, Education, and Extension to develop and implement innovative solutions for detecting, monitoring, eradicating, and managing invasive species. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHUN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO |
HED, AGR, FIN |
SB2707 |
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HB1952 HD1 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Agricultural Research and Extension Station Kauai; Capital Improvements; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvements for the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience's Agricultural Research and Extension Station on Kauai. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 599). |
CHUN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO |
EDU, WAM |
SB2708 |
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HB1953 HD1 SD1
DAB; Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a two-year Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN |
AEN, WAM |
SB3296 |
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HB1954
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. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, POEPOE, TARNAS |
JHA |
SB2304 |
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HB1955
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 $6,000. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA, EVSLIN, MORIKAWA |
FIN |
SB2308 |
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HB1956 HD1
Freshwater Waterways; Prohibition Against Residing; Personal Property
RELATING TO FRESHWATER WATERWAYS.
Prohibits residing in, on, or within fifty feet of a freshwater waterway. Authorizes law enforcement officers to enforce the prohibition. Specifies that violation is a civil violation, not a criminal offense. Establishes procedures for the removal, inventory, storage, and disposal of unattended personal property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Perruso voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
OLDS, AMATO, GARCIA, GEDEON, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
WAL, JHA |
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HB1957 HD1 SD1
Counties; Law Enforcement Officers; Private Entranceways; Obstruction
RELATING TO SAFE ENTRYWAYS.
Establishes, for a county with a population greater than three hundred thousand, enforcement procedures to prevent people or personal property from blocking or otherwise impeding ingress or egress to private doorways and entranceways. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/7/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
OLDS, GARCIA, GEDEON, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
PSM, JDC |
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HB1958 HD1
Counties; State; Law Enforcement Officers; Bus Stop Areas
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Establishes, for a county with a population greater than three hundred thousand, enforcement procedures to prevent domiciling or storing of personal property on public property within a bus stop area, if a person does not intend to use the public transportation services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
OLDS, GARCIA, GEDEON, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
TRN, JHA |
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HB1959 HD2 SD1 CD1
Judiciary; Domestic Violence; Abuse of Family or Household Member; Deferred Acceptance of Guilty Plea; Penalties; Reports
RELATING TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.
Extends for five years certain provisions from Act 19, SLH 2020, and Act 238, SLH 2021, relating to abuse of family or household members, including establishing a petty misdemeanor offense of abuse of family or household members, clarifying penalties for violations, and allowing a deferred acceptance of guilty plea for misdemeanor and petty misdemeanor abuse of family or household members offenses. Requires the Judiciary to submit reports to the Legislature. Effective 6/29/2026. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
ICHIYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
HHS, JDC |
SB2843 |
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HB1960 HD2 SD1 CD1
AG; DLE; Human Trafficking Awareness; Transient Accommodations Sector; Training; Signage; Reporting; Penalties; Rules
RELATING TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING.
Requires the Department of the Attorney General to develop a Human Trafficking Awareness Training Program, or approve externally developed programs, to educate and train workers in the transient accommodations sector. Requires transient accommodations employers or transient accommodations third-party contractors to periodically provide the human trafficking awareness training to certain employees and contract workers, keep records of the training, post signage, and develop and implement a human trafficking prevention policy that includes procedures for the reporting of suspected human trafficking. Establishes penalties. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to adopt rules. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TEMPLO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, YAMASHITA |
TOU, LAB, JHA, FIN |
SB2841 |
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HB1961 HD2 SD1
Health Care Facilities; Interference; Disruption; Criminal Penalties; Civil Remedies; Attorney General
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Prohibits persons from interfering with another person's access to or from a health care facility or disrupting the normal functioning of a health care facility. Makes violations a petty misdemeanor. Establishes a private right of action. Authorizes the Attorney General to bring an action for injunctive or other equitable relief. (SD1) |
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4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, JDC |
SB2845 |
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HB1962 HD2 SD1
Parentage Proceedings; Divorce Proceedings; Domestic Abuse; Mediation
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)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
HARTSFIELD, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
HHS, JDC |
SB2842 |
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HB1963 HD2
Nonconsensual Disclosure of Intimate or Private Images; Felony Offense; Penal Code; Minors; Vulnerable Adults
RELATING TO IMAGE-BASED SEXUAL ABUSE.
Establishes the nonconsensual disclosure of intimate or private images as a criminal offense. Amends the criteria for an extended term of imprisonment to include an offender whose act of attempting to commit or committing the nonconsensual disclosure of intimate images or private images against a minor or vulnerable adult was the proximate cause of the victim's death. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to LBT/HHS, JDC. |
MATSUMOTO, AMATO, BELATTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
LBT/HHS, JDC |
SB2844 |
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HB1964 HD2 SD1
State Building Code Council; Counties; Annual Training; Building Codes; Permitting Agency Employees; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Implements certain recommendations of the SPEED Task Force. Requires the State Building Code Council to provide annual training to state and county permitting agency employees. Appropriates funds for the training, subject to a matching requirement from the counties. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
PSM/EIG, WAM |
SB2910 |
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HB1965 HD1 SD1
SHPDA; Primary Care Providers Working Group; Primary Care Services; Stabilization; Report
RELATING TO PRIMARY CARE.
Establishes the Primary Care Providers Working Group within the State Health Planning and Development Agency to address issues relating to, and develop recommendations for the stabilization of, primary care services in Hawaii. Requires the Working Group to make a report to the Legislature. Sunsets the Working Group on 6/30/2027. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
HHS, WAM |
SB2690 |
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HB1966 HD1 SD1
Emergency Medical Services Special Fund; Billable Emergency Medical Services; Allowable Uses
RELATING TO THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SPECIAL FUND.
Amends the Emergency Medical Services Special Fund by authorizing the deposit of revenues from billable emergency medical services. Amends the composition and allowable uses of the special fund. Establishes a cap on the unencumbered and unexpended balance in the special fund. Exempts expenditures from the special fund from chapters 103D and 103F, HRS. Discontinues the allocation of cigarette tax revenues to the special fund beginning 1/1/2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2860 |
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HB1967 HD1
Permitting; Permitting Workforce Pipeline; Hiring; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; University of Hawaii; Community Colleges; Counties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PERMITTING.
Implements certain recommendations of the SPEED Task Force. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to develop a permitting workforce pipeline in partnership with the University of Hawaii and community colleges and coordinate with state and county permitting agencies on certain tasks related to classification levels, salary and benefits, hiring, and responsibilities of employees. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDT/EDU, WAM. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
EDT/EDU, WAM |
SB2909 |
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HB1969 HD2 SD1 CD1
DHS; Colorectal Cancer Screenings; Colorectal Cancer Treatment; State-Funded Financial Assistance; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COLORECTAL CANCER.
Requires the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a state-funded financial assistance program to offer state-funded colorectal screenings and treatment for certain persons. Requires state-funded coverage for follow-up treatment for colorectal cancer for certain persons. Requires coverage to include a follow-up colonoscopy after a positive test result. Specifies that coverage is not subject to a deductible, copayment, coinsurance, or any other cost-sharing requirements. Appropriates funds and establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
CPN, WAM |
SB2859 |
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HB1970 HD2 SD1
University of Hawaii Cancer Center; Hawaii Tumor Registry; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CANCER CENTER.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii Cancer Center's Hawaii Tumor Registry. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 229. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, KONG, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
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HB1972 HD2 SD1
Kupuna Caucus; DOTAX; Family Caregiver Tax Credit; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a family caregiver tax credit for nonpaid family caregivers. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:20PM in conference room 329. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2863 |
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HB1973 HD1 SD1 CD1
DOH; KupunAloha Pilot Program; In-Home Care Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Establishes within the Department of Health a one-year KupunAloha Pilot Program to provide in-home health care and support services to eligible participants who do not otherwise qualify for government assistance for these services. Appropriates funds for the pilot program. Pilot program sunsets 6/30/2027. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
HHS, WAM |
SB2864 |
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HB1974 HD1 SD1 CD1
State Health Planning and Development Agency; State Plan on Hearing Loss; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires and appropriates funds for the State Health Planning and Development Agency to develop and publish a state plan on hearing loss. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD, WOODSON |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1975 HD1 SD1
HPHA; State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO KUPUNA HOUSING.
Repeals the sunset for the State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna. Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority for the State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna and for two positions to support the program. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
HOU/HHS, WAM |
SB2866 |
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HB1976 HD1 SD1
DOH; HIEMA; Dementia; Alzheimer's Disease; First Responder Training; Executive Office on Aging; Counties; Law Enforcement Standards Board
RELATING TO DEMENTIA.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, fire chiefs, Law Enforcement Standards Board, and Department of Health to make available at least one hour of dementia‑specific training for first responders, including law enforcement officers, fire first responders, and emergency medical services personnel. Requires the Executive Office on Aging to take certain steps when reviewing and recommending dementia-specific training curricula. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:30PM in Conference Room 329. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
HHS/PSM, WAM |
SB2867 |
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HB1977 HD1
DOH; Maternal and Infant Health Information Mobile Application; Mobile Pregnancy Application; Request for Proposals; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires the Department of Health to procure a Maternal and Infant Health Information Mobile Application by 1/1/2027 to provide qualified individuals with information on federal and state programs and resources for prenatal, pregnant, and postpartum individuals and their families. Requires DOH to issue a request for proposals. Authorizes DOH to procure or otherwise contract for an existing mobile pregnancy application. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, WAM |
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HB1978 HD1
West Hawaii Regional Health Care System; North Kona; Outpatient Care Center; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE WEST HAWAII REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds for the planning, design, site work, and construction of a new outpatient care center in North Kona. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
LOWEN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, TARNAS |
HLT, FIN |
SB2701 |
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HB1979 HD3
Environmental Review; Affordable Housing Projects; Clean Energy Projects; Judicial Proceedings; Supreme Court; Appeals; Transfer
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Shortens the period during which certain judicial proceedings involving environmental assessments and environmental impact statements on actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects must be initiated. Specifies that appeals from environmental courts that involve actions that propose the use of land for, or construction of, affordable housing or clean energy projects meet one of the grounds for transfer to the Supreme Court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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3/20/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAM |
AEN/WLA/EIG, JDC |
SB2834 |
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HB1980 HD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; State Buildings; Retrofitting; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes a goal of the State to retrofit state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the design of all new state building construction where parking is to be included to provide that at least twenty-five per cent of parking stalls be electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in consultation with all state agencies that have parking facilities, to conduct a survey and identify certain high-priority state facilities. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/17/2026- The committee on EIG deferred the measure. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, TEMPLO |
GVO/EIG, WAM |
SB2435 |
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HB1981 HD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Carbon Sequestration; Water Resources; Geothermal Exploration; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AND GEOTHERMAL AND UNDERGROUND WATER RESOURCES STATEWIDE.
Establishes a Geothermal, Carbon Sequestration, and Underground Water Resource Characterization Program via slim hole bores and a related statewide environmental assessment. Appropriates funds for the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/17/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EEP, FIN |
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HB1982 HD2
DHHL; Hawaiian Home Lands; Geothermal Resources; Beneficiary Consultation; Environmental Impact Statements; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for certain geothermal resource exploration and development activities and the hiring of consultants. Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to engage in consultation with beneficiaries of Hawaiian home lands regarding activities funded and to comply with the environmental impact statements law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Alcos, Amato, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Perruso, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Poepoe voting no (5) and none excused (0). |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, HOLT, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON, Kila |
EEP, JHA, FIN |
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HB1984 HD2 SD1
Solar Distributed Energy Resource Systems; Building Permits; Self-Certification Process; No-Rise Certification; Regulatory Floodways
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
By 7/1/2027, requires government entities in the State that issue building permits to establish a self‑certification process for certain 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 systems immediately. Requires 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 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EIG/GVO, CPN/WAM |
SB2352 |
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HB1985 HD1
Cesspools; Mandatory Upgrade, Conversion, or Connection; Extensions; Goal; Public Outreach and Education; Appropriation
RELATING TO CESSPOOLS.
PART II: Allows certain extensions of the deadline for cesspool conversions. Establishes a goal for the Department of Health to prioritize the upgrade, conversion, or connection of cesspools that pose the highest risk to human health or the environment. PART III: Authorizes and appropriates funds to the Department of Health to retain qualified consultants as necessary to identify necessary public outreach and education resources and tools and develop a comprehensive public outreach strategy and website to educate property owners and wastewater industry professionals about information and resources regarding the State's cesspool upgrade, conversion, and connection requirements and deadlines. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/23/2026- The committee(s) on AEN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in AEN were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Gabbard, Richards, DeCoite, Rhoads; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Awa. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
SB2926 |
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HB1986 HD2
Clean Fuel Standard; Alternative Fuels; Rules; Department of Transportation
RELATING TO A CLEAN FUEL STANDARD.
Requires the Department of Transportation to adopt rules by 1/1/2028 governing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Requires reporting and public informational session requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to AEN/TRS, WAM. |
LOWEN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
AEN/TRS, WAM |
SB2999 |
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HB1990 HD2 SD2
Counties; Bureau of Conveyances; Residential Real Property; Zoning Violations; Penalties; Fines; Liens; Foreclosure
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY.
Establishes penalties, including fines and liens, for an owner of residential real property's failure to remediate zoning violations. Requires, under certain conditions, county planning or permitting agencies to record the notice of violation as a lien on the property with the Bureau of Conveyances. Requires referral to the applicable county corporation counsel for foreclosure, subject to certain conditions, if the owner fails to satisfy certain conditions. Requires the applicable district or circuit court to hold a de novo review of penalties assessed for unaddressed residential real property zoning violations, including foreclosure, upon appeal by the affected residential real property owner. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
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4/14/2026- Recommitted to JDC/WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON |
WLA/EIG, JDC/WAM |
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HB1991 HD2
Liquor Tax; Taxation; Alcohol By Volume; Small Craft Producer Pub Licensees
RELATING TO THE LIQUOR TAX.
Replaces the defined liquor categories subject to the liquor tax with alcohol-by-volume categories, but with a separate rate for beer manufactured by a small craft producer pub licensee. Adjusts the liquor tax rates for inflation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to EDT/CPN, WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, Amato |
EDT/CPN, WAM |
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HB1993 HD1
Deaf; Hearing Impaired; Disability; Motor Vehicle Registration; Law Enforcement
RELATING TO DEAF INDIVIDUALS.
Authorizes deaf motor vehicle owners to register their vehicle as being owned by a deaf individual so that a deafness designation appears when a law enforcement officer accesses the motor vehicle's information. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
TAKENOUCHI, AMATO, GARCIA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, Alcos |
TRN, JHA |
SB2851 |
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HB1996 HD1
Deaf and Blind Task Force; General Excise Tax; Hearing Aids; Exemption
RELATING TO HEARING AIDS.
Exempts from the general excise tax, gross receipts from the sale of hearing aids received by a hospital, infirmary, medical clinic, health care facility, pharmacy, or a practitioner licensed to administer drugs to an individual. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
TAKENOUCHI, AMATO, GARCIA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, Alcos |
HLT, ECD, FIN |
SB2848 |
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HB1997 HD2
DOE; IDEA; IEP; Section 504 Plans; Students with Disabilities; Emergency Situations; Evacuation Plans
RELATING TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES.
Authorizes the inclusion of provisions addressing individualized accommodations and supports during emergency situations and evacuations in individualized education programs and section 504 plans for students with disabilities. Requires support and guidance from the Department of Education. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TAKENOUCHI, AMATO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
EDN, PBS, JHA |
SB2846 |
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HB1999
Public Agencies; Meetings; Notices; Disabilities; Readability
RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS.
Requires certain information to appear at the beginning of notices for public meetings. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
TAKENOUCHI, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA |
JHA |
SB2849 |
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HB2000 HD1
Right To Repair; Consumer Protection; Wheelchair
RELATING TO THE RIGHT TO REPAIR.
Establishes a right to repair for wheelchairs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
TAKENOUCHI, AMATO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, Alcos |
CPC, JHA |
SB2847 |
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HB2001 HD2 SD1
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. (SD1) |
(H)
5/14/2026- Act 009, on 05/14/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1109). |
TAKENOUCHI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TODD, WOODSON |
WLA |
SB2147 |
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HB2002 HD1
Office of Community Services; Neighborhood Security Watch Grant Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the Neighborhood Security Watch Grant Program to help fund certain activities and rental payments of established neighborhood security watch groups and neighborhood citizen patrol groups that rent government-owned facilities for a fee to carry out their duties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TAKENOUCHI |
JHA, FIN |
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HB2004 HD2
Department of Education; Librarian Pilot Program; Education; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Extends the Librarian Pilot Program established by Act 135, Session Laws of Hawaii 2025, through 2030. Authorizes the Department of Education to select a second school complex on Oahu to be part of the pilot program if no appropriate school complex on the neighbor islands can be identified. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
TAKENOUCHI |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2005 HD2 SD1
Filipino Caucus; UH; Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LANGUAGE ACCESS.
Establishes a statewide Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program at the University of Hawaii. Establishes positions and appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
ILAGAN |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2007 HD3 SD1
Taxation; Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit; Applicable Percentage; Employment-Related Expenses; Disallowance Period
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. Establishes certain disallowance periods following a final decision that a claim for the credit was due to fraud and that the claim was disallowed. 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. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2683 |
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HB2008
Income Tax; Higher-Income Earner Tax Bracket
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a new bracket for higher-income earners for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2029. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, PERRUSO, TEMPLO, Matayoshi |
FIN |
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HB2009 HD2 SD1
Department of Human Services; State Council on Developmental Disabilities; Disability and Caregiver Support Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT.
Establishes a Disability and Caregiver Support Working Group to explore compliant and fiscally responsible approaches that address the longstanding gap affecting parents and guardians with disabilities whose caregiving capacity may be substantially impaired due to disability or serious medical conditions, while preserving federal funding integrity. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
HHS, WAM |
SB2291, SB2682 |
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HB2012 HD1 SD1
DOE; Community Literacy Labs; Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY LITERACY LABS.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the Department of Education to establish and implement a two-year Community Literacy Labs Pilot Program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TEMPLO, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2015 HD1 SD1
Consumer Protection; Coffee Labeling; Hawaii-Grown and ‑Processed Coffee; Geographic Origin; Regional Origin
RELATING TO COFFEE LABELING.
Clarifies the labeling and advertising requirements for roasted coffee, instant coffee, and ready-to-drink coffee beverages based on where they were grown and processed. Defines "regional origin". Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
KAHALOA, KAPELA, KUSCH, LOWEN |
AEN, CPN |
SB2406 |
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HB2017 HD3 SD1
Income Tax Credit; Hawaiian Home Lands; Agricultural Investment Costs
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a nonrefundable income tax credit for certain agricultural investment costs incurred for agricultural activities conducted on Hawaiian home lands. Applies to costs incurred after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA |
AEN/HWN, WAM |
SB2887 |
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HB2019 HD1
Family-child Interaction Learning Programs; Executive Office on Early Learning; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Appropriates funds to the Executive Office on Early Learning to administer funding for family-child interaction learning programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HOLT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
EDU, WAM |
SB2496 |
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HB2020 HD2 SD1
DOT; Traffic Safety; Driver's License; Renewal; Motor Vehicle Drivers
RELATING TO RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Requires certain 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. Authorizes the Department to develop and implement a system to randomly require applicants for renewal of a driver's license to complete a written examination. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
KILA, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, SAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
TRS, JDC |
SB2134 |
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HB2021 HD2 SD2 CD1
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". Authorizes the seizure of non-road-legal or nonconforming electric bicycles and high-speed electric devices. 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 2 or class 3 electric bicycle without direct supervision. Authorizes a person to ride an 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 scooter" with the term "motor-driven cycle". (CD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA, ALCOS, CHUN, GARRETT, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, OLDS, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
TRS/EIG, JDC |
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HB2022 HD1 SD1
County Annual Vehicle Registration Fee; Vehicle Weight Tax; Reports
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.
Specifies that the county annual vehicle registration fee shall not exceed the state annual motor vehicle registration fee for counties with a population of five hundred thousand or more. Specifies that counties with a population of five hundred thousand or more are required to spend a certain portion of the collected revenues from county motor vehicle registration fees and weight tax on roadway repair and maintenance. Specifies that the county annual vehicle weight tax shall not exceed the state annual vehicle weight tax for counties with a population of five hundred thousand or more. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
KILA |
EIG/TRS, WAM |
SB2894 |
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HB2023 HD2 SD1 CD1
DOT; Judiciary; Active Intelligent Speed Assistance Systems; Penal Code; Traffic Offenses
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to administer a statewide program for certification of active intelligent speed assistance systems and select a vendor for the installation and maintenance of systems. Limits the civil liability of motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and retailers for active intelligent speed assistance systems. Makes circumventing or tampering with an active intelligent speed assistance system a misdemeanor. Establishes penalties for operating a motor vehicle in violation of a court-ordered active intelligent speed assistance system requirement. 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. Effective 1/1/2028. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA, CHUN, GRANDINETTI |
TRS, JDC/WAM |
SB2696 |
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HB2026 HD1
Traffic Code; Oversized Commercial Vehicles; Towing; Restrictions; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Restricts motor vehicles that tow a motor vehicle or trailer from the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes going in the same direction, with exemptions. Specifies penalties for restricted motor vehicles who drive in the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes moving in the same direction. Applies restrictions and penalties to a county with a population of 500,000 or more. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
KILA, CHUN, ILAGAN, KUSCH, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
TRN, JHA |
SB2667 |
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HB2027 HD1
DOT; Counties; Motor Vehicles; Shoulder Lanes; Registration; Expired Registration; Enforcement; Penalties; Out-of-state Motor Vehicles; High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes; Violations; Fines
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits vehicles from driving on the shoulder of a roadway, except in certain circumstances. Authorizes the Department of Transportation, law enforcement officers, and other approved persons to impound vehicles with expired registrations of three years or more, under certain conditions. 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. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
KILA, MURAOKA, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRN, JHA |
SB2697 |
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HB2030 HD2
DOT; Clean Vehicle; Rebate; Environment; Special Fund; General Excise Tax; DOTAX ($)
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 new and used zero-emission vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Establishes the clean vehicle special fund. Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a transportation affordability and energy security tax. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/24/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
KILA, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MIYAKE, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAM, TEMPLO |
TRS, WAM |
SB2691 |
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HB2031 HD2 SD1
DOT; DLE; Administrative Hearings Division; Administrative Hearings; Transportation Network Companies; Photo Red Light Imaging Detector Systems; Speed Enforcement Systems; Commercial Driver's Licenses
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Establishes the Administrative Hearings Division within the Department of Transportation and transfers certain administrative hearing powers to the Division, including matters related to transportation network company permit appeals, automated red light camera and speed enforcement traffic citations, and commercial driver's license appeals. Specifies that a person aggrieved by an administrative decision related to red light camera and speed enforcement traffic citations may petition for judicial review. Allows authorized employees of the Department of Law Enforcement to review images produced by the automated red light camera and speed enforcement systems. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KILA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
TRS, JDC/WAM |
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HB2033 HD2 SD2
Transportation; DOT; Sellers; Licensed Dealers; Front Number Plate; Mounting Device; Traffic Code; Racing; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program; High-risk Locations; Highway Safety; Counties; Inspections; Registration; School Bus Infraction Detection System; School Bus; Passing; Overtaking; Cameras; Installation; Penalty; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
PART I: Requires motor vehicles to have front number plate mounting brackets or devices and for sellers, licensed dealers, or owners to securely affix number plates to the vehicles. PART II: Amends the Traffic Code relating to street racing. PART III: Expands the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program to high-risk locations of state or county highways as determined by the Department of Transportation, under certain conditions. Appropriates moneys. PART IV: Authorizes the installation of a school bus infraction detection system on the exterior of a school bus. Establishes strict liability and the process for issuing summons or citations for drivers shown by the system to be in violation of certain school bus laws. Clarifies the liability of drivers near a school bus that is actively monitored by a school bus infraction detection system. Appropriates moneys. PART V: Specifies that the Department of Transportation's Motor Vehicle Safety Office shall administer the Photo Red Light Imaging Detector Systems Program Special Fund and Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund. PART VI: Clarifies language relating to photo red light enforcement, automated speed enforcement, and penalty provisions. PART VII: Requires the Director of Transportation to adopt rules allowing for mobile vehicle safety inspections of passenger cars. Effective 7/1/3000; provided that part IV, except the rule-making directive and appropriation, effective 7/1/2028. (SD2) |
(S)
4/14/2026- Recommitted to WAM/JDC. |
KILA, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
TRS/EIG/EDU, WAM/JDC |
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HB2035
Sexual Assault; Time Limitations; Crime; Prosecution
RELATING TO TIME LIMITATIONS FOR CRIMES.
Adds sexual assault in the third and fourth degrees to the list of offenses which are not subject to a time limitation for prosecution. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
GARCIA, ALCOS, GEDEON, KILA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB2037 HD1
Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Aggregate Cap; Sunset Date
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the aggregate cap on credits allowed in any given year for the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit from $50,000,000 to $60,000,000. Extends the sunset of the tax credit to 1/1/2038. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Repeals 1/1/2038. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
HUSSEY, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, LEE, M., MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM |
EDT, WAM |
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HB2039
CIP; 32nd Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 32nd representative district. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
SHIMIZU |
FIN |
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HB2043
Criminal Mischief; Vandalism; Egging; Property Offense; Crime
RELATING TO CRIMINAL MISCHIEF.
Establishes the offense of criminal mischief as a petty misdemeanor for low level property offenses. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
SHIMIZU, GARCIA, GEDEON, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA |
JHA |
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HB2044 HD1
Recidivism; Offender Re-entry Programs; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OFFENDER REENTRY.
Expands programming and training for the comprehensive offender reentry program under the department of corrections and rehabilitation to reduce the rate of recidivism and increase inmate marketability. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
SHIMIZU, BELATTI, GARCIA, GEDEON, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA |
PBS, FIN |
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HB2045 HD1
State Holidays; La Hoihoi Ea; Statehood Day
RELATING TO STATE HOLIDAYS.
Designates La Hoihoi Ea, Sovereignty Restoration Day, as a state holiday in place of Statehood Day. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
KAPELA, AMATO, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
CAA, FIN |
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HB2046 HD2
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Commission; Office of the Governor; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE ʻŌLELO HAWAIʻI COMMISSION.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Commission to coordinate and promote initiatives that support the use of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. Sunsets 12/2/2030. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
HOLT, AMATO, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HWN, WAM |
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HB2047 HD2
Aha Moku Advisory Committee Executive Director; Appointment; Meetings; Reports
RELATING TO THE AHA MOKU ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Amends the process for the hiring of the Executive Director of the Aha Moku Advisory Committee. Specifies that the Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources is responsible for the appointment, oversight, and administrative authority over the Executive Director of the Aha Moku Advisory Committee. Requires any formal position, recommendation, or advisory action of the Aha Moku Advisory Committee to be adopted at a duly noticed public meeting at which a quorum is present. Amends the reporting requirements of the Aha Moku Advisory Committee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/23/2026- The committee(s) on WLA/HWN deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 03-24-26 1:01PM; CR 224 & Videoconference. |
POEPOE, AMATO, CHUN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
WLA/HWN, WAM/JDC |
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HB2049 HD3 SD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; Conveyance Tax; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Infrastructure Funding; County-designated Transit-oriented Development; Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund; Hawaii Agricultural Development Revolving Fund; Special Land and Development Fund
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 areas that meet minimum standards of transit-supportive density. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax revenues to the Hawaii Agricultural Development Revolving Fund, Special Land and Development Fund, and Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Establishes and appropriates funds out of the Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Authorizes the Hawaii Agricultural Development Revolving Fund to be used to acquire land. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/6/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
EVSLIN, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TARNAS, TODD |
WLA/HOU/HWN, WAM |
SB2700 |
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HB2050 HD1 SD1 CD1
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 11/4/2026. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB2528 |
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HB2051
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 $100 in cash, in the aggregate, from a single person during an election period to a candidate, candidate committee, or noncandidate committee shall escheat to the Hawaii election campaign fund if not returned to the contributor within 30 days. |
(H)
2/10/2026- Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato, Belatti, Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB2529 |
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HB2053 HD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; State Elected Officials; Campaign Contributions; Solicitation; Acceptance
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Prohibits state elected officials from soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during any Regular Session or Special Session of the Legislature, including any extension of any Regular Session or Special Session or any legislative recess day, holiday, or weekend. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia, Poepoe, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB2531 |
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HB2054 HD2
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Electronic Filing System
RELATING TO THE CAMPAIGN SPENDING COMMISSION'S ELECTRONIC FILING SYSTEM.
Requires designated campaign finance documents to be submitted electronically through the Campaign Spending Commission's upgraded electronic filing system. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB2532 |
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HB2055 HD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Salaries; Appropriation ($)
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Amato, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Gedeon, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB2533 |
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HB2056 HD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; DLM; DDC; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Housing and Land Management and Department of Design and Construction of the City and County of Honolulu as grants‑in-aid to comply with the requirements of Act 206, SLH 2017, and Act 210, SLH 2018. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
SB2524 |
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HB2057 HD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; Department of Information Technology; DMV systems; Grant-in-Aid; Appropriation ($)
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, subject to a dollar-for-dollar match. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
SB2523 |
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HB2059 HD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; Commercial Driver's License Exemption; Emergency Medical Services Personnel; Authorized Emergency Vehicles
RELATING TO EMERGENCY SERVICES.
Exempts emergency medical services personnel from commercial driver's license requirements. Expands the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" under the State Traffic Code to replace ambulances with emergency medical services vehicles, and include disaster response and recovery vehicles, Department of Health-approved vehicles, and vehicles designated as emergency vehicles by the State or an emergency management agency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
SB2521 |
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HB2061 HD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DLE; Firearms; Buyback; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Law Enforcement to support the State's Gun Buyback Program, including at least two gun buyback events in each county. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/12/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Kila, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda, Shimizu, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Gedeon, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (4) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB2503 |
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HB2062 HD1 SD2
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Temporary Restraining Orders; Gun Violence Protective Orders; Public Awareness Campaigns; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary for the efficient processing of temporary restraining orders and gun violence protective orders. Appropriates funds to the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct public awareness campaigns on gun violence protective orders. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
SB2504 |
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HB2073
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. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB2515 |
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HB2074
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. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB2516 |
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HB2075
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Protective Orders; Restraining Orders; Firearms; Prohibition
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Establishes a class C felony penalty for the unlawful possession, control, or transfer of a firearm or ammunition in violation of a valid judicial protective order or restraining order. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB2517 |
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HB2076
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Law Enforcement Officers; Assault; Penalties
RELATING TO ASSAULT AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.
Establishes appropriate sanctions for the offense of assault against a law enforcement officer in the first degree. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB2518 |
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HB2078 HD1 SD2 CD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; AG; Criminal Justice Research Institute; Habitual Violent Crime Offenders; Reports
RELATING TO HABITUAL VIOLENT CRIME.
Requires the Attorney General, in consultation with the Criminal Justice Research Institute, to submit ongoing annual reports to the Legislature on the effectiveness of the habitual violent crime offense in addressing repeat violent crime in the State. Amends Act 213, SLH 2024, which established the offense of habitual violent crime, by requiring the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit a one-time report to the Legislature on the effectiveness of the offense prior to the Regular Session of 2031 and extending its sunset date to 6/30/2031. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
SB2520 |
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HB2079 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, FIN |
SB2525 |
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HB2082
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offense; Bribery
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes heightened penalties for the offense of bribery under certain circumstances. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 3 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB2249 |
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HB2083 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)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HSH, JHA |
SB2250 |
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HB2086 HD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Negligent Injury
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Amends the offense of negligent injury in the first degree to include injuries negligently inflicted by intoxicated drivers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
SB2253 |
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HB2088
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Adoptions; Consent; Notary
RELATING TO ADOPTIONS.
Adds the requirement that a written consent to adoption be notarized. |
(H)
4/29/2026- Act 005, on 04/28/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1105). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
SB2564 |
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HB2089
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)
4/29/2026- Act 006, on 04/28/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1106). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
SB2565 |
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HB2090
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)
4/29/2026- Act 007, on 04/28/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1107). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
SB2566 |
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HB2091 HD2 SD1
Judiciary Package; Public Employers; Public Servants; Harassment; Temporary Restraining Orders; Injunctions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PETITIONS TO TEMPORARILY RESTRAIN AND ENJOIN HARASSMENT OF AN EMPLOYEE.
Establishes a two-year pilot project to authorize public employers to petition for temporary restraining orders and injunctions against employment-related harassment of certain public employees. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/8/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
SB2567 |
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HB2092 HD1
Judiciary Package; Public Servants; Harassment
RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC SERVANTS.
Elevates the offense of harassment as a misdemeanor when committed against certain public servants in connection with their performance of a governmental function. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
SB2568 |
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HB2093 SD1
Judiciary Package; Uniform Probate Code; Guardianship and Conservatorship Proceedings; Sealing of Medical Records and Professional Evaluations
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM PROBATE CODE.
Provides for the temporary sealing of certain medical records and professional evaluations filed in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings pending a judicial determination on the need for continued sealing. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
SB2569 |
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HB2094 HD1 SD1 CD1
Judiciary Package; Jury Duty; Juror and Prospective Juror Compensation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Increases the amount each juror or prospective juror is paid for each day of actual attendance at court. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB2571 |
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HB2095 HD2 SD2 CD1
Judiciary Package; Supplemental Budget; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates supplemental funds for the Judiciary for the fiscal biennium beginning 7/1/2025 and ending 6/30/2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB2570 |
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HB2096 HD2 SD1
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Child Protective Proceedings; Aggravated Circumstances Hearings
RELATING TO AGGRAVATED CIRCUMSTANCES IN CHILD PROTECTIVE PROCEEDINGS.
Clarifies and expands procedures for aggravated circumstances determinations in Child Protective Act proceedings. Authorizes the Family Court to make a finding of aggravated circumstances at any stage of a Child Protective Act proceeding before the termination of parental rights, rather than limiting these findings to the return hearing. Incorporates the definition of torture under the Penal Code for purposes of defining aggravated circumstances involving child torture under the Child Protective Act. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
SB2572 |
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HB2097 HD1 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 systems. Clarifies that evidence in hearings conducted via interactive conference technology may be submitted and exchanged electronically. (SD1) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 017, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1117). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/LBT, JDC |
SB2573 |
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HB2099
Office of Elections Package; Vacancies; Candidates; State Senators
RELATING TO VACANCIES.
Amends the processes for addressing party candidate and state senator vacancies. |
(H)
4/29/2026- Act 008, on 04/28/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1108). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
SB2499 |
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HB2101 HD1 SD1
DLNR; Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Aquatic Resources; Fishing Regulations; Commercial Aquarium Collection; Sustainability; Prohibition
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL AQUARIUM COLLECTION.
Prohibits the harvest of aquatic life for commercial aquarium purposes, regardless of the method of collection, in counties with a population greater than 500,000 and the consideration of rules for the issuance of permits for the harvest of aquatic life for commercial aquarium purposes. Repeals upon promulgation of certain rules by the Department of Land and Natural Resources for counties with a population greater than 500,000. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HWN, CPN/JDC |
SB2535 |
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HB2103 HD2
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; LUC; Boards and Commissions
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Amends the composition of the Land Use Commission to permit more than one member who has substantial experience or expertise in traditional Hawaiian land usage and knowledge of cultural land practices and require at least one member who has substantial experience 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/24/2026- The committee on HWN deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
SB2537 |
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HB2104 HD2 SD1 CD1
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Package; Historic Preservation; Island Burial Councils
RELATING TO ISLAND BURIAL COUNCILS.
Extends the time to fill vacancies that occur during an Island Burial Council member's term. Provides per diem compensation in the form of a stipend for Island Burial Council members representing geographic regions. Adjusts the Island Burial Councils' quorum for business to be a majority of the appointed council members, but no fewer than three members. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
SB2538 |
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HB2106 HD1
State Ethics Commission Package; Financial Disclosures; Requirements
RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES.
Expands the scope of persons who are subject to public financial disclosure requirements. Effective 7/1/2027. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC/WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/WAM |
SB2246 |
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HB2107 HD1
State Ethics Commission Package; Executive Branch Officials; Contributions; Solicitation
RELATING TO POLITICAL FUNDRAISING BY EXECUTIVE BRANCH EMPLOYEES.
Prohibits any Executive Branch employee with procurement authority 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. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC/WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/WAM |
SB2247 |
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HB2112
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. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB2502 |
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HB2113 HD1 SD1
DAB; Kainahola Stream; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity for the removal of overgrown vegetation from the Kainahola Stream. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/6/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA, CHUN, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MORIKAWA |
TRS, WAM |
SB2310 |
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HB2114 HD1 SD1
OETS Hawaii Benefits Hub Working Group; Social Assistance Programs; Position; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Establishes the Hawaii Benefits Hub Working Group to develop a plan for the governance and implementation of the Hawaii Benefits Hub and related referral, tracking, compliance, and coordination systems. Requires reports to the Legislature. Establishes a position within the Office of Enterprise Technology Services. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/8/2026- The committee on WAM has deleted the measure from decision making scheduled on 04-09-26 10:55AM; CR 211 & Videoconference. |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TODD, WOODSON |
GVO/HHS, WAM |
SB2669 |
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HB2115 HD1 SD1
Community-Based Organizations; Program Costs; Department of Human Services; Appropriation ($)
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. For any multi-year contracts entered into or renewed beginning in fiscal year 2027-2028, requires the Department of Human Services to issue a Request for Information to determine whether any existing contract remains fiscally sound and thereafter determine, with the consent of the contractor, whether a new request for proposals should be issued. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
HHS, WAM |
SB2668 |
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HB2116 HD2
Office of Community Services; Grants; Community Engagement; Attorney General; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GRANTS.
Appropriates funds to the Office of Community Services (OCS) to award grants to certain nonprofit organizations. Establishes an evaluation and selection committee to oversee the awarding of grants. Requires an applicant for a grant to provide certain documentation on activities that qualify for community engagement hours to qualify for the grant. Appropriates funds for positions in OCS and for the Department of the Attorney General to assist OCS in reviewing contracts and monitoring costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON, Belatti |
LBT, WAM |
SB2670 |
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HB2117 HD2 SD1
Arts; Art Education; Geographic Data Mapping; Task Force; Reports
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Establishes the Mapping of Arts Data for Education Task Force to conduct a study and develop a comprehensive, publicly available statewide database and geographic information systems map of arts entities and programs engaged in arts and arts education. Requires interim and final reports to the Legislature. Task Force sunsets upon submission of final report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
WLA, WAM |
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HB2118 HD2 SD1
SFCA; King Kamehameha Celebration Commission; DAGS; DBEDT; Comptroller; Works of Art Special Fund; Transfer; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Transfers the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission from the Department of Accounting and General Services to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Transfers certain authority and responsibilities held by the Comptroller regarding the Works of Art Special Fund to the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds for positions within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KUSCH, MARTEN, REYES ODA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
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HB2119 HD1 SD1
DAB; Coffee Berry Borer; Coffee Leaf Rust; Pesticide Subsidy Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COFFEE PEST CONTROL.
Temporarily reestablishes the Coffee Berry Borer and Coffee Leaf Rust Pesticide Subsidy Program and the program manager position, including the position's civil service and collective bargaining laws exemption. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for the operation and implementation of the Pesticide Subsidy Program. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, ILAGAN, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
AEN, WAM |
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HB2121 HD2 SD1
Waste Management; Disposable Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale, Offer for Sale, Distribution; Prohibition; Penalties
RELATING TO WASTE MANAGEMENT.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution for sale of any disposable electronic smoking devices in the State. Establishes penalties. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/7/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
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HB2122 HD1 SD1
DOE; Teacher Housing Assistance Program; Teacher Recruitment and Retention; Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER HOUSING.
Establishes the Teacher Housing Assistance Program to be administered by the Department of Education to provide housing vouchers to certain eligible teachers. Appropriates funds out of the Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2123
Penal Code; Statute of Limitations; Misconduct in Office; Public Servants
RELATING TO MISCONDUCT BY A PUBLIC SERVANT.
Extends the statute of limitations for offenses based on misconduct in office by a public servant to allow prosecution at any time during the defendant's period of public service and up to ten years thereafter. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
BELATTI, AMATO, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
JHA |
SB2830 |
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HB2124
Failure to Report Bribery; Public Servants; Misdemeanor
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes the offense of failure to report bribery as a misdemeanor. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
IWAMOTO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GEDEON, HASHEM, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
JHA |
SB2824 |
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HB2125
Elections; Ballot Questions; Corporations; Powers; Limitations
RELATING TO ELECTIONS.
Provides that any corporation operating under state law shall hold all the corporate powers it previously held; provided that nothing in state law shall be construed to grant or recognize any corporate power to engage in election activity. |
(H)
2/10/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
JHA |
SB2825 |
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HB2127 HD1
Department of Education; Civic Education; Public Middle Schools; Public Intermediate Schools; Civic Education Grant Program; Civic Education Trust Fund
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
EDN, FIN |
SB2754, SB2827 |
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HB2131
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. |
(H)
1/28/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 4 |
BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
JHA |
SB2447 |
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HB2137 HD3 SD2 CD1
Artificial Intelligence; Realistic Digital Imitations; Protections for Individuals
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Prohibits certain harmful uses of realistic digital imitations generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Establishes certain exemptions. Provides for civil actions and civil remedies for individuals injured by unauthorized AI-generated realistic digital imitations. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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HB2138 HD1
DBEDT; Hilo-Kona Transportation Pilot Program
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a Hilo-Kona transportation pilot program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study, plan, evaluate, implement, and trial transportation routes and services connecting Hilo and Kona. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/TRS, WAM. |
ILAGAN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, SOUZA, Reyes Oda |
EDT/TRS, WAM |
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HB2139 HD1 SD1
UH; Invasive Species; Queensland Longhorn Beetle; Study; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to conduct a study on effective treatment methods to reduce populations of the Queensland Longhorn Beetle. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
4/6/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
ILAGAN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2140 HD2
Counties; Permit Processing; Differential Payments; Salaries; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO ESSENTIAL PERMITTING POSITIONS.
Establishes a four-year pilot program to improve the speed, accountability, and quality of permit processing through targeted staffing, performance incentives, and interdepartmental competition within participating counties. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
EIG, WAM |
SB2671 |
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HB2141 HD2
Enterprise Zones; University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine; University of Hawaii Cancer Center; Affiliated Collaborators
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Increases the number of enterprise zones that may be nominated by each county. Authorizes enterprise zone designation for census tracts that contain the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and the University of Hawaii Cancer Center. Allow businesses not established in an enterprise zone to qualify for enterprise zone benefits; provided that they have entered into a binding collaboration or contract with a business that is established in the census tract that contains the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine or the University of Hawaii Cancer Center. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/2/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
ILAGAN, GARCIA, GEDEON, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
ECD, HED, FIN |
SB2816 |
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HB2142
CIP; Fourth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FOURTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fourth representative district. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 5 |
ILAGAN |
FIN |
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HB2147 HD2
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EIG/EDU, WAM/JDC. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KUSCH, LOWEN, POEPOE, SOUZA |
EIG/EDU, WAM/JDC |
SB2464 |
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HB2148 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MARTEN, TEMPLO |
WAM |
SB2469 |
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HB2151 HD2
State Building Codes; County Building Codes; Hempcrete
RELATING TO BUILDING MATERIALS.
Specifies that no state or county building code shall prohibit the use of hempcrete as a non-structural building material. Authorizes building officials to approve hempcrete construction that meets applicable safety and performance standards. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM. |
KAHALOA, AMATO, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, HUSSEY, KAPELA, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
PSM/EIG, JDC/WAM |
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HB2152 HD2 SD2 CD1
Dog Attacks; Livestock; Agricultural District; Liability
RELATING TO DOG ATTACKS.
Clarifies liability and increases penalties and enforcement mechanisms for dog attacks on livestock occurring on land or premises within the agricultural district. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KUSCH, EVSLIN, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, LOWEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
AEN, JDC |
SB2742 |
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HB2153 HD1
DLE; Kūpaʻa Law Enforcement Retention Bonus Program; Retention Bonuses; Law Enforcement Officers; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes, and appropriates funds for, the Kūpaʻa Law Enforcement Retention Bonus Program within the Department of Law Enforcement to provide retention bonuses to Department law enforcement officers for three years. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
KUSCH, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
PSM, WAM |
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HB2154 HD1
Speeding Offenses; Habitual Speeder; Intelligent Speed Assistance; Report
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Establishes a framework for the use of intelligent speed assistance technology for habitual speeders. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
KUSCH, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
TRN, JHA |
SB2429 |
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HB2155 HD2 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Statistics Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Statutorily establishes the Agricultural Statistics Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
AEN, WAM |
SB2404 |
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HB2156 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LEE, M., MORIKAWA, REYES ODA |
WAM |
SB2023 |
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HB2158 HD1 SD1 CD1
UH; Program Level Transparency; Online Dashboard; Reports
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii System to develop, implement, and maintain a publicly accessible, systemwide online dashboard. Requires the dashboard to include and maintain relevant information needed for students and their families for academic decision-making. Requires a preliminary report on 12/1/2026. Requires annual reports to the Legislature beginning 12/1/2027. Requires a supplementary report to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2031. Sunsets 6/30/31. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
GARRETT, AMATO, EVSLIN, KAPELA, KILA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2159 HD2 SD1
UH; Health Care Workforce Development; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes positions and appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to support health care workforce development in the State. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GARRETT, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KONG, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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HB2161 HD3 SD1
Pharmacy; Pharmacists; Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Special Fund; Pharmacist Workforce Assessment Fees; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACY.
Establishes the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Special Fund to support pharmacist workforce assessment and planning efforts. Establishes the pharmacist workforce assessment fee. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, WOODSON |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
SB2857 |
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HB2163 HD1
Pedestrians; Crosswalks; Right-of-way
RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.
Requires the driver of a vehicle to stop for a pedestrian who is crossing the roadway within a crosswalk and not to proceed until the pedestrian has completely exited the crosswalk and the driver can safely proceed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
SAYAMA, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KILA, KUSCH, TAKAYAMA, WOODSON |
TRN, JHA |
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HB2164 HD1
Workers' Compensation; Benefits; Compounded Prescription Drugs
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Defines compounded prescription drugs for the purposes of workers' compensation law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/17/2026- Re-Referred to LBT/HHS, CPN/JDC. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, WOODSON |
LBT/HHS, CPN/JDC |
SB2751 |
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HB2165 HD2 SD1
DLIR; Hawaii Employment Security Law; Unemployment Benefits; Recovery of Benefits; Assessments; Records and Reports
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYMENT SECURITY LAW.
Amends the qualifications for unemployed individuals who are able to receive unemployment benefits. Beginning 4/1/2027, removes the two-year limitation on the recoupment of overpayments and limits the amount of overpaid amount and the penalty assessment amount that can be deducted from future benefits payable to the individual. Beginning 4/1/2027, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to assess and collect a service charge for dishonored unemployment insurance assessments. Beginning 4/1/2027, specifies that employers must report separation and wage information within five calendar days of notice being sent, whether by mail or electronic notification. Beginning 4/1/2027, increases the penalty for failure to report separations or wages and for failure to file or for filing insufficient wage reports. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 599). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LBT, WAM |
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HB2167 HD2 SD1
Office of Youth Services; Youth Homelessness; Youth Housing Stability Assistance Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO YOUTH HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Office of Youth Services to establish a five-year Youth Housing Stability Assistance Pilot Program to enter into contracts with nonprofit organizations or execute memoranda of agreement with government agencies to support eligible youth with financial assistance. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. Sunsets 6/30/2031. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
OLDS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM |
HHS, WAM |
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HB2168 HD2
DOE; Education; Student Services; Students Experiencing Homelessness; Program
RELATING TO THE EDUCATION OF STUDENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a program for the support of students experiencing homelessness. Requires the Department to designate a state coordinator position and state navigator positions to implement the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
OLDS, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2171 HD1 SD1 CD1
UH; Enterprise-Related Activities; Counties; Zoning
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the University of Hawaii to engage in enterprise-related activities for educational purposes and exempts such activity from certain county zoning requirements, under certain circumstances. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
WOODSON, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EDU, WAM |
SB2674 |
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HB2172 HD2 SD1
DOE; Hard-to-Staff Positions; Pilot Program; Employment; Retirants
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT OF RETIRANTS.
Establishes a five-year pilot program to authorize the Department of Education to rehire retired teachers and educational officers for hard-to-staff positions. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARCIA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EDU, WAM |
SB2836 |
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HB2173 HD1 SD1
Emergency Medical Services; Advanced Life Support Ambulance; Central Maui; Statewide Air Ambulance Network System; Department of Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AMBULANCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to purchase one advanced life support ambulance and related equipment to be based in central Maui, fund pay-related personnel costs for state-certified emergency medical services personnel, and increase the predictability and stability of available air ambulance services for all islands in the State. Effective 1/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, GARCIA, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, WAM |
SB2934 |
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HB2179 HD2
DOE; E-Bikes; Educational Safety Program
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires, rather than authorizes, the Department of Education to develop and administer a Traffic Safety Education Program. Requires the Department of Education's Traffic Safety Education program to include electric bicycles. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
REYES ODA, COCHRAN, GARCIA, HASHEM, KAHALOA, KILA, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, SHIMIZU, TAM |
EDN, TRN, FIN |
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HB2180 HD1
Voting; Electronic Voting Board; House of Representatives; Appropriation
RELATING TO VOTING BOARDS.
Appropriates funds to implement an electronic voting board system in the chamber of the House of Representatives. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
REYES ODA, COCHRAN, GARCIA, IWAMOTO, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
LMG, FIN |
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HB2181 HD1
Judiciary; Court Appearances; Automated Reminder System; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Beginning 7/1/2027, requires the Judiciary to develop, implement, and administer an automated court appearance reminder system that generates text message or electronic mail notifications for upcoming court appearances in certain types of cases. Requires persons making an arrest or issuing a citation to obtain, to the extent practicable, the offender's mobile telephone number and electronic mail address. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to JDC/PSM, WAM. |
REYES ODA, COCHRAN, GARCIA, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAKENOUCHI |
JDC/PSM, WAM |
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HB2184 HD1
Legislators; Personal Information; Confidential; Voter Registration; Nomination Papers
RELATING TO LAWMAKER SAFETY.
Prohibits the public disclosure of legislators' personal contact information in a voter's affidavit of registration, nomination papers, and electronic database for campaign committees. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
LMG, JHA |
SB2914 |
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HB2186 HD1
Pedestrian Safety; Crosswalks
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
Clarifies 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. Creates additional criminal penalties when pedestrians suffer bodily injury. Provides heightened protections for blind and visually impaired pedestrians. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SOUZA, Reyes Oda |
TRN, JHA |
SB2695 |
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HB2187 HD1
Health Care Facilities; Health Care Providers; Emergency Medical Services; Medical Debt; Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Prohibits health care facilities, health care providers, and emergency medical services from furnishing medical debt to a consumer credit reporting agency. Prohibits consumer credit reporting agencies from reporting or maintaining medical debt information in the file on a consumer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC. |
LA CHICA, AMATO, BELATTI, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO, Reyes Oda |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
SB3026 |
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HB2188 HD1
Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Application Screening; Comprehensive Reusable Tenant Screening Report; Damages; Fines; OCP; DCCA
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires landlords or landlord's agents to accept comprehensive reusable tenant screening reports, if made available by an applicant, and prohibits application fees in such cases. Establishes remedies for refusing to accept those reports. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, Reyes Oda |
CPC, FIN |
SB2959 |
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HB2191
Hawaii Penal Code; Violent Crimes; Property Crimes; Penalties Increased
RELATING TO CRIME.
Doubles the fines and terms of imprisonment for repeat violent offenders and property offenders. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5 |
PIERICK, GEDEON, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB2192
Hawaii Penal Code; Drugs; Sales; Distribution; Schools; Parks; Penalties
RELATING TO CRIME.
Doubles the fines and terms of imprisonment for illicit drug sellers and distributors who commit their offenses within 100 feet of schools or public parks. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5 |
PIERICK, GEDEON, MATSUMOTO, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB2194 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 entirely 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) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KILA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, POEPOE, REYES ODA |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
SB2781 |
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HB2195 HD1
DOT; TAT; Cruise Ships; Passenger Head Infrastructure Fee; Cruise Ship Special Fund ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to assess a per passenger head infrastructure fee against cruise ships docking in the State's commercial harbors. Establishes the Cruise Ship Special Fund. Repeals existing law imposing the Transient Accommodations Tax on cruise ships, effective retroactive to 1/1/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to TRS/EDT, WAM/JDC. |
KILA, EVSLIN, MIYAKE |
TRS/EDT, WAM/JDC |
SB2698 |
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HB2197 HD2
Real Property; Dwellings; Squatters; Criminal Trespass; Removal; Hawaii Penal Code
RELATING TO PROPERTY.
Specifies a process by which property owners may utilize law enforcement officers to remove unauthorized individuals from dwellings. Establishes the criminal offenses of squatting and fraudulent sale or lease of residential real property. Makes the offense of criminal trespass in the first degree for a person who knowingly enters or remains unlawfully in a dwelling or in or upon the premises of a hotel or apartment building a class C felony, rather than a misdemeanor. Classifies the type of property damage typically inflicted by squatters as a form of criminal property damage in the second degree. Classifies the falsification of documentation typically performed by squatters as a form of unsworn falsification to authorities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPN/PSM, JDC. |
TAKENOUCHI |
CPN/PSM, JDC |
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HB2198 HD2
Hawaii Penal Code; Gambling; Prediction Markets
RELATING TO PREDICTION MARKETS.
Amends the definition of "gambling" to include predictive markets involving the purchase, sale, or financial speculation of securities, commodities, or other similar financial products on the outcome or future contingent event related to catastrophe, contests, death, legislation, national security, people, politics, and sports. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPN/EDT, JDC/WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
CPN/EDT, JDC/WAM |
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HB2201 HD1
State Enterprise Zones; Eligible Business Activity; Recycling Facilities; Film Production; Film Studios
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 or operation of a Film Studio. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDT/HHS, WAM. |
GARCIA, ALCOS, GEDEON, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TEMPLO |
EDT/HHS, WAM |
SB2586 |
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HB2202
CIP; 42nd Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriated funds for capital improvement projects in the 42nd representative district. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 5 |
GARCIA |
FIN |
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HB2207 HD2 SD2 CD1
DAB; Rules; Fine Mesh Nets; Monofilament Netting; Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Allows the use of certain monofilament netting for the protection of plants against invasive species. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules allowing the sale and distribution of fine mesh nets, including monofilament netting, in the State to protect plants from the coconut rhinoceros beetle. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
SB2942 |
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HB2208 HD1 SD1
DHS; Food Security; Hawaii Farm to Families Program; Grants; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FOOD SECURITY.
Establishes and appropriates funds in the form of grants 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. (SD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:05PM in conference room 329. |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB2427 |
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HB2214 HD2
Refundable Diaper Tax Credit
RELATING TO TAX CREDITS.
Establishes a refundable diaper tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, WAM. |
KITAGAWA, AMATO, GARCIA, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
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HB2216 HD2 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Loans; Sale; Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to package and sell a portion of its agricultural loan portfolio to permitted third parties. Appropriates funds out of the Agricultural Loans Revolving Fund to increase its expenditure ceiling. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/8/2026- The committee on WAM has deleted the measure from decision making scheduled on 04-09-26 10:55AM; CR 211 & Videoconference. |
NAKAMURA, CHUN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, QUINLAN |
AEN, WAM |
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HB2217 HD2
DOT; Driver's License; Permit; Civil Identification Card; Disability Notation
RELATING TO IDENTIFICATION.
Allows applicants for driver's permit, driver's license, or civil identification cards to request a disability notation on their permit, license, or identification card. Requires the Department of Transportation to establish public outreach efforts and coordinate with state and county law enforcement agencies regarding the disability notation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to TRS/HHS, JDC. |
NAKAMURA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MIYAKE, TAKAYAMA |
TRS/HHS, JDC |
SB2305 |
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HB2218 HD2 SD2 CD1
DLNR; Community Co-Management Agreements; Public Lands
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Authorizes the Board 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. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN |
WLA, WAM |
SB2685 |
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HB2219 HD1
Agency Communications; Disclosure; Attorney-Client Privilege; Attorney Work-Product Privilege
RELATING TO DISCLOSURE OF ATTORNEY-CLIENT AND ATTORNEY WORK-PRODUCT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATIONS TO THE OMBUDSMAN.
Specifies that disclosure of communications by an agency to the Ombudsman does not waive any existing attorney-client or attorney work-product privilege pertaining to those communications. Prohibits the Ombudsman from disclosing privileged communications to others. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
HOLT, CHUN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MIYAKE, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
LMG, JHA |
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HB2223 HD2
DHHL; 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Poepoe voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (3) and none excused (0). |
HOLT, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, OLDS, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TODD |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
SB2786 |
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HB2224 HD1
Department of Human Services; Medicaid; Pharmaceutical Benefits Management; Managed Care Plans
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Repeals a provision in Act 4, Special Session Laws of Hawaii 2005, that prohibits the Department of Human Services from taking any action to remove pharmaceutical benefits management from managed care plans that provide health care coverage for Hawaii Medicaid beneficiaries. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MATAYOSHI, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
HSH, FIN |
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HB2229 HD1
Microenterprise Home Kitchens; Home-Based Food Businesses; Direct-to-Consumer Sales; Consumer Disclosure; Food Safety
RELATING TO MICROENTERPRISE HOME KITCHENS.
Authorizes microenterprise home kitchens to prepare and sell food directly to consumers without food establishment permits or routine inspections, subject to consumer disclosure and basic food safety requirements. Clarifies that microenterprise home kitchens are not food establishments or food processing establishments. Authorizes the Department of Health to conduct investigations on operators and microenterprise home kitchens in response to complaints, foodborne illness outbreaks, and imminent threats to public health. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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). |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KILA, LOWEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, Matayoshi |
HLT, CPC |
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HB2231 HD1
Island Burial Councils; OHA; Appointment Authority
RELATING TO ISLAND BURIAL COUNCILS.
Transfers the appointment authority for Island Burial Council members from the Governor and Senate to the Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to HWN/WLA, JDC. |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KILA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI |
HWN/WLA, JDC |
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HB2233 HD1
University of Hawaii; College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Department of Health; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM-EDUCATION PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience and the Department of Health to continue their implementation of the Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
IWAMOTO, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, MARTEN, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SOUZA |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
SB3257 |
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HB2235 HD2
DBEDT; Military and Community Relations Office; Intergovernmental Coordination; Defense-related Workforce Development; Advanced Manufacturing and Sustainment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE MILITARY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for the Military and Community Relations Office to strengthen intergovernmental coordination for military and defense activities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
BELATTI, AMATO, KONG, MARTEN, SHIMIZU, TAM |
PBS, ECD, FIN |
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HB2236 HD1
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Local State of Emergency
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies state and local authority during a state or local state of emergency. Adds a definition of "severe weather warning". Allows the Legislature to terminate a state of emergency and city councils to terminate a local state of emergency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
BELATTI, ALCOS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, Amato |
PBS, JHA |
SB2151 |
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HB2240 HD1
Legislative Agencies; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO PROVIDE FOR THE EXPENSES OF THE LEGISLATURE, THE AUDITOR, THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU, THE OMBUDSMAN, AND THE ETHICS COMMISSION.
Appropriates funds to provide for the expenses of the Legislature, Auditor, Legislative Reference Bureau, Ombudsman, and Ethics Commission. (HD1) |
(H)
3/23/2026- Act 001, on 03/20/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1101). |
NAKAMURA |
WAM |
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HB2241 HD1 SD2
Renewable Energy Technologies; Income Tax Credit; Income Restriction; Solar Energy Systems; Third-party Financed Systems
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Amends the Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit by: Limiting claims for certain solar energy systems that are not third-party financed systems and installed and placed in service on a single-family residential property to taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $175,000 or less if filing as an individual, $262,500 or less if filing as a head of household, or $350,000 or less if filing jointly; increasing the maximum adjusted gross income an individual taxpayer must be below in order to be eligible to have any excess credits refunded and limiting credit refundability to systems that are not third-party financed systems; and prohibiting a taxpayer from claiming a credit for a renewable energy technology system installed and placed in service on a residential property where the taxpayer has claimed a credit in prior taxable years. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Sunsets 1/1/2029. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:45PM in Conference Room 411.
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LOWEN, PERRUSO |
EIG, WAM |
SB3183 |
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HB2242 HD1
PUC; Renewable Energy; Grid-Ready Homes Interconnection Process; Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator; Report
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a streamlined grid-ready homes interconnection process. Expands reporting requirements of the Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator to include reporting on the grid-ready home interconnection process. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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). |
LOWEN, CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LA CHICA, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, TEMPLO |
EEP, CPC |
SB2033 |
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HB2243 HD1
PUC; Electric Utilities; Bill Impact Analyses; Customer Transparency; Ratepayers; Reports
RELATING TO ELECTRIC ENERGY.
Requires all electric utilities to provide transparent customer bill impact analyses that are accessible to the public in an electronic format reasonably usable by ratepayers. Establishes requirements for bill impact analyses. Requires electric utilities to submit annual reports to the Public Utilities Commission. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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). |
LOWEN, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, Matayoshi |
EEP, CPC |
SB2497 |
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HB2244 HD1
PUC; Ratemaking; Performance-Based Incentives; Hawaii Ratepayer Protection Act
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Clarifies that, for electric utilities, "performance-based incentives" include revenue adjustment mechanisms, cost control mechanisms, rewards for superior performance, and penalties for subpar performance. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to adopt alternative ratemaking procedures to establish electric utility rates and performance-based incentives. Requires the Commission to apply a presumption in favor of considering historical cost trends and external indices that reflect incentives to control costs if the Commission resets an electric utility's allowed revenues based on consideration of the utility's costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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). |
LOWEN, KAHALOA, MARTEN, PERRUSO |
EEP, CPC |
SB2487 |
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HB2246 HD1 SD1 CD1
DAB; Agricultural Grant Program; Revolving Fund; Annual Report ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL GRANT ADMINISTRATION.
Establishes the Agricultural Grant Program and Agricultural Grant Revolving Fund to allow the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to retain and expend federal indirect overhead reimbursements for the purposes of grant searching, application, execution, reporting, and auditing. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB3066 |
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HB2248
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Protest; Debriefing; Disclosure of Competing Proposals
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Prohibits a procurement officer from disclosing a competing offeror's proposal or evaluation score, except the summary of scores, during a debriefing requested by a non-selected offeror. Authorizes the disclosure of a competing offeror's proposal or evaluation score after a protest is resolved and the contract is executed. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB3068 |
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HB2249 HD1
DAGS; Public Works Division; Comptroller's Office; Civil Service; Exemptions
RELATING TO CIVIL SERVICE EXEMPT POSITIONS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Permanently exempts certain positions within the Public Works Division, Special Project Branch, and the Comptroller's Office from state civil service law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/11/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Amato voting no (1) and Representative(s) Holt excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
SB3069 |
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HB2250 HD2 SD2
AG; Claims Against the State; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE, ITS OFFICERS, OR ITS EMPLOYEES.
Makes appropriations and approves payments for claims against the State, its officers, and its employees. (SD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB3070 |
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HB2251
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Health and Morals; Sex Trafficking; Promoting Prostitution
RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND MORALS.
Clarifies and updates the sex trafficking and promoting prostitution criminal offense statutes by refining the definition of "profits from prostitution," establishing an affirmative defense to these offenses for certain lawful transactions, and making technical and other housekeeping amendments. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB3071 |
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HB2252
Penal Code; Theft in the First Degree; Penalty
RELATING TO THEFT.
Requires a mandatory twelve-month minimum sentence of incarceration for a conviction of theft in the first degree when the value of the property or services stolen exceeds $250,000, whether imposed as a mandatory minimum sentence for an indeterminate term of imprisonment or as a condition of probation, in addition to any other authorized disposition such as restitution or a fine. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB3072 |
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HB2253
Forensic Identification; Biological Evidence; Retention
RELATING TO THE RETENTION OF BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE.
Specifies the types of cases in which evidence must be retained post-conviction and the process by which evidence may be disposed of earlier than the standard period of retention, which includes a procedure for defendants to oppose the disposal of biological evidence by filing an objection with the court. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB3073 |
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HB2254 HD1
Penal Code; Fees, Fines, and Restitution; Collections; Consequences of Non-Payment
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. Clarifies the collection and prioritization of court-ordered fees, fines, and restitution. Establishes procedures for proof of compliance hearings and consequences for nonpayment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB3074 |
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HB2256 HD1
DoTAX; ATG; Tobacco Products; Inspections; Seizures; Asset Forfeiture
RELATING TO TOBACCO ENFORCEMENT.
Clarifies that untaxed tobacco products are subject to forfeiture as contraband, without regard to the procedures set forth in Hawaii's asset forfeiture law in the same manner as untaxed cigarettes. Confirms the authority of the Department of Taxation and the Department of the Attorney General to inspect and seize tobacco products, including electronic smoking devices and e-liquids. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB3076 |
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HB2259
Private Secretary; Executive Assistant; Secretary; Administrative Assistant
RELATING TO PERSONNEL.
Updates state position titles by changing "private secretary" to "executive assistant" and "secretary" to "administrative assistant," where applicable. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to LAB, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB |
SB3131 |
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HB2263 HD1
CSC; State Procurement Office; State and County Contractors; State and County Grantees; Officers of Contractors and Grantees; Third-Party Payment Processor Website Contributions; Prohibited Contributions; Appropriation
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers of state and county contractors and grantees. Prohibits the compensated officers of certain state and county contractors and grantees from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract or grant. Provides that, for contributions received through a third-party payment processor website, whether received by check or directly deposited to the candidate or noncandidate committee, the date the contributor executes the transaction on the third-party payment processor website shall be deemed the date of receipt and the date of acceptance for campaign finance reporting and compliance requirements. Clarifies that monetary contributions and other campaign funds shall be deposited within 14 days of their physical receipt in a depository institution. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor within 30 calendar days of receipt or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Clarifies that where a violation of the prohibition against contributions and expenditures by lobbyists during legislative session occurs because of the acceptance or agreement to accept a prohibited contribution, and the contribution is by check, the date of violation shall be the date of the receipt of the check and not the date of deposit. Appropriates moneys. (SD3) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
SB3082 |
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HB2264 HD1
Protective Orders; Law Enforcement; Military; Judiciary; Coordination; Notification
RELATING TO PROTECTIVE ORDERS.
Requires notification to the security forces of each branch of the military when a protective order is issued in a case involving a military-affiliated individual. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, JHA |
SB3083 |
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HB2268 HD1
HTA; Film Production; Marketing and Promotion
RELATING TO FILM PRODUCTION.
Adds the marketing and promotion of film productions filmed in the State as a power of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDT, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDT, WAM |
SB3087 |
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HB2270 HD1 SD1 CD1
HHFDC; Downpayment Loan Assistance Program
RELATING TO THE DOWNPAYMENT LOAN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Amends the Downpayment Loan Assistance Program by: removing the prohibition on combined loan-to-value ratios; clarifying the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's authority to establish interest rates and allow payment waivers and interest forgiveness; authorizing financial institutions, mortgage lenders, and other loan originators to originate downpayment loans; and reducing the borrower's required personal contribution toward the downpayment. Authorizes borrowers to use a portion of a downpayment loan to pay for closing costs, prepaids, and reserves for the purchase of the residential property for which the downpayment loan is provided. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
SB3089 |
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HB2271 HD2 SD1 CD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-1 and BU-10; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining units (1) and (10) and their excluded counterparts to resolve issues related to temporary hazard pay for fiscal year 2025-2026. Authorizes the use of the general fund appropriations to restore the temporary reclassifications for temporary hazard pay payouts to the appropriate departments to provide for the repayment of the general fund loan. Specifies that emergency appropriations made under Act 29, Session Laws of Hawaii 2025, do not lapse until June 30, 2027. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB3090 |
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HB2272 HD1 SD1 CD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-11; Emergency Appropriations ($)
MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining unit (11) and their excluded counterparts, including health premium payments and the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB3091 |
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HB2273 HD1 SD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-14; Emergency Appropriations ($)
MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.
Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining unit (14) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 04-24-26 9:00AM in conference room 016. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB3092 |
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HB2274 HD1
Funds; Emergency Appropriations
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Appropriates general funds to various programs due to anticipated operating shortfalls because of the lack of authority to transfer funds between programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB3093 |
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HB2275 HD1 SD2 CD2
Operations; Mass Transit Special Fund; Disaster Recovery and Relief; Major Disaster Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.
Appropriates moneys to certain programs for operations in FY26-27. Appropriates moneys into and out of the Major Disaster Fund to address disaster recovery and response costs. Allows the Governor to authorize the transfer to state agencies of up to $100,000,000 in funds appropriated out of the Major Disaster Fund to address an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare arising from an emergency. (CD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB3094 |
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HB2276 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; Investment Office Staff Salary Determination
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND INVESTMENT OFFICE STAFF SALARIES.
Enables the Board of Trustees of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to establish appropriate salaries for the investment office staff of the Trust Fund after conducting a market analysis of commensurate salaries in the private sector. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 810). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
SB3095 |
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HB2279 HD1 SD1 CD1
Expungement Orders; Violations
RELATING TO EXPUNGEMENT ORDERS.
Amends the expungement orders law to reflect that a person who is arrested for or charged with a crime but convicted of a violation is eligible for an expungement of their arrest record for that incident. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
SB3098 |
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HB2280 HD1
Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE EMERGENCY AND BUDGET RESERVE FUND.
Appropriates moneys out of the Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to maintain the levels of programs determined to be essential to education, public health, and public welfare, to provide for counter cyclical economic and employment programs of economic downturn, to restore facilities destroyed or damaged or services disrupted by disaster, and to meet other emergencies declared by the Governor or determined to be urgent by the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB3099 |
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HB2281
Department of Budget and Finance.
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Short form bill. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB3100 |
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HB2282 HD1 SD1 CD1
Insurance Code; Premium Increase; Adjuster; Independent Bill Reviewer; Producer; Disciplinary Licensing Action; Notice Requirements; Cancellation; Nonrenewal; Purchase Group
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires insurers to provide explanation of premium increases upon request; clarifies grounds for denial, suspension, and revocation of an adjuster or independent bill reviewer license; clarifies procedures for denying, suspending, and revoking an insurance producer license; and amends the notice requirements for cancellation or nonrenewal of a property insurance policy. Clarifies the date on which purchase groups are required to pay an annual service fee. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN, JDC |
SB3101 |
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HB2283 HD1
DOT; DCCA; Port Pilots; Licensure; Pilotage Waters
RELATING TO PORT PILOTAGE.
Clarifies the consulting role and responsibilities of the Department of Transportation in the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' development and implementation of pilot licensure standards, requirements, and criteria. Repeals the inclusion of Port Allen as part of the waters of the State that are regulated by statutory pilotage requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/19/2026- The committee on TRS deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, CPN |
SB3102 |
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HB2284 HD1
DHS; PUC; Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY ASSISTANCE.
Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program within the Department of Human Services to assist qualifying households in paying their energy bills. Requires the Public Utilities Commission Public Benefits Fee Administrator to provide certain information and assistance to recipients of the program. Appropriates funds to implement the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP/HSH, CPC, FIN |
SB3103 |
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HB2287
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Correctional Workers; Peer Support Counseling
RELATING TO PEER SUPPORT COUNSELING.
Includes correctional workers as protected participants in peer support counseling sessions, giving them the same confidentiality protections provided to law enforcement officers and emergency services personnel. |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, JHA |
SB3106 |
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HB2288 HD2
Parole Eligibility; Required Programs
RELATING TO PAROLE ELIGIBILITY.
Expands the types of programs in which a committed person may participate to be eligible for parole. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to PSM, JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
SB3107 |
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HB2289 HD1 SD2 CD1
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Automated Victim Information and Notification System Special Fund; Expenditure Ceiling
RELATING TO THE EXPENDITURE CEILING ON THE AUTOMATED VICTIM INFORMATION AND NOTIFICATION SYSTEM SPECIAL FUND.
Repeals the statutory expenditure ceiling on the Automated Victim Information and Notification System Special Fund to address rising program costs and growing victim service demands. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
SB3108 |
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HB2291 HD1
Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Program; Civil-Military Program; Nā Kula Alakaʻi; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemption
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Clarifies that employees of the Hawaii National Guard youth and adult educational programs are excluded from collective bargaining. Renames the "Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Program" to the "Hawaii National Guard Civil-Military Program" and codifies its Hawaiian name, "Nā Kula Alakaʻi". Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
SB3110 |
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HB2292 HD2
HIEMA; Special Project Positions; Civil Service; Exemption
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
Authorizes the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to convert temporary special project positions created for Federal Emergency Management Agency funded disaster recovery operations into permanent positions exempt from civil service, subject to certain limitations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
SB3111 |
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HB2293 HD2 SD1 CD1
DOE; Harm to Students Registry; Employee; Definition; Exemption for Students
RELATING TO THE HARM TO STUDENTS REGISTRY.
Clarifies the scope of the Department of Education's harm to students registry by excluding K-12 students and by providing that contractors and volunteers are included only if their roles involves interaction with students. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, JDC |
SB3112 |
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HB2294 HD2
Public Schools; DOE; Land Transfer
RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL LAND TRANSFER.
Amends Act 307, SLH 2022, to revise tax map key numbers and the conveyance process by which identified properties are to be conveyed to the Department of Education. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/WLA, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/WLA, WAM |
SB3113 |
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HB2296 HD1 SD2
DOE; School Cafeteria Meals; Costs
RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.
Requires the Department of Education to charge not less than one-quarter of the cost of preparing a school meal for each school meal. (SD2) |
(H)
4/24/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB3115 |
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HB2297 HD1 SD2 CD1
Department of Education; Adult and Community Education; Scope of Programs
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Updates Hawaii's statutory framework for adult and community education programs to ensure alignment with federal funding requirements and current best practices in those programs. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB3116 |
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HB2298 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/PSM, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/PSM, WAM |
SB3117 |
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HB2300 HD1 SD1 CD1
DOE; Procurement; Small Purchases; Local Produce and Packaged Food Products; Written Quotes; Parceling
RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROCUREMENT.
Adjusts the applicability of Act 134, SLH 2025, to clarify the threshold for Department of Education procurement of local edible produce and packaged food products. Prohibits the artificial division and parceling of DOE procurements of local edible produce and packaged food products. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB3119 |
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HB2301 HD1
DOE; DCCA; Private Trade, Vocational, and Technical Schools; Licensing
RELATING TO SCHOOL LICENSURE.
Transfers the licensing authority of private trade, vocational, and technical schools from the Department of Education to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/26/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, CPC |
SB3120 |
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HB2302
Department of Education
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Short form bill relating to education. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to EDN, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN |
SB3121 |
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HB2304 HD1
Educational Gifts; Donor-conditioned Educational Awards; School-conditioned Enrollment; Conditional Gifts; Contractual Relationships
RELATING TO PRIVATE SUPPORT OF EDUCATION.
Clarifies that free tuition at private educational institutions are to be considered conditional gifts that support educational advancements rather than contractual obligations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/10/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, JHA |
SB3123 |
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HB2305 HD1
Hawaii Medical Board; Physician; Nutrition; Continuing Medical Education Requirement
RELATING TO PHYSICIAN CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires nutrition and metabolic education as part of the physician continuing medical education requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC |
SB3124 |
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HB2306 HD1
Income Tax; Income Tax Brackets; Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit; Disallowance Period; Earned Income Tax Credit; Food/Excise Tax Credit
RELATING TO INCOME TAX.
Repeals future adjustments to income tax brackets. For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, increases the income tax rates for the three highest income tax brackets by one percentage point each. Increases a taxpayer's applicable percentage of employment-related expenses that is used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit. Establishes certain disallowance periods following a final decision that a claim for the credit was due to fraud and that the claim was disallowed. Extends the sunset for amendments made by Act 163, SLH 2023, to the Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit, Earned Income Tax Credit, and Food/Excise Tax Credit. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB3125 |
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HB2308 HD1
DHHL; HHCA; Hawaiian Home Land Lessees; Loans
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED.
Amends the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended, to increase the State's liability limit for moneys borrowed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, or loans made to lessees that are guaranteed by the Department, from $100,000,000 to $500,000,000. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB3127 |
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HB2309 HD1 SD1 CD1
HHCA; Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; Eligible Transferees and Successors to Homestead Leases
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920.
Amends the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended, to include children of a sibling as qualifying relatives of lessees for the purposes of lease transfer and lease successorship, in the same manner currently allowed for spouses, children, grandchildren, and siblings. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN, JDC |
SB3128 |
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HB2310 HD1 SD1 CD1
DHS; Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program; Federal Government Shutdown; Emergency Appropriation; Affordable Care Act; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
Part I: 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. Part II: Appropriates funds to supplement premium contributions due to participating health plans. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
SB3129 |
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HB2311
Department of Human Services; Health Care
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Short form bill relating to health care. |
(H)
1/30/2026- Referred to HLT, referral sheet 5 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT |
SB3130 |
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HB2314 HD2 SD1 CD1
Department of Health; State Emergency Medical Systems of Care; State Emergency Medical Services; Community Paramedicine Program; Integrated Mobile Health Care; Advisory Council
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SYSTEMS OF CARE.
Modernizes Hawaii's emergency medical services laws to align with current best practices and adopt a time-sensitive emergency medical systems of care model. Expands the Community Paramedicine Program to include integrated mobile health care; permit additional partnerships with professional organizations and educational institutions; and authorize certain telehealth services by providers located in or out of the State, under certain circumstances. Renames the State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council the Hawaii Emergency Medical Systems of Care Advisory Council and amends its membership. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
SB3134 |
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HB2315 HD1 SD1
DOH; Vacation Payout Pilot Program; Home Purchases; Down Payment Assistance; Reports
RELATING TO STATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.
Authorizes the Department of Health to establish a vacation payout pilot program in which eligible Department of Health employees may defer unused vacation leave credits in favor of a pay out to provide home purchase down payment assistance. Requires reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2029. (SD1) |
(H)
4/24/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS/LBT, WAM |
SB3135 |
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HB2316
Department of Health; Drinking Water; Water Infrastructure; Lead-free Materials
RELATING TO LEAD MATERIALS IN WATER INFRASTRUCTURE.
Amends prohibitions on the use of lead materials in drinking water distribution to align with the Safe Drinking Water Act and related Code of Federal Regulations. |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, JHA |
SB3136 |
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HB2319 HD2 SD1 CD1
DOH; SHPDA; Function and Responsibilities; Certificate of Need Exemption
RELATING TO THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Amends the functions and responsibilities of the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Adds a new definition of "health care" for the purposes of health planning and resource development and health care cost control. Increase the certificate of need exemption threshold for bed changes to up to thirty per cent of existing licensed beds. Exempts health care facilities or services operated by the Department of Health from certificate of need requirements. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
SB3139 |
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HB2321 HD1
Uniform Controlled Substances Act
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT.
Updates the Uniform Controlled Substances Act to make it consistent with amendments in the Federal Controlled Substances Act as required under state law. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
SB3141 |
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HB2322
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Order; Dangerous Intoxication
RELATING TO DANGEROUS INTOXICATION.
Establishes the offenses of dangerous intoxication and habitual dangerous intoxication. Provides for civil protective custody and transport for emergency examination under section 334-45, HRS, in lieu of arrest for dangerous intoxication in specified circumstances, and bars prosecution when civil protective custody is used. Requires probation with mandatory treatment for habitual dangerous intoxication, with incarceration only upon probation violation. Makes conforming amendments to chapter 334, HRS. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB3142 |
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HB2323 HD2
DLIR; Workers' Compensation; Modernization of Data System; Treatment Plans; Vocational Rehabilitation Plans; Electronic Submission of Reports
RELATING TO THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW.
Repeals outdated mail and triplicate form requirements. Clarifies how a physician transmits a treatment plan to an employer. Clarifies the timeframe for when an employer must submit an objection to a vocational rehabilitation plan and when a vocational rehabilitation plan is deemed received by an employer. Requires electronic submission of various reports to the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/17/2026- Re-Referred to LBT/HHS, CPN. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/HHS, CPN |
SB3143 |
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HB2324 HD2 SD1
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; Occupational Safety and Health Administration; Complaints; Determinations; Hoisting Machine Operators Advisory Board
RELATING TO THE HAWAII OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH LAW.
Repeals the requirement that the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations regulate hoisting machines and certify their operators and the Hoisting Machine Operators Advisory Board, including its rules requiring a separate state crane operator certificate. Allows additional time for the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations to complete an investigation of a discharge or discrimination complaint pertaining to employees exercising rights under the Occupational Safety and Health Law without formal extension. (SD1) |
(S)
4/7/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, JDC |
SB3144 |
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HB2325 HD1
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; Commission on Water Resource Management; Civil Service; Exemptions
RELATING TO CIVIL SERVICE EXEMPT POSITIONS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Exempts certain positions within the State Historic Preservation Division and Commission on Water Resource Management within the Department of Land and Natural Resources from the state civil service law. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WLA/LBT, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA/LBT, WAM |
SB3145 |
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HB2329 HD1 SD1 CD1
Conformity to the Internal Revenue Code for 2025; Income Tax; Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax
RELATING TO CONFORMITY TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Conforms Hawaii income and estate and generation-skipping transfer tax laws to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended as of December 31, 2025. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAM |
SB3149 |
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HB2331
Department of Taxation
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Short form bill relating to taxation. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
FIN |
SB3151 |
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HB2332 HD1
DOT; Harbors; Commercial Ports
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL PORT ADMINISTRATION.
Renames the Harbors Division of the Department of Transportation to the Commercial Ports Division and distinguishes between the terms "harbor" and "commercial port" throughout the Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
SB3152 |
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HB2333 HD2
DOT; Airport; Airport Special Districts; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to designate airport special districts within airports statewide. Increases penalties for certain aeronautics law violations by reclassifying them from civil violations to petty misdemeanors. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/9/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
SB3153 |
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HB2334 HD1
DOT; National Environmental Policy Act; NEPA Assignment
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to assume responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for highway projects, as well as railroad, public transportation, or multimodal projects within the State, allowing streamlined environmental reviews. Provides a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to comply with federal requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, EEP, JHA |
SB3154 |
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HB2335 HD1 SD2
DHRD; Workforce Development; Internships; Internal Recruitment; Civil Service Positions; Minimum Qualifications
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes that certain participants in state-funded internship and workforce development programs are eligible for internal recruitment. Authorizes any state department, division, or agency to make certain determinations regarding an applicant's minimum qualifications in conducting a minimum qualification review. Repeals the requirement that a state department, division, or agency shall submit to the Department of Human Resources Development the applications for individuals who have met the minimum qualifications for a vacant position. Repeals the requirement that DHRD shall complete certain necessary tasks to facilitate the hiring of applications. Authorizes the director or head of a state department, division, or agency to directly hire an individual who meets the minimum qualifications for a civil service position. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
SB3155 |
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HB2336 HD1
DOT; Federal Military Facilities; Department Services; Agreements
RELATING TO FEDERAL MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to enter into agreements with the United States Department of Defense for the provision of services at federal military installations, under certain conditions. Authorizes charging an administrative fee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to TRS, JDC/WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC/WAM |
SB3156 |
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HB2337 HD1
Department of Transportation; Transportation; Automated Speed Enforcement System; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Removes county-specific expenditure restrictions for funds in the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund. Requires unencumbered and unexpended revenues from the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund in excess of a certain amount as of June 30 of each year to lapse to the general fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/3/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
SB3157 |
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HB2338 HD1 SD1 CD1
University of Hawaii; Hawaii Community College Promise Program
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM.
Addresses the change in federal law regarding Pell Grants by amending the Hawaii Community College Promise Program (Hawaii Promise) to provide scholarships for ninety-five percent of a student's unmet direct cost need and exclude grants, scholarships, and other funding sources from the calculation of Hawaii Promise awards, thereby allowing students to apply such funds toward indirect costs, including housing, food, and other living expenses, to reduce financial barriers and support student success. Changes Hawaii Promise from being a last-dollar award. Authorizes Hawaii Promise to coordinate with federal student aid programs to maximize total financial assistance available to students. Effective 7/1/2026. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB3158 |
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HB2339 HD1 SD1 CD1
UH; Board of Regents; Authorization of Revenue Bonds; Capital Improvement Projects; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII REVENUE BONDS.
Authorizes the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii to issue revenue bonds for the purpose of financing qualifying priority capital improvement projects. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
SB3159 |
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HB2340 HD1
UH; Maui Wildfire Exposure Study; Maui Health Registry; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an emergency appropriation for fiscal year 2025–2026 to the University of Hawaii to expand and sustain the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study and Maui Health Registry. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
SB3160 |
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HB2341
University of Hawaii
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Short form bill relating to the University of Hawaii. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to HED, referral sheet 6 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HED |
SB3161 |
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HB2343 HD1 SD1
Maui State Veterans Home; HHSC; Oahu Regional Health Care System; State Agency; Maui Affiliation; Transfer; Deadline
RELATING TO VETERANS.
Repeals the 6/30/2027 deadline by which the Maui State Veterans Home must be assimilated into a state agency having a Maui affiliation and instead requires the assimilation to be completed as soon as practicable. (SD1) |
(H)
5/19/2026- Act 018, on 05/19/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1118). |
YAMASHITA, AMATO, MIYAKE, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, WAM |
SB2545 |
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HB2344 HD1 SD2 CD1
Governor; Department of Accounting and General Services; Department of Education; Public School Realignment and Closure Commission; Reports; Appropriation ($)
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 reports to the Legislature. Requires an expedited approval process for the recommended school consolidations, realignments, and closures. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
YAMASHITA, CHUN, GARRETT, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KONG, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
SB2541 |
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HB2345 HD1 SD2
DOE; SFA; CIP; Districts; Transfer; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish geographically based capital improvement project districts for the localized management of capital improvement projects. Transfers all capital improvement project functions, funds, and vacant Facilities Development Branch positions from the Department of Education to the School Facilities Authority. Clarifies that general funds shall not be used for operations or management of the Authority. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
YAMASHITA, CHUN, GARRETT, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, LEE, M., MARTEN, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB2548 |
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HB2347 HD1
Mobile Vehicle Safety Inspections; Pilot Program; Department of Transportation
RELATING TO VEHICLE SAFETY.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to implement a pilot program to allow for mobile vehicle safety inspections for passenger cars. Establishes a four-year sunset date on the pilot program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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). |
GEDEON, ALCOS, GARCIA, KAHALOA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, SHIMIZU, Kila |
TRN, CPC |
SB2355 |
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HB2349 HD1
DCCA; DBDET; 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 Business Development and Support Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
GEDEON, GARCIA, KAHALOA, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, SHIMIZU, TAKENOUCHI |
ECD, CPC |
SB2354 |
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HB2355
Illegal Gambling; Real Property; Forfeiture; Crime
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Authorizes the forfeiture of real property when used to commit promoting gambling in the first or second degree regardless of whether it was committed without the knowledge and consent of the owner. Authorizes the forfeiture of real property under the gambling forfeiture section. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
MURAOKA, ALCOS, BELATTI, GARCIA, HUSSEY, KILA, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA |
JHA |
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HB2358 HD2
DLE; Law Enforcement Investigators; Adjutant General; Deputy Adjutant General; Fire Marshal; Deputy Fire Marshal; Director of Law Enforcement; Deputy Director of Law Enforcement; Employees' Retirement System; Allowances; Pension
RELATING TO RETIREMENT.
Includes the Chief Investigator and Chief Special Investigator of the Department of Law Enforcement as class A members of the pension and retirement system. Establishes guidance for the computation of retirement benefits for the Adjutant General, Deputy Adjutant General, Fire Marshal, and Deputy Fire Marshal. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to LBT, WAM. |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LEE, M., MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
LBT, WAM |
SB2832 |
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HB2359 HD1
DHRD; ERS; EUTF; Public Employment; Retirants; State and County Positions; 89-Day Contracts; 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 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
SAYAMA, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
LAB, FIN |
SB2672 |
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HB2360 HD2
DLIR; Family Leave; Medical Leave; Insurance Program; Benefits ($)
RELATING TO PAID FAMILY LEAVE.
By 1/1/2029, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to establish a family and medical leave insurance program and begin collecting payroll contributions to finance payment of benefits. By 1/1/2030, requires the Department to begin receiving claims and paying benefits under the program. Specifies eligibility requirements and employee protections under the program. Excludes paid family and medical leave benefits from income tax. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to LBT/CPN, WAM/JDC. |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GARRETT, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
LBT/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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HB2361 HD1 SD1 CD1
DLNR; Kaneohe Bay Regional Council; Administrative Support; Chairperson; Meeting Frequency
RELATING TO THE KANEOHE BAY REGIONAL COUNCIL.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to provide administrative support to the Kaneohe Bay Regional Council. Requires the chairperson of the Council to be selected by the voting members from among all voting and nonvoting members on an annual and rotating basis. Requires the Council to meet quarterly. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KITAGAWA, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO, Morikawa, Reyes Oda |
WLA, WAM |
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HB2362 HD1
Housing; Building Permits; Automatic Approval; Retrofitting; Hurricane Resistant Housing
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the counties to automatically approve permits for hurricane retrofitting under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
MATSUMOTO, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GEDEON, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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HB2367 HD1
Employment; Job Listing; Disclosure; Wage Transparency; 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/16/2026- Re-Referred to LBT, JDC/CPN. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
LBT, JDC/CPN |
SB2150 |
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HB2369 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 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)
2/12/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MARTEN, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
SB2442 |
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HB2372 HD1
Assisted Community Treatment; Medication; Administration; Registered Nurses; Community Paramedicine Program; Health Care Professionals
RELATING TO ASSISTED COMMUNITY TREATMENT.
Authorizes registered nurses and qualified state-licensed health care professionals who are participating in a community paramedicine program approved by the Department of Health who are licensed by the State to administer medication as part of an assisted community treatment order's treatment plan to the subject of the order, under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/23/2026- This measure has been deleted from the meeting scheduled on Wednesday 02-25-26 2:00PM in conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
HLT, JHA |
SB2858 |
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HB2375 HD2 SD1
DOT; Disability and Communication Access Board; Working Group; Uniform Towing Practices for Public Parking Facilities; Uniform Standards
RELATING TO TOWING PRACTICES.
Establishes a Uniform Towing Practices for Public Parking Facilities Working Group within the Department of Transportation to examine existing state and county laws, ordinances, rules, and administrative practices relating to towing from public parking facilities and develop recommendations for uniform standards applicable to towing from state and county parking facilities. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/9/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
MARTEN, AMATO, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
TRS, WAM |
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HB2381 HD1
Public Charter Schools; Per-pupil Allocation; Weighted Student Formula; TNBCIP; Teacher Differential
RELATING TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Establishes a Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program to incentivize public charter school teachers who achieve national board certification under the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Requires that incentives paid to public charter school teachers under the Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program established for public charter school teachers and other teacher differentials be paid from funds appropriated to the State Public Charter School Commission, instead of the per-pupil allocation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
REYES ODA, ALCOS, COCHRAN, GARCIA, HASHEM, HOLT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LEE, M., OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE |
EDN, FIN |
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HB2382
CIP; 40th Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTIETH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 40th representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
REYES ODA |
FIN |
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HB2383 HD1
Workforce Development; Workforce Pell Grant Program; Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
RELATING TO THE WORKFORCE PELL GRANT PROGRAM.
Establishes a statewide framework for the implementation of the federal Workforce Pell Grant Program to provide financial aid for certain short-term workforce education and training programs. Establishes a Workforce Pell Grant Program Approval Committee within the Workforce Development Council. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
GARRETT |
LAB, HED, FIN |
SB3282 |
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HB2384 HD2
UH; Student-Athletes; Compensation; NIL; Policies; Protections; Educational Support; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STUDENT-ATHLETE COMPENSATION.
Affirms student-athletes' rights to engage in name, image, and likeness activities for compensation. Requires the University of Hawaii to adopt policies governing institutional name, image, and likeness agreements and other aspects of name, image, and likeness activity consistent with federal law, rules by an intercollegiate athletics governing body such as the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and Title IX. Establishes certain transparency and accountability requirements in the administration of institutional name, image, and likeness activities. Provides protections and educational support for student-athletes who enter into name, image, and likeness agreements. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM/CPN. |
GARRETT, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
EDU, WAM/CPN |
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HB2385 HD3 SD1 CD1
HHFDC; Housing Development Projects; General Excise Tax Exemptions; County Housing Incentive Programs
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Beginning 1/1/2027, authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, instead of the counties, to approve and certify general excise tax exemptions for certain housing development projects developed under county housing incentive programs. Sunsets 7/1/2031. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, GARCIA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, REYES ODA, TAM |
HOU, WAM |
SB2676 |
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HB2386 HD2 SD2
PUC; Water Carriers; Tariffs; Automatic Adjustment Mechanism; Rate Adjustments; Rules
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish automatic adjustment mechanisms by rules that include specified criteria. Grants Governor veto-authority over the rules. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to waive or exempt any water carrier from any requirement under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Repeals 7/1/2032. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
MIYAKE, CHUN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI |
CPN/TRS, WAM |
SB2694 |
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HB2387 HD1
Firefighters; Workers' Compensation Medical Benefits; Cancer; Disease
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, cervix, colon, esophagus, ovary, pharynx, skin, female reproductive organs, including the uterus, endometrium, and fallopian tubes, and thyroid; and malignant melanoma. Specifies that an employer may deny medical benefits under workers' compensation law only if they prove that the cancer or disease was not associated with firefighting duties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
LBT, WAM |
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HB2388 HD2 SD1
Public Notices; Electronic Posting Pilot Project; County-Wide Notice; County Clerks; Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC NOTICE.
Establishes the Electronic Posting Pilot Project for any county with a population between one hundred thousand and 175,000, to be administered by the county clerk of each participating county. Allows county agencies to satisfy county-wide public notice requirements by posting notices on official county websites, while retaining publication as an option. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM |
GVO, WAM |
SB2929 |
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HB2390
Habitual Property Crime; Sentencing; Felony; Penalties; Theft
RELATING TO PENALTIES.
Increases the offense of habitual property crime from a class C felony to a class B felony. Increases the sentencing structure for convictions of habitual property crime. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, OLDS, PIERICK, QUINLAN, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB2391 HD1
General Excise Tax; Tax Holiday; School Supplies
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a general excise tax holiday on school supplies. Requires businesses to pass the savings from the general excise tax holiday to consumers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/CPN, WAM. |
ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, HUSSEY, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, PIERICK, SHIMIZU, Kila |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
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HB2394
CIP; 41st Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-FIRST REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 41st representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
ALCOS |
FIN |
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HB2395 HD2 SD1 CD1
DLNR; Taking of Marine Deposits; Permits; Approvals
RELATING TO THE TAKING OF MARINE DEPOSITS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to issue permits for research, education, management, or propagation purposes that include the taking of marine deposits seaward of the shoreline, as long as the resources will be returned to the beach if possible and that the taking poses no more than a minimal or negligible risk to the environment. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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HB2397 HD2 SD1
Pre-Kindergarten; Charter Schools; Capacity; School Impact Fees; School Facilities Special Fund; Transfer; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Transfers school impact fees from the Kalihi-Ala Moana school impact district to the School Impact Fees subaccount of the School Facilities Special Fund for the acquisition and renovation of one or more buildings, or the acquisition of land and construction of a new building, in the 96813 zip code to develop and expand pre-kindergarten and charter school capacity. Provides that the funds appropriated and expended shall be used to serve students residing within the Kalihi-Ala Moana school impact district, with certain exceptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, ALCOS, AMATO, GARRETT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TARNAS |
HOU/EDU, WAM |
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HB2398 HD1 SD1
DOE; BOE; Hawaii State Public Library System; State Librarian; Public Library System Facilities; Land Use
RELATING TO LIBRARIES.
Clarifies that the Board of Education, through the State Librarian, has exclusive authority over the development, use, support, and improvement and maintenance of public library system facilities. Allows the Board of Education to authorize the State Librarian to exercise exclusive control of certain land for development or expansion purposes, subject to legislative appropriation. Requires the Department of Education to expeditiously cooperate with the State Librarian and Hawaii State Public Library System to effectuate any project authorized by the Board of Education on certain lands. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, CHUN, GARRETT, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2399 HD1
State Public Charter School Commission; Prekindergarten-only Public Charter Schools; Funding; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.
Appropriates funds to the State Public Charter School Commission for prekindergarten-only public charter schools. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
HOLT, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2400 HD1
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
HOLT, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
SB2785 |
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HB2402
Promoting Gambling in the Third Degree; Misdemeanor
RELATING TO GAMBLING.
Establishes the misdemeanor offense of promoting gambling in the third degree. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
HOLT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, SHIMIZU, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO, Amato |
JHA |
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HB2404 HD1
Cooperative Associations
RELATING TO COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATIONS.
Changes the name of entities organized under chapter 421C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, from consumer cooperative associations to cooperative associations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
HUSSEY, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KUSCH, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, Reyes Oda |
CPC, JHA |
SB2922 |
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HB2407
Taxation; Net Investment Income Tax
RELATING TO NET INVESTMENT INCOME TAX.
Establishes a net investment income tax. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
HUSSEY, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, PERRUSO |
FIN |
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HB2410 HD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Economic Diversification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to support certain programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
ILAGAN |
ECD, FIN |
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HB2411 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Employer-Led Sector Partnerships Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Establishes and appropriates funds into and out of the Hawaii Employer-Led Sector Partnerships Special Fund. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to coordinate its sector partnership activities with the Workforce Development Council. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB2412
CIP; Eighth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE EIGHTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the eighth representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
TARNAS |
FIN |
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HB2413 HD1 SD2
Bail; Pretrial Release; Nonviolent Offenders
RELATING TO PRETRIAL REFORM.
Requires release on recognizance for defendants charged with violations, traffic offenses, nonviolent petty misdemeanors, nonviolent misdemeanors, and nonviolent class C felonies, subject to conditions. Establishes exclusions for specified offenses, threats to public safety, and certain other circumstances. Requires findings when bail or detention is imposed, ongoing review of continued detention or conditions, and a prompt hearing if bail cannot be posted. Requires prosecutors to notify victims of pretrial decisions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
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4/14/2026- Failed to pass Third Reading. Ayes, 9; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Kanuha . Noes, 16 (Senator(s) Awa, DeCoite, DeCorte, Dela Cruz, Elefante, Fevella, Gabbard, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kidani, Kim, Lamosao, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai). Excused, 0 (none). |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
PSM, JDC |
SB3208 |
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HB2414 HD1
Hawaii Penal Code; 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 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/13/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Chun, Kong, Kusch excused (3). |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KUSCH, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
JHA, FIN |
SB2721 |
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HB2415 HD2
DOT; Safe Routes to School; Pedestrian Safety Improvements; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation to install pedestrian safety improvements at sites abutting school properties, with consideration for other sites. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/3/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KILA, ALCOS, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
TRN, EDN, FIN |
SB3234 |
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HB2416 HD1 SD1
UH; Maritime Youth Apprenticeship Pathway Program; Study; University of Hawaii Community College System; Workforce Development; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A MARITIME YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAY PROGRAM.
Directs the University of Hawaii Community College System, in partnership with state agencies and maritime employers, to conduct a study and develop a plan for a statewide Maritime Youth Apprenticeship Pathway Program for individuals ages 16 to 24. Requires a report to the Legislature with recommendations on program structure, resource needs, proposed legislation and implementation options. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
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3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KILA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB3050 |
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HB2417 HD2 SD1 CD1
Administrative Driver's License Revocation; Notice; Disclosure
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE LICENSE REVOCATION.
Clarifies administrative driver's license revocation procedures by specifying the effect of the notice of administrative revocation and conforming related administrative review and hearing provisions. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KILA, CHUN, EVSLIN, HARTSFIELD, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MIYAKE, MURAOKA, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRS, JDC/WAM |
SB3182 |
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HB2422
CIP; Nineteenth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINETEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the nineteenth representative district. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
HASHEM |
FIN |
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HB2423 HD3 SD1
DBEDT; DOT; Biodiesel; Minimum Fuel Requirement; On-Highway Diesel-Powered Motor Vehicles; Report
RELATING TO BIODIESEL.
Requires the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to implement a requirement that, no later than January 1, 2028, diesel fuel sold in certain counties for use in on-highway diesel-powered motor vehicles contains no less than five per cent biodiesel by volume, except in circumstances where the supply of biodiesel is insufficient. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to submit a report to the Legislature, including a comprehensive rollout plan. Requires the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to consult with the Department of Transportation during the development and implementation of the biodiesel requirements and present DBEDT's comprehensive rollout plan to the public. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:35PM in Conference Room 411. |
KUSCH, AMATO, CHUN, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, TAKENOUCHI, WOODSON, Lowen, Reyes Oda |
TRN, ECD, CPC, FIN |
SB2255 |
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HB2424 HD2
Land Use Commission; County Planning Agencies; District Boundary Amendment Petition; Agricultural District; Rural District
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Between 7/1/2026 and 12/31/2028, authorizes each county planning agency to petition the Land Use Commission for a district boundary amendment to reclassify certain lands within the agricultural district to the rural district through the district boundary amendment process. Repeals 12/31/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/19/2026- The recommendation was not adopted. |
KUSCH, CHUN, EVSLIN, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, REYES ODA, TARNAS |
WLA/EIG, JDC |
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HB2426 HD1 SD1
Wailuku River State Park; Expansion; Eminent Domain; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE PARKS.
Authorizes and appropriates funds for the expansion of Wailuku River State Park. Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to exercise the power of eminent domain for the expansion of Wailuku River State Park. Effective 6/30/2864. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KUSCH, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MORIKAWA, WOODSON |
WLA, WAM/JDC |
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HB2427 HD3
Department of Education; Office of Youth Services; Unaccompanied Homeless Youth; Enrollment; Provisional Attendance
RELATING TO UNACCOMPANIED HOMELESS YOUTH.
Entitles unaccompanied homeless youth, including runaway youth, with the rights, as provided by the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987, to immediate enrollment in school, full participation in school activities, and access to comparable school and educational services provided to other students. Establishes a student-centered, safety-first protocol for unaccompanied homeless youth enrolling in or attending school. Permits unaccompanied homeless youth to provisionally enroll in school without providing immunization records. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
OLDS, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
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HB2429 HD2 SD2 CD1
DBEDT; Department of Taxation; Taxation; Tax Expenditure Disclosure and Evaluation; Income Tax Credits; General Excise and Related Use Tax Exemptions
RELATING TO TAX EXPENDITURE EVALUATION.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, in collaboration with the Department of Taxation, to study the effectiveness of tax expenditures, prepare summary descriptive statistics, submit annual reports to the Legislature, and develop appropriate schedules and tax return forms to collect adequate information for evaluation of tax expenditures. Authorizes Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism staff to access certain information on tax returns to conduct evaluations of tax expenditures. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
YAMASHITA |
EDT, WAM |
SB3278 |
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HB2430
Campaign Finance; Contributions and Expenditures by Lobbyists During Legislative Sessions; County Candidates; Exemption
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Exempts county elected officials, county candidates, and county candidate committees from the prohibition on receiving contributions from a lobbyist during a state legislative session. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
YAMASHITA |
JHA |
SB3214 |
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HB2431 HD1
Real Property; Shoreline Erosion; Control Structures; Permits; 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 certain information about shoreline erosion control structures on the parcel. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
QUINLAN |
WAL, CPC |
SB3035 |
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HB2433 HD1 SD1
Hawaiian Language; State Law; Public Documents
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
Requires that priority be given to the language of a law that aligns with the intent of the Legislature if there is a difference between the English and Hawaiian versions of the law that is material to its interpretation. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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4/28/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 841). |
POEPOE, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, PERRUSO, Cochran |
HWN, JDC |
SB2314 |
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HB2436 HD1
DOE; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Arts Integration; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTS INTEGRATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Establishes within the Department of Education arts integration coordinator or specialist positions to support fine arts education and arts integration in public schools statewide. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
CAA, EDN, FIN |
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HB2437 HD1 SD1
Arts Education; Artists in the Schools Program; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTS EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts for the Artists in the Schools Program. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA |
WLA/EDU, WAM |
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HB2438 HD3 SD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Cultural Trust; Income Tax Credit; Special Number Plate
RELATING TO THE HAWAII CULTURAL TRUST.
Establishes the Hawaii Cultural Trust within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Establishes an income tax credit for contributions made to both the Hawaii Cultural Trust and at least one qualified Hawaii cultural organization, under certain conditions. Establishes a special number plate for motor vehicles to support the Hawaii Cultural Trust. Applies the income tax credit to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA |
EDT/WLA/TRS, WAM |
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HB2442 HD2
Parking; Persons with Disabilities
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Beginning 7/1/27, increases the number of required accessible and van-accessible parking spaces in parking facilities with more than twenty-five parking spaces that are covered by title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, with an exception for qualifying public entities managing large parking inventories that are otherwise compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HHS/TRS, WAM. |
AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
HHS/TRS, WAM |
SB2936 |
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HB2443 HD1 SD1 CD1
HIEMA; Individuals with Disabilities; Access and Functional Needs; Emergency Planning; Position; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO DISASTER SERVICES.
Integrates the needs of individuals with disabilities and others with access and functional needs into emergency planning, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities. Establishes a Disability Integration Specialist position, to be located in the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, who shall provide programming support for disability community projects that promote accessibility, inclusion, and equity in disaster management. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
PSM/HHS, WAM |
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HB2444 HD3
Low-Income Household Renters; Income Tax Credit; Income Eligibility Increase; Credit per Exemption
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the income eligibility limit and credit amount per exemption claimed for the income tax credit for low-income household renters. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HOU, WAM. |
TEMPLO, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HOU, WAM |
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HB2448 HD1
Offense of Prohibited Acts of Female Genital Mutilation of a Minor; Crime; Civil Remedies
RELATING TO FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION.
Establishes the offense of prohibited acts of female genital mutilation of a minor and civil remedies for victims of acts punishable under that offense. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to HHS, JDC. |
ICHIYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, HASHEM, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO |
HHS, JDC |
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HB2452 SD1 CD1
State Bonds; State Budget
RELATING TO STATE BONDS.
Authorizes issuance of general obligation bonds. Makes findings required by Article VII, Section 13, of the Hawaii State Constitution to declare that the issuance of authorized bonds will not cause the debt limit to be exceeded. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TODD |
WAM |
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HB2454 HD2
Safe Routes to School; Department of Transportation; Counties; Funding; Eligibility and Accountability
RELATING TO SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL.
Requires the Department of Transportation to administer the Safe Routes to School Program. Amends the purposes for which funds of the Safe Routes to School Special Fund may be used for. Establishes deadlines for when funds from Safe Routes to School Special Fund that are allocated to the counties should be obligated or expended by. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to TRS, WAM. |
LA CHICA, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GARCIA, HUSSEY, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
TRS, WAM |
SB2752 |
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HB2455 HD2 SD1
Employment Practices; Administrative Leave of Absence; Workplace Violence
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES.
Requires certain employers to provide administrative leave of absence for victims of workplace violence or threat of workplace violence. Expands the type of certification an employee may provide to an employer if the leave exceeds five days per calendar year. Prohibits retaliation against employees for exercising rights related to domestic violence, sexual violence, or workplace violence or threat of workplace violence. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 810). |
LA CHICA, AMATO, HARTSFIELD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, POEPOE, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
SB3186 |
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HB2456 HD1
DHS; Weight Loss; Obesity; Medicaid; GLP-1; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DRUGS FOR WEIGHT LOSS.
Requires the Department of Human Services to provide Medicaid prescription drug program recipients with coverage of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs for weight loss. Appropriates funds. (HD1) |
(H)
2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
LA CHICA |
HSH/HLT, FIN |
SB3195 |
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HB2457 HD1
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Emergency Preparedness; Community Resilience Hubs Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS.
Establishes the Community Resilience Hubs Pilot Program within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Requires a report. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Re-referred to PBS, FIN, referral sheet 14 |
BELATTI, KAPELA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
PBS, FIN |
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HB2458 HD3 SD1
DCCA; OCP; Surveillance Pricing; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SURVEILLANCE PRICING.
Requires the Office of Consumer Protection of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conduct a study to determine the extent to which companies operating in the State deploy surveillance pricing practices. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Re-Referred to LBT, CPN/WAM. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
LBT, CPN/WAM |
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HB2459 HD2
Food and Product Innovation Network; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Food Safety; Regulatory Integration; Performance Indicators; Market Access; Branding Initiatives; Reports; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE FOOD AND PRODUCT INNOVATION NETWORK.
Requires the Food and Product Innovation Network to integrate a coordinated food safety and regulatory framework. Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to establish performance indicators for the Food and Product Innovation Network, develop a market access strategy, align and harmonize state branding initiatives, and report certain data to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDT/AEN, WAM. |
KAHALOA, CHUN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
SB3320 |
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HB2465
Unauthorized Entry; Motor Vehicle; Property Damage; Felony
RELATING TO CRIME.
Allows the charge of unauthorized entry into motor vehicle in the first degree to be brought as a class B felony if property damage of $750 or more occurs or the person has a previous conviction for the same offense within the past five years. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
GEDEON, ALCOS, HARTSFIELD, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
JHA |
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HB2467
Revision Bill
A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO STATUTORY REVISION: AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII REVISED STATUTES OR THE SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSES OF CORRECTING ERRORS AND REFERENCES, CLARIFYING LANGUAGE, OR DELETING OBSOLETE OR UNNECESSARY PROVISIONS.
Amends or repeals various provisions of the HRS or the SLH for the purposes of correcting errors and references, clarifying language, or deleting obsolete or unnecessary provisions. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
SB3225 |
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HB2468 HD1 SD2
DLIR; DHRD; Internship Programs; Workforce Development; On-the-Job Training Work Experience Program; State Internship and Workforce Development Program; Minimum Qualifications; Civil Service; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS.
Amends the private sector On-the-Job Training Work Experience Program to allow the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to contract with employers and trade organizations or apprenticeship program sponsors without regard to chapters 103D and 103F, HRS; establish that an intern may become an apprentice in a registered apprenticeship program under certain conditions; require employers to pay $20 per hour for a maximum of 40 hours per week for all interns; provide, subject to certain limits, for the reimbursement of 100% of an intern's wages for employers, trade organizations, and sponsors having fewer than 50 employees, and 50% of an intern's wages for employers, trade organizations, and sponsors having 50 or more employees; and requires sponsors to pay, supervise, and train interns. Amends the State Internship and Workforce Development Program to require experience gained by interns to be applied towards the experience needed to meet minimum qualifications for civil service positions; require the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations and Department of Human Resources Development to develop guidelines for participation in the program; transfer certain program responsibilities from the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to the Department of Human Resources Development. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 3:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
NAKAMURA, GARRETT, SAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO |
LBT, WAM |
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HB2469 HD1 SD1
Legislature; LRB; Regular Session Review Working Group; Regular Sessions; Length; Year-Round; Technical Advisory Committee; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO A REGULAR SESSION REVIEW WORKING GROUP.
Establishes a Regular Session Review Working Group to develop a comprehensive plan and make recommendations to the Legislature on the adoption of an effective year-round legislative session calendar. Establishes a Technical Advisory Committee to advise the Regular Session Review Working Group. Requires reports to the Legislature. Requires report finalization and drafting assistance from the Legislative Reference Bureau. Dissolves the Working Group and Advisory Committee on 6/30/2028. Appropriates funds. Effective 10/18/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA, GRANDINETTI, KAPELA, PERRUSO |
GVO, WAM |
SB3216 |
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HB2472 HD1 SD1
Hawaii EUTF; Assistant Administrator; Salary Determination ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND STAFF SALARIES.
Authorizes the Board of Trustees of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to establish the salary for the Assistant Administrator. Requires the board to first conduct a market analysis of commensurate salaries in the private sector. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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4/30/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 801). |
NAKAMURA, HARTSFIELD, HOLT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, TEMPLO |
LBT, WAM |
SB3264 |
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HB2473 HD2
OPSD; Hawaii State Planning Act; Hawaiian Sense of Place Recognition Act
RELATING TO THE RECOGNITION OF A HAWAIIAN SENSE OF PLACE.
Establishes the Hawaiian Sense of Place Recognition Act. Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to develop educational and outreach programs to promote understanding of the Hawaiian sense of place among residents, visitors, and public employees. Requires state agencies to incorporate Hawaiian sense of place principles into land planning, management, and state construction projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
ECD/LAB, JHA, FIN |
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HB2474 HD1 SD2 CD1
Legislature; Governor; International Relations; International Cooperative Agreements; Sister-State or Province Partnerships; Hawaii Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission
RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
Authorizes the State to enter into nonbinding international cooperative agreements with national governments; national ministries, departments, or agencies; provincial or regional governments; or international intergovernmental bodies relevant to the interests of the State or an international partner. Expands the definition of sister-state or province partnerships to include a partnership between the State and a prefecture or foreign nation. Requires the Hawaii Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission to evaluate how a sister-state or province partnership or international cooperative agreement will enhance certain key state initiatives. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KILA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
WLA/EDT, WAM |
SB3280 |
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HB2475 HD1 SD1 CD1
ʻŌkolehao; Distilled Spirits; Labeling Requirements
RELATING TO LABELING REQUIREMENTS.
Establishes labeling requirements for ʻōkolehao products. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, TARNAS, TODD |
HWN, CPN |
SB3248 |
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HB2476 HD2
Counties; Housing Infrastructure Growth Bonds; Constitutional Amendments (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE VII, SECTIONS 12 AND 13, OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION.
Proposes constitutional amendments to expressly provide that the Legislature may authorize political subdivisions, such as the counties, to issue housing infrastructure growth bonds for specified public works, public improvements, or other actions necessary for housing and community development, and exclude these bonds from determinations of the funded debt of the political subdivisions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EIG, JDC/WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, SOUZA, TAM |
EIG, JDC/WAM |
SB3219 |
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HB2477
CIP; Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and Seventeenth Representative Districts; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH, SIXTEENTH, AND SEVENTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICTS.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fifteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth representative districts. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
EVSLIN, MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA |
FIN |
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HB2478 HD1
Housing Infrastructure Growth Bonds; Counties; County Debt Limit Statements
RELATING TO BONDS.
Authorizes the counties to implement housing infrastructure growth bonds. Conforms county debt limit statements law to permit counties to exclude housing infrastructure growth bonds from the debt limit of the counties if a constitutional amendment authorizing the use of housing infrastructure growth bonds and excluding housing infrastructure growth bonds from determinations of the counties' funded debt is ratified. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EIG, WAM. |
EVSLIN, AMATO, BELATTI, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS |
EIG, WAM |
SB3218 |
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HB2480 HD1
Evacuation; Immunity; Assumption of Risk; Emergency Responder
RELATING TO EMERGENCY RESPONSE.
Protects emergency responders from liability during periods of evacuation. Provides that individuals who wilfully fail to comply with predictive evacuation orders assume the risk and waive liability. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/25/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
MURAOKA, ALCOS, BELATTI, GARCIA, HUSSEY, KILA, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
PBS, JHA |
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HB2483
CIP; 45th Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FORTY-FIFTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the 45th representative district. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
MURAOKA |
FIN |
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HB2484
CIP; Twenty-sixth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TWENTY-SIXTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the twenty-sixth representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
BELATTI |
FIN |
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HB2486 HD1
PUC; Portable Solar Generation Device; Requirements; Registration
RELATING TO SOLAR ENERGY.
Defines and provides requirements for the use of a portable solar generation device. Provides that electric utility companies are not liable for any damage or injury caused by a portable solar generation device. Requires each portable solar generation device to be registered with the Public Utilities Commission. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish and maintain an online system for registration of portable solar generation devices, at no cost to the customer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/24/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EEP, CPC |
SB2940 |
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HB2488 HD2 SD1
DCAB; Study; Deaf; Hard-of-Hearing; 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIKAWA, AMATO, HARTSFIELD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2414 |
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HB2489 HD1
University of Hawaii; ASL Interpreter Training Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates moneys to establish a bachelor's degree program in American Sign Language interpretation at the University of Hawaii Manoa campus with a multi-year plan to include a master's degree program for interpreter training. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to EDU/HHS, WAM. |
MORIKAWA, AMATO, GARRETT, HARTSFIELD, HOLT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
SB2412 |
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HB2490 HD2
Maui County; DBEDT; SHPD; Coastal Resilience Pilot Program; Historic Preservation Review; Reports
RELATING TO COASTAL RESILIENCE.
Establishes a five-year Coastal Resilience Pilot Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for the preservation of Mantokuji Bay. Allows the pilot program to be exempt from certain regulatory requirements. Requires the State Historic Preservation Division to conduct a streamlined historic preservation review. Establishes certain procedures for the discovery of Native Hawaiian skeletal remains. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2026- Re-Referred to EDT, WAM. |
HASHEM, AMATO, COCHRAN, MIYAKE, POEPOE, YAMASHITA |
EDT, WAM |
SB3169 |
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HB2493 HD2
AG; DCR; DAGS; Wrongful Conviction and Imprisonment; Compensation; Annual Report
RELATING TO WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT.
Establishes the procedure that a circuit court shall follow upon the reversal or vacation of an individual's judgment of conviction on grounds consistent with innocence, and where the charges were dismissed. Requires the State to pay advance compensation to any petitioner who was convicted in a court of the State, imprisoned for at least one year, and whose judgment of conviction was reversed or vacated, or was pardoned, on grounds consistent with innocence. Requires the Comptroller to issue a warrant for payment of advance compensation to a petitioner. Requires the Department of Human Services, in collaboration with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, to contract with a community-based agency to assign a case manager to a petitioner upon the petitioner's release. Requires the State to provide medical coverage to a person for a certain duration upon the reversal or vacation of the person's judgment of conviction on grounds consistent with innocence and where the charges were dismissed. Provides that the Judiciary and Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shall retain jurisdiction over the person for the purposes of effectuating this process. Authorizes the State to seek reimbursement from the applicable county for any losses incurred by the State pursuant to this process. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Clarifies eligibility to seek compensation for individuals whose judgment of conviction was reversed or vacated, or who were pardoned, on grounds consistent with innocence, and where the charges were dismissed. Shifts the burden of proof to the State to prove by a preponderance of evidence that the reversal or vacation of the judgment of conviction for a petitioner, or the pardoning of the petitioner, was inconsistent with innocence. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
TARNAS |
JHA, PBS, FIN |
SB3294 |
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HB2494 HD1 SD1
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 citations be visible on an offender's criminal record. Requires the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit reports. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TARNAS |
JDC, WAM |
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HB2497 HD1
DAB; Biosecurity Government-Industry Agreements; Liability; Costs; Working Group
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Clarifies that the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and the counties, including officers, employees, and authorized agents of the Department and counties, shall not be liable for costs relating to the entering of private property to control or eradicate pests. 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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHUN |
AGR, JHA |
SB2717 |
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HB2498 HD2 SD1 CD1
Central and Leeward Oahu Care Home Community Resilience Pilot Program; Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Care Homes; Structural and Operational Resilience Improvements; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CARE HOMES.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to establish a Central and Leeward Oahu Care Home Community Resilience Pilot Program to assist eligible care home facilities to implement structural and operational resilience improvements. Requires a report to the Legislature. Sunsets on 6/30/2029. (CD1) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
CHUN, HARTSFIELD, KAHALOA, KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
PSM, WAM |
SB3236 |
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HB2501 HD1
DOH; HHSC; SHPDA; Auditor; Hospitals; Hospital Systems; Medicare Patients; Uninsured Patients; Reports; Rules; Financial Assistance
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Requires hospitals and hospital systems to submit annual certified reports regarding costs associated with Medicare and uninsured patients to the Department of Health, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, and State Health Planning and Development Agency. Requires the Department of Health, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, and State Health Planning and Development Agency to review the reports, establish standards and procedures, and adopt rules. Requires the Department of Health to consider the reports when determining the department's budget request and designate financial assistance requests in an equitable way. Requires the Office of the Auditor to conduct periodic audits of the financial assistance distributed to hospitals and hospital systems. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO |
HHS/CPN, WAM |
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HB2503 HD1 SD2
Fireworks; Civil Forfeiture; Criminal Enforcement; Air Delivery
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
Authorizes civil asset forfeiture related to fireworks offenses that constitute felonies. Amends the definition of "aerial device". Clarifies that the offense of sending or receiving fireworks or articles pyrotechnic by air delivery applies regardless of whether the offender accompanies the air delivery. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday, 04-29-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. |
MATAYOSHI, GRANDINETTI, POEPOE |
PSM, JDC |
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HB2505 HD1 SD1 CD1
Assisted Community Treatment; Petitions; Involuntary Hospitalization; Community Mental Health Outpatient Programs
RELATING TO ASSISTED COMMUNITY TREATMENT.
Clarifies that community mental health outpatient programs that have agreed to provide mental health services to a defendant as part of an assisted community treatment order may prepare a certificate for assisted community treatment and provide the certificate to a defendant and may file an assisted community treatment petition with the Family Court. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAM, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, KAHALOA, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, JDC |
SB2917 |
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HB2508 HD1
DOH; State Emergency Medical Services System; Statewide Air Medical Services Program; Emergency Medical Services Special Fund
RELATING TO AIR MEDICAL SERVICES.
Establishes the Statewide Air Medical Services Program within the Department of Health, Emergency Medical Services and Injury Prevention Systems Branch to coordinate and strengthen air medical services. Establishes an air medical director, an air medical program manager, and an air medical coordinator. Specifies that annual licensure and accreditation fees are to be deposited into the Emergency Medical Services Special Fund for costs of the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/18/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
HLT, FIN |
SB3203 |
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HB2515 HD2 SD1
HHFDC; Workforce Housing Regulatory Sandbox Program; Advisory Council; Workforce Housing; Permitting; Affordable Housing; Reports; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes the Workforce Housing Regulatory Sandbox Program to be administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Establishes an advisory council within the Workforce Housing Regulatory Sandbox Program to advise on environmental and cultural practices within specific developments. Requires reports to the Legislature. Establishes a position. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MIYAKE, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, HARTSFIELD, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI |
HOU, WAM |
SB3285 |
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HB2516 HD1
Helmets; Electric Foot Scooter; Bicycle; Electric Bicycle; Electric Micro-mobility Device; Required
RELATING TO HELMETS.
Increases the age of an individual who is required to wear a helmet for electric foot scooters and bicycles. Prohibits a person from operating any class of electric bicycle or electronic micro-mobility device unless that person wears a helmet. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/18/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
MIYAKE, ALCOS, AMATO, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, HOLT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MURAOKA, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TEMPLO, Matayoshi |
TRN, JHA |
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HB2518 HD1
University of Hawaii System; Facilities and Student Housing; Master Plan; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii to develop a facilities and student housing master plan. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/20/2026- Re-referred to HED, FIN, referral sheet 14 |
GARRETT |
HED, FIN |
SB3286 |
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HB2519 HD2
UH; Fiscal Autonomy; UH Budget Stabilization Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Establishes block appropriations and increases fiscal flexibility for the University of Hawaii. Establishes a University of Hawaii Budget Stabilization Fund, authorizes limited procurement and fiscal exemptions, and implements performance‑based funding metrics. Requires annual fiscal and performance reporting to the Legislature and provides a transition framework for the move to block budgeting. Effective July 1, 3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2522
Taxation; Income Tax; Repeal; DoTax
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Eliminates the Hawaii state income tax starting with the 2028 taxable year. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit a report to address the expected tax revenue shortfall and to propose conforming amendments to the Hawaii Revised Statutes. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
PIERICK, SHIMIZU |
FIN |
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HB2529
CIP; Thirteenth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirteenth representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
POEPOE |
FIN |
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HB2533 HD1
DOE; Teachers; Additional Benefits or Credits; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to provide additional benefits to: (1) teachers with special assignments where their duties and responsibilities are greater than their ordinary duties and responsibilities; (2) teachers in Hawaiian language medium education whose responsibilities are greater or unique and require additional language skills; and (3) teachers at special needs schools. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDU, WAM. |
REYES ODA, COCHRAN, GARCIA, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, MATSUMOTO, MURAOKA, OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2534 HD1
DOE; Robotics; Interscholastic Sport; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ROBOTICS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to establish robotics as an interscholastic sport. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
REYES ODA, ALCOS, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARCIA, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KONG, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, NAKAMURA, OLDS, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2538
CIP; Eleventh Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ELEVENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the eleventh representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
AMATO |
FIN |
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HB2539
Law Enforcement; Recording; 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. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 6 |
BELATTI, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM |
JHA |
SB2145 |
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HB2540 HD2 SD2
Law Enforcement Officers; Law Enforcement Agencies; Facial Coverings; Visible Identification; Civil Immigration Enforcement
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits with certain exceptions, the use of facial coverings and requires visible identification by law enforcement officers and their vehicles in the performance of their duties. Requires state and county law enforcement agencies to establish policies regarding state and county cooperation with federal civil immigration enforcement. Prohibits law enforcement officers from prolonging a stop to inquire about a person's civil immigration status. Establishes criminal offenses for use of a mask or facial covering by a law enforcement officer, lack of visible identification, and unauthorized civil immigration arrest or detention. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780). |
BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM |
PSM/EIG, JDC |
SB3322 |
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HB2542
CIP; Fiftieth Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTIETH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the fiftieth representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
LEE, M. |
FIN |
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HB2543
CIP; Second Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the second representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY |
FIN |
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HB2544 HD1 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 7/1/3026. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA, HASHEM, MORIKAWA |
WLA, WAM |
SB2306 |
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HB2545 HD1 SD1
HTDC; DOE; Small Business Innovation Research Matching Program; STEM Education Outreach Program; Economic Diversification Strategic Plan; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to establish the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Program. Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, in collaboration with the Department of Education, to establish a STEM education outreach program, under which recipients of funds from the SBIR Matching Program must deliver presentations to public school students. Requires and appropriates funds for the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to develop an Economic Diversification Strategic Plan. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for economic diversification and defense ecosystem development. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDT, WAM |
SB3271 |
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HB2546 HD2 SD2
DBEDT; Tax Credit; Research Activities; Qualified High Technology Businesses; Annual Cap; Tax Credit Distribution; Certification
RELATING TO TAX CREDIT FOR RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.
Amends the tax credit for research activities by: allowing qualifying taxpayers to claim the credit for all qualified research expenses without regard to the amount of expenses for previous years; amending from March 31 to March 1 the deadline for qualified high technology businesses to submit to the Department of Business, Economic development, and Tourism written, certified statements identifying qualified expenditures and the tax amount of tax credits claimed in the previous taxable year; for any taxable year the annual aggregate cap is reached, requiring the credit to be divided between all qualified high technology businesses in proportion to the amount of qualified research expenses claimed; and requiring DBEDT to establish an annual application period and notify each qualified high technology business applicant of the credit amount certified. Applies to costs incurred beginning after 12/31/2025. Repeals the credit on 1/1/2029. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 309. |
NAKAMURA, HARTSFIELD, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TEMPLO |
EDT, WAM |
SB3213 |
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HB2547 HD1 SD1 CD1
Short-term Investment Grade Corporate Bonds; Director of Finance; State Moneys
RELATING TO CORPORATE BONDS.
Authorizes the Director of Finance to invest certain state moneys in short-term investment grade corporate bonds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, TEMPLO |
WAM |
SB3177 |
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HB2548 HD1 SD1
DAB; Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program; Climate Adaptation; Agriculture; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB2097 |
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HB2549 HD1 SD1
DAB; Clean Plant Program; Establishment; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION.
Establishes a Clean Plant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to support the production, maintenance, and distribution of disease-free, clean plant material to growers, nurseries, and other agricultural producers in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB2098 |
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HB2551 HD1 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Area-Wide Fruit Fly Suppression Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for the Area-Wide Fruit Fly Suppression Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB2703 |
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HB2554 HD2
Office of the Governor; State Search and Rescue Coordinator; Pilot Program; Counties; Federal Agencies; Private and Nonprofit Organizations; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Temporarily establishes, within the Office of the Governor, the Office of the State Search and Rescue Coordinator to review, assess, coordinate, prepare, and manage plans and resources for search and rescue operations statewide. Repeals on 6/30/2031. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
COCHRAN, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA |
PBS, JHA, FIN |
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HB2558 HD2
Telehealth; Out-of-State Physicians; Physician-Patient Relationship
RELATING TO TELEHEALTH.
Authorizes out-of-state physicians who are licensed and in good standing in the state in which they reside to provide an initial consultation via telehealth to a patient located in the State, under certain conditions. Clarifies that a physician-patient relationship may be established with an out-of-state physician via telehealth under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/12/2026- Referred to HHS/CPN, JDC. |
MATSUMOTO, GARCIA, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KILA, KUSCH, OLDS, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, WOODSON |
HHS/CPN, JDC |
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HB2559 HD1
Real Estate Brokers; Private Listing; Off-Market Listing; Sellers; Disclosure; Disciplinary Action
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE.
Requires a licensed real estate broker or salesperson to provide written disclosure to the seller when marketing residential real property through a private or off-market listing. Includes failure to provide the written disclosure as grounds for disciplinary action against a licensed real estate broker or salesperson. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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). |
MATSUMOTO, ALCOS, GARCIA, GEDEON, MURAOKA, PIERICK, SHIMIZU |
HSG, CPC |
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HB2560 HD2
DHS; DOE; Homelessness; Pilot Program; Temporary Assistance for Needy Families; Financial Stabilization Assistance
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes a two-year-pilot program within the Department of Human Services to provide temporary financial stabilization assistance to families with students identified as experiencing homelessness. Funds the program through the Department of Human Services using allowable Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds. Requires Department of Education Complex Area Community Homeless Concerns Liaison to make approved purchases. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/3/2026- The committee(s) on FIN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
OLDS, AMATO, BELATTI, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TEMPLO |
EDN, HSH, FIN |
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HB2561 HD2
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Feral Chickens; Prohibition; Fines; Enforcement; Appropriation
RELATING TO FERAL ANIMALS.
Declares feral chickens on public lands as a public nuisance and controllable pest in a city with a population of three hundred thousand or more. Prohibits supporting feral chickens on public lands, including by feeding chickens. Prohibits the abandonment of chickens on public lands or on private property without consent. Establishes fines and authorized enforcing agencies. Appropriates funds for the receipt, handling, and humane disposition of feral chickens that have already been caught. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/20/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
OLDS, ALCOS, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
AEN/WLA, WAM/JDC |
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HB2564 HD1
Charter Schools; Facilities Funding; Infrastructure; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOLS.
Authorizes the funding for rental or lease of facilities by legislative appropriations and bond authorizations to the state public charter school commission for the design, planning, construction, repair, and maintenance of public charter school improvements. Appropriates general funds for infrastructure costs, rental or lease assistance, and the repair and maintenance of network infrastructure for charter schools. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
WOODSON, ALCOS, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GARCIA, HOLT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TARNAS |
EDN, FIN |
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HB2566 HD1
Special Number Plates; Special License Plates; Civil Air Patrol
RELATING TO SPECIAL LICENSE PLATES.
Authorizes the issuance of special number plates for members of the Hawaii Civil Air Patrol. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
WOODSON, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, GARCIA, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA |
CAA, PBS, FIN |
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HB2567 HD1 SD1
DOE; BOE; Superintendent-Level Positions; Cap; Complex Area Superintendents; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes a cap on the total number of superintendent-level positions within the Department of Education, with certain exceptions. Defines "superintendent-level position". Authorizes the Board of Education to conduct a written performance evaluation of each Complex Area Superintendent every two years. Appropriates funds to establish two Deputy Superintendent positions within the Office of the Superintendent. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 717). |
WOODSON |
EDU/WAM |
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HB2568 HD1
Vertical Filming; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund; Fees; Hawaii Film Studio
RELATING TO THE FILM INDUSTRY.
Increases the fee amount collected from taxpayers claiming the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit and requires a portion of funds collected to be used to support the vertical film industry in the State. Expands the funding sources of the Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund to include revenues received by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism from managing the Hawaii Film Studio. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Repeals 1/1/2033. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
HOLT, ALCOS, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, PIERICK, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, TAM, Amato, Reyes Oda |
ECD, FIN |
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HB2572 HD1
DAB; Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUBSISTENCE GARDENING.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity a three-year Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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) Quinlan excused (1). |
HOLT, ALCOS, BELATTI, GARCIA, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TARNAS |
AGR, FIN |
SB2704 |
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HB2575 HD1
DOTAX; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Applies the retail or higher general excise tax or use tax rate to purchases or imports of new motor vehicles by rental car companies. Appropriates funds for a position in the Department of Taxation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/25/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
TAKENOUCHI, CHUN, GARRETT, KAHALOA, KILA, POEPOE |
CPN/EDT, WAM |
SB2594 |
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HB2576 HD2 SD2 CD1
DOH; Healthcare Facilities; Background Checks; Applicants; Operators
RELATING TO BACKGROUND CHECKS.
Clarifies and streamlines background check requirements for healthcare facility applicants, operators, and direct patient access employees. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKENOUCHI, AMATO, HARTSFIELD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, TAKAYAMA |
HHS, JDC |
SB3207 |
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HB2578 HD1 SD1
General Excise Tax; Personal Liability; Due Process; Appeals
RELATING TO DUE PROCESS FOR ESTABLISHING PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR TAX.
Provides that a determination of personal liability for another person's unpaid general excise taxes is an assessment subject to the due process procedures and appeals available for other assessments. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAKENOUCHI |
JDC, WAM |
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HB2581 HD2 SD2
HIEMA; Emergency Management; Emergency Powers; Disasters; Emergencies; Hawaii Community Resilience Hub Program; Preparedness; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies the types of events that constitute disasters and emergencies for the purposes of emergency management. Establishes the Hawaii Community Resilience Hub Program within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to support the development of community-based resilience hubs across the State and leverage federal, philanthropic, and private-sector funding for disaster preparedness and climate resilience. Requires the Agency to identify locations on each island that can be used as state disaster response and mitigation hubs when a state of emergency is declared. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:51 PM; Conference Room 016. |
POEPOE |
PSM, WAM |
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HB2582 HD2
Public Land Trust Working Group; OHA; Public Land Trust; Inventory; Financial Reporting and Accounting; Reports
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 four reports 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. Authorizes the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to provide administrative support to the Working Group in coordination with a third-party consultant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
HWN, WAM |
SB3307 |
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HB2583 HD1 SD1 CD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Micro-Lending Credit Enhancement Program; Credit Enhancement; Loan Loss Reserves; Small Businesses; Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Hawaii Micro-Lending Credit Enhancement Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to expand micro-lending capacity by providing state‑funded loan loss reserves or other credit enhancement that absorbs first losses on qualified micro-loans made by participating lenders to Hawaii small businesses. Allows borrower fees and state matching contributions to capitalize lender-held loan loss reserve accounts. Establishes the Hawaii Micro-Lending Credit Enhancement Special Fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds out of the Special Fund. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU |
EDT, WAM/CPN |
SB3165 |
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HB2584 HD1 SD1
OHA; Public Land Trust; Temporary Increase in Funding
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST.
Temporarily increases the total amount of public land trust revenues transferred to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Repeals 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, EVSLIN, HOLT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
HWN, WAM |
SB3308 |
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HB2585 HD3 SD1
Statewide Agricultural Tourism Standards Task Force; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL TOURISM.
Establishes the Statewide Agricultural Tourism Standards Task Force. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, EVSLIN, GARRETT, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
WLA/AEN/EDT, WAM |
SB3298 |
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HB2586 HD2
DOTAX; DHHL; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Position; Hawaiian Home Lands Special Fund; 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 and requires the revenue to be deposited into the Hawaiian Home Lands Special Fund. Establishes the Hawaiian Home Lands Special Fund. Appropriates funds for a position in the Department of Taxation. Appropriates funds out of the Hawaiian Home Lands Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Gedeon, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (6) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KILA, KAHALOA, KAPELA, POEPOE |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
SB2784 |
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HB2587 HD1
Employment Classification; Delivery Drivers; Covered Employment
RELATING TO LABOR.
Clarifies the employment status of certain delivery drivers under state laws related to workers' compensation, wage and hour, temporary disability insurance, family leave, tax classification of business relationships, and unemployment insurance by establishing conditions under which delivery drivers are deemed employees of the business operating the delivery program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/17/2026- 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) Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lee, M., Poepoe excused (3). |
QUINLAN, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
LAB, JHA |
SB3292 |
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HB2589 HD1
Driving Without a License; Penalties; Negligent Homicide
RELATING TO DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE.
Clarifies that negligent homicide in the first degree shall include situations where a person causes the death of another person while operating a vehicle without a valid license. Establishes that a violation of this provision shall be a class B felony, with escalation to a class A felony when the person has two or more prior convictions for driving without a valid license within five years. Clarifies what constitutes a prior conviction for driving without a valid license. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
QUINLAN, HOLT, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, POEPOE, SAYAMA |
TRN, JHA |
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HB2590 HD1 SD1
Income Tax; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; General Excise Tax; Partial Exemption for Motion Picture Project Employers; Loan-out Companies; Withholding
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 certain 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. Requires persons making payment to a loan-out company and claiming the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit to deduct and withhold an amount exceeding the amount actually due for all payments made to the loan-out company for services performed in the State. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
QUINLAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
EDT, WAM |
SB2796 |
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HB2592 HD2 SD2 CD1
Mauna Kea; MKSOA; UH; Transfer; Transition Period; Lease Transfer; BLNR; DLNR; Continuity of Plans and Administrative Rules; Sovereign Immunity; Extension; Reversion
RELATING TO THE MAUNA KEA STEWARDSHIP AND OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY.
Part II: Clarifies the powers of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority so that it may carry out its intended duties regarding land use on Mauna Kea. Adds reversion dates of 6/30/2028 and 12/31/2029 if the deadline to adopt a management plan or to submit proposed administrative rules to the Governor is not met; extends the transition period to 12/1/2029; clarifies that the oversight and interest of MKSOA in the Mauna Kea lands shall be no more than what is expressly granted in chapter 195H, HRS; and clarifies that title to Mauna Kea lands shall remain with the State. Part III: Provides that the existing plans and administrative rules adopted or developed by UH under which Mauna Kea is currently governed remain in effect until plans and administrative rules adopted by MKSOA take effect. Part IV: Clarifies that MKSOA has state sovereign immunity. Part V: Authorizes MKSOA to extend leases and subleases before the transfer, for up to an additional ten-year term. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KUSCH, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LOWEN, TARNAS |
WAL, HED, JHA, FIN |
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HB2593 HD1
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; Existing Leases and Subleases; Extension
RELATING TO MAUNA KEA.
Authorizes the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to an additional ten-year term. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WLA/HWN/EDU, WAM/JDC. |
KUSCH, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LOWEN, TARNAS |
WLA/HWN/EDU, WAM/JDC |
SB3310 |
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HB2594 HD1 SD1
DAB; Insurance; Small Agricultural Producers; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study on insurance coverage for small agricultural producers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
AEN, WAM |
SB2317 |
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HB2595 HD1 SD1
DAB; Agriculture; Regional Agriculture Feasibility; Food Systems Planning; Study; Working Group; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REGIONAL AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PRODUCTION.
Establishes the Regional Agricultural Feasibility and Food Systems Production Studies Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide coordinated, region‑specific agricultural production and crop feasibility analysis across the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, HOLT, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAKENOUCHI, TEMPLO |
AEN, WAM |
SB3258 |
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HB2597 HD1 SD1
Chief Data Officer; Open Data Portal; Comprehensive Hawaii Data Hub; Artificial Intelligence; Governance Tools; State Departments and Agencies; Artificial Intelligence Chatbot; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Requires the Chief Data Officer to enhance the State's open data portal website through the phased development and publishing of an artificial intelligence chatbot and necessary data visualizations on statewide shared data sets to assist the public. Requires the Chief Data Officer to develop a system to evaluate and select artificial intelligence governance tools for use by state departments and agencies and establish a mechanism for reporting and publication of artificial intelligence use cases and artificial intelligence vendors used by the departments and agencies. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ICHIYAMA, GARRETT, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KONG, KUSCH, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO, YAMASHITA |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
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HB2599 HD1 SD1
DLNR; DAR; Aquatic Life; Herbivores; Coral-Reef Resilience; Reports
RELATING TO AQUATIC PROTECTION.
Requires the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to: manage the aquatic life and aquatic resources of the State, giving the highest priority to protecting, restoring, and maintaining ecosystem integrity and using the best peer-reviewed scientific data available; maintain reefs and each native species within them at levels no less than the best peer-reviewed science suggests is able to comfortably withstand the worst coral bleaching events and other likely threats to reef ecosystem health in the subsequent five decades; and set goals, make plans, and take action to substantially increase coral-reef resilience with annual reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
ICHIYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, HASHEM, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, YAMASHITA |
WLA, WAM |
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HB2600 HD1
Office of the Public Defender; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER.
Appropriates funds to the Office of the Public Defender for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Deputy Public Defender III position. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Pierick voting no (2) and none excused (0). |
TARNAS |
JHA, FIN |
SB2919 |
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HB2602 HD2
DBEDT; Travel; Tourism; Sustainable Infrastructure; Climate Resilience; Matching Grant Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A SUSTAINABLE TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes the sustainable tourism infrastructure matching grant program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to support one-time capital investments that advance measurable sustainability and climate resilience outcomes within the State's visitor industry. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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2/19/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
TAM, AMATO, COCHRAN, HUSSEY, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU |
TOU/ECD, EEP, FIN |
SB3228 |
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HB2604 HD2
Performing Arts Ticket Surcharge; Performing Arts Grants Special Fund
RELATING TO PERFORMING ARTS.
Establishes a performing arts ticket surcharge on the primary ticket sale price for certain performing arts events held in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/23/2026- The committee on WLA deferred the measure. |
KAPELA, BELATTI, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU, Kila |
EDT/WLA, CPN/WAM |
SB3330 |
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HB2605 HD1
Arts and Health; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Specialized Arts Programs; Therapeutic Arts Interventions; Underserved and Neurodiverse Populations; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE ARTS.
Establishes a position within the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to support implementation and coordination of specialized arts programs and therapeutic arts interventions for underserved and neurodiverse populations. Appropriates funds for the position, programs, and interventions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/12/2026- 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 none excused (0). |
KAPELA, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HARTSFIELD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, TAM |
CAA, FIN |
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HB2606 HD2 SD1
State Building Code Council; Off-site Construction; Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OFF-SITE CONSTRUCTION.
Implements certain recommendations of the SPEED Task Force. Establishes a working group within the State Building Code Council to develop proposals for an off-site construction program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD1) |
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5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:49 PM; Conference Room 016. |
KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, AMATO, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, HARTSFIELD, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TARNAS |
PSM, WAM |
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HB2608 HD1
High-efficiency Electric Water Heating Systems; Heat Pumps; Building Permit Variances
RELATING TO WATER HEATING SYSTEMS.
Authorizes building permit variances for certain high-efficiency electric water heating systems utilizing heat pump technology. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/17/2026- The committee on EIG deferred the measure. |
LA CHICA |
EIG, CPN |
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HB2610
CIP; Thirty-seventh Representative District; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTY-SEVENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects in the thirty-seventh representative district. |
(H)
2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
LA CHICA |
FIN |
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HB2612 HD1
Mortgages; Debt; Secured Transactions
RELATING TO MORTGAGES.
Clarifies that a mortgage does not exist independent of the debt it secures and shall not be independently enforceable from the debt. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
2/20/2026- 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). |
GRANDINETTI, BELATTI, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SHIMIZU |
CPC, JHA |
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HB2614 HD1 SD1
DCCA; OCP; Unfair and Deceptive Practices; Cosmetics; Returns and Refunds
RELATING TO DECEPTIVE PRACTICES.
Requires merchants that sell cosmetics to accept returns of new or unopened goods within specified timeframes. Clarifies the definition of "conspicuous sign" and expands required placement of return and refund policy signage. Beginning 7/1/2027, requires merchants that receive three or more warning letters from the Office of Consumer Protection of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs for failure to post required signage to display standardized return and refund policy signs provided by the Office. Establishes exemptions for certain merchants. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/25/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GRANDINETTI, COCHRAN, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, PERRUSO, PIERICK, REYES ODA |
CPN, WAM |
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HB2616 HD2
HCDA; Banyan Drive; Banyan Drive-Makaokū Community Development District; New Special Fund; Powers and Duties; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE BANYAN DRIVE-MAKAOKŪ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
Establishes the Banyan Drive-Makaokū Community Development District as an entity within the Hawaii Community Development Authority. Establishes the Banyan Drive-Makaokū Community Development District Special Fund. Specifies the powers and duties of the Authority as it relates to the new development district and amends the composition of the Authority to include representatives of the new development district. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/12/2026- Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
TODD, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, NAKAMURA, QUINLAN |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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HB2618 HD1
Climate Change and Tourism Destination Management; Projects; Expenditure Request; Governor
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Establishes a Green Fee Special Fund to receive an allocation of green fee revenues. Establishes various special funds to receive allocations of green fee revenues. Requires the Governor to request, through a bill separate from the budget or supplemental budget, an amount that approximates green fee revenues subtracted from the amounts allocated to the various funds to be expended for certain climate change and tourism destination management projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/20/2026- The committee on AEN deferred the measure. |
LOWEN, NAKAMURA, TAM, TODD |
EDT/WLA/AEN, WAM |
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HB2619 HD2 SD1
DOH; Farm Kitchens; Home Kitchens; Homemade Food Products; Rules
RELATING TO HOMEMADE FOOD PRODUCTS.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules for the regulation of farm kitchens producing homemade food products that are no more stringent than those for home kitchens producing homemade food products. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAHALOA, HARTSFIELD, HUSSEY, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAM, TARNAS |
HHS, WAM |
SB3302 |
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HB2621 HD2
DOE; Student Misconduct; Data Collection; Analysis; Report
RELATING TO STUDENT MISCONDUCT.
Requires public schools to report to the Department of Education any incident involving physical violence. Requires the Department of Education to collect and maintain data on incidents involving physical violence at public schools and make such data publicly available. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
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3/20/2026- The committee on EDU deferred the measure. |
KAPELA |
EDU, JDC |
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HB2622 HD1
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Limited English Proficiency; Language Access; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LANGUAGE ACCESS.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to increase access to bilingual resources and services for residents with limited English proficiency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to PSM, WAM. |
HUSSEY, BELATTI, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TEMPLO |
PSM, WAM |
SB3239 |
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HB2623
Income Tax; Wealth Proceeds Surcharge
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a wealth proceeds surcharge on high-income individuals, estates, and trusts. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. |
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2/2/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 6 |
HUSSEY, GRANDINETTI, KAPELA, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
FIN |
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