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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) |
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3/10/2026- Referred to PSM/WLA. |
KONG |
PSM/WLA |
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HB20 HD1 SD2
DCCA; Insurance Division; Study; Homeowners Insurance; Lava Zones; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAVA ZONE INSURANCE.
Requires the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to conduct a study on the homeowners insurance market for lava zones 1 and 2. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
ILAGAN |
CPN, WAM |
SB707 |
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HB48 HD2 SD1
Consumer Protection; Coffee Labeling; Hawaii-Grown and -Processed Coffee; Geographic Origin; Regional Origin
RELATING TO COFFEE LABELING.
Clarifies the labeling and advertising requirements for coffee that is grown and processed in the State. Defines "regional origin". Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN |
AEN, CPN |
SB500 |
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HB54 HD2 SD2
Excessive Speeding; Vehicle; Property Forfeiture; Penalties
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Increases penalties for a third or subsequent offense within five years of excessive speeding to a misdemeanor. Increases penalties for a second offense within five years of excessive speeding. Authorizes the court, as part of the person's sentencing for the third or subsequent offense, to order that the vehicle used by the person in the commission of the offense be subject to forfeiture. Requires individuals convicted of excessive speeding to be subject to identification processing procedures. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC. |
KITAGAWA |
TRS, JDC |
SB97 |
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HB86 HD2 SD1
DLNR; Makai Watch; Marine Resources; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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HB177 HD1 SD1
Department of Transportation; Civil Identification Card; Free of Charge; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CIVIL IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
Makes the issuance or renewal of a civil identification card free of charge. Appropriates funds. Effective 6/30/3000. (SD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
LAMOSAO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKENOUCHI |
TRS, WAM |
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HB194 HD1
Maritime Day; Day of Observance
RELATING TO MARITIME DAY.
Designates May 22 of each year as Maritime Day. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
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2/2/2026- Re-Referred to WLA. |
SOUZA, PERRUSO, POEPOE |
WLA |
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HB202 HD1 SD2
DLIR; Employment Security Law; Adequate Reserve Fund; Actuarial Study; Report
RELATING TO THE ADEQUATE RESERVE FUND.
Amends the definition of "adequate reserve fund" by increasing the multiplier used to calculate its amount from the existing factor of 1, to unspecified amounts for calendar year 2026 and for calendar year 2027 and thereafter. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to conduct an actuarial study and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M., TAKENOUCHI, YAMASHITA |
LBT, WAM |
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HB212 HD2 SD1
OHHS; Homelessness; Return-to-Home Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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HB286 HD2 SD1
Individual Housing Account; Pre-tax Savings; Maximum Annual Deduction; Increase
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
For taxable years, beginning 1/1/2026, increases the maximum annual deduction for contributions to, and maximum account levels for, individual housing accounts. 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). |
MATSUMOTO, ALCOS, GARCIA, MURAOKA, PIERICK, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, WARD |
HSG, ECD, FIN |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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4/7/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN |
EIG/HOU, CPN |
SB748 |
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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) |
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3/17/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
EVSLIN |
HOU, JDC |
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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 $100 in cash, in the aggregate, from a single person during an election period to a candidate, candidate committee, or noncandidate committee shall escheat to the Hawaii election campaign fund if not returned to the contributor within 30 days. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
SB255 |
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HB370 HD2 SD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Partial Public Financing; OHA; Maximum Amount of Public Funds Available; Minimum Qualifying Contribution Amounts; Appropriations ($)
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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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HB395 HD1 SD1
Judiciary Package; Jury Duty; Juror and Prospective Juror Compensation; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Increases the amount each juror or prospective juror is paid for each day of actual attendance at court. Appropriates funds. Effective 4/23/2057. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB261 |
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HB411
State Ethics Commission Package; State Ethics Code; Lobbyist Law; Administrative Fines
RELATING TO ETHICS ADMINISTRATIVE FINES.
Establishes uniform provisions for the assessment of administrative penalties under the State Ethics Code and Lobbyist Law. |
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3/4/2025- Referred to JDC. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC |
SB289 |
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HB417 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; RHRF; Housing Efficiency and Innovation Subaccount; Housing; Priorities; Appropriations ($)
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) |
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3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN |
HOU, WAM |
SB35 |
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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) |
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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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HB428 HD1 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Hawaii Farm to Families Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FARM TO FAMILIES.
Establishes the Hawaii Farm to Families Program to alleviate food shortages in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature before the Regular Sessions of 2026 and 2027. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA |
AEN, WAM |
SB1250 |
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HB429 HD1 SD1
Department of Education; Executive Office on Early Learning; Public Preschools; Teachers; Teacher Assistants; Equipment; Services; Appropriations ($)
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) |
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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 ($)
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Establishes the Mixed-Income Subaccount within the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to prioritize development of workforce rental and for-sale housing projects for qualified residents. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to adopt administrative rules. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, COCHRAN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HOLT, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SAYAMA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO, TODD, WOODSON, YAMASHITA |
HOU, WAM |
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HB433 HD1 SD1
DCR; Reentry Services; Community-Based Services; Report; Appropriations ($)
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) |
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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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HB437 HD1 SD1
Filipino Caucus; DBEDT; Out-of-state Office; Republic of the Philippines; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO OUT-OF-STATE OFFICES.
Requires, and appropriates funds for, the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish an out-of-state office in the Republic of the Philippines. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/WLA, WAM. |
ILAGAN, COCHRAN, GARRETT, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ICHIYAMA, KILA, LA CHICA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAM, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
SB817 |
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HB448 HD1 SD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Small Businesses; Technology Enablement; Appropriation ($)
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 ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to prioritize funding for certain Hawaii-based businesses. Appropriates funds to assist in the development and promotion of Hawaii-manufactured products through the INNOVATE Hawaii program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/21/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB450 HD3 SD1
SFCA; King Kamehameha Celebration Commission; DAGS; DBEDT; Comptroller; Works of Art Special Fund; Transfer; Positions; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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 ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Establishes state goals related to economic diversification. Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology and Development Corporation to meet those goals. Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to submit annual reports over three years to the legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB455 HD1 SD2
DBEDT; Start-Up Business; Financing; Support; Contracted Services; Appropriations ($)
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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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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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) |
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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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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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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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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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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HB560 HD1 SD1
Judiciary; Community-Based Organizations; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary to support services contracted with community-based organizations that deliver essential services, streamline judicial processes, and support the judiciary's capacity to effectively meet the needs of vulnerable households. Effective 4/23/2057. (SD1) |
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3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD |
JDC, WAM |
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HB563 HD1 SD1
UH; Institute for Astronomy; Space Sciences and Engineering Initiative; Workforce Development Program; Maunakea Scholars Program; Internship Program; Equipment and Supplies; Stipends; Positions; Appropriations ($)
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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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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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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HB606 HD1 SD1
DHHL; Repair and Maintenance; Mercantile Projects; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOMELANDS.
Appropriates funds to be used by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for mercantile projects, as well as lump sum repair and maintenance, in fiscal year 2025-2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
POEPOE, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARCIA, GRANDINETTI, HOLT, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS |
HWN/HOU, WAM |
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HB620 HD1 SD1
DOE; Braille; Low Vision or Blind Students; Individualized Educational Programs; Section 504 Plans; Braille Instruction; Print Instructional Materials; Braille Literacy Resource Center; Rules; Appropriations ($)
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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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) |
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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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HB643 HD2 SD1
Department of Agriculture; University of Hawaii; Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle; Prevention; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE COCONUT RHINOCEROS BEETLE PROGRAM.
Establishes short-term management initiatives for the coconut rhinoceros beetle response program. Appropriates funds for activities and positions related to coconut rhinoceros beetle infestation control. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU/AEN, WAM. |
MARTEN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KITAGAWA, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, REYES ODA, TAKAYAMA, TAM, TODD, WARD |
EDU/AEN, WAM |
SB686 |
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HB649 HD1 SD1 CD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation; State Small Boat Harbors; Permits; Fees
RELATING TO SMALL BOAT HARBORS.
Revises provisions relating to state small boat harbors fees and permits. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
HASHEM |
WLA, WAM |
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HB664 HD1 SD2
AG; DLE; Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission; Office of Gun Violence Prevention; Gun Violence Prevention Special Fund; Gun Violence Resource Bank; Gun Establishment; Grants; Appropriations ($)
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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HB697 HD2 SD1
DLE; DOT; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems; Violations; Evidence; State Highway Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Allows authorized employees of the Department of Law Enforcement, in addition to county police departments, to perform certain actions in reviewing recorded images produced by automated speed enforcement systems. Appropriates funds from the State Highway Fund to the Department of Transportation to establish and implement the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC. |
KILA, LAMOSAO, MARTEN, TAKAYAMA |
TRS/PSM, WAM/JDC |
SB1208 |
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HB698 HD1 SD2
Penal Code; Animal Cruelty; Pet Animals; Service Animals; Law Enforcement Animals; Penalties
RELATING TO ANIMAL CRUELTY.
Increases the criminal penalties for the offenses of cruelty to animals in the first and second degree that involve pet animals. Increases the criminal penalty for a second or subsequent offense of causing injury or death to a service animal or law enforcement animal. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KILA, AMATO, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, OLDS, TAM, TODD |
JDC |
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HB701 HD3 SD2
Kupuna Caucus; DOTAX; Executive Office on Aging; Family Caregiver Tax Credit; Report; Appropriation ($)
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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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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HB714 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Education; Health Care Workforce; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds to support educational training programs to expand the State's health care workforce, including funding to support health care certification programs offered in public high schools and education programs that support certified nurse assistants in becoming licensed practical nurses. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, OLDS, PERRUSO, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TODD, WARD |
HHS/EDT, WAM |
SB294 |
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HB716 HD1 SD1
Health Infrastructure Grant Program; Health Information Technologies; State Health Planning and Development Agency; FQHCs; Rural Health Clinics; Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Centers; Native Hawaiian Health Centers; Appropriations ($)
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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HB734 HD1 SD1
DOH; Rules; Wastewater Systems; Cesspool Conversion; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
Requires the Department of Health, in consultation with various agencies and professionals, to review rules and practices and propose changes that have the potential to make wastewater systems and cesspool upgrades more affordable without compromising water quality. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
EVSLIN, LOWEN |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
SB1636 |
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HB740 HD2 SD2
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Counties; Accessory Dwelling Units; Purchase of Equity; Voluntary Deed Restrictions; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(S)
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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HB751 HD2 SD1
Solid Waste Reduction; Organic Waste Diversion; Benchmarks; Counties; Solid Waste Management Plans; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO ORGANIC WASTE.
Establishes statewide goals for solid waste reduction and organic waste diversion. Requires each county to incorporate into its next integrated solid waste management plan revision a plan to divert certain organic waste generated within the county in alignment with established state benchmarks. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/18/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, LOWEN, MARTEN, PIERICK, POEPOE, QUINLAN, SOUZA, TAM, TODD |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
SB676 |
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HB773 HD1 SD1
Department of Agriculture; Grant Specialist; Positions; Appropriation ($)
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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HB782 HD1 SD1
DOA; Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture a working group to review and make recommendations on amending or repealing unnecessary or obsolete laws pertaining to agriculture. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
KAHALOA, AMATO, EVSLIN, HASHEM, KAPELA, KILA, LAMOSAO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, TAKAYAMA |
AEN, WAM |
SB1185 |
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HB784 HD1 SD1
Emergency Medical Services; Advanced Life Support Ambulance; Department of Health; Hawaii Health Systems Corporation; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(S)
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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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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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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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 $25,000 to be for a term of at least five years, under certain conditions. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MATAYOSHI, CHUN, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
GVO, WAM |
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HB816 HD1 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DOH; Paramedics; Buprenorphine; Opioid Overdose; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(S)
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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HB833 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; DURF; Community Land Trust Equity Pilot Program; Affordable Housing; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY LAND TRUSTS.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to establish a five-year Community Land Trust Equity Pilot Program to provide community land trusts with a line of credit to fund the acquisition, rehabilitation, renovation, or construction of housing for certain households. Requires reports to the Legislature regarding the pilot program. Appropriates funds from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for establishment of the pilot program. Sunsets the pilot program on 6/30/2030. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
GRANDINETTI, BELATTI, HUSSEY, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAM, Kila |
HOU, WAM |
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HB850 HD1 SD1
Condominium Associations; Electronic Meetings; Electronic Voting; Mail Voting; Cumulative Voting
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies an association board's authority with respect to calling electronic meetings, electronic voting, and mail voting. Clarifies that, in condominium elections, cumulative voting rights apply to all candidates regardless of whether they are nominated. Clarifies that individual votes are used in cumulative voting. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN |
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HB858 HD1 SD1
DOA; Agricultural Statistics Program; Positions; Appropriations ($)
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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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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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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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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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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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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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 $0.93 per wine gallon. Increases small craft producer production limits. Sunsets 12/31/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 817). |
TODD, QUINLAN |
CPN, WAM |
SB641 |
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HB952 HD1 SD1
SHPDA; Parkinson's Disease; Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database; Parkinson's Disease Research Collection Database Advisory Committee; Webpage; Reports; Appropriations ($)
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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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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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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HB977 HD1 SD1
Energy Financing; Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund; Underserved Ratepayers; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY FINANCING.
Authorizes the Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund to be used to provide financial assistance to underserved ratepayers, in addition to other eligible borrowers. Appropriates funds into and out of the Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/18/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LOWEN, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, LA CHICA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, QUINLAN, TAM, TARNAS, TODD |
EIG, WAM |
SB1071 |
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HB982 HD3 SD1
DCCA; Wildfire Recovery Fund; Working Group; Report ($)
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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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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HB1020 HD1 SD2
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Carbon Sequestration; Water Resources; Geothermal Exploration; Report; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AND UNDERGROUND WATER RESOURCES STATEWIDE.
Establishes a Carbon Sequestration, Underground Water, and Geothermal Exploration Resource Characterization Program via slim hole bores and requires a related statewide environmental assessment. Requires a report to the Legislature. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
EIG/AEN, WAM |
SB1339 |
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HB1036 HD1 SD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-10; Appropriations; Expenditure Ceiling ($)
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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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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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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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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HB1079 HD1 SD1
DHS; Office of Wellness and Resilience; Trauma-informed Care; Child Welfare Services; Assessment; Training; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE.
Directs the Office of Wellness and Resilience to collaborate with the Department of Human Services to, either directly or by contract, design, administer, and implement a program for trauma-informed organizational assessments and a training curriculum for the Department of Human Services Child Welfare Services Branch staff. Appropriates funds. Takes effect 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
SB1398 |
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HB1087 HD2 SD1
DHHL; Historic Preservation; Project Reviews; Appropriation ($)
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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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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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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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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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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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) |
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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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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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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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HB1237 HD1 SD1
DOA; Maui County; Biosecurity; Invasive Species; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for agricultural biosecurity and the prevention, detection, and control of invasive species in Maui County. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/19/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
POEPOE, AMATO, IWAMOTO, KILA, LAMOSAO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI, TODD |
AEN, WAM |
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HB1247 HD1 SD1
Minimum Terms; Judicial Review; Appropriations ($)
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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HB1260 HD1 SD2
DOT; Counties; Summer Streets Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires each county, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation, to establish a Summer Streets Pilot Program that closes vehicular traffic and repurposes roads for pedestrian and cyclist use, outdoor events, and other community-driven activities. Requires each county to submit an initial proposal to the Director of Transportation. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals on 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
TODD |
TRS, WAM |
SB1666 |
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HB1294 HD2 SD1
DOA; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report; Appropriations ($)
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 ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes the Geothermal Revolving Fund for loans for water well development for geophysical investigation, exploration, and identification of geothermal resources on Hawaiian home lands. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HOLT, EVSLIN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, SOUZA, TARNAS, Kila |
HWN/EIG, WAM |
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HB1308 HD3 SD2
DLE; DOH; Gambling; Sports Wagering; Fantasy Sports; General Excise Tax; Problem Gambling Prevention and Treatment Special Fund
RELATING TO SPORTS WAGERING.
Allows for the regulation of sports wagering by the Department of Law Enforcement. Establishes licensing requirements for sports wagering operators and sports wagering suppliers. Establishes a general excise tax to be levied on sports wagering operator licenses. Establishes the Problem Gambling Prevention and Treatment Special Fund to be administered and expended by the Department of Health. Specifies that legal sports wagering and fantasy sports contests shall not be considered contests of chance or gambling. Authorizes DLE to perform criminal history record checks on applicants and licensees relating to sports wagering. (SD2) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
HOLT, KILA, TODD |
EDT/CPN, WAM |
SB1569 |
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HB1320 HD1 SD1
UH; Higher Education; Graduate Outcomes; Reports; Appropriations ($)
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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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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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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HB1345 HD1 SD2
DOE; UH; Four-year College; Tuition Subsidy; Mandatory Fee Subsidy; State-Approved Teacher Education Program; Teacher Education; Resident Student; Service Requirement
RELATING TO TEACHER EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Education to subsidize all tuition and mandatory fees for a resident student enrolled in a 4-year college campus of the University of Hawaii System with an education program or that offers an education degree for the semester or term that the student enrolls in a State-Approved Teacher Education Program under certain conditions. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDU, WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, COCHRAN, GRANDINETTI, KILA, KUSCH, LAMOSAO, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS |
EDU, WAM |
SB1524 |
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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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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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HB1427 HD1 SD1
DOH; DOA; Avian Influenza; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AVIAN INFLUENZA.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Department of Agriculture to prevent, monitor, and respond to avian influenza in Hawaii. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/2/2026- Received notice of the discharge of all House Conferees (Hse. Com. No. 457). |
NAKAMURA |
HHS/AEN, WAM |
SB1591 |
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HB1428 HD1 SD1
HHFDC; Housing Counseling Agencies; ALICE Households; Report; Appropriations ($)
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) |
(S)
3/20/2025- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
NAKAMURA |
HOU, WAM |
SB1592 |
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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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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) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKENOUCHI |
CPN |
SB1630 |
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HB1494 HD3 SD1
Department of Accounting and General Services; Stadium Authority; Stadium Development Special Fund; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO SPORTS FACILITIES.
Requires conditions placed on appropriations to the Stadium Development Special Fund to be met before expenditure. Restricts private donations to the Stadium Authority to use on stadium infrastructure and stadium development costs. Appropriates funds out of the Stadium Development Special Fund, subject to the completion of specific project readiness conditions. Requires certain moneys expended to be from private sources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/17/2026- Re-Referred to EDT/EDU, WAM. |
GARRETT, YAMASHITA |
EDT/EDU, WAM |
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HB1497 HD1 SD1
DOA; Restricted Use Pesticides; Online Reporting; Position Conversion; Appropriations ($)
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) |
(S)
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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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HB1562 HD1 SD1
Keiki Caucus; DOH; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division; Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a one-year Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project that will enable the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division of the Department of Health to develop and make publicly available a digital platform designed to help young people address and manage mental health challenges. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
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3/23/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ICHIYAMA, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SHIMIZU, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2679 |
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HB1565 HD2 SD1
Keiki Caucus; Judiciary; Child Welfare System; Legal Services for Youth; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TEMPLO, AMATO, CHUN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KILA, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, TAM |
EDT, WAM |
SB2574 |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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 ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHUN, KAHALOA, LOWEN, MATSUMOTO, PERRUSO, QUINLAN, Kusch |
AEN/HOU, WAM |
SB2405 |
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HB1605 HD1 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Food Security; Human and Community Resilience Institute; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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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HB1613 HD1 SD1
HTDC; Advanced Manufacturing and Cybersecurity Specialist; Marketing and Branding Specialist; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to establish advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity specialist and marketing and branding specialist positions. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, SAYAMA, TAM, WOODSON, Alcos |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1614 HD1 SD1
HTDC; Hawaii Technology Development Corporation Revolving Fund; Federal Grants; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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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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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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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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) |
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4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786). |
ICHIYAMA |
CPN, JDC |
SB2561 |
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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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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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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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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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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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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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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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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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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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) |
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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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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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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) |
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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) |
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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 ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Tenant Protection Working Group within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to address certain tenant protection issues in the State. Requires the Tenant Protection Working Group to report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GRANDINETTI, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
HOU/HHS, WAM |
SB2957 |
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HB1780 HD1 SD1
DOE; Student Transportation; School Bus Program; Fares; Reports; Appropriation ($)
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICS.
Establishes the Community Behavioral Health Clinics Certifying Office to certify and decertify community behavioral health clinics and provide technical assistance for clinics seeking certification. Establishes the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics Oversight Board. Amends the composition of the Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances to include a member from the Community Behavioral Health Clinics Certifying Office. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA |
HHS, WAM |
SB3274 |
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HB1858 HD2 SD1
Vital Statistics; Fetal Death; Certificate of Fetal Death; Registration; Filing and Preparation; Permits
RELATING TO VITAL STATISTICS.
Amends the various requirements in the event of a fetal death, including registration of certain fetal deaths, filing and preparation of a certificate of fetal death, and issuance of a permit for removal, burial, or other disposition. (SD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
TAKAYAMA, AMATO, HASHEM, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KUSCH, MARTEN, OLDS, SOUZA, TARNAS |
HHS, JDC |
SB2856 |
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HB1860 HD2 SD1
State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Designation; Funding; Reports
RELATING TO THE HAWAII SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
Designates the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra as the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Exempts state funds received by the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra from chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes. (SD1) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
QUINLAN |
WLA, WAM |
SB2603 |
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HB1863 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Honorary Ambassador to Canada; Appropriation ($)
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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HB1949 HD1 SD1
HCCMAC; Green Fee Transparency and Accountability Program; Green Fee Resiliency Impact Dashboard; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE GREEN FEE.
Establishes the Green Fee Transparency and Accountability Program and Green Fee Resiliency Impact Dashboard, to be administered by the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
4/6/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
TAM, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KITAGAWA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TEMPLO, TODD |
WLA/EDT/AEN, WAM |
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HB1950 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Transient Accommodations Tax; Dedicated Funding; State-led Marketing and Branding Special Fund; Annual Comprehensive Marketing, Branding, and Tourism Management Plan
RELATING TO THE TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS TAX.
Establishes the State-led Marketing and Branding Special Fund and requires that a portion of all transient accommodations tax revenues that would otherwise be deposited into the general fund be deposited into the special fund, to be used for state-led marketing, branding, and tourism management. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to develop and submit an annual comprehensive marketing, branding, and tourism management plan to the Legislature for approval. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TAM, GEDEON, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, TEMPLO |
EDT, WAM |
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HB1952 HD1 SD1
UH; CTAHR; Agricultural Research and Extension Station Kauai; Capital Improvements; GO Bonds; Appropriation ($)
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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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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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) |
(H)
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) |
(H)
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) |
(H)
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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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) |
(S)
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) |
(S)
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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HB1969 HD2 SD1 CD1
DHS; Colorectal Cancer Screenings; Colorectal Cancer Treatment; State-Funded Financial Assistance; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COLORECTAL CANCER.
Requires the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a state-funded financial assistance program to offer state-funded colorectal screenings and treatment for certain persons. Requires state-funded coverage for follow-up treatment for colorectal cancer for certain persons. Requires coverage to include a follow-up colonoscopy after a positive test result. Specifies that coverage is not subject to a deductible, copayment, coinsurance, or any other cost-sharing requirements. Appropriates funds and establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
CHUN, AMATO, BELATTI, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KITAGAWA, KONG, KUSCH, LA CHICA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
CPN, WAM |
SB2859 |
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HB1970 HD2 SD1
University of Hawaii Cancer Center; Hawaii Tumor Registry; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(H)
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) |
(S)
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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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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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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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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HB2005 HD2 SD1
Filipino Caucus; UH; Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LANGUAGE ACCESS.
Establishes a statewide Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program at the University of Hawaii. Establishes positions and appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 799). |
ILAGAN |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2007 HD3 SD1
Taxation; Household and Dependent Care Services Tax Credit; Applicable Percentage; Employment-Related Expenses; Disallowance Period
RELATING TO THE HOUSEHOLD AND DEPENDENT CARE SERVICES TAX CREDIT.
Increases a taxpayer's applicable percentage of employment-related expenses that is used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit. Establishes certain disallowance periods following a final decision that a claim for the credit was due to fraud and that the claim was disallowed. Extends the sunset date of the temporary increase in maximum employment-related expenses that are used to calculate the household and dependent care services tax credit, established by Act 163, SLH 2023, to 6/30/2030. Sunsets 6/30/2030. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
PERRUSO, AMATO, BELATTI, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KUSCH, MARTEN, MORIKAWA, PIERICK, POEPOE, SOUZA, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
HHS, WAM |
SB2683 |
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HB2009 HD2 SD1
Department of Human Services; State Council on Developmental Disabilities; Disability and Caregiver Support Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 ($)
RELATING TO TEACHER HOUSING.
Establishes the Teacher Housing Assistance Program to be administered by the Department of Education to provide housing vouchers to certain eligible teachers. Appropriates funds out of the Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KAPELA, AMATO, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LEE, M., LOWEN, MIYAKE, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2137 HD3 SD2 CD1
Artificial Intelligence; Realistic Digital Imitations; Protections for Individuals
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Prohibits certain harmful uses of realistic digital imitations generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Establishes certain exemptions. Provides for civil actions and civil remedies for individuals injured by unauthorized AI-generated realistic digital imitations. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
LEE, M., AMATO, BELATTI, CHUN, GEDEON, GRANDINETTI, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KILA, KUSCH, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SAYAMA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TARNAS, TEMPLO, WOODSON |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
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HB2139 HD1 SD1
UH; Invasive Species; Queensland Longhorn Beetle; Study; Appropriation ($)
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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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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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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HB2155 HD2 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Statistics Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Statutorily establishes the Agricultural Statistics Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, CHUN, GRANDINETTI, HASHEM, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LA CHICA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, REYES ODA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, WOODSON |
AEN, WAM |
SB2404 |
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HB2156 HD1
General Excise Tax; Transient Accommodations Tax; Filing Threshold; Increase
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Increases the filing thresholds for the General Excise Tax and Transient Accommodations Tax. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, EVSLIN, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LEE, M., MORIKAWA, REYES ODA |
WAM |
SB2023 |
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HB2158 HD1 SD1 CD1
UH; Program Level Transparency; Online Dashboard; Reports
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii System to develop, implement, and maintain a publicly accessible, systemwide online dashboard. Requires the dashboard to include and maintain relevant information needed for students and their families for academic decision-making. Requires a preliminary report on 12/1/2026. Requires annual reports to the Legislature beginning 12/1/2027. Requires a supplementary report to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2031. Sunsets 6/30/31. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
GARRETT, AMATO, EVSLIN, KAPELA, KILA |
EDU, WAM |
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HB2159 HD2 SD1
UH; Health Care Workforce Development; Positions; Appropriation ($)
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 ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACY.
Establishes the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Special Fund to support pharmacist workforce assessment and planning efforts. Establishes the pharmacist workforce assessment fee. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAYAMA, CHUN, GARRETT, ILAGAN, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MORIKAWA, OLDS, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TARNAS, WOODSON |
EDU/CPN, WAM |
SB2857 |
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HB2165 HD2 SD1
DLIR; Hawaii Employment Security Law; Unemployment Benefits; Recovery of Benefits; Assessments; Records and Reports
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYMENT SECURITY LAW.
Amends the qualifications for unemployed individuals who are able to receive unemployment benefits. Beginning 4/1/2027, removes the two-year limitation on the recoupment of overpayments and limits the amount of overpaid amount and the penalty assessment amount that can be deducted from future benefits payable to the individual. Beginning 4/1/2027, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to assess and collect a service charge for dishonored unemployment insurance assessments. Beginning 4/1/2027, specifies that employers must report separation and wage information within five calendar days of notice being sent, whether by mail or electronic notification. Beginning 4/1/2027, increases the penalty for failure to report separations or wages and for failure to file or for filing insufficient wage reports. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 599). |
SAYAMA, LEE, M. |
LBT, WAM |
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HB2167 HD2 SD1
Office of Youth Services; Youth Homelessness; Youth Housing Stability Assistance Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
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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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 ($)
RELATING TO AMBULANCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to purchase one advanced life support ambulance and related equipment to be based in central Maui, fund pay-related personnel costs for state-certified emergency medical services personnel, and increase the predictability and stability of available air ambulance services for all islands in the State. Effective 1/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WOODSON, AMATO, GARCIA, HUSSEY, ILAGAN, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, KUSCH, LEE, M., MARTEN, MATSUMOTO, MORIKAWA, MURAOKA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKENOUCHI |
HHS, WAM |
SB2934 |
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HB2207 HD2 SD2 CD1
DAB; Rules; Fine Mesh Nets; Monofilament Netting; Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Allows the use of certain monofilament netting for the protection of plants against invasive species. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules allowing the sale and distribution of fine mesh nets, including monofilament netting, in the State to protect plants from the coconut rhinoceros beetle. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, BELATTI, CHUN, EVSLIN, GARRETT, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, LOWEN, MARTEN, MATAYOSHI, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, REYES ODA, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA, TAKENOUCHI, TAM, TARNAS, TEMPLO |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
SB2942 |
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HB2208 HD1 SD1
DHS; Food Security; Hawaii Farm to Families Program; Grants; Reports; Appropriation ($)
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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HB2216 HD2 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Loans; Sale; Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund Expenditure Ceiling; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to package and sell a portion of its agricultural loan portfolio to permitted third parties. Appropriates funds out of the Agricultural Loans Revolving Fund to increase its expenditure ceiling. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
4/8/2026- The committee on WAM has deleted the measure from decision making scheduled on 04-09-26 10:55AM; CR 211 & Videoconference. |
NAKAMURA, CHUN, KAHALOA, KUSCH, LOWEN, QUINLAN |
AEN, WAM |
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HB2218 HD2 SD2 CD1
DLNR; Community Co-Management Agreements; Public Lands
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to enter into community co-management agreements and establishes qualifications for eligible community co-managers. Authorizes the disposition of public lands by a community co-management agreement. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA, ICHIYAMA, KAHALOA, KITAGAWA, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, PERRUSO, QUINLAN |
WLA, WAM |
SB2685 |
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HB2240 HD1
Legislative Agencies; Appropriations ($)
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 $350,000 or less if filing jointly; increasing the maximum adjusted gross income an individual taxpayer must be below in order to be eligible to have any excess credits refunded and limiting credit refundability to systems that are not third-party financed systems; and prohibiting a taxpayer from claiming a credit for a renewable energy technology system installed and placed in service on a residential property where the taxpayer has claimed a credit in prior taxable years. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Sunsets 1/1/2029. (SD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:45PM in Conference Room 411.
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LOWEN, PERRUSO |
EIG, WAM |
SB3183 |
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HB2246 HD1 SD1 CD1
DAB; Agricultural Grant Program; Revolving Fund; Annual Report ($)
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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HB2250 HD2 SD2
AG; Claims Against the State; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE, ITS OFFICERS, OR ITS EMPLOYEES.
Makes appropriations and approves payments for claims against the State, its officers, and its employees. (SD2) |
(H)
5/8/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
SB3070 |
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HB2270 HD1 SD1 CD1
HHFDC; Downpayment Loan Assistance Program
RELATING TO THE DOWNPAYMENT LOAN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Amends the Downpayment Loan Assistance Program by: removing the prohibition on combined loan-to-value ratios; clarifying the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's authority to establish interest rates and allow payment waivers and interest forgiveness; authorizing financial institutions, mortgage lenders, and other loan originators to originate downpayment loans; and reducing the borrower's required personal contribution toward the downpayment. Authorizes borrowers to use a portion of a downpayment loan to pay for closing costs, prepaids, and reserves for the purchase of the residential property for which the downpayment loan is provided. (CD1) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
SB3089 |
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HB2271 HD2 SD1 CD1
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-1 and BU-10; Emergency Appropriation ($)
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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) |
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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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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) |
(S)
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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HB2411 HD1 SD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Employer-Led Sector Partnerships Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Establishes and appropriates funds into and out of the Hawaii Employer-Led Sector Partnerships Special Fund. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to coordinate its sector partnership activities with the Workforce Development Council. Effective 7/1/3050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ILAGAN |
EDT, WAM |
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HB2413 HD1 SD2
Bail; Pretrial Release; Nonviolent Offenders
RELATING TO PRETRIAL REFORM.
Requires release on recognizance for defendants charged with violations, traffic offenses, nonviolent petty misdemeanors, nonviolent misdemeanors, and nonviolent class C felonies, subject to conditions. Establishes exclusions for specified offenses, threats to public safety, and certain other circumstances. Requires findings when bail or detention is imposed, ongoing review of continued detention or conditions, and a prompt hearing if bail cannot be posted. Requires prosecutors to notify victims of pretrial decisions. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2) |
(S)
4/14/2026- Failed to pass Third Reading. Ayes, 9; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Kanuha . Noes, 16 (Senator(s) Awa, DeCoite, DeCorte, Dela Cruz, Elefante, Fevella, Gabbard, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kidani, Kim, Lamosao, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Richards, Wakai). Excused, 0 (none). |
TARNAS, AMATO, EVSLIN, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KAHALOA, KAPELA, MARTEN, MIYAKE, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TAKAYAMA |
PSM, JDC |
SB3208 |
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HB2416 HD1 SD1
UH; Maritime Youth Apprenticeship Pathway Program; Study; University of Hawaii Community College System; Workforce Development; Report; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(S)
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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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) |
(H)
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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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) |
(S)
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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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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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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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) |
(S)
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) |
(S)
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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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) |
(H)
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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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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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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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) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
KAHALOA, ILAGAN, KAPELA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, LOWEN, TARNAS, TODD |
HWN, CPN |
SB3248 |
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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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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) |
(S)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
TARNAS |
JDC, WAM |
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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) |
(H)
5/7/2026- Transmitted to Governor. |
CHUN, HARTSFIELD, KAHALOA, KILA, MIYAKE, POEPOE |
PSM, WAM |
SB3236 |
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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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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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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) |
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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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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) |
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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 ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for the Area-Wide Fruit Fly Suppression Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
NAKAMURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
SB2703 |
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HB2567 HD1 SD1
DOE; BOE; Superintendent-Level Positions; Cap; Complex Area Superintendents; Appropriation ($)
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) |
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4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 717). |
WOODSON |
EDU/WAM |
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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) |
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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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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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HB2594 HD1 SD1
DAB; Insurance; Small Agricultural Producers; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study on insurance coverage for small agricultural producers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/24/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KUSCH, AMATO, KAHALOA, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KILA, LOWEN, MARTEN, MIYAKE, MORIKAWA, OLDS, PERRUSO, POEPOE, TARNAS |
AEN, WAM |
SB2317 |
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HB2595 HD1 SD1
DAB; Agriculture; Regional Agriculture Feasibility; Food Systems Planning; Study; Working Group; Reports; Appropriation ($)
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) |
(S)
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) |
(S)
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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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) |
(S)
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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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) |
(S)
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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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) |
(S)
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 |