| Rpt# | Measure Status | Current Status | Introducer(s) | Current Referral | Companion |
2101
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SB874 SD2 HD2 CD1
Equality Caucus; Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine; Veterinary Medicine; Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship; Pet Medication; Consumer Prescription Choice
RELATING TO VETERINARY MEDICINE.
Requires veterinarians to provide a written prescription, upon the request of a client, for any animal patient of a client with whom the veterinarian has established an existing veterinarian-client-patient relationship, to be filled at the pharmacy of the client's choosing. Allows pharmacies licensed in the State to dispense medications prescribed by veterinarians. Specifies that violators may be subject to disciplinary action by the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine, which may include fines or suspension or revocation of a license. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, FEVELLA, INOUYE, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AGR, CPC |
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2102
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SB2098 SD1
DAB; Clean Plant Program; Establishment; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION.
Establishes a Clean Plant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to support the production, maintenance, and distribution of disease-free, clean plant material to growers, nurseries, and other agricultural producers in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
HB2549 |
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2103
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SB2110 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption Commission; Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program; Agriculture; Technical Assistance; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program within the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
AGR/EEP, FIN |
HB1621 |
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2104
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SB2126 SD1
DAB; Farming; Small and Midsized Farms; Grants; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL GRANTS.
Establishes the Farming Grant Program to be administered by the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide grants to small and midsized farmers. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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2105
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SB2154 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Markets Study; Report; Agricultural Statistics Service; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study of agricultural markets for Hawaii farmers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for the one-year study of agricultural markets for Hawaii farmers. Appropriates funds to establish positions to collect agricultural data and conduct data analysis for public consumption. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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2106
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SB2160 SD1
DAB; Beekeepers; Registration; Industry Standards; Best Management Practices; Apiary Program; Limitation on Liability; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BEEKEEPING.
Clarifies the registration process for beekeepers with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide guidance and support to registered beekeepers to help beekeepers adhere to certain industry standards and best management practices. Establishes a limitation on liability for any registered beekeeper who follows industry standards and best practices. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/3/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Wakai |
AEN, WAM/CPN |
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2107
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SB2043 SD1 HD1 CD1
Insurance Commissioner; Insurance; Captive Insurance Companies; Examinations; Report
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Until 12/31/2031, specifies that captive insurance companies that are not risk retention captive insurance companies are subject to examination no later than five years after licensure and any additional examination at the discretion of the Insurance Commissioner. On or after 1/1/2032, subjects captive insurance companies that are not risk retention captive insurance companies to examination at least once every five years. Requires the Insurance Commissioner to submit a report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2031. Effective 7/1/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPC |
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2108
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SB2044 SD1
Dormant Captive Insurance Companies; Gross Premiums Tax; Meeting Requirement; Exemption
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Exempts a dormant captive insurance company that has been issued a certificate of dormancy from certain taxes and the requirement that its governing body hold at least one meeting each year in the State. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
2/4/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI |
CPN, WAM |
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2109
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SB2004 SD1
Counties; Outdoor Advertising; Violators; Penalties; Increase
RELATING TO OUTDOOR ADVERTISING.
Increases the penalties for any person who violates the State's laws relating to the display of billboards or any outdoor advertising device. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
INOUYE, DECOITE, GABBARD, KANUHA, RHOADS, Elefante, Moriwaki |
WAL, JHA |
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2110
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SB2042 SD1
Insurance; Sponsored Captive Insurance Companies; Minimum Capital and Surplus; Reduction
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Reduces the unimpaired minimum capital and surplus that class 4 sponsored captive insurance companies are required to maintain. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI |
CPN, WAM |
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2111
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SB2892 SD1 HD1 CD1
Feral Chickens; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FERAL CHICKENS.
Appropriates funds to the City and County of Honolulu to facilitate the receipt, handling, and humane disposition of feral chickens that have already been caught. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LAMOSAO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Moriwaki, Richards, San Buenaventura |
AGR, FIN |
HB1826 |
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2112
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SB1163 SD2
Privacy; Geolocation Information; Eavesdropping; Internet Browser Information; Exemptions
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Prohibits the sale of geolocation information and internet browser information without consent. Prohibits the sale of data collected through eavesdropping or through an application operating in the background of a device that uses the device's microphone. Establishes exemptions for lawful investigations conducted by law enforcement agencies, customer proprietary network information, and certain telecommunication carriers. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPC, JHA |
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2113
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SB2076 SD1
Digital Replica; Publicity Rights; Likeness
RELATING TO PUBLICITY RIGHTS.
Protects a person's right to publicity from digital replicas by including "digital replica" in the definition of "likeness" that is protected under state law that governs publicity rights. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
LBT, CPN/JDC |
HB2607 |
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2114
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SB2116 SD1
AG; State and County; Departments, Boards, Commissions, Agencies; Public Employees; Confidential Complaint Process; Reports; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
Requires the Attorney General to establish a confidential process for persons to anonymously file complaints against public employees. Requires the Attorney General to review and forward the complaints to the department, board, commission, or agency deemed appropriate by the Attorney General. Requires the departments, boards, commissions, and agencies to process the complaint pursuant to their standard complaint-processing procedures and report the disposition to the Attorney General. Authorizes the Attorney General to adopt rules. Requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/25/2026- Re-Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Ihara |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1654 |
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2115
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SB2122 SD1
Cafeteria Plans; Wage and Salary Reduction Benefit Programs; Flexible Spending Accounts; Public Service; Maximum Contributions; Carryover Limits
RELATING TO CAFETERIA PLANS.
Specifies that the maximum contribution and carryover amounts for a public service flexible spending account plan shall be set in accordance with the annual limits prescribed by the Internal Revenue Service for cafeteria plans. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, RICHARDS, Chang, Hashimoto |
LBT, WAM |
HB1661 |
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2116
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SB99 SD1 HD1 CD1
DLE; ERS; Retirees; Benefits; School Resource Officers; Labor Shortage; Difficult-to-Fill; State and County Human Resources; Report
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of retirement benefits if the retirant is employed as a school resource officer identified by the Department of Law Enforcement or other law enforcement agency as a labor shortage or difficult-to-fill position and stationed at a public school, subject to certain conditions. Establishes criteria for various agencies to use in identifying labor shortage or difficult-to-fill positions. Requires the director of human resources of the appropriate state jurisdiction or the human resources management chief executive of each county to include in their annual reports to the Legislature, details on the employment of retirants as school resource officers. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kanuha |
LAB, FIN |
HB214 |
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2117
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SB2088 SD1 HD1
DLIR; Insurance Commissioner; Nontraditional Workforce; Portable Health Care Benefits; Voluntary Pilot Program; High Deductible Health Plan; Catastrophic Health Plan; Health Savings Account; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PLANS FOR WORKERS.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, in consultation with the Insurance Commissioner, to establish and implement a five-year voluntary Nontraditional Workforce Portable Health Care Benefit Plan Pilot Program that offers high deductible health plans or catastrophic health plans to nontraditional workers who are ineligible for health benefits provided by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund or prepaid health care plans under the Prepaid Health Care Act. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Shimizu voting no (1) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
LAB, CPC, FIN |
HB1545 |
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2118
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SB2114 SD2 HD1
Collective Bargaining; Grievance Procedure; Suspension; Discharge; Discipline; Exempt Employees
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Repeals the prohibition placed on certain employees exempt from Civil Service Law from grieving a suspension or discharge. Allows any employee who is a member of an appropriate bargaining unit to grieve any disciplinary action, unless prohibited by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LAB, JHA |
HB1659 |
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2119
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SB2117 SD1 HD1
EUTF; Collective Bargaining; Contributions; Disputes; Impasses; Arbitration
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
Allows impasses and disputes relating to the amounts of State and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to be resolved by arbitration. Repeals the prohibition against strikes by members of bargaining units on the issue of the amounts of State and county contributions to the Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LAB, FIN |
HB1664 |
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2120
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SB2118 SD1
Public Employers; Public Employees; Indebtedness; Salary or Wage Overpayment; Overpayment Payroll Transactions; Deductions for Recovery; Notice
RELATING TO INDEBTEDNESS TO THE STATE.
Repeals the requirement that the disbursing officer immediately begin recovery of the indebtedness regardless of a pending contested case. Amends the maximum amount that a disbursing officer may deduct from an employee's salary, wage, or compensation as recovery of an employee's indebtedness to 5% of the employee's gross income per pay period, with exceptions. Requires a written statement to be provided to the employee at least thirty calendar days before the deduction. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/6/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
HB1656 |
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2121
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SB2245 HD1
Ethics Commission Package; State Employees; Pre-Employment Restrictions; Post-Employment Restrictions
RELATING TO REVOLVING DOOR RESTRICTIONS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES.
Prohibits new state employees from taking official action on matters they worked on before state employment. Prohibits former permanent employees of the Office of the Governor and Office of the Lieutenant Governor from representing persons or businesses for a period of 12 months after termination from state employment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2109 |
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2122
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SB2386 SD1 HD2
Employment; Job Listing; Disclosure; Exemption
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT EARNINGS.
Clarifies that the requirement to disclose hourly rates or salary ranges on job listings applies to full-time, part-time, temporary, or seasonal employment. Repeals the exemption for employers having fewer than fifty employees from the disclosure requirement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 800). |
ELEFANTE, Inouye, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
LAB, CPC |
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2123
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SB2079
Vehicle Title; Surety Bond; Director of Finance; Ownership
RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.
Requires the county Director of Finance to issue a temporary, three-year title to an applicant in cases where no prior title exists, the prior owner is unable to provide one, or the Director is otherwise not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle. Requires the applicant to provide a surety bond and certain documentation to the Director. Allows for a right of action against the surety bond and temporary title. Requires the temporary title to convert to a full title after three years unless a suit has been instituted against the temporary title. |
(S)
2/24/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EIG, JDC |
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2124
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SB2241 SD1
HSEO; Zero-Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure; Government Vehicles; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ZERO-EMISSIONS VEHICLES.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii State Energy Office to analyze zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure in the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
EIG, WAM |
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2125
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SB2517 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Protective Orders; Restraining Orders; Firearms; Prohibition
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Amends the penalty for the unlawful possession, control, or transfer of a firearm or ammunition in violation of a valid judicial protective order or restraining order by reclassifying the offense from a misdemeanor to a class C felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday, 04-29-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2075 |
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2126
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SB2518 SD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Law Enforcement Officers; Assault; Penalties
RELATING TO ASSAULT AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.
Includes recklessly causing serious or substantial bodily injury to a law enforcement officer engaged in the performance of duty as the offense of assault against a law enforcement officer in the first degree. Increases penalties for the offense of assault against a law enforcement officer in the first degree. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2076 |
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2127
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SB2519 HD1 CD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Standards Board; Certification; Extension
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes new deadlines for the completion of Law Enforcement Standards Board certification responsibilities. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA |
HB2077 |
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2128
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SB2520 SD2
AG; Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Habitual Violent Offenders; Criminal Justice Research Institute; Reports
RELATING TO HABITUAL VIOLENT CRIME.
Amends Act 213, SLH 2024, by repealing its sunset date and requiring the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit a one-time report to the Legislature before the Regular Session of 2031. Requires the Department of the Attorney General, in consultation with the Criminal Justice Research Institute, to submit ongoing annual reports to the Legislature. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2078 |
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2129
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SB2592 SD1
AG; Firearms; Reports
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Requires the Department of the Attorney General to publish, on the Department's public website, an annual report that compiles information on firearms, firearm-related deaths and injuries, and firearm violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
PSM, JDC/WAM |
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2130
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SB2382 SD1
DLE; Kupaa Retention Bonus Program; Law Enforcement Retention; Staffing; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program to be administered by the Department of Law Enforcement to provide $15,000 retention bonuses to eligible sworn law enforcement officers that have worked a minimum of two thousand hours during the preceding fiscal year, subject to collective bargaining negotiations. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to report to the Legislature on the effectiveness of the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program. Appropriates funds for the Kupaa Retention Bonus Program. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (SD1) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
FUKUNAGA |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
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2131
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SB2151 SD2 HD2
Emergency Management; State of Emergency; Local State of Emergency
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
Clarifies state and local authority during a state or local state of emergency. Clarifies and limits the suspension of laws and access to records during an emergency. Defines "catastrophic harm" and "severe weather warning". Amends the definitions of "disaster" and "emergency" under emergency management laws. Allows the Legislature to terminate a state of emergency and county councils to terminate a local state of emergency. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
PBS, JHA |
HB2236 |
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2132
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SB2503 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; Firearms; Buyback; Department of Law Enforcement; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Appropriates moneys to support the State's gun buyback program, including at least two gun buyback events in each county. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB2061 |
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2133
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SB2516 SD1
Hawaii Law Enforcement Coalition Package; Public Safety; Hindering Prosecution; Accomplice Liability; Sanctions; Penalties
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Establishes a gradient penalty structure for the offense of hindering prosecution in the first degree, based on the level of offense hindered. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2074 |
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2134
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SB2069 SD2 HD1 CD2
HHFDC; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program
RELATING TO THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND.
Extends the sunset date of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program pursuant to Act 92, SLH 2023, from June 30, 2028, to June 30, 2031. Requires any equity purchased by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation under the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot Program to be in a for-sale housing development project within a transit-oriented development zone. Authorizes HHFDC to spend up to $20,000,000 from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for the Equity Pilot Program established pursuant to Act 92, Session Laws of Hawaii 2023. (CD2) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
HSG, FIN |
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2135
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SB2665 SD2 HD1
DOT; Traffic Safety; Driver's License; Renewal; Motor Vehicle Drivers
RELATING TO RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES.
Requires applicants for driver's license renewal who have received two or more traffic citations within the preceding five years for violations involving the operation of a motor vehicle to complete an educational course that includes a road safety video developed by the Department of Transportation and a written road safety examination. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
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2136
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SB2463 SD1 HD1
Drug and Alcohol Toxicology Testing; Blood Alcohol Content; Lower Threshold
RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.
Lowers the blood alcohol content threshold for driving while under the influence of an intoxicant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE |
TRN, JHA |
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2137
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SB2429 SD1 HD2
Judiciary; DOT; Speeding Offenses; Habitual Speeder; Intelligent Speed Assistance; Excessive Speeding; Report
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Establishes a framework for the use of intelligent speed assistance technology for habitual speeders. Clarifies liability for a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer regarding the design, manufacture, installation, repair, or update of an active intelligent speed assistance system. Allows probation for persons who are charged with excessive speeding. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KANUHA, CHANG, INOUYE, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
HB2154 |
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2138
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SB2399 SD2 HD1
Taxation; General Excise Tax; Aircraft Service and Maintenance
RELATING TO A GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTION FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE.
Provides a general excise tax exemption for the sale of material, parts, or tools used for aircraft service and maintenance or for the construction of an aircraft service and maintenance facility. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
INOUYE |
TRN, FIN |
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2139
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SB2355 SD1
DOT; Vehicle Safety Inspections; Passenger Cars; Mobile
RELATING TO VEHICLE SAFETY.
Requires the Director of Transportation to adopt rules allowing for mobile vehicle safety inspections of passenger cars. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Re-Referred to TRS, WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRS, WAM |
HB2347 |
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2140
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SB2172 SD1
All-Terrain Vehicles; Utility Terrain Vehicles; Highways; Drivers; Equipment; Agriculture
RELATING TO VEHICLES.
Allows an all-terrain vehicle or utility terrain vehicle to drive in the evening and night if they are equipped with headlights, taillights, turn signals, and brake lights, and while displaying a slow moving vehicle emblem. Allows drivers of all-terrain vehicles and utility vehicles to wear a safety helmet with a securely fastened chin strap, rather than require. Includes in the definition of "utility-terrain vehicle" a motor vehicle that accommodates one driver and one passenger sitting side-by-side, and up to six people in seat belts. Includes "all-terrain vehicle" and "utility terrain vehicle" in the definition of "motor vehicle" under the State's motor vehicle insurance law. (SD1) |
(S)
2/10/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RICHARDS, KIDANI |
TRS, JDC |
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2141
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SB2253 SD2 HD2
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Negligent Injury; Intoxicated Drivers
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Amends the offense of negligent injury in the first degree to include substantial bodily injury caused by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
HB2086 |
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2142
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SB2053 SD2 HD2 CD1
Salvaged Motor Vehicles; Transfer; Supporting Documents; Electronic Signature; Indemnification
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes supporting documents used to transfer ownership of a motor vehicle to an insurance company after payment of damages from the result of a total loss insurance settlement to be signed electronically. Requires insurance companies to indemnify and hold harmless the Director of Finance for any claims resulting from the issuance of motor vehicle titles utilizing documents signed electronically without a notary. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRN, CPC |
HB1691 |
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2143
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SB2009 SD2 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Private Parties; Vehicle Transfer; Registration; Plates; Tags; Emblems; Notification; Centralized Notification System; Motor Vehicle Registration; Driver's License; Unpaid Monetary Obligations
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Part I: Establishes requirements for transferors and transferees of used motor vehicles. Requires new number plates and tags or emblems for used motor vehicles transferred between private individuals. Requires each county Director of Finance to notify all applicable state and local agencies upon receipt of official notification of a vehicle transfer from a transferor. Requires each county Director of Finance to establish a centralized notification system for applicable agencies for every vehicle transfer by 7/1/2028. Part II: Imposes a restriction on a person's ability to obtain or renew a driver's license or to register, renew the registration of, or transfer or receive title to a motor vehicle, as a consequence of unpaid monetary obligations, under certain circumstances. Repeals provisions that would have allowed any person prevented from obtaining or renewing a driver's license or motor vehicle registration solely due to failure to pay any monetary assessment to petition the court for a driver's license or motor vehicle clearance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka voting no (2) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, FEVELLA |
TRN, JHA |
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2144
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SB2026 SD2 HD1
Traffic Safety; Duty of Approaching Vehicle; Stationary Vehicle; Pickup Trucks; Passenger Restrictions
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Part I: Requires drivers of vehicles approaching stationary motor vehicles stopped in any location on the roadway, shoulder, or roadside to slow down and make a lane change if necessary. Part II: Prohibits the operation of a pickup truck with a passenger seated in the bed or load-carrying area on roadways with posted speed limits of forty-six miles per hour or higher and roadways with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction. Provides certain exemptions from passenger restrictions. Increases the minimum age to ride in the bed or load-carrying area of a pickup truck while in operation from twelve years of age to eighteen years of age. 0Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
TRN, JHA |
HB1692 |
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2145
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SB2723 HD1
State Sheriffs Day; Commemoration
RELATING TO STATE SHERIFFS DAY.
Establishes April 27 of each year as State Sheriffs Day to commemorate the establishment of the Office of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1846. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/10/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 564). |
RHOADS |
CAA, JHA |
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2146
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SB2060 SD2 HD1 CD1
HHFDC; RHRF; Mixed-Income Subaccount
RELATING TO THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
Authorizes the Rental Housing Revolving Fund to be used to provide any and all forms of financing for the development, pre‑development, construction, acquisition, preservation, and substantial rehabilitation of rental housing units. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to give preference to certain projects with perpetual affordability commitments, that are revenue neutral, and to applicants with a demonstrated history of early repayment to the RHRF. Authorizes HHFDC to use moneys in the RHRF that have been reserved or awarded by HHFDC for specific projects but have not yet been encumbered to fund other rental housing projects subject to certain conditions. Authorizes HHFDC to secure a line of credit or other instrument of indebtedness to provide liquidity for the RHRF under certain conditions. Repeals 6/30/2030. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
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2147
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SB2342 SD2 HD1
HHFDC; Qualified Allocation Plan; Working Group; Rental Housing Revolving Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes, and appropriates funds for, a working group to make recommendations to revise the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation's Qualified Allocation Plan and propose revisions to the prioritization of the Rental Housing Revolving Fund and the terms of loans made from the Rental Housing Revolving Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HSG, FIN |
HB1868 |
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2148
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SB2577 SD2 HD1
DBEDT; Sports Tourism; University of Hawaii; Aloha Stadium; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SPORTS TOURISM.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study of the potential economic benefits and costs of sports tourism in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires funds appropriated to the Hawaii Tourism Authority in the Supplemental Executive Budget to be expended by DBEDT for the study. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-30-26 10:30AM in conference room 411. |
DECOITE, WAKAI, Kanuha, Lamosao, San Buenaventura |
TOU/ECD, FIN |
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2149
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SB2580 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOTAX; DBEDT; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Qualified Production; Costs; Third-Party Certification; General Excise Tax; Loan-Out Companies
RELATING TO THE MOTION PICTURE, DIGITAL MEDIA, AND FILM PRODUCTION INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Amends the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit (tax credit) by, beginning for costs incurred after 12/31/2025, providing an additional credit to qualified productions with a workforce of at least eighty percent local hires; requiring each taxpayer claiming the tax credit to submit an independent third-party certification verifying certain information to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; increasing the per-production cap amount to $20,000,000 and excluding qualified productions that incur at least $60,000,000 of qualified production costs from the per-production cap amount; changing the aggregate cap amount to $60,000,000; providing that, beginning for costs incurred after 12/31/2023, if the total amount of tax credits claimed in a year is less than the aggregate cap amount, the cap for the subsequent year shall be increased by the unclaimed amount; defining "streaming platform" and amending the definition of "qualified production" to include certain streaming productions; and extending the sunset date of the tax credit to 1/1/2038. Exempts from the general excise tax certain amounts received by a motion picture project employer from a client company that represent reimbursements for costs paid or incurred by the client company for reasonable employment-related costs of motion picture project workers or loan-out companies. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante |
ECD, FIN |
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2150
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SB2809
Governor; Budget-Related Reports; Program Memoranda; Variance Reports; Program Size Indicators; Effectiveness Measures; Reviews; Updates
RELATING TO BUDGET-RELATED REPORTS.
Requires the Governor to ensure that the Governor's program memoranda and variance reports accurately reflect the current responsibilities of certain state programs, address the current and future needs of the State, and align with budget-related submittals. |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
FIN |
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2151
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SB2397 SD1 HD1 CD1
Neighborhood Boards; Vacancies; Quorum Requirements
RELATING TO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS.
Establishes that when a neighborhood board of the City and County of Honolulu has a vacancy, a majority of the filled seats shall constitute quorum for conducting official board business and discussions before and related to voting. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
FUKUNAGA |
JHA |
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2152
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SB2315 SD2 HD1
Constitutional Amendment; General Elections; Amendment Process; Tallying; Votes (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SECTION 3 OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO SPECIFY THAT THE STANDARD FOR VOTER APPROVAL OF A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROPOSED BY THE LEGISLATURE IS A MAJORITY OF ALL THE VOTES TALLIED UPON THE QUESTION.
Proposes to amend article XVII, section 3, of the Hawaii State Constitution regarding the standard for ratification of a constitutional amendment proposed by the Legislature, to provide that proposed amendments shall be effective only if approved at a general election by a majority of all the votes tallied upon the question. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Muraoka, Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (5) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
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2153
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SB2442 SD1 HD1
Judiciary; Community-Based Organizations; Contract for Services; Access to Justice; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PURCHASE OF SERVICE CONTRACTS BY THE JUDICIARY.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires contracts for services awarded to community-based organizations by the Judiciary in support of fulfilling the Judiciary's statutory mandate to individuals, families, and communities in the State to include certain protections against inflation. Appropriates funds to the Judiciary to increase the contract price in existing contracts for certain services provided by community-based organizations in support of fulfilling the Judiciary's statutory mandate to individuals, families, and communities in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
JHA, FIN |
HB2369 |
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2154
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SB2152 SD2 HD1
Constitutional Amendment; Judges; Mandatory Retirement Age (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VI, SECTION 3, OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO INCREASE THE MANDATORY RETIREMENT AGE FOR STATE JUSTICES AND JUDGES.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to increase the mandatory retirement age for justices and judges from seventy to seventy‑five years of age. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 325. |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB1528 |
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2155
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SB2380
Continuous Legislative Session; Constitutional Amendment; Constitutional Repeal
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO ESTABLISH A CONTINUOUS LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
Establishes a continuous Legislature beginning in January 2031. Defines each regular session to be two calendar years. Requires the Legislature to convene on the first and third weeks of each month except for two months before a general or primary election. Repeals language regarding special sessions, adjournment, and recesses. Establishes procedures for the carry-over of bills from the first to the second year of a regular session. Establishes deadlines for certain bills to be submitted for gubernatorial consideration. Standardizes the number of days that the Governor must approve or veto a bill submitted for consideration. Repeals the Governor's ability to appoint an interim position if a vacancy occurs while the Senate is not in session. Establishes salaries of the members of the Legislature pursuant to recommendations by the Commission on Salaries submitted during the 2030 regular session, unless those recommendations are amended by law. |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
JDC, WAM |
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2156
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SB2462
State Income Tax Liability; Income Check-Off; Hawaii Election Campaign Fund
RELATING TO STATE INCOME TAX LIABILITY.
Increases designated income check-off amounts for the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund to $6 for taxpayers filing individual returns with $6 or more of state income tax liability and for spouses filing joint returns with $12 or more of state income tax liability. |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
JDC, WAM |
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2157
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SB2055 SD1 HD1
Civil Rights Commission; Civil Rights Violations; Helpline; Annual Report; Monthly Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS.
Requires the Civil Rights Commission to establish a twenty-four-hour intake helpline to assist individuals who experience or witness civil rights violations in the State. Requires the Civil Rights Commission to compile an annual report and hold an annual public hearing on data obtained through the helpline. Requires the Civil Rights Commission to compile and submit to the Legislature, and post on its website, a monthly preliminary report on data obtained through the helpline. Appropriates funds to establish an unspecified number of Civil Rights Investigator, Data Analyst, and Program Manager positions within the Civil Rights Commission. Appropriates funds for the Civil Rights Commission to contract with Aloha United Way to implement the twenty-four-hour intake helpline and for website and data development costs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
JHA, FIN |
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2158
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SB2438 SD1 HD1
AG; Counties; Hawaii Civil Rights Protection Act; Constitutional and Statutory Rights; Civil Remedies; Relief
RELATING TO CIVIL INTERFERENCE WITH CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Establishes a civil cause of action for interference with constitutional and statutory rights through threats, intimidation, or coercion. Authorizes private rights of action. Authorizes actions to be brought by the Attorney General, County Corporation Counsel, or County Attorney. Authorizes injunctive relief, declaratory relief, and certain monetary relief. Includes protections for constitutionally protected speech. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 783). |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
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2159
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SB2533 SD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Salaries; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE CAMPAIGN SPENDING COMMISSION.
Adjusts the salaries of the Campaign Spending Commission's Executive Director and Associate Director to align with similar government officials who have compliance and enforcement responsibilities. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC/LBT, WAM |
HB2055 |
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2160
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SB2203 SD2 HD1
Penal Code; Law Enforcement; Mask; Facial Covering; Prohibition; Criminal Offense
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes the offense of use of a mask or facial covering by a law enforcement officer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 783). |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, WAKAI, Kanuha, Moriwaki |
JHA |
|
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2161
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SB2087 SD2
DHS; DCCA; Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program; Bronze Level; Catastrophic Plan; Deductibles; Subsidies; Waivers; Portability; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes a three-year Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Human Services, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to subsidize the cost of certain health insurance deductibles for eligible individuals. Authorizes the Department to contract with a nonprofit health insurer or community-based organization to operate the Pilot Program; provided that the Department shall allow the operator to access state-backed reinsurance or risk stabilization support for the operation of the Pilot Program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HSH, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB1546 |
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2162
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SB768 SD1
Alternative Water Source Income Tax Credit; Water Conservation; Water Catchment; Water Delivery Services
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Creates an alternative water source income tax credit for taxpayers who install, place in service, or repair a water catchment system or who purchase water delivery services. Applicable to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, AQUINO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, WAM |
HB690 |
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2163
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SB877 SD1
DHS; Medicaid; In-Home Services; Matching Funds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to increase the funding for Medicaid in-home services, conditioned on the Department of Human Services obtaining the maximum federal matching funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Ihara |
HHS, WAM |
HB702 |
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2164
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SB1139 SD1
DHS; Medicaid Eligibility; Med-QUEST; Children; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Directs the Department of Human Services to adopt rules to expand Medicaid eligibility to all children in the State from birth to age 5 without regard to household income. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB870 |
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2165
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SB787 SD1
DOH; Warm Line; Mental Health; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to establish and operate a free statewide mental health warm line to provide mental health support in non-emergency situations. Effective 12/31/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
HHS, WAM |
HB112 |
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2166
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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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2167
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SB277 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Criminal Offenses; Penal Code; Sexual Offenses Against Minors
RELATING TO SEXUAL OFFENSES AGAINST MINORS.
Increases the penalty for promoting minor-produced sexual images to a felony if the person is more than 3 years older than the minor. Extends the probationary term for felony obscenity offenses. Tolls the statute of limitations for obscenity offenses during a victim's minority. Requires sex offender registration for felony obscenity offenses involving minors. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB384 |
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2168
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SB2663 SD1
DLIR; Workers' Compensation; Treatment Plans; Employers; Penalties; Special Compensation Fund
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires an employer to transmit written approval or denial of a treatment plan to the physician who transmitted the plan for approval within seven days of receipt of the plan. Clarifies provisions relating to denying a treatment plan, burden of proof, and objections. Establishes fines and requires the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations to assess penalties. Authorizes the Director to enforce penalties. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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2169
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SB2555 SD1
ERS; Retirants; Employment; Succession Planning
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of benefits if the retirant is employed in a position identified as one needed for succession planning. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga |
LBT, WAM |
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2170
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SB2140 SD1 HD2 CD1
Contractors; Employees; Counties; Wages; Benefits; Hours; Employment Status; Disclosure
RELATING TO COUNTY LABOR STANDARDS.
Authorizes counties to require contractors to disclose employee wage, benefit, hour, and employment‑status information. Authorizes counties to deny, revoke, or suspend building permits for violations of related laws under certain conditions. Establishes a process by which an owner or developer may replace a noncompliant contractor and transfer the building permit to the replacement contractor. Exempts from the denial, revocation, and suspension, building permit applications submitted by an owner-occupant for work performed on the owner-occupant's residence. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Hashimoto |
LAB, JHA |
HB1660 |
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2171
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SB2115 SD1 HD1
Collective Bargaining in Public Employment; Repricing of Classes; Negotiations; Impasse Procedures; Arbitration
RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.
Amends the collective bargaining negotiation procedure on the repricing of classes within a bargaining unit for public employees. Establishes an impasse procedure to be applied when an employer fails to initiate the negotiation or the parties fail to reach an agreement within 90 days. Repeals existing law that requires a different impasse procedure to apply in those situations. Sunsets 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS |
LAB, FIN |
HB1658 |
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2172
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SB2761 SD2 HD2
Digital Application Store Providers; Social Media Platforms; Individuals Under Sixteen Years of Age; Age Verification; Parental Consent; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices
RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA.
Requires a digital application store provider to verify the age of users, require parental consent for users under sixteen years of age to download or purchase, or make a purchase on, a social media platform, and distribute that information to social media platforms. Requires social media platforms to obtain the age information from digital application store providers, determine whether parental consent has been provided for young persons, and take reasonable steps to identify young person users through their algorithms. Effective 1/1/2077. (HD2) |
(H)
4/1/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Gabbard, Wakai |
HSH, CPC, JHA |
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2173
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SB2198 SD1
DLIR; Hawaii Workforce Excellence Award Program; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to study the establishment of a Hawaii Workforce Excellence Award Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Kanuha, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
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2174
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SB2032 SD2 HD1
DCCA; Consumer Protection; Residential Solar Energy Devices; Power Purchase Agreements; Agreement Cover Page; Disclosures; Contractors; Voidable
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Requires purchase, lease, and power purchase agreements for residential solar energy devices to include a cover page with certain required disclosures. Requires any person or entity that markets, sells, leases, or solicits a residential solar energy device or markets, sells, or solicits power purchase agreements to comply with consumer protection laws. Prohibits any person or entity from installing, marketing, offering financing, or engaging in customer acquisition for a residential solar energy device without holding a contractor's license or having a contractual affiliation with a licensed contractor. Allows for rescission or cancellation of the agreement. Specifies that agreements in violation of the law are voidable. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Hashimoto |
EEP, CPC |
HB1644 |
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2175
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SB2579 SD1
HSEO; Department of Land and Natural Resources; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Maui County; Temporary Water-Energy Resilience Competitive Grant Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WATER.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to implement and administer a three-year phased Water-Energy Resilience Competitive Grant Program in the County of Maui. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, LAMOSAO, San Buenaventura |
EIG, WAM |
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2176
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SB2671 SD1 HD2 CD1
Counties; Permit Processing; Differential Payments; Salaries; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO ESSENTIAL PERMITTING POSITIONS.
Authorizes the mayor of each county to implement a pilot program to improve the speed, accountability, and quality of permit processing within that county through targeted staffing, performance incentives, and interdepartmental competition. Authorizes increased pay for certain permitting positions and requires county personnel departments to prioritize the hiring of permitting positions as part of the pilot program. Requires participating county mayors and county agencies to establish goals for the pilot program. Requires participating county agencies to submit quarterly reports to the respective county councils on the pilot program. Sunsets the pilot project on 6/30/2030. (CD1) |
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5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, Wakai |
ECD, LAB, FIN |
HB2140 |
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2177
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SB2835 SD1 HD2 CD1
Intoxicating Liquor; Liquor License; Class 10 Special License; Liquor Commission; Fines; Educational and Enforcement Programs
RELATING TO LIQUOR.
Part I: Clarifies that class 10 special licenses may be granted for a period not to exceed three days per application. In counties with fewer than two hundred thousand residents but more than one hundred thousand residents, amends application requirements for class 10 special licenses, including requirements related to electronic submission, naming, and single applications for certain adjacent parcels of land, and prohibits the conditional acceptance of applications based on certain factors. Part II: Increases the maximum percentage of fines assessed by county liquor commissions that may be used to fund public liquor-related educational or enforcement programs. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, DECOITE, MCKELVEY |
ECD, CPC |
HB2342 |
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2178
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SB2356 SD1
Off-Street Parking Requirements; Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Program Areas; Prohibited
RELATING TO PARKING.
Prohibits minimum off-street parking requirements for new developments or redevelopment projects located in transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program areas. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
HB1701 |
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2179
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SB2095 SD1 HD1
DOH; PFAS Working Group; PFAS; Toxic Chemicals; Reports
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Establishes a PFAS Working Group within the Department of Health to investigate the existence and environmental dangers of per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:45PM in Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Ihara |
EEP, HLT, FIN |
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2180
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SB2093 SD1
Fuel Tank Advisory Committee; Regular Meetings; Frequency; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FUEL TANK ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Requires the Fuel Tank Advisory Committee to hold at least one regular meeting during each calendar quarter. Requires the Advisory Committee to hold one regular meeting each year that convenes outside of normal business hours. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, Wakai |
AEN/HHS, WAM |
HB1987 |
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2181
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SB2318 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Agricultural Statistics Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
Codifies the Agricultural Statistics Program in statute. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
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2182
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SB2323 SD1
Farmland Transition Commission; Farmland Access; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Farmland Transition Commission to examine barriers certain farmers face when trying to purchase or access farmland and provide recommendations on possible incentives or policies to assist these individuals in purchasing or accessing farmland. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Sunsets 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
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2183
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SB2485 SD1
Governor; Department of Health; Honolulu Board of Water Supply; Solid Waste Management; Working Group; Counties; Report
RELATING TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT.
Establishes a temporary Solid Waste Management Working Group in the Office of the Governor to examine materials management policies and programs that reduce solid waste and protect the environment, and to present a list of alternative technologies to address solid waste management. Requires a report to the Legislature. Repeals 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
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3/24/2026- The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
EEP, FIN |
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2184
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SB2309 SD1
DAB; Agricultural Loan Division; Loan Portfolio; Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund; Expenditure Ceiling; Increase; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LOANS.
Authorizes the Agricultural Loan Division of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to sell portions of its loan portfolio to permitted third parties, with proceeds to be deposited into the Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds out of the Agricultural Loan Revolving Fund to increase its expenditure ceiling and thereby expand access to agricultural loan financing and support local food production. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN, WAM |
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2185
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SB2321 SD1 HD1
DAB; Two-Lined Spittlebug Response Pilot Program; Invasive Species; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE TWO-LINED SPITTLEBUG.
Establishes a two-year Two-Lined Spittlebug Response Pilot Program to mitigate and control the spread of the two-lined spittlebug. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
AGR, FIN |
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2186
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SB2405 SD1 HD2
DAB; Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes an Agricultural Workforce Housing Working Group within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to address the shortage and challenges of agricultural workforce housing in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Wakai |
AGR, HSG, WAL, FIN |
HB1604 |
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2187
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SB2153 SD2 HD1 CD1
DAB; Working Group; Bona Fide Farmer; Bona Fide Agricultural Activity; Definitions; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to convene a Bona Fide Farmer Working Group to develop multi-tiered, matrix-based definitions for the terms "bona fide farmer" and "bona fide agricultural activity". Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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2188
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SB2129 SD1
DBEDT; Study; Minimum Wage; Increases; Impact on Businesses and Other Employers; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study the impacts of the incremental minimum wage increases pursuant to Act 114, SLH 2022, on businesses and other employers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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2189
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SB2170 SD1
ADC; North Kohala; GO Bonds; Agriculture; Agricultural Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE NORTH KOHALA KYNNERSLY EAST SITE LAND PARCEL.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Agribusiness Development Corporation to purchase the North Kohala Kynnersly East Site Land Parcel for agricultural development. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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2190
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SB2259 SD1 HD1 CD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Establishes the Hawaii Dementia Initiative Business Recognition Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
HB1589 |
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2191
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SB2578 SD1 HD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Film Commission; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; Film Industry Development Special Fund; Establishment; Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund; Workforce Development; Film; Media; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FILM INDUSTRY.
Establishes the Hawaii Film Commission within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and transfers the rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Hawaii Film Office to the Commission. Requires appointments and hiring of staff by 12/31/2027. Establishes the Film Industry Development Special Fund. Excludes media and film from the definition of "creative industries" and renames the Hawaii Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund as the Hawaii Creative Industries Development Special Fund. Amends the sources of moneys to be deposited into the Hawaii Creative Industries Development Special Fund. Allows the Creative Industries Development Special Fund to be used for the support and development of facilities and other initiatives to grow the State's creative industries. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/22/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 723). |
DECOITE, MORIWAKI |
ECD, FIN |
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2192
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SB2544 SD2 HD1 CD1
HHFDC; DURF; Hawaii Builds Pilot Program; Exemptions; Permit Reviews; Interagency Coordination; Reports
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes a 5-year Hawaii Builds Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Authorizes the use of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for the Pilot Program, subject to an annual cap. Mandates interagency coordination and expedited review for projects to facilitate timely delivery of projects. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA |
HSG, FIN |
HB1812 |
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2193
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SB2701
West Hawaii Regional Health Care System; North Kona; Outpatient Care Center; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE WEST HAWAII REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds for the planning, design, site work, and construction of a new outpatient care center in North Kona. |
(S)
2/11/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
HB1978 |
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2194
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SB2861 SD2 HD2 CD1
OWR; DHS; Comprehensive Plan; Kakou Pilot Program; Families and Children in Need; Eligible Families; Administering Agency; TANF
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE.
Requires the Office of Wellness and Resilience, in consultation with the Department of Human Services, to develop a comprehensive plan by 6/30/2027 for the establishment of a Kakou Pilot Program to support families and children in need. Requires the Office to submit preliminary and final reports to the Legislature on the plan and identify an administering agency or agencies for the pilot program. Beginning 7/1/2028, authorizes the Department of Human Services to expend Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program funds for the purposes of the Kakou Pilot Program. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HSH, FIN |
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2195
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SB2108 SD1 HD2 CD1
Family Court; Jurisdiction; Waiver; Criminal Offenses; Minor Defendants; Abuse; Trauma
RELATING TO JURISDICTION.
Amends the factors a family court is required to consider in deciding whether the family court may waive jurisdiction over a minor or adult held for criminal proceedings for acts committed during the person's minority. Preserves the family court's jurisdiction over a minor transferred for criminal proceedings for subsequent acts that would otherwise be within the family court's jurisdiction. Requires the family court to retain jurisdiction over a minor if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the minor was trafficked, sexually abused, or raped by the alleged victim in the case before or during the commission of the alleged offense. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kim, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSH, JHA |
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2196
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SB2089 SD1 HD2
DHS; Medicaid; Prospective Payment System; Reimbursement; Mental Health Services; Mental Health Professionals; Rules
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Expands the services eligible for Medicaid Prospective Payment System reimbursement to include certain services furnished by a federally qualified health center or rural health clinic and provided by mental health professionals under the clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional. Requires the Department of Human Services to adopt rules for this purpose and seek federal approvals as necessary. Specifies that implementation is contingent upon and only to the extent approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:05PM in conference room 329. |
KANUHA, CHANG, DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Inouye, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB1706 |
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2197
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SB2106 SD1
Retail Establishments; Delivery Sellers; Nonprescription Diet Pills; Dietary Supplements; Weight Loss; Muscle Building; Sale or Delivery to Minors; Prohibition
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Prohibits the sale of nonprescription diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to any person under eighteen years of age. Requires retail establishments and delivery sellers to follow certain protocols regarding certain products to prevent access by minors to the restricted products. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/26/2026- The committee on CPN deferred the measure. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HHS, CPN |
HB2380 |
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2198
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SB847 SD2 HD2 CD1
SHPDA; Board of Psychology; Prescriptive Authority; Clinical Psychologists; Pilot Program; Supervising Physician or Psychiatrist; Federally Qualified Health Centers; County of Kauai; County of Hawaii; Rules; Report
RELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS.
Establishes a three-year pilot program in the County of Kauai and County of Hawaii to allow qualified psychologists under the supervision of a supervising physician or psychiatrist limited authority to prescribe certain psychotropic medications to patients between the ages of 18 and 65 years under the care of the psychologist. Requires the Board of Psychology to adopt rules. Requires the State Health Planning and Development Agency to report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
HLT, CPC |
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2199
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SB3326 SD2 HD2
PUC; Docketed Proceeding; Study; Energy Pathways
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to open a docketed proceeding no later than 9/1/2026, to conduct a comprehensive, objective, and independent analysis of the State's energy pathways. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Reyes Oda voting no (5) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang |
EEP/LAB, CPC, FIN |
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2200
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SB2047 SD2 HD2
Insurance Commissioner; Pharmacy Benefit Managers; Prescription Drugs; Maximum Allowable Cost; Contracting Pharmacies; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS.
Establishes certain requirements for pharmacy benefit managers, other than health maintenance organizations that own and operate their own pharmacies, that reimburse contracting pharmacies for drugs on a maximum allowable cost basis. Allows contracting pharmacies to reverse and rebill claims if a maximum allowable cost is denied on appeal. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to assess fines for violations. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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2201
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SB2695 SD1 HD1
Pedestrian Safety; Crosswalks; Penalties
RELATING TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
Clarifies a driver's obligations at crosswalks. Requires drivers to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in crosswalks. Strengthens penalties for traffic violations, particularly in school zones. Expands the offense of negligent injury in the second degree to include bodily injury to a vulnerable user by the operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., RHOADS, Elefante, Moriwaki |
TRN, JHA |
HB2186 |
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2202
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SB2667 SD1 HD2 CD1
Traffic Code; Oversized Commercial Vehicles; Towing; Restrictions; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Amends the prohibition on the use of the far left lane by commercial vehicles on roadways with three or more lanes going in the same direction. Restricts motor vehicles towing a vehicle or trailer from using the far left lane, subject to specified exemptions. Establishes penalties for violations. Applies restrictions and penalties to a county with a population of 500,000 or more. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE |
TRN, JHA |
HB2026 |
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2203
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SB2919 SD1 HD1
Office of the Public Defender; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER.
Appropriates funds to the Office of the Public Defender for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Deputy Public Defender III position. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 325. |
RHOADS |
JHA, FIN |
HB2600 |
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2204
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SB2446 SD2 HD1
Intermediate Court of Appeals; Membership
RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Increases the number of associate judges on the Intermediate Court of Appeals from six to seven. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:40 PM; Conference Room 325. |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA |
JHA, FIN |
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2205
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SB2146 SD1 HD2
Traffic Fines Task Force; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRAFFIC INFRACTIONS.
Establishes a Traffic Fines Task Force that will examine the Finnish tiered traffic fines system, determine whether a similar system could be implemented in the State, and provide recommendations as to how a system could best be implemented. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS |
TRN, JHA, FIN |
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2206
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SB2169 SD1 HD1 CD2
ADC; Real Property; Condemnation; Eminent Domain; Agricultural Irrigation or Agricultural Purposes; Exceptions
RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Authorizes the Agribusiness Development Corporation to acquire by condemnation any real property or interest in real property, except real property owned in a county with a population of more than 125,000 but less than 195,000 and public lands, under certain conditions. (CD2) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI |
AGR, JHA |
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2207
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SB2263 SD1
DBEDT; Business Competitiveness; Business Climate Improvement Working Group; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS.
Establishes a goal for the State to achieve a ranking among the top 10 states in the nation for business competitiveness by 2045. Defines and requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to select a "ranking metric" and establishes interim goals. Requires DBEDT to establish a working group to develop and recommend policies that improve Hawaii's business competitiveness. Requires annual reports to Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, McKelvey, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDT, WAM |
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2208
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SB2360 SD1 HD2 CD1
DBEDT; DOTAX; State Enterprise Zones; Qualified Business; State Business Tax Credit; General Excise Tax; Eligible Business Activities; Innovation Enterprises; Retail Sales; Value-Added Agricultural Products; Hawaii Food and Production Innovation Network; Health Care Services; Exemption; Extension; Comprehensive Review; Report
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Amends the definition of "eligible business activity" for the purposes of the Enterprise Zone Program to include certain retail sales of tangible personal property; processing of certain value-added agricultural products; research development, sale, or production of all types of medical products and medical and health care services; activities of the Hawaii Food and Product Innovation Network; the provision of certain professional services by health care professionals; aerospace research and development activities; and information technology design and production services. Authorizes the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to declare up to two census tracts on state land that contain an innovation enterprise to be designated as an enterprise zone, subject to the Governor's approval and notwithstanding certain conditions. Requires DBEDT to conduct a comprehensive review, in consultation with the Department of Taxation, of the State Enterprise Zones Program and to submit a report to the Legislature. For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, extends the eligibility period of the state business tax credit for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Beginning 1/1/2028, extends the eligibility period of the general excise tax exemption for qualified businesses within state enterprise zones. Applies to qualified businesses who join the Enterprise Zone Program on or after 7/1/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DECOITE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Elefante, Wakai |
ECD, AGR, FIN |
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2209
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SB2359 SD1
Time Shares; Registration; Renewal; Amendments; Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
RELATING TO REGISTRATION OF TIME SHARES.
Provides that applications for registration renewal required by section 514E-10, HRS, shall be deemed approved upon delivery. Provides that any amendment to a required time share plan registration shall be deemed approved by operation of law on the sixtieth day after the amendment is submitted to the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, unless the Director issues a deficiency letter within that period. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
DECOITE, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
EDT, CPN |
HB1946 |
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2210
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SB2031 SD2 HD1 CD1
Consumer Protection; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices; Live-Event Tickets; Short-Term Lodging; Disclosures; Total Price; Junk Fees; Federal Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Makes it an unfair or deceptive act or practice for businesses to: advertise, display, or offer the price of live-ticket events or short-term lodging without clearly and conspicuously disclosing the total price; and misrepresent any fees or charges in any offer, display, or advertisement for the sale of live‑event tickets or short-term lodging. Specifies that any advertisement, display, or offer of short-term lodging or live-event tickets in compliance with the federal Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees are in compliance with this Act. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
CPC |
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2211
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SB2796 SD1
Income Tax; Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit; General Excise Tax; Partial Exemption for Motion Picture Project Employers
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Imposes the manufacturing general excise tax rate on motion picture, digital media, and film productions and repeals the provision in the definition of "qualified production costs" that applied the term to mean costs incurred that are subject to the highest general excise tax rate. Exempts from the general excise tax amounts received by a motion picture project employer from a client company equal to amounts that are disbursed by the motion picture project employer for employee wages, salaries, payroll taxes, insurance premiums, and employment benefits and payments to loan-out companies. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
HB2590 |
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2212
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SB3090 SD1 HD2
Public Employment Cost Items; BU-1 and BU-10; Emergency Appropriations
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. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
HB2271 |
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2213
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SB3091 SD1
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 the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fiscal biennium 2025-2027. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2272 |
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2214
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SB3092 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 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2273 |
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2215
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SB2120 SD1
Public Employee Benefits; Sick and Vacation Leave; EUTF; Transfer; Break in Service
RELATING TO TRANSFER OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.
Requires the State, Legislature, and counties to amend rules and policies to ensure that certain employees can transfer accrued vacation and sick leaves if rehired by the State or a county within one calendar year of separation under certain conditions. Extends the allowable break in service for purposes of determining certain state and county contributions to the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund from ninety calendar days to 180 calendar dars under certain conditions. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT/EIG, WAM |
HB1599 |
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2216
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SB2593 SD1 HD1
LESB; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemption
RELATING TO THE LAW ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS BOARD.
Exempts certain positions of the Law Enforcement Standards Board from the State's Civil Service Law and collective bargaining requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
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2217
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SB2751 SD1
Workers' Compensation; Benefits; Prescription Drugs; Compounded Prescription Drugs; Physician Dispensing Timeframe; Non-FDA-Approved Drugs; Identification; Statement of Medical Necessity
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Defines compounded prescription drugs for the purposes of the State's Workers' Compensation Law. Limits dispensing of prescription drugs by physician to 30 days after the industrial injury and requires all prescription drugs to be obtained through the employer's pharmacy benefit manager thereafter. Requires prescription drugs not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), such as compounds, to be identified as compounds when listed on the treatment plan and when billed, and be supported by a statement of medical necessity documenting the case of medical need for a compound drug over an FDA-approved over-the-counter or prescription drug of similar therapeutic effect. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
3/3/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
IHARA |
LBT/HHS, JDC |
HB2164 |
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2218
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SB2135 SD2 HD1 CD1
Nonconsensual Disclosure of Intimate or Private Images; Felony Offense; Penal Code; Minors; Vulnerable Adults
RELATING TO PRIVACY.
Establishes the nonconsensual disclosure of intimate or private images as a criminal offense. Amends the criteria for an extended term of imprisonment to include defendants whose act of attempting to commit or committing the offense of nonconsensual disclosure of intimate or private images against a minor or vulnerable adult was the proximate cause of the victim's death. (CD1) |
(S)
4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
JHA |
HB1681 |
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2219
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SB2024 SD2 HD1
School Facilities Authority; Pilot Program; Public-private Partnership; Request for Proposals; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Authorizes the School Facilities Authority to use public-private partnerships for the development of public school facilities, including facilities at public charter schools. Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a pilot program to develop three new public schools in areas based on demonstrated need through public-private partnerships. Requires the approval of the Department of Education prior to the development of a public school for the pilot program on Department lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 229. |
INOUYE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Kanuha |
EDN, FIN |
HB1783 |
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2220
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SB2872 SD1
DOE; Retirants; Benefits; Exemption; Teachers; Administrators; Rules
RELATING TO RETIRED EDUCATION EMPLOYEES.
Repeals the requirement that retirants rehired as teachers or administrators serve in a teacher shortage area identified by the Department of Education. Requires retirants rehired after 6/30/2026 as teachers or administrators in Department or charter schools to be paid the entry level salary for the teacher or administrator position as negotiated in the collective bargaining unit contract. Prohibits retirants rehired after 6/30/2026 from receiving additional employment benefits. Requires the DOE to adopt rules. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
EDU/LBT, WAM |
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2221
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SB3179 SD1
DOE; Public Charter Schools; Educational Workers; Protection and Workplace Safety; Harassment
RELATING TO THE SAFETY OF EDUCATIONAL WORKERS.
Requires the Department of Education and public charter schools to take certain steps regarding incidents of harassment and implement procedures for handling harassment of educational workers. (SD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Re-referred to EDN, JHA, referral sheet 20 |
KIM, DECORTE, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
EDN, JHA |
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2222
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SB2308 SD1
Procurement; Public Contracts; Small Purchases; Vendor Compliance
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Increases the contract award value that triggers required proof of vendor compliance from $2,500 to $5,000. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
GVO, WAM |
HB1955 |
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2223
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SB2392 SD2 HD1
Traffic Code; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Highly Intoxicated Driver
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Specifies that operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver is a misdemeanor for a first offense, or any offense not preceded within a ten-year period. Specifies and imposes additional sentencing and probation requirements for a person convicted of a misdemeanor operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant offense. Upgrades the offense of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver to a class C felony under certain conditions. Specifies and imposes additional sentencing and probation requirements for a class C felony offense of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant while a highly intoxicated driver. Prohibits a deferred acceptance of guilty plea for persons convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, RHOADS |
TRN, JHA |
HB1708 |
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2224
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SB2470 SD2 HD1
DOT; Pedestrian Safety; Leading Pedestrian Interval; Accessible Pedestrian Signal; Evaluation; Request Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate an intersection for the installation of a leading pedestrian interval and accessible pedestrian signal upon the first placement or replacement of a state-owned pedestrian signal head. Requires and authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate a certain number of existing intersections with pedestrian signal heads on an annual basis until each intersection with a pedestrian signal head showing a pedestrian crash within the last 5 years has been evaluated. Ensures that accessible pedestrian signals are installed at intersections where leading pedestrian intervals are already installed. Requires that additional safety improvements are implemented as necessary where leading pedestrian intervals and accessible pedestrian signals are installed. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties, to develop a program that allows pedestrians and community members to request the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at specific intersections. Appropriates funds from the state highway fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
TRN, FIN |
HB1884 |
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2225
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SB2398 SD2 HD2 CD1
County Board of Water Supply; Water Service Availability; Publication; Service Area Map; Service-Restricted Areas
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL HOUSING UTILITIES.
No later than 1/1/2029, requires each county board of water supply to publish a map of its service area and a list of service-restricted areas on their website. Specifies a procedure for responding to certain water availability requests. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, Elefante, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
HB1923 |
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2226
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SB2902 SD2 HD1
PUC; Portable Solar Generation Device; Condominiums; Requirements; Registration; Online System; Reports
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Establishes certain standards for the use of portable solar generation devices and provides certain exemptions from net energy metering and interconnection requirements for devices that meet these standards. Prohibits electric utility companies from requiring customers using portable solar generation devices to obtain approval from the utility, pay any fee or charge, or install additional controls or equipment. Limits the installation of portable solar generation devices to condominiums. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish and maintain an online system for registration of portable solar generation devices. Clarifies that any person who owns, controls, operates, or manages a portable solar generation device that is located on the person's property does not qualify as a regulated public utility. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
WAKAI, CHANG, RHOADS, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2609 |
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2227
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SB2841 SD1
AG; DLE; Human Trafficking Awareness; Transient Accommodations Sector; Training; Signage; Reporting; Penalties; Rules
RELATING TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING.
By July 1, 2027, requires the Department of the Attorney General to develop a Human Trafficking Awareness Training Program to educate and train workers in the transient accommodations sector. Requires transient accommodations employers and transient accommodations third-party contractors to periodically provide the human trafficking awareness training to certain employees and contract workers and keep records of the training. By January 1, 2028, requires transient accommodations employers and transient accommodations third-party contractors to post signage regarding human trafficking awareness. By October 1, 2027, requires transient accommodations employers and transient accommodations third-party contractors to develop and implement a human trafficking prevention policy that includes procedures for the reporting of suspected human trafficking. |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIM, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Richards, Wakai |
JDC/LBT, WAM |
HB1960 |
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2228
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SB2436 SD2 HD1
Charitable Solicitation; Professional Solicitors; Non-Perishable Tangible Property; Donations; Disclosures; Payment; Financial Reports
RELATING TO CHARITABLE SOLICITATION.
Establishes prompt payment and financial reporting requirements for professional solicitors that sell donated or collected non-perishable tangible property on behalf of charitable organizations. Prohibits professional solicitors that sell donated or collected non-perishable tangible property from failing to prominently disclose certain information on any collection bin, container, or receptacle used to receive donated or collected property; comply with prompt payment and financial reporting requirements; and include certain terms in contracts with charitable organizations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, LEE, C. |
ECD, CPC |
HB1810 |
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2229
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SB2806 SD1
Real Estate; Real Estate Brokers; Public Sale; Exclusive; Unfair Practices
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE.
Prohibits real estate brokers from listing or offering the sale or lease of residential real estate to a limited or exclusive group of prospective buyers, real estate brokers, or real estate salespersons, with limited exceptions. Deems the practice an unfair or deceptive trade or practice subject to penalties and grounds for discipline. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 17 |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C. |
CPC |
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2230
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SB2691 SD1
DOT; Clean Vehicle Special Fund; Clean Vehicle Rebate Program; Rebate; Environment; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION AFFORDABILITY.
Requires the Department of Transportation to establish a Clean Vehicle Rebate Program to provide rebates for the purchase or lease of certain new and used zero-emission vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Establishes the Clean Vehicle Special Fund. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Lamosao |
TRS, WAM |
HB2030 |
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2231
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SB2824 SD1
Failure to Report Bribery; Public Servants; Misdemeanor
RELATING TO BRIBERY.
Establishes the offense of failure to report bribery as a misdemeanor. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/12/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RHOADS |
PSM/LBT, JDC |
HB2124 |
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2232
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SB2645 SD3 HD1 CD1
Governor; Office of the State Fire Marshal; Fire Prevention; State Fire Code; State Fire and Life Special Fund; Inspections; State Facilities; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Establishes the State Fire Code as the minimum statewide standard for fire safety. Prohibits the counties from adopting, amending, or enforcing any ordinance, rule, or code provision that is less restrictive than the State Fire Code. Establishes the State Fire and Life Safety Special Fund. Limits the frequency of fire and safety inspections at state facilities by the Office of the State Fire Marshal to no more than once every three years. Amends Act 302, SLH 2025, by replacing two full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) positions for fire inspectors and three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) positions for fire investigators with four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) positions for assistant fire marshals. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
PBS, FIN |
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2233
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SB2097 SD1
DAB; Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program; Climate Adaptation; Agriculture; Rules; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.
Establishes the Climate-Resilient Food Systems Grant Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Appropriates funds. Requires DAB to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2548 |
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2234
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SB2317 SD1
DAB; Insurance; Small Agricultural Producers; Study; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Directs the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to conduct a study on insurance coverage for small agricultural producers. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, KANUHA, RICHARDS, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
AEN, WAM |
HB2594 |
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2235
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SB2319 SD1 HD1
DAB; Grant Writer; Position; Permanent; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOSECURITY.
Appropriates funds for one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) grant writer position within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and converts the position from temporary to permanent. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Conference committee meeting scheduled for 04-24-26 11:00AM; Conference Room 325. |
GABBARD, CHANG, KANUHA, RICHARDS |
AGR, FIN |
HB2571 |
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2236
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SB2177 SD2 HD1
HHFDC; Housing Development; Counties; Affordable Housing; Application; Approval
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation or a county to accept a complete application seeking certain exemptions within 30 days. Requires HHFDC to process an application and bring it before the Corporation's Board of Directors within 120 days of accepting the application. Requires county agencies to process an application and bring it before the county's legislative body within 120 days of accepting the application. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI |
HSG, FIN |
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2237
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SB2190 SD2 HD1
Housing; Development; Counties; Inclusionary Zoning; Exemption
RELATING TO INCLUSIONARY ZONING.
Prohibits any law, ordinance, or rule from imposing an inclusionary zoning requirement on housing offered exclusively for sale or rent in perpetuity to buyers or renters who are residents of the State, are owner-occupants or renters, and do not own any other real property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Richards, San Buenaventura |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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2238
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SB2424 SD1 HD1
HHFDC; Qualified Residents; Affordable Housing; Housing Development; Exemptions; Owner-Occupancy; Deed Restrictions
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Removes the prohibition against qualified residents for Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation-approved projects holding a majority interest in land and removes the requirement that qualified residents demonstrate financial viability or ability to pay rent. Amends exemptions from statutes, ordinances, charter provisions, and rules for certain housing projects developed by the Corporation that satisfy certain conditions, including requirements related to employment, owner-occupancy, and deed restrictions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Alcos, Muraoka voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG |
HSG, WAL, FIN |
HB1740 |
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2239
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SB2524 SD1
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; DLM; DDC; Appropriations ($)
MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Housing and Land Management and Department of Design and Construction of the City and County of Honolulu as grants-in-aid to comply with the requirements of Act 206, SLH 2017, and Act 210, SLH 2018. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
HB2056 |
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2240
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SB2627 SD2
HTA; SPO; Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Competitive Bidding; Exemption; Sports Events; Contracts; Agreements; Reports
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM.
Exempts the Hawaii Tourism Authority's contracts or agreements for sports events from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and all other requirements of law for competitive bidding. Requires HTA to notify the Chief Procurement Officer of exempt contracts executed. Requires an annual report to the State Procurement Office. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
EDT/GVO, WAM |
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2241
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SB3084 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Matching Funds; Research and Development Grants
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Expands the allowable uses of Hawaii Technology Development Corporation grant funds to include providing grants to any business that applies for a federal research and development grant or receives a federal research and development award or contract that requires non-federal funding match, with certain exceptions. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
ECD, FIN |
HB2265 |
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2242
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SB895 SD1
BOE; DOE; State Public Charter School Commission; Kindergarten Assessments; Teachers
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes new requirements for teacher-led kindergarten assessments in public and charter schools. Authorizes the Board of Education to adopt rules. Repeals certain requirements for the Department of Education and State Public Charter School Commission to share data with the Department of Human Services. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 15 |
KANUHA |
EDN, FIN |
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2243
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SB896 SD2 HD2
DOE; Superintendent; Office of Facilities and Operations; Capital Improvement Projects; Facilities; Website; Exempt Positions; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to submit annual reports to the Legislature outlining certain information concerning capital improvement projects and facilities. Requires the reports to be posted on DOE's website annually in a searchable format. Provides that any CIP funds encumbered for more than five years without commencement of construction to be identified and justified, or be subject to legislative review for reversion or reassignment. Establishes a three-year pilot program authorizing the Superintendent to redesignate certain positions in the Office of Facilities and Operations as exempt from civil service laws. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KANUHA |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
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2244
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SB3102 SD2 HD2
DOT; DCCA; Port Pilots; Licensure; Pilotage Waters; Port Allen; Repeal
RELATING TO PORT PILOTAGE.
Clarifies the consulting role and responsibilities of the Department of Transportation in the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' development and implementation of port pilot licensure standards, requirements, and criteria. Repeals Port Allen from the list of designated pilotage waters. (HD2) |
(S)
4/22/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, CPC |
HB2283 |
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2245
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SB3157 HD2 CD1
Department of Transportation; Transportation; Automated Speed Enforcement System; Procurement; Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund; High-risk Locations; Counties; Photo Red Light Imaging Detector Systems Program
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Removes county-specific expenditure restrictions for funds in the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund. Authorizes the Department of Transportation to reissue procurement for the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program every five years. Requires unencumbered and unexpended revenues from the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund in excess of a $12,000,000 as of June 30 of each year to lapse to the general fund. Part II: Limits the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program to counties with a population of five hundred thousand or more. 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. Provides restrictions for the expansion of the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program and Photo Red Light Imaging Detector Systems Program. Part III: Amends the definition of "county" as it relates to the Photo Red Light Imaging Detector Systems Program. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
HB2337 |
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2246
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SB3215 HD1 CD1
DOT; Harbor Safety; Mooring; Commercial Docks; Labor; Act 236, SLH 2024; Sunset Date; Repeal
RELATING TO HARBOR SAFETY.
Repeals the sunset provisions of Act 236, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, thereby making permanent the requirement that the Department of Transportation ensure that the securing of mooring lines from vessels to commercial docks, wharves, piers, quays, and landings be performed by labor subject to collective bargaining. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE |
TRN, LAB, FIN |
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2247
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SB2050 SD1 HD2 CD1
Hawaii Board of Chiropractic; Licensure; Chiropractic Students; Clinical Training; Rules; Report
RELATING TO CHIROPRACTIC.
Beginning 7/1/2028, allows chiropractic students enrolled in an accredited doctor of chiropractic program to engage in clinical training involving the practice of chiropractic as part of the completion of their degree, under certain conditions. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
HED, CPC |
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2248
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SB2090 HD1
Judiciary; Family Court; Child Custody Evaluators; Licensed Mental Health Counselors
RELATING TO CHILD CUSTODY.
Allows licensed mental health counselors to be appointed as child custody evaluators. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 787). |
KANUHA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang |
HSH, JHA |
HB1705 |
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2249
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SB2211 SD2 HD1
DHS; Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program; Federal Government Shutdown; Health Insurance; Federal Marketplace; Emergency Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
Provides an emergency appropriation to the Department of Human Services to replace general fund appropriations redirected to provide emergency food assistance during the 2025 federal government shutdown. Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to help Hawaii residents obtain insurance available through the federal marketplace. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Richards |
HSH, FIN |
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2250
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SB2572
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Child Protective Proceedings; Aggravated Circumstances Hearings
RELATING TO AGGRAVATED CIRCUMSTANCES IN CHILD PROTECTIVE PROCEEDINGS.
Expands the authority of the family court in child protective proceedings to find that aggravated circumstances are present at any stage prior to the termination of parental rights, not only at the outset of the case or the return hearing. Specifies what acts of torture against a child constitute aggravated circumstances. |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2096 |
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2251
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SB2096 SD2 HD1
DOH; Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances; PFAS; Wastewater Management; Testing; Rules
RELATING TO WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT.
Requires certain wastewater treatment works to test sewage sludge and any other residual material intended for land application for the presence of PFAS. Requires the Director of Health to adopt rules for the monitoring, sampling, testing, and data collection of sewage sludge and other residual material at wastewater treatment works that contain PFAS. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, RHOADS, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
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2252
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SB2025 SD1
Jury Duty; Advanced Practice Registered Nurses; Physician Assistants; Exemption
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Allows actively practicing advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants employed in Federally Qualified Health Centers to claim exemption from service as a juror. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA |
HHS, JDC |
HB1534 |
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2253
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SB2127 SD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Water Pollution; Runoff; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO WATER POLLUTION.
Establishes a water pollution working group to establish liability standards for water pollution runoffs. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
DECOITE, GABBARD |
HHS/AEN, JDC/WAM |
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2254
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SB2046 SD2 HD1
Department of Health; Water Quality; Underground Storage Tanks and Tank Systems; Confirmed Release; Environmental Restoration; Jet Fuel; Rules
RELATING TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS.
Requires an owner or operator of an underground storage tank or tank system with a confirmed release to meet certain standards for the restoration of the environment. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/2/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Wakai |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
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2255
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SB2262 SD1
DOH; Counties; Department of Law Enforcement; Police Departments; Solid Waste Pollution; Illegal Dumping; Penalties; Task Force; Reporting Procedures; Enforcement
RELATING TO POLLUTION.
Requires the Department of Health to establish and administer a centralized reporting system for the public to report solid waste pollution complaints. Increases penalties for solid waste pollution violations. Establishes a state-county illegal dumping task force and reporting requirements. Increases penalties for felony and petty misdemeanor disposal of solid waste. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
DECOITE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
HHS/AEN/EIG, WAM/JDC |
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2256
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SB2354 SD1 HD1
DCCA; DBEDT; Business Registration Data; Online Availability
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.
Requires the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to make certain contact information for newly registered entities available online. Requires the Director to transmit the contact information to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism's Business Development and Support Division. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
WAKAI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
ECD, CPC, FIN |
HB2349 |
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2257
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SB2387 SD1 HD2
AG; OCP; DLE; Police; Digital Financial Asset Transaction Kiosks; Cryptocurrency; Operators; Limits; Wallet Pinning; Prohibition; Fraud Prevention; Disclosures; Receipts; Refunds
RELATING TO DIGITAL FINANCIAL ASSET TRANSACTION KIOSKS.
Establishes limits on transactions through digital financial asset transaction kiosks. Prohibits (1) the exchanging of United States currency, in an amount greater than $100, from new customers for digital financial assets; (2) any two customers from transacting to the same digital financial asset wallet address; and (3) beginning 1/1/2030, the exchange of United States currency from customers for digital financial assets. Requires operators of digital financial asset transaction kiosks to use blockchain analytics and tracing software to prevent fraud; make certain disclosures; provide receipts to customers; provide full refunds under certain circumstances; and provide live customer service and a dedicated communications line for the Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection, Department of Law Enforcement, and county police departments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, LAMOSAO, RHOADS |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
HB2003 |
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2258
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SB2487 SD1 HD1 CD1
PUC; Ratemaking; Performance-Based Incentives; Hawaii Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish performance-based incentives, including revenue adjustment mechanisms, cost control mechanisms, and reward and penalty mechanisms on or before 1/1/2027. Clarifies that the Public Utilities Commission is authorized to adopt alternative ratemaking procedures to establish electric utility rates and performance-based incentives. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Hashimoto, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EEP, CPC, FIN |
HB2244 |
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2259
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SB2955 SD1
Department of Budget and Finance; GO Bonds; Honoapiilani Highway; Coastal Mitigation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HONOAPIILANI HIGHWAY COASTAL MITIGATION PROJECT.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates moneys to finance capital improvements for the Honoapiilani Highway coastal mitigation project. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, HASHIMOTO |
TRS, WAM |
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2260
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SB3234 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOT; Safe Routes to School; Pedestrian Safety Improvements; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Transportation to install pedestrian safety improvements at sites abutting school properties, with consideration for other sites. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LAMOSAO, CHANG, RHOADS, Elefante, McKelvey, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
TRN, FIN |
HB2415 |
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2261
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SB2851 SD1 HD2 CD1
Deaf; Hearing Impaired; Disability; Motor Vehicle Registration; Law Enforcement
RELATING TO DEAF INDIVIDUALS.
Authorizes deaf motor vehicle owners to register their vehicle as being owned by a deaf individual so that a deafness designation appears when a law enforcement officer accesses the motor vehicle's information. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Hashimoto |
TRN, JHA |
HB1993 |
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2262
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SB2573 SD1
Judiciary Package; Administrative Drivers License Revocation Hearings; Interactive Conference Technology
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE DRIVERS LICENSE REVOCATION.
Authorizes administrative drivers license revocation hearings to be conducted using interactive conference technology, including teleconference, videoconference, and voice over internet protocol (VoIP) systems. Clarifies that evidence in hearings conducted via interactive conference technology may be submitted and exchanged electronically. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS/LBT, JDC |
HB2097 |
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2263
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SB2391 SD2 HD1
Salaries; Teachers; Annual Increases
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Provides annual salary step increases for public schools and public charter school teachers who have completed one year's satisfactory service and comply with specified requirements, if negotiated into a collective bargaining agreement pursuant to section 89-9, HRS, and subject to funds appropriated by the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY |
EDN, LAB, FIN |
HB1890 |
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2264
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SB3282 SD1
Workforce Development; Workforce Pell Grant Program; University of Hawaii; Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
RELATING TO THE WORKFORCE PELL GRANT PROGRAM.
Establishes a statewide framework for the implementation of the federal Workforce Pell Grant Program to provide financial aid for certain short-term workforce education and training programs. Establishes a Workforce Pell Grant Program Approval Committee within the Workforce Development Council. Authorizes the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to adopt rules. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, KIM |
LBT/EDU, WAM |
HB2383 |
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2265
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SB3055 SD2 HD1
Public Employees; Employee Organization Representative; False Impersonation; Prohibition; Cause of Action; Civil Remedies
RELATING TO FALSE IMPERSONATION OF UNION REPRESENTATIVES.
Prohibits a person from falsely impersonating an employee organization representative. Establishes a cause of action and civil remedies. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
LAMOSAO, ELEFANTE, LEE, C., San Buenaventura |
LAB, JHA |
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2266
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SB2189 SD1
HHFDC; Board of Directors; Membership; Chairperson; Eligibility
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Repeals requirement that the Chairperson of Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation Board of Directors be a public member. Repeals the prohibition on certain members of the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation Board of Directors from serving as Chairperson. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HSG/ECD, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI |
HSG/ECD, JHA, FIN |
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2267
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SB2194
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation; RHRF; Eligible Applicants; Organizations; Profits; Government Agencies
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Requires applicants for rental housing revolving fund moneys to be either organizations that are required to use all financial surplus, excluding fees, to develop additional housing in the State, or government agencies. Effective 7/1/2050. |
(S)
2/13/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
HOU, WAM |
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2268
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SB3152 SD2 HD1
DOT; Harbors; Commercial Ports
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL PORT ADMINISTRATION.
Renames the Harbors Division of the Department of Transportation to the Commercial Ports Division and distinguishes between the terms "harbor" and "commercial port" throughout the Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, FIN |
HB2332 |
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2269
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SB2635 SD2
DHHL; Waiting List; Beneficiaries; Beneficiary List; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for the development or purchase of land or units, for mortgage or rental subsidies, and other services necessary to address the waiting list. Effective 9/9/2129. (SD2) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
HWN, WAM |
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2270
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SB888 SD2 HD2 CD1
AG; Office of Consumer Protection; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices; Smart Household Security Device Data; Prohibition; Consent; Law Enforcement Agencies; Warrants; Emergency Situation; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits operators of smart household security devices from sharing user data with law enforcement agencies unless the user consents, the law enforcement agency obtains a judicial warrant, or there is an emergency situation involving a clear and present danger of imminent death or great bodily harm. Prohibits operators from requiring users to consent to the sharing of data with law enforcement agencies as a condition of using a smart household security device. Allows the Department of the Attorney General to bring a civil action against operators who violate certain requirements. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
CPC, JHA |
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2271
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SB2314 SD1
Hawaiian Language; State Law; Public Documents
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
Requires that whenever there is a difference between the English and Hawaii version of law that is material to its interpretation, priority shall be given to the language that aligns with the intent of the legislature as evidenced by legislative history, context, and purpose. Clarifies that Hawaiian shall not be required for public acts and transactions, but is welcomed. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
RHOADS, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
JHA |
HB2433 |
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2272
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SB2785
DHHL; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds for Department of Hawaiian Home Lands projects eligible for general fund revenues that are generated by increases in transient accommodations tax collections and intended to be expended equally across projects related to natural resources, climate resilience, and destination management. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
HWN, WAM |
HB2400 |
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2273
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SB2790
DHHL; Molokai; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for contracted services for the assessment and inventory of the Molokai Irrigation System. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, RICHARDS |
HWN, WAM |
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2274
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SB2757 SD2
DCCA; DFI; Digital Asset Companies; Digital Asset Charter; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DIGITAL ASSET CHARTERS.
Establishes within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' Division of Financial Institutions, beginning 1/1/2027, a digital asset charter program for licensing, regulating, and overseeing digital asset companies and digital asset business activities. Authorizes companies that participated in the Hawaii Digital Currency Innovation Lab to temporarily continue digital asset business activities without a charter in certain circumstances. Appropriates moneys from the compliance resolution fund. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, Wakai |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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2275
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SB2784 SD1
DOTAX; General Excise Tax; Use Tax; Rental Motor Vehicles; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TAXATION.
For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, applies the retail or higher general excise tax or use tax rate to purchases or imports of new motor vehicles by rental car companies. Appropriates funds to establish a position in the Department of Taxation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN/HWN, WAM |
HB2586 |
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2276
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SB2407 SD2 HD1
ADC; Agricultural Development; Hawaii Island; Property Manager; Position ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND.
Establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Hawaii Island Property Manager position within the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:45 PM; Conference Room 411. |
RICHARDS, FEVELLA, KANUHA, KIDANI, Wakai |
AGR, FIN |
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2277
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SB3320 SD1 HD1 CD1
DBEDT; ADC; Food and Product Innovation Network; Food Safety; Regulatory Integration; Performance Indicators; Market Access; Branding Initiatives; Enterprise Zones; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FOOD AND PRODUCT INNOVATION NETWORK.
Requires the Food and Product Innovation Network to integrate a coordinated food safety and regulatory framework. Requires the Agribusiness Development Corporation to establish key performance indicators for the Food and Product Innovation Network, develop a market access strategy, align and harmonize state branding initiatives, and report certain data to the Legislature. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to evaluate or adapt enterprise zone incentives in all counties to better support the Food and Product Innovation Network. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
AGR, ECD, FIN |
HB2459 |
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2278
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SB2521 SD1 HD2
City and County of Honolulu Mayor's Package; DOH; Commercial Driver's License Exemption; Emergency Medical Services Personnel; Authorized Emergency Vehicle
RELATING TO EMERGENCY SERVICES.
Exempts emergency medical services personnel from commercial driver's license requirements. Requires federal, state, and county firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and law enforcement officers to maintain proof of successful completion of agency-approved or other state-approved training on authorized emergency vehicles. Amends the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" under the State Traffic Code to replace ambulances with emergency medical services vehicles. Expands the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" to include disaster response and recovery vehicles and Department of Health vehicles. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/22/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 720). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, JHA |
HB2059 |
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2279
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SB2495 SD1
DCCA; OCP; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Violations; Reports
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to submit an annual report to the Legislature regarding actions taken in response to potential violations of the Residential-Landlord Tenant Code. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha, Moriwaki |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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2280
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SB3000 SD1
AG; HPIA; HHRF; Property Insurance; Subrogation; Climate Change; Climate Disasters; Climate Attributable Harm; Civil Actions; Climate Disaster Special Fund; Insurance Rates
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Authorizes the Attorney General to bring a civil action in the name of the people of the State as parens patriae against any responsible party to recover certain costs or obtain certain relief, including costs and losses incurred by the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund, or other state entities, resulting from climate attributable harm or costs for risk of future climate attributable harm. Authorizes the Hawaii Property Insurance Association and Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund, or any private insurer licensed in the State to bring a civil cause of action against a responsible party to recover its costs and losses resulting from climate attributable harm. Establishes the Climate Disaster Special Fund to collect and disperse funds collected from certain civil actions to be distributed in a certain order of priority. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/4/2026- The recommendation was not adopted. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Hashimoto, Richards |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB2226 |
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2281
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SB2866 SD1 HD1 CD1
HPHA; State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna
RELATING TO KUPUNA HOUSING.
Repeals the sunset date for the State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE |
HSH, FIN |
HB1975 |
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2282
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SB2071 SD1
HHFDC; Housing; Rent-to-Own Program; Fee Simple; Leasehold; Option Period
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies that the dwelling units eligible for the Rent-to-Own Program shall be units that are for sale in fee simple or leasehold on non-ceded state or county land under a lease with an initial term of not less than 99 years. Replaces the five-year period during which the sales price of a rent-to-own dwelling unit shall remain fixed with an option period established by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
HOU/CPN, WAM |
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2283
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SB3183 SD2 HD1
Renewable Energy Technologies; Income Tax Credit; Income Restriction; Solar Energy Systems
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Amends the renewable energy technologies income tax credit by: for taxable years beginning after 12/31/26, prohibiting taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $250,000 or greater if filing as an individual or $350,000 or greater if filing jointly from claiming the credit for certain solar energy systems installed and placed in service on a single-family residential property; limiting credit claims for certain solar energy systems for single-family residential property to two systems per single-family residential property and requiring systems to have a total output capacity of at least five kilowatts; and increasing the adjusted gross income threshold below which an individual taxpayer may elect to have any excess credits refunded. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
WAKAI, McKelvey |
EEP, FIN |
HB2241 |
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2284
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SB2352 SD1
Solar Distributed Energy Resource Systems; Building Permits; Self-Certification Process; No-Rise Certification; Regulatory Floodways
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires certain government entities in the State that issue building permits to establish a self-certification process for behind-the-meter, customer-sited solar distributed energy resource systems that deems permit applications approved and allows applicants to proceed to build solar distributed energy resource system immediately. Requires certain government entities in the State that issue building permits to develop guidance for determining specific conditions when a Federal Emergency Management Agency-mandated No-Rise Certification is not required for a solar distributed energy resource system located in a regulatory floodway. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
EIG/GVO, CPN/WAM |
HB1984 |
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2285
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SB2251 SD1
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package; Victim Witness Assistance Program; VOCA; GIA; Report; Appropriation ($)
MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Requires the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu to submit a report to the Legislature. Appropriates grant-in-aid moneys to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu for the Victim Witness Assistance Program. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2084 |
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2286
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SB3076 SD1 HD2 CD1
DoTAX; ATG; Tobacco Products; Asset Forfeiture; Inspections; Seizures; Stamps
RELATING TO TOBACCO ENFORCEMENT.
Clarifies that untaxed tobacco products are subject to forfeiture as contraband, without regard to the procedures set forth in Hawaii's asset forfeiture law in the same manner as untaxed cigarettes. Confirms the authority of the Department of Taxation and the Department of the Attorney General to inspect and seize tobacco products, including electronic smoking devices and e-liquids. Effective 9/1/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2256 |
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2287
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SB2871 SD1
Anti-discrimination; Prohibitions; Certain Characteristics; Intersectionality
RELATING TO DISCRIMINATION.
Prohibits discrimination based on the perception that a person possesses certain characteristics, the perception that a person is associated with a person who possesses, or is perceived to possess, certain characteristics, or the intersection or combination of two or more specified characteristics in relation to a person. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE, C. |
JDC, WAM |
HB1526, HB1878 |
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2288
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SB3132 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Syndromic Surveillance Data; Hospitals; Emergency Departments; Submission Requirements; State Syndromic Surveillance Data Reporting System
RELATING TO SYNDROMIC SURVEILLANCE.
Requires hospitals with emergency departments that are licensed in the State to submit syndromic surveillance data to the Department of Health. Authorizes the Department of Health to establish a state syndromic surveillance data reporting system. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2312 |
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2289
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SB3134 SD2
Department of Health; Emergency Medical Services Systems of Care
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SYSTEMS OF CARE.
Modernizes the State's emergency medical services statutes to align with current best practices. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HLT, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC |
HB2314 |
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2290
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SB3136 HD1 CD1
Department of Health; Drinking Water; Water Infrastructure; Lead-free Materials
RELATING TO LEAD MATERIALS IN WATER INFRASTRUCTURE.
Amends prohibitions on the use of lead materials in drinking water distribution to align with the Safe Drinking Water Act and related Code of Federal Regulations. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, JHA, FIN |
HB2316 |
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2291
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SB3138 SD1 HD1 CD1
Department of Health; Deposit Beverage Container Program; Independent Audit; Deposit Beverage Distributor; Exemption; Frequency
RELATING TO INDEPENDENT AUDITS OF DEPOSIT BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTORS.
Limits the independent audit requirement under the State's Deposit Beverage Container Program to deposit beverage distributors who distribute 5 million or more deposit beverage containers a year. Identifies frequency of obtaining and submitting independent audits based on quantities of deposit beverage containers distributed. Defines "distribute" to include the manufacture, import, and sale of deposit beverage containers. Creates minimum requirements for independent audits. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, FIN |
HB2318 |
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2292
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SB3139 SD1
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 chapter 323D, HRS. Amends the exemption threshold for bed changes to up to thirty per cent of existing licensed bed types. Exempts the Department of Health from certificate of need requirements. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to HLT, CPC, referral sheet 16 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC |
HB2319 |
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2293
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SB3207 SD1
Healthcare Facilities; Background Checks; Applicants; Operators; Third-Party Employers; Department of Health
RELATING TO BACKGROUND CHECKS.
Authorizes applicants, operators, and third-party employers, rather than the Department of Health, to conduct background checks of employees and adult volunteers at healthcare facilities. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, MCKELVEY |
HHS, JDC |
HB2576 |
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2294
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SB2271 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Hospitals; Licensing Inspections; CMS; Accreditation Organizations; Certification Organizations
RELATING TO HOSPITAL LICENSING.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules to allow hospitals to demonstrate compliance with all licensing inspections required by the State through accreditation or certification by any accreditation or certification organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Chang, Hashimoto |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1538 |
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2295
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SB2285 SD1
DOH; Behavioral Health Complex Patient Model; Community-Based Organizations; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMPLEX PATIENT TREATMENT.
Appropriates funds to the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division of the Department of Health to contract with community-based organizations for a behavioral health complex patient model. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB2157 |
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2296
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SB2289 SD1
Certificates of Need; Exemptions
RELATING TO CERTIFICATES OF NEED.
Exempts from the certificate of need requirements certain health care facilities and services that provide certain health care services, serve federally designated medically underserved rural areas, lower patient costs, are unlikely to be overprescribed, and assist certain vulnerable populations. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
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2297
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SB2505 SD1
Hawaii State Association of Counties Package; DOH; Paramedics; Buprenorphine; Opioid Overdose; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OPIOID USE DISORDER TREATMENT.
Authorizes licensed paramedics in a county with a population of 100,000 or less to administer buprenorphine after administration of an opioid antagonist in cases of opioid overdoses, under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Health to implement a two-year phased pilot program beginning in one county with a population of 100,000 or less and authorizes expansion of the program statewide as additional treatment resources become available. Requires a report to the Legislature evaluating program outcomes. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC/WAM |
HB2063 |
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2298
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SB2668
Community-based Organizations; Program Costs; Department of Human Services; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to issue supplemental contracts to community-based organizations to address increases in costs related to labor, insurance, utilities, rent, and gas. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
HHS, WAM |
HB2115 |
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2299
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SB2569
Judiciary Package; Uniform Probate Code; Guardianship and Conservatorship Proceedings; Sealing of Medical Records and Professional Evaluations
RELATING TO THE UNIFORM PROBATE CODE.
Provides for the temporary sealing of certain medical records and professional evaluations filed in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings pending a judicial determination on the need for continued sealing. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2093 |
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2300
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SB2564
Judiciary Package; Family Courts; Adoptions; Consent; Notary
RELATING TO ADOPTIONS.
Adds the requirement that a written consent to adoption be notarized. |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB2088 |
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2301
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SB2557 SD1 HD1
Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions; Homelessness; Kauhale Projects; Reporting Requirements
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to make an annual report on the number of sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals and on housing placement. Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to annually report to the Legislature on contracts and plans or proposals to enhance kauhale projects. Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to annually report to the Legislature on coordination between the office and any county, state, or federal agencies, or private or nonprofit organizations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/30/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 1:45PM in conference room 329. |
MORIWAKI, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSH, FIN |
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2302
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SB2545 SD1
Maui State Veterans Home; HHSC; Oahu Regional Health Care System; State Agency; Maui Affiliation; Transfer; Deadline
RELATING TO VETERANS.
Repeals the 6/30/27 deadline by which the Maui State Veterans Home must be assimilated into a state agency having a Maui affiliation. Requires the transfer of the Maui State Veterans Home to be completed as soon as practicable. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to HLT, PBS, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, PBS, FIN |
HB2343 |
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2303
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SB2679 SD1
Keiki Caucus; DOH; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division; Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes and appropriates funds for a one-year Digital Youth Mental Health Platform Pilot Project that will enable the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division of the Department of Health to develop and make publicly available a digital platform designed to help young people address and manage mental health challenges. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM, LAMOSAO, LEE, C. |
HHS, WAM |
HB1562 |
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2304
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SB2187 SD1
DBEDT; Department Name; Rename; Housing
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.
Renames the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism as the Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Tourism. Effective 7/1/2060. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, KIDANI, Kanuha |
EDT/HOU, WAM |
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2305
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SB3227 SD1
HTDC; Economic Development; Economic Diversification; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to establish state goals and implement projects to advance economic diversification through innovation and technology. Appropriates funds to support the Hawaii Small Business Innovation Research Program, Manufacturing Assistance Program, and accelerator and small business training programs. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
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2306
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SB3228 SD1
DBEDT; Travel and Tourism; Sustainable Infrastructure; Climate Resilience; Matching Grant Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A SUSTAINABLE TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes the Sustainable Tourism Infrastructure Matching Grant Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to support one-time capital investments that advance measurable sustainability and climate resilience outcomes within the State's visitor industry. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
HB2471, HB2602 |
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2307
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SB3278 SD1
DBEDT; DOTAX; Taxation; Tax Expenditure Disclosure and Evaluation; Income Tax Credits; General Excise and Related Use Tax Exemptions
RELATING TO TAX EXPENDITURE EVALUATION.
Requires tax expenditure disclosure to, and evaluation by, the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for certain income tax credits and general excise and use tax exemptions. Requires the Department of Taxation to share certain information with DBEDT upon request. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DELA CRUZ |
EDT, WAM |
HB2429 |
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2308
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SB3166 SD1
HTDC; Advanced Manufacturing; Cybersecurity; Marketing and Branding; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Appropriates funds to establish one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent Advanced Manufacturing and Cybersecurity Specialist position and one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent Marketing and Branding Specialist position within the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
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2309
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SB3168 SD1
HTDC; Revolving Fund; Innovation and Manufacturing; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation Revolving Fund to provide state matching funds for federal grants awarded to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation that support innovation, technology, research, and manufacturing initiatives. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/17/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE |
EDT, WAM |
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2310
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SB2347 SD1 HD1
Office of Consumer Protection; Residential Landlord-Tenant Code; Notice of Tenant Rights; Landlord Obligations; Fines
RELATING TO THE RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT CODE.
Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to periodically publish an accessible, multilingual notice of tenant rights. Requires the notice to be included in the informational handbook on the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code maintained by the Office. Requires a landlord to provide a tenant with a copy of the most recent notice of tenant rights in the tenant's preferred language, if available, and subjects the landlord to a fine for failure to do so. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
CHANG |
CPC |
HB1776 |
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2311
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SB2911 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 commission of each county to adopt rules and regulations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
WAKAI, CHANG, LEE, C., MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
CPN/EIG, JDC |
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2312
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SB2033 SD1
PUC; Renewable Energy; Grid-Ready Homes Interconnection Process; Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator; Electricity Reliability Surcharge; Report
RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a streamlined grid-ready homes interconnection process. Authorizes the use of the Hawaii electricity reliability surcharge for cost recovery of certain expenses of the Hawaii Electricity Reliability Administrator associated with the grid-ready homes interconnection process. Requires a report to the PUC on the grid-ready homes interconnection process. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN/EIG, WAM |
HB2242 |
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2313
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SB2158 SD1
Board of Veterinary Medicine; Veterinarian Workforce Development Special Fund; Scholarships; Loan Repayment; Interstate Partnerships; Memoranda of Understanding; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VETERINARIANS.
Establishes the Veterinarian Workforce Development Special Fund. Establishes the Veterinarian Workforce Development Loan Repayment and Scholarship Program to support qualified veterinarians committed to or currently working in veterinary medicine in the State. Authorizes the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine to enter into agreements, including memoranda of understanding, with the University of Hawaii, the Hawaii Veterinary Medical Association, and accredited out-of-state schools to increase the availability of accredited veterinary programs and licensure opportunities to residents of the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, GABBARD, KANUHA, KIDANI, San Buenaventura |
LBT/CPN, WAM |
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2314
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SB2993 SD1
DHRD; Public Transit Passes; State Employees
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Department of Human Resources Development to offer fully subsidized public transit passes for state employees. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LBT, WAM |
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2315
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SB2778 SD1
State Ethics Commission; Governor; Lieutenant Governor; Hawaii State Legislature; Executive Agencies; Securities; Trading; Acquisition; Ownership; Prohibited; Penalties; Fines
RELATING TO ETHICS.
Requires a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, department heads and their deputies, and any spouse or dependent child of a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, or department head and their deputies to place certain financial interests in a blind trust. Prohibits a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, department head and their deputies, and any spouse or dependent child of a Governor, Lieutenant Governor, member of the Legislature, or department head and their deputies from acquiring certain financial interests during their term of service. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, Richards, San Buenaventura |
LBT, JDC/WAM |
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2316
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SB2672 SD1
DHRD; ERS; EUTF; Public Employment; Retirants; State and County Positions; 89-Day Contracts; Pilot Program; Report
RELATING TO RETIRANTS.
Establishes a five-year pilot program allowing retirants to be rehired for exempt service for one-year terms under certain circumstances. Provides that retirants employed under the program are excluded from the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund and will not experience an interruption of pension benefits. Requires an employer of a retirant under the program to contribute to the Employees' Retirement System. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to submit a report to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, Wakai |
LBT, WAM |
HB2359 |
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2317
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SB2014 SD1 HD1
DHRD; Vacant Positions; Reclassification; Abolishment; Report; Lapsing of Funds
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Requires the Director of Human Resources Development to abolish vacant positions within state departments and agencies under its jurisdiction that have been vacant for more than 5 years with certain exceptions. Requires funds for abolished positions to immediately lapse to the credit of the appropriate fund. Requires a list of positions abolished to be included in the Director's annual report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
INOUYE |
LAB, FIN |
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2318
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SB3144 SD1 HD2
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. (HD2) |
(S)
4/22/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, CPC |
HB2324 |
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2319
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SB3096 SD1 HD1 CD1
ERS; Unfunded Accrued Liability; Employer Contribution Rates; Increase
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM'S EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTIONS FOR NORMAL COST AND ACCRUED LIABILITY.
Increases employer contribution rate for normal cost and accrued liability for police officers, firefighters, and corrections officers to ensure that the amortization period for the unfunded accrued liability of the State's Employees' Retirement System does not exceed the maximum funding period. Takes effect 7/1//2027. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
HB2277 |
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2320
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SB3097 SD1 HD1 CD1
ERS; Executive Personnel; Civil Service Exemption
RELATING TO THE EXEMPTION FROM CIVIL SERVICE OF EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL OF THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Allows the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System, through its Executive Director, to appoint specified executive personnel positions of the Employees' Retirement System and exempts these positions from the State's civil service requirements. (CD1) |
(S)
4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
HB2278 |
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2321
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SB2968 SD1
DLIR; Hotelkeepers; Hospitality Workers; Safety; Panic Buttons; Rules
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT.
Requires hotelkeepers to supply and provide annual training on the proper use and limitations of a panic button to certain workers no later than 1/1/2027. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, GABBARD, Richards, San Buenaventura |
LBT, CPN |
HB2405 |
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2322
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SB2363 HD2
Counties; Public Lands; Closure; Restriction
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Authorizes the counties to close or restrict public lands under the county's jurisdiction when necessary to protect public health, ensure public safety, or preserve natural or cultural resources. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 811). |
MORIWAKI, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
WAL, JHA |
HB1933 |
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2323
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SB3154 SD2 HD2 CD1
DOT; National Environmental Policy Act; NEPA Assignment
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to assume responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for highway projects, as well as railroad, public transportation, or multimodal projects within the State, allowing streamlined environmental reviews. Provides a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to comply with federal requirements. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, EEP, JHA |
HB2334 |
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2324
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SB2400 SD1 HD1 CD1
Transportation; Hawaii Water Carrier Act; Wing-in-ground Craft; Seagliders; Passengers; Exemption
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Exempts persons operating wing-in-ground craft engaged in the transportation of passengers from the application of the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Defines "wing‑in‑ground craft". (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
HB2378 |
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2325
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SB3313 SD1
DOTAX; Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Program; Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Tax Credit; Airlines; Interisland Transportation; Essential Services; Equity Participation
RELATING TO INTERISLAND AIR SERVICE.
Establishes a Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Program to be administered by the Department of Taxation. Requires a covered interisland air service operator to issue an equity interest to the State as a condition of participation in the Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Program. Establishes the Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Tax Credit. Sunsets 6/30/2036. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
TRS, WAM/JDC |
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2326
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SB2896 SD1
DOT; DLIR; Commercial Driver's Licenses; Minimum Age; Commercial Driver Training Programs; Apprenticeship Programs
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 state-approved commercial driver training programs or registered apprenticeship programs as determined by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations. Requires the Department of Transportation to consult with DLIR to amend its rules to allow persons under twenty-one years of age to operate a commercial motor vehicle under certain conditions. (SD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- The committee(s) on TRN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
LAMOSAO, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura |
TRN, JHA |
HB1696 |
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2327
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SB3279 SD1 HD1
BOE; DOE; Internal Audit Office; Establishment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Establishes the Board of Education Internal Audit Office. Requires the Board of Education to establish, as a standing committee of the Board, a standing committee with a scope that includes audit-related responsibilities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Amato voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI |
EDN, FIN |
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2328
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SB2614 HD2
DOE; Veterans; High School Diploma
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Authorizes the Department of Education to award a high school diploma to qualified persons who did not receive a high school diploma as a result of compulsory or voluntary induction into the armed services of the United States or whose high school education was interrupted due to wartime practices during World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War. (HD2) |
(H)
5/5/2026- Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 814). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, McKelvey, Wakai |
EDN, PBS, FIN |
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2329
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SB2687 SD1
DOE; Public Schools; 100th Infantry Battalion; Asian American History; Curricula Plan; Pilot Program; Reports
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to report to the Legislature on the integration of certain content into existing social studies curricula at public schools. Establishes a one-year 100th Infantry Battalion history curriculum pilot program within certain public high schools during the 2026-2027 school year. Requires reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, Ihara |
EDN, FIN |
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2330
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SB2754 SD1
Department of Education; Civic Education; Public Middle Schools; Public Intermediate Schools; Civic Education Grant Program; Civic Education Trust Fund; Reports
RELATING TO CIVIC EDUCATION.
Establishes a Civic Education Grant Program to provide support to public middle and intermediate schools in providing civic education to students through department approved programming. Establishes a Civic Education Trust Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
IHARA |
EDU, WAM |
HB2127 |
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2331
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SB2549 SD1
DOE; Student Transportation; Governor; Reports
RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Education to hire a new contractor or contractors with the Governor's approval if a contractor under a student transportation contract fails to provide service on a contracted route for five or more consecutive instructional days. Requires the DOE to assess a penalty if a contractor fails to provide service on a contracted route without an approved justification. Specifies that the assessed penalties be deposited into the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund. Beginning 7/1/2026, requires all requests for proposals issued and contracts executed by the DOE for student transportation services to specifically reference certain new provisions. Authorizes the use of the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund to offset costs associated with procuring replacement services. Requires quarterly reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Inouye, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
HB1785 |
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2332
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SB3325 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOE; DHS; Med-QUEST; Medicaid Reimbursement; Students with Special Needs; Special Education; IEP; Administrative and Support Services; Annual Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENTS.
Requires the Department of Education to establish an updated plan for maximizing Medicaid reimbursements for administrative and support services provided to students with special needs. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI |
EDN, HSH, FIN |
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2333
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SB2658 SD1
UH; BOR; RIM Projects; Expenditures; Reports
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the Board of Regents to expend funds appropriated to renew, improve, or modernize existing University of Hawaii facilities for only those purposes and not for current, ongoing, or anticipated capital improvement projects. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KIM, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Kanuha |
EDU, WAM |
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2334
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SB2659
UH; BOR; RCUH; Membership; Qualification
RELATING TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS.
Prohibits active employees of the University of Hawaii or the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii from serving on the Board of Regents. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KIM, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki, Wakai |
EDU, JDC |
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2335
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SB2602 SD1 HD2
UH; Tuition and Fees; University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund; General Fund; Lapse
RELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND.
Requires that tuition, tuition-related course and fee charges, and other charges to students deposited into the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund be allocated and expended in accordance with Board of Regents policies governing systemwide operations. On 6/30/2029, requires unencumbered funds in the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund that exceeds the reserve level established by the Board of Regents to lapse to the general fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Kanuha, Lamosao |
HED, FIN |
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2336
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SB2611 SD1
Trespass; Schools; Warnings
RELATING TO SCHOOLS.
Includes weekends and holidays as times where a reasonable warning or request to leave school premises is not required for a person to commit the offense of criminal trespass in the first degree. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDN, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KIDANI, DECOITE, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Dela Cruz |
EDN, JHA |
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2337
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SB2877 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOE; Student-Authored Book Publication Pilot Program; Kalihi; Nanakuli-Waianae; Grades Four, Five, Six; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Department of Education to establish a two-year Student-Authored Book Publication Pilot Program. Authorizes the Pilot Program to be conducted for fourth, fifth, and sixth graders at up to five Kalihi public elementary schools and up to five Nanakuli-Waianae public elementary schools to be integrated into existing curricula. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIM, CHANG, DECOITE, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EDN, FIN |
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2338
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SB3063 SD1 HD1
DOE; Food; Local; Procurement; Exemption
RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROCUREMENT.
Exempts from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code procurements by the Department of Education of any amount of local edible produce and packaged food products that do not cost more than five per cent of non-local alternatives. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 229. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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2339
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SB2615 HD1
DOE; School Cafeteria Meals; Costs
RELATING TO SCHOOL CAFETERIA MEAL COSTS.
Requires the Department of Education to charge no less than one-quarter of the cost of preparing a school meal for each school meal. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, Dela Cruz, Kanuha, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDN, FIN |
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2340
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SB3232
DOE; Universal School Meals; Medicaid Reimbursement; Special Fund
RELATING TO UNIVERSAL SCHOOL MEALS.
Establishes the universal school meals special fund to accept deposits of Medicaid reimbursements received by the Department of Education. |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI |
EDN, FIN |
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2341
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SB2875 SD1
J-1 Visa Program; Hawaii Teacher Standards Board; Visiting International Educator Permit
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to develop an alternative pathway for a visiting international educator permit aligned to the duration of the educator's J-1 visa program. Repeals 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to EDN, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
EDN, CPC |
HB1840 |
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2342
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SB3272
DHS; OWR; Child Welfare System; Diversion and Intervention; Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Requires the Department of Human Services, in collaboration with the Office of Wellness and Resilience, to design a 4-year Child Welfare System Diversion and Intervention Pilot Program to support families and children involved or at risk of involvement or reinvolvement with child welfare services. Specifies that the Department of Human Services shall implement and administer the pilot program. Allows the Department to contract with public and private entities to provide necessary services. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, ELEFANTE, MCKELVEY |
HHS, WAM |
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2343
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SB2854
Dental Hygienists; Interim Therapeutic Restoration; Public Health Settings; General Supervision
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Allows a licensed dental hygienist to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings under the general supervision of licensed dentist. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
HHS, CPN |
HB1671 |
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2344
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SB3203 HD1 CD1
DOH; State Emergency Medical Services System; Statewide Air Medical Services Program; Positions; Emergency Medical Services Special Fund
RELATING TO AIR MEDICAL SERVICES.
Establishes the Statewide Air Medical Services Program within the Department of Health, Emergency Medical Services and Injury Prevention Systems Branch to coordinate and strengthen air medical services. Establishes the positions of an air medical director, an air medical program manager, and an air medical coordinator. Specifies that annual licensure and accreditation fees are to be deposited into the Emergency Medical Services Special Fund for costs of the program. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, FIN |
HB2508 |
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2345
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SB2803 SD1 HD1
DHS; Statewide Office of Homelessness and Housing Solutions; Homeless Programs Office; Consolidation; Homelessness; Reports; Appropriation; GO Bonds ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires DOH to submit a reorganization plan to the Legislature to consolidate the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions with the Homeless Programs Office under a single centralized entity. Specifies the contents of the reorganization plan and the dates by which the draft and final plan and timeline for reorganization must be submitted to the Legislature. Requires the consolidated entity to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriate funds. Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Kauhale Initiative and related capital improvement projects. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 329. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
HSH, FIN |
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2346
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SB2804 SD1 HD1
Monopolies; Restraint of Trade; Health Care; Insurance
RELATING TO COMMERCE.
Prohibits acquiring and holding stocks and other interests if the acquisition and holding lessens access to health care or increases insurance rates. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
HLT, CPC |
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2347
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SB3302 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Farm Kitchens; Home Kitchens; Homemade Food Products; Rules
RELATING TO HOMEMADE FOOD PRODUCTS.
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules to authorize and regulate farm kitchens on the same basis as home kitchens producing homemade food products. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2619 |
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2348
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SB3229 SD1 HD1 CD1
UH; University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund; Donor Evaluations; University of Hawaii Foundation
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the use of the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund to conduct donor evaluations. Requires the related report to the Legislature to include any donor evaluations conducted using moneys from the fund. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, ELEFANTE, KIDANI |
HED, FIN |
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2349
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SB2969 SD1 HD1
University of Hawaii; Maui Wildfire Exposure Study; Maui Health Registry; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE MAUI WILDFIRE EXPOSURE STUDY AND MAUI HEALTH REGISTRY.
Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii to expand and sustain services provided by the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study and Maui Health Registry. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:50PM in Conference Room 229. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, San Buenaventura |
HED, FIN |
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2350
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SB2412 SD1
UH; ASL Interpreter Training Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to establish a bachelor's degree program in American Sign Language interpretation at the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus with a multi-year plan to include a master's degree program for interpreter training. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, Kanuha |
EDU/HHS, WAM |
HB2489 |
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2351
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SB2657 SD1 HD1
UH; JABSOM; Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias; Research Center; Center on Aging; Reports; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIAS RESEARCH.
Establishes the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research Center of Hawaii (Research Center) within the University of Hawaii. Requires the Research Center to be administratively affiliated with the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM). Requires JABSOM, the Research Center, University of Hawaii Center on Aging, and University of Hawaii at Manoa to identify opportunities to capitalize on collaboration between the parties and maximize operational efficiencies. Requires the Research Center to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:15PM in Conference Room 229. |
KIM, CHANG, ELEFANTE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS, WAKAI, Fukunaga, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
HED, FIN |
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2352
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SB2880
Department of Education; Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program; Public Charter Schools; Teachers
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Clarifies that public charter school teachers are eligible for incentives under the Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
KIM, CHANG, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, Ihara, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EDU, WAM |
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2353
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SB2540 SD1
Juvenile Justice; Minors; Fees; Fines; Court Costs; Penalties; Prohibited; Community Service
RELATING TO YOUTH PENALTIES.
Prohibits the assessment of any fees, fines, or court costs against a person who was adjudicated for an offense committed during the person's minority, or against the person's parent or guardian, and discharges all related debt obligations assessed before the effective date of the Act. Encourages the use of community service and other programs that employ aina-based principles. Repeals certain penalties imposed on parents, guardians, or other persons associated with unaccompanied children in streets and unmarried minors in dance halls. Effective 7/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, JDC |
HB1626 |
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2354
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SB2414
DCAB; Study; Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind; Effective Communication in Health Care Guidance; Report
RELATING TO THE DISABILITY AND COMMUNICATION ACCESS BOARD.
Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to study the health care communication needs of patients who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deaf-blind. Requires a report to the Legislature 20 days prior to the 2027 Regular Session. |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Kanuha |
HHS, WAM |
HB2488 |
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2355
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SB3142 SD2 HD1
Penal Code; Offenses Against Public Order; Dangerous Intoxication; Habitual Dangerous Intoxication
RELATING TO DANGEROUS INTOXICATION.
Establishes the offenses of dangerous intoxication and habitual dangerous intoxication. Provides for civil protective custody and transport for emergency examination in lieu of arrest for dangerous intoxication in specified circumstances, and bars prosecution when civil protective custody is used. Requires probation with mandatory treatment for habitual dangerous intoxication, with incarceration only upon probation violation. Makes conforming amendments to chapter 334, HRS, relating to admission to psychiatric facilities and assisted community treatment. Delays implementation by one year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA |
HB2322 |
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2356
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SB3202 SD1
Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit; Licensed Dietitians; Physician Assistants; Social Workers; Residency Programs; Preceptor Credit Assurance Committee
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Amends the Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit to remove language limiting access only to those practicing in primary care, to add licensed dietitians, physician assistants, and social workers as eligible preceptors and students, and to include residency and followship programs. Adds the Director of Health and a representative 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. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HLT, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HLT, FIN |
HB2206 |
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2357
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SB2281 SD1
DOH; Health Care Providers; Artificial Intelligence; Patient Interaction; Consequential Decisions; Disclosure; Notice; Oversight; Performance Evaluations; Recordkeeping; Rules
RELATING TO THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTH CARE.
Requires health care providers using artificial intelligence (AI) in patient interactions to disclose to the patient that the patient is interacting with artificial intelligence. Requires health care providers using AI in making consequential decisions relating to the patient to provide certain notice and statements to the patient; maintain a qualified AI oversight personnel who shall be a natural person that reviews, evaluates, and validates or overrides AI outputs; monitor and conduct regular performance evaluations of their AI systems; implement procedures to address identified deficiencies; and maintain certain records. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules. Implementation effective 7/1/2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, RICHARDS |
HHS/LBT, CPN/WAM |
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2358
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SB2852 SD1 HD2 CD1
Hawaii Civil Rights Commission; Discrimination in Public Accommodations; Persons with Disabilities; Discriminatory Practices; Rulemaking; Digital Accessibility
RELATING TO CIVIL RIGHTS.
Requires the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission to adopt rules on digital accessibility for places of public accommodation that are consistent with certain federal regulations. Specifies that a violation of the rules is an unlawful discriminatory practice. Establishes that it is an unlawful discriminatory practice for a place of public accommodation to deny a person with a disability full and equal enjoyment of their goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations, or information related thereto, by requiring the use of information and communication technology that is not accessible to the person. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS |
CPC, JHA |
HB1998 |
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2359
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SB2272 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOH; Home Health Agencies; Licensing Inspections; CMS; Accreditation Organizations; Certification Organizations; Public Information
RELATING TO HOME HEALTH LICENSING.
Authorizes the Department of Health to accept accreditation or certification from an accreditation organization or a certification organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as demonstration that a licensed home health agency is in compliance with all licensing inspections required by the State. Specifies conditions under which a home health agency may be exempt from a licensing inspection on a continuing basis throughout the accreditation or certification period. Requires information obtained in reports of survey and accreditation or certification letters to be public information. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Chang, Kanuha |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1540 |
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2360
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SB2479 SD2
Family Violence; Dating Violence; Child Abuse; Criminal Procedure; Sentencing; Reduced Sentence; Evidence
RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE.
Allows a defendant to introduce certain evidence to receive a reduced sentence for certain offenses if the defendant can show that they were subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse, and that the acts were a significant contributing factor for the offense for which the defendant is being sentenced. Allows a defendant to introduce certain relevant evidence when raising the justification defenses of self-defense or defense of others to show that the defendant was subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse by the alleged victim. Allows the circuit court imposing a criminal sentence to correct or reduce the sentence and to suspend or probate all or any part of the sentence imposed. Allows a person previously sentenced by a circuit court to petition the court to be re-sentenced to a reduced sentence if the defendant can show that they were subjected to acts of family violence, dating violence, or child abuse, and that the acts were a significant contributing factor for the offense for which the defendant was sentenced. (SD2) |
(H)
3/24/2026- The committee(s) on HSH recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
HSH, JHA |
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2361
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SB2589 SD1
EOA; Hanai Memory Network Program; Dementia Care; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE.
Establishes the Hanai Memory Network Program within the Executive Office on Aging to create a network of dementia care specialists and support systems to assist individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Elefante, Lamosao, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HHS, WAM |
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2362
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SB2936 SD1
Parking; Persons with Disabilities; State and Local Government; Public Accomodations
RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.
Beginning 7/1/27, increases the number of required accessible and van accessible parking spaces in parking lots with more than twenty-five parking spaces that are covered by title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act with certain expectations. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY |
HHS/TRS, WAM |
HB2442 |
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2363
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SB2720 SD1
Firearm Injury; Cost Recovery; Restitution Fund
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Establishes the Hawai?i Firearm Injury Restitution Fund funded by contribution payments made by firearm manufacturers as a condition of market participation. Provides no-fault, first-payer coverage for medical and other costs arising from firearm injuries. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
RHOADS, CHANG |
PSM, WAM/JDC |
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2364
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SB2730 SD2 HD1
Judiciary; Arrests; Warrantless; Citations; Reports
RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM.
Establishes factors under which officers may arrest and detain persons without a warrant for petty misdemeanors and violations, and requires officers to document the justification for the arrests. Amends the circumstances under which officers may issue citations in lieu of arrest. Requires officers to issue citations in lieu of arrest for certain petty misdemeanors and violations, unless public safety or flight risks are present or the alleged offense involves operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant or the abuse of family or household members. Requires the Judiciary to promulgate a standardized citation form and updates the required information for citations. Requires the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit reports. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/28/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 870). |
RHOADS |
JHA |
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2365
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SB2749 SD1
Penal Code; Sentencing; Repeat Offenders; Probation
RELATING TO SENTENCING.
Amends repeat offender sentencing provisions to allow sentencing courts, under certain circumstances, to sentence defendants in class C felony cases to probation with appropriate terms and conditions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG |
PSM, JDC |
HB1627 |
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2366
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SB2688 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Paroling Authority; Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Compassionate Release; Working Group ($)
RELATING TO COMPASSIONATE RELEASE.
Establishes a protocol for compassionate release for certain ill or seriously debilitated incarcerated persons. Establishes a temporary working group within the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to develop initial administrative rules to implement the protocol. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/27/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 839). |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA, FIN |
HB1628 |
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2367
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SB2798 SD1 HD1
Law Enforcement; Agricultural Enforcement Program; Permanent; Statewide
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Makes permanent the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program established pursuant to Act 235, SLH 2025. Renames the program as the Agricultural Enforcement Program and expands the program statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AGR, JHA, FIN |
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2368
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SB3040 SD1 HD1
AG; Office of Gun Violence Prevention; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION.
Replaces the Gun Violence and Violent Crimes Commission with the Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/24/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 742). |
LEE, C. |
JHA, FIN |
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2369
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SB3107 SD1
Parole Eligibility
RELATING TO PAROLE ELIGIBILITY.
Amends section 353-64, HRS, to include participation in correctional programs for parole eligibility: (1) treatment (substance abuse, mental health, sex offender); (2) work furlough as part of vocational education; and (3) other programs designed to assist the committed person with successful reintegration back into the community; all of which are in the scope of programs determined by Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's Receiving and Diagnostic (RAD) assessments and recommended for parole eligibility. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, JDC |
HB2288 |
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2370
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SB3010 SD2 HD1
Animal Endangerment; Pet Animals; Unattended Vehicles; Confinement; Rescue; Immunity
RELATING TO ANIMAL ENDANGERMENT.
Allows law enforcement officers, animal control officers, and firefighters to enter an unattended vehicle to protect the health, safety, or well-being of a pet animal that is endangered by being left or confined in an unattended vehicle. Allows private citizens to rescue a pet animal that has been left in an unattended vehicle under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
LEE, C., CHANG, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, WAKAI, Kanuha |
AGR, JHA |
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2371
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SB3109 SD1 HD1
DOD; Hawaii Emergency Management Agency; Administrator; Deputy Director; Commission on Salaries
RELATING TO THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
Establishes the Administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency as the Deputy Director of Emergency Management within the Department of Defense, under the direction of the Adjutant General. Clarifies the position's reporting structure and duties. Requires the Commission on Salaries to include the Deputy Director of Emergency Management in its recommendations for executive branch salary levels. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:51 PM; Conference Room 016. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
HB2290 |
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2372
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SB3140 HD1 CD1
DLE; DLIR; State Fire Council
RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE COUNCIL.
Replaces the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations with the Department of Law Enforcement as the department responsible for budgeting administrative staffing for the State Fire Council. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
HB2320 |
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2373
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SB3187 SD2 HD1
State Building Code Council; Off-site Construction; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO OFF-SITE CONSTRUCTION.
Implements certain recommendations of the SPEED Task Force. Establishes and appropriates funds for a working group within the State Building Code Council to develop proposals for an off-site construction program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
WAKAI |
HSG, WAL, FIN |
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2374
|
SB2057 SD2 HD2 CD1
State Law Enforcement Agencies; County Law Enforcement Agencies; Law Enforcement Officials; Federal Immigration Authorities; Prohibition; Immigration Enforcement
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Prohibits any law enforcement agency or law enforcement official from entering into an agreement under federal law that permits state or county agencies to engage in immigration enforcement. Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officials from engaging in certain immigration-related actions, except under limited circumstances. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
ECD, JHA, FIN |
|
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2375
|
SB2377 SD2 HD1
Offenses Against Property Rights; Criminal Property Damage of Critical Infrastructure Facilities; Felony
RELATING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES.
Establishes the offense of criminal property damage to critical infrastructure facilities as a class C felony. Expands the term "critical infrastructure" to include broadband, wireless, and cable networks. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
ECD, JHA |
HB1798 |
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2376
|
SB3048 SD1 HD1
State Building Code Council; Permitting Transparency; Data Reporting; Modernization; Staffing; Plan; Report; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent position for the State Building Code Council to support statewide building code coordination, permitting transparency, and modernization initiatives. Requires county reporting on building permitting performance. Requires the State Building Code Council to develop a plan for the creation of a standardized statewide permitting data system or publicly accessible dashboard and a state building code modernization and transparency initiative. Requires the State Building Code Council to develop standardized credentials and training requirements for permitting officials. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KANUHA |
WAL, FIN |
HB2215 |
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2377
|
SB3083 SD2 HD2 CD1
Judiciary; DLE; Police; Protective Orders; Law Enforcement; Military; Judiciary; Coordination; Notification
RELATING TO PROTECTIVE ORDERS.
Requires notification to the security forces of each branch of the military when a protective order is issued in a case involving a military-affiliated individual. Requires the Judiciary, Department of Law Enforcement, and county police departments to establish certain policies and procedures. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, JHA |
HB2264 |
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2378
|
SB3182 SD1
Administrative Driver's License Revocation; Notice; Disclosure
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE LICENSE REVOCATION.
Clarifies an administrative driver's license revocation takes automatic effect thirty days after a Notice of Administrative Revocation that the revocation remains in effect until the Administrative Driver's License Revocation Office affirms or rescinds the administrative revocation. Clarifies review timelines for the administrative review and hearing processes. (SD1) |
(S)
2/18/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
MORIWAKI |
TRS, JDC/WAM |
HB2417 |
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2379
|
SB2138 HD1 CD1
Department of Defense; UH; STAP; Graduate Degree
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD STATE TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Authorizes the Adjutant General to expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified enlisted personnel in the Hawaii National Guard. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto, Inouye, San Buenaventura |
PBS, HED, FIN |
HB1751 |
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2380
|
SB2054 SD2 HD2
Hawaii National Guard; Deployment; Federal Law Enforcement; Collaboration
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Prohibits the Hawaii National Guard from deploying to assist federal troops, federal law enforcement, or the national guard of any other state operating in Hawaii when the Governor has objected to the deployments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 762). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
PBS, JHA |
|
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2381
|
SB2987 SD1
Light Pollution; Outdoor Light Fixtures; Requirements
RELATING TO LIGHT POLLUTION.
Beginning 7/1/2027, establishes outdoor light fixture requirements throughout the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
LEE, C., CHANG, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB1579 |
|
2382
|
SB2908 SD1 HD1
DBEDT; Counties; Permitting; Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Pre-Compliance Intake Pilot Platform; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PERMITTING.
Requires and appropriates funds for the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, in collaboration with a county selected by the Department, to develop an artificial intelligence-assisted pre-compliance intake pilot platform, subject to a matching funds requirement for the county. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to develop a policy or metric to measure the success of the pilot platform. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
WAKAI, CHANG, Keohokalole, Moriwaki, Richards, San Buenaventura |
ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB1968 |
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2383
|
SB2702 SD1
HHCA; DHHL; Counties; Right of Refusal; Real Property; Delinquent Taxes
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes a limited right of first refusal for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands with respect to county real property tax sales. Requires advance notice from the counties to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands of qualifying properties. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, RICHARDS, Lamosao, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
HWN, WAM |
|
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2384
|
SB2924 SD1
CIP; DHHL; Kanehili Homestead; Community Hale; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE KANEHILI COMMUNITY HALE.
Appropriate funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for the construction of the Kanehili community hale, a new access road, and a parking lot at the Kanehili homestead. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, INOUYE, MCKELVEY |
HWN, WAM |
|
|
2385
|
SB3248 SD2 HD2
ʻŌkolehao; Distilled Spirits; Labeling Requirements
RELATING TO LABELING REQUIREMENTS.
Establishes labeling requirements for ʻōkolehao products. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/10/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 564). |
KANUHA |
ECD, CPC |
HB2475 |
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2386
|
SB2635 SD2
DHHL; Waiting List; Beneficiaries; Beneficiary List; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for the development or purchase of land or units, for mortgage or rental subsidies, and other services necessary to address the waiting list. Effective 9/9/2129. (SD2) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
HWN, WAM |
|
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2387
|
SB3127 SD1
DHHL; Hawaiian Home Land Lessees; Loans
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED.
Increases the limit of the State's liability for moneys borrowed by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands or loans made to lessees that are guaranteed by the Department from $100,000,000 to $500,000,000. Effective 9/9/2129. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HWN, WAM/JDC |
HB2308 |
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2388
|
SB3001 SD2 HD3 CD1
DCCA; Attorney General; Office of Consumer Protection; DOH; Artificial Intelligence; AI Companions; Disclosures; Protections; Minors; UDAP; Reports
RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
Requires operators of AI companions in the State to issue certain disclosures to users. Requires operators to develop certain protocols to respond to user prompts regarding suicidal ideation or self-harm. Establishes protections for users and minor users of AI companions. Beginning 1/1/2028, requires operators to submit annual reports to the Behavioral Health Administration of the Department of Health containing certain information. Establishes that violations are to be considered unfair or deceptive acts or practices. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
CPC, ECD, JHA |
HB2502 |
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2389
|
SB2294 SD1
Condominiums; Associations; Boards; Managing Agents; Self-Governance; Compliance
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Specifies that all condominium associations, boards, and managing agents are required to comply with any applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/27/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Ihara, Kim |
CPN, JDC |
HB1587 |
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2390
|
SB2037 SD1
Condominiums; Arbitration; Fines; Attorneys' Fees; Trial de Novo
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Prohibits condominium associations from charging unit owners attorneys' fees on fines unless deemed collectable. Allows a court to assess charges against a party requesting trial de novo if the requesting party fails to better its position by thirty per cent or more. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
CPN, JDC |
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2391
|
SB2797 SD2
OCP; Gift Cards; Gift Certificates; Consumers; Fraud Prevention; Transparency; Offenses; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Establishes a new gift card fraud law, under the scope of unfair and deceptive practices law, which requires merchants and third-party gift card resellers to take certain steps to prevent gift card scams. Requires the Office of Consumer Protection to create model notices and issue certain guidelines. Requires the conspicuous provision of information regarding terms and conditions of gift certificates, regardless of whether the cards are sold in person, electronically, or telephonically. Extends the minimum redemption period for paper gift certificates from two to four years. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
DECOITE |
CPC, JHA |
|
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2392
|
SB2765 SD1 HD1
Condominiums; Associations; Rental Income; Foreclosures; Third‑Party Commissioners
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies that condominium associations that have obtained title to a unit through foreclosure may retain rental income received prior to the appointment of a commissioner in a subsequent foreclosure, but the association may be required by a court to remit rental income received after the appointment of a commissioner to be held until an order of distribution is entered by the court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 761). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, Gabbard, Richards, San Buenaventura |
CPC, JHA |
|
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2393
|
SB2961 SD1 HD1
Homeowners Insurance; Additional Living Expenses Benefits; Lease of Temporary Primary Residence; Advance Payments; Extended Coverage; State of Emergency
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires homeowners insurance policies to permit an insured who sustains a total loss from a peril for which a state of emergency was declared to (1) apply additional living expenses benefits toward the lease of a housing unit to serve as the insured's temporary primary residence; (2) pay an advance of at least four months of additional living expenses benefits; and (3) provide additional living expenses benefits for a minimum of twenty-four months, subject to policy limits. Provides for extensions of additional living expenses benefits under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:30 PM; Conference Room 224. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, INOUYE |
CPC, FIN |
|
|
2394
|
SB2210 SD1
HCRC; Discrimination; Source of Income; Prohibited; Penalties; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING DISCRIMINATION.
Allows the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission to prosecute discrimination based on source of income in housing cases. Clarifies penalties. Establishes a position. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HOU, JDC/WAM |
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2395
|
SB2948 SD2 HD2
DCCA; Insurance Division; Insurance Fraud Investigations Branch; Insurance Commissioner; Insurance Fraud; Declarations of States of Emergency; Whistleblower Protection; Penalties; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INSURANCE FRAUD.
Prohibits certain solicitation and inducement practices relating to insurance claims. Establishes disaster-related insurance fraud offenses. Broadens the scope of the offense of insurance fraud and the acts that constitute insurance fraud. Clarifies the penalties for the offense of insurance fraud and the capabilities and operations of the Insurance Fraud Investigations Branch, including the annual report to the Legislature and the use of fraud analytics. Reiterates protections for insurance fraud whistleblowers. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MCKELVEY, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Chang, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Kanuha, Moriwaki, Wakai |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
HB2379 |
|
2396
|
SB3108 SD1
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; The 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.
Removes the $600,000 annual expenditure ceiling on the Automated Victim Information and Notification System Special Fund to address rising program costs and growing victim service demands. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PSM, WAM |
HB2289 |
|
2397
|
SB3240 SD1
DBEDT; Military and Community Relations Office; Intergovernmental Coordination; Defense-Related Workforce Development; Advanced Manufacturing and Sustainment; Business Readiness; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE MILITARY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism through the Military and Community Relations Office to strengthen intergovernmental coordination for military and defense activities. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on PBS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
FUKUNAGA, CHANG |
PBS, ECD, FIN |
|
|
2398
|
SB2045 SD1
State Boxing Commission of Hawaii; Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii; Combat Sports Contests; Prohibitions; Mixed Martial Arts Contests; Repeal; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.
Renames the State Boxing Commission of Hawaii as the Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii. Amends the jurisdiction of the Commission to include combat sports contests. Prohibits no rules combat or similar combat sports contests. Repeals the existing Mixed Martial Arts Contests Program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
CPN/EDT, WAM/JDC |
|
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2399
|
SB2675 SD1
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Extension; Partners; Limited Liability Companies
RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.
Clarifies that a partner or member of a partnership or limited liability company that has been allocated a low-income housing tax credit issued after July 1, 2026, may either further allocate the credit or transfer, sell, or assign all or a portion of the credit to any taxpayer. Extends the sunset date of Act 129, SLH 2016, relating to the low-income housing tax credit, until 12/31/2032. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RICHARDS |
HOU, WAM |
HB1920 |
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2400
|
SB2338 SD1 HD2 CD1
HHFDC; HCDA; HPHA; Executive Director; Deputy Executive Director; Finance Manager; Salary; Employment Contracts
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Exempts Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation employees from the requirement that their employment actions and job descriptions be subject to approval by the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Executive Director of HHFDC to be paid a salary recommended by its Board of Directors and subject to the approval of the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, not to exceed ninety-nine per cent of the salary of the Governor. Renames the position of Executive Assistant to Deputy Executive Director for HHFDC and increases the salary cap for the Deputy Executive Director. Establishes conditions for the issuance, renewal, and termination of employment contracts issued by the HHFDC, Hawaii Community Development Authority, and the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Exempts the Executive Director of HCDA, and officers, agents, and employees appointed by the Executive Director, from the requirement that their employment actions and job descriptions be subject to approval by the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Executive Director of HCDA to be paid a salary recommended by the Authority and subject to the approval of the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, not to exceed ninety-nine per cent of the salary of the Governor. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Kim |
HSG, LAB, FIN |
HB1714 |
|
2401
|
SB2451 SD1
Department of Budget and Finance; Department of Taxation; Home Mortgage Interest Deduction; Income Tax; Reports
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Eliminates the home mortgage interest deduction for second homes not used as a primary residence under Hawaii income tax law. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
HOU, WAM |
|
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2402
|
SB2552 SD1 HD1 CD1
Income Tax; Individual Housing Accounts; Pre-tax Savings; Maximum Annual Deduction; Maximum Total Deduction; Increase
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
For taxable years beginning 1/1/2027: (1) increases the maximum annual and total allowable deduction for contributions to individual housing accounts for income tax deductions; and (2) increases the maximum allowable contributions for individual housing accounts to qualify for the income tax deductions. Repeals outdated language applicable to first‑time home purchases made before 1/1/1990, by persons with an individual housing account. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Inouye |
HSG, FIN |
HB1837 |
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2403
|
SB2553 SD1
HHFDC; Affordable Rental Housing; Housing Loan and Mortgage Program; Report
RELATING TO THE HOUSING LOAN AND MORTGAGE PROGRAM.
Increases the Hula Mae Multifamily Revenue Bond authorization ceiling amount to continue financing affordable rental housing statewide. Requires the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to report to the Legislature on its plan to meet statewide housing demand at the sixty to one hundred forty per cent area median income levels. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RHOADS |
HOU, WAM |
HB1733 |
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2404
|
SB3089 SD1
HHFDC; Downpayment Loan Assistance Program
RELATING TO THE DOWNPAYMENT LOAN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Amends the Downpayment Loan Assistance Program, administered by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, to align with federal requirements and enhance assistance for low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HOU, WAM |
HB2270 |
|
2405
|
SB3176 SD1
HPHA; Public Housing; Rehabilitation, Remodeling, Renovation, Repair; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to rehabilitate, remodel, renovate, and repair housing units, including exterior repairs. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU, WAM |
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2406
|
SB3285 SD1
HHFDC; Workforce Housing Regulatory Sandbox Program; Advisory Council; Workforce Housing; Permitting; Affordable Housing; Position; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Establishes the Workforce Housing Regulatory Sandbox Program within 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. Establishes a position. Requires annual reports to the legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/2050 (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE |
HOU, WAM |
HB2515 |
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2407
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SB2234 SD1
Housing; Qualified Nonprofit Housing Trusts; Qualified Residents
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies the definition of "qualified nonprofit housing trust" in chapter 201H, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to require qualifying organizations to exclusively serve "qualified residents" as defined in section 201H-32, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga |
HOU, WAM |
|
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2408
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SB2219 SD1
DAGS; LRB; Capitol Visitor Center Working Group; Report
RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Establishes a Capitol Visitor Center Working Group to study the feasibility of establishing a Capitol Visitor Center and submit a report to the Legislature. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to provide administrative support to the Working Group. Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to assist the Working Group in preparing and submitting the report to the Legislature. Working Group to sunset on 6/30/2027. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Wakai |
GVO, WAM |
|
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2409
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SB2312 SD1 HD1
UIPA; Agency Function Contracts; Contractors; Record Retention and Access Requirements; Government Records; Exceptions
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS.
Amends the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) to require contractors who perform agency functions to retain records following the retention schedule of the agency and to provide the agency access to the records upon request. Establishes that all records retained by an agency function contractor shall be deemed government records for the purposes of the UIPA. Exempts contracts entered into by the Employees' Retirement System. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
HB1521 |
|
2410
|
SB2336 SD1
Trees; Public Lands; Arborists; Professionals; Contractors; Best Management Practices
RELATING TO TREES.
Requires State departments, offices, and agencies to ensure and enforce that all arborists and other professionals in its employ, including contractors, who manage trees or lands that will impact public trees adhere to best management practices. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Ihara |
GVO, WAM |
|
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2411
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SB2343 SD1
LRB; Legislature; Regular Sessions; Length; Working Group; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE LEGISLATURE.
Establishes a Regular Session Review Working Group to determine the essential timing and effective framework for a lengthened legislative session calendar for election and non-election years. Requires the Working Group to submit a report of its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the Legislature before the convening of the Regular Session of 2028. Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to assist the Working Group in finalizing its report and drafting any proposed legislation. Appropriates fund. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
GVO, WAM |
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2412
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SB2849 SD2
Public Agencies; Meetings; Notices; Disabilities; Readability
RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS.
Requires certain information to appear at the beginning of notices for public meetings, where applicable. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to JHA, referral sheet 17 |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG |
JHA |
HB1999 |
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2413
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SB2928 SD1 HD1
SPO; Small Business Procurement Program; Small Business Procurement Coordinator; Small Business Assistance Initiative; Repeal; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Establishes the Small Business Procurement Program and Small Business Procurement Coordinator position permanently in the State Procurement Office. Repeals the Small Business Assistance Initiative established in Act 168, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022, effective 1/1/2525. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 789). |
MCKELVEY, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Gabbard, Wakai |
ECD, FIN |
HB1772 |
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2414
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SB2930 SD2 HD1 CD1
DAGS; DOE; SFA; DOT; DLNR; State Risk Management Revolving Fund; Wildfires; King Kamehameha III Elementary School; Report; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE RISK MANAGEMENT REVOLVING FUND.
Increases the expenditure ceiling and appropriates funds out of the State Risk Management Revolving Fund to distribute property and liability insurance proceeds related to the 2023 Maui wildfires to be expended by the School Facilities Authority, Department of Transportation, and Department of Land and Natural Resources to rebuild and restore certain state facilities in Lahaina. Requires the Department of Accounting and General Services to submit to the Legislature a master coordinated project plan developed in collaboration with certain state agencies and in consultation with the County of Maui and other relevant entities. Requires the Department of Education to transfer exclusive site control over the new King Kamehameha III Elementary School property to the SFA while the School is under construction. Requires DAGS to transfer to the SFA any materials deemed necessary for the construction of the School and to provide further support as necessary upon request. Requires the SFA to submit monthly progress reports to the Governor and Legislature. Allows the Governor to transfer certain authorities and responsibilities from the SFA to another state agency under certain conditions. Requires full funding for the projects for which funds are appropriated to be available before expenditure. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
LAB, FIN |
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2415
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SB3332 SD1 HD1
DAGS; State Agencies; Travel Reports
RELATING TO STATE-FUNDED TRAVEL.
Requires reports on travel taken by certain state agencies and for the reports to be submitted to the money committees of the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
KIM, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, San Buenaventura |
LAB, FIN |
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2416
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SB2927 SD1
Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Competitive Sealed Proposals; Disclosure of Competing Proposals
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Prohibits a procurement officer from disclosing a competing offeror's proposal or evaluation score, except the summary of scores, to a non-selected offeror until after any protest is resolved and the contract is executed. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MCKELVEY, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Ihara, Inouye, Kanuha |
FIN |
HB1902 |
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2417
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SB2983 SD1 HD1 CD1
Criminal Destruction of Trees; State or County Property; Misdemeanor
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Establishes the offense of criminal destruction of a tree on state or county property, punishable as a misdemeanor. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C., CHANG |
JHA |
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2418
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SB2906 SD1
HTA; Office of the Governor; Tourism Liaison Officer; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO TOURISM.
Establishes the Tourism Liaison Officer position within the Office of the Governor. Amends the duties of the Hawaii Tourism Authority to focus on marketing and branding, rather than destination management and regenerative tourism. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
EDT, WAM |
HB2447 |
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2419
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SB2353 SD2 HD2
Stadium Authority; Outdoor Advertising; Digital Outdoor Signage Devices; Stadium Development District; DBEDT; Light Pollution; Study
RELATING TO OUTDOOR SIGNAGE.
Allows the display of outdoor advertising devices, including digital outdoor signage devices, within the Stadium Development District with the authorization of the Stadium Authority and subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study on the impacts of light pollution associated with the devices and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD2) |
(H)
4/28/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 787). |
WAKAI, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB2569 |
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2420
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SB2848 SD1
Deaf and Blind Task Force; General Excise Tax; Hearing Aids; Exemption
RELATING TO HEARING AIDS.
Exempts from the general excise tax, gross receipts from the sale of hearing aids received by a hospital, infirmary, medical clinic, health care facility, pharmacy, or a practitioner licensed to administer drugs to an individual. Effective 1/30/2050. Implementation effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Elefante, Wakai |
HHS, WAM/CPN |
HB1996 |
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2421
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SB2340 SD2 HD1 CD1
DOH; Community Care Foster Family Homes; Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; Medicaid Waivers; Housing Access
RELATING TO COMMUNITY CARE FOSTER FAMILY HOMES.
Clarifies that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who meet an intermediate care facility or nursing facility level of care shall not be denied residency in a certified community care foster family home solely because of their disability or enrollment in a specific Medicaid waiver program. Requires the Department of Health to provide technical assistance and training to community care foster family homes. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
HLT/HSH, FIN |
HB1731 |
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2422
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SB2845 SD1
Health Care Facilities; Interference; Disruption; Petty Misdemeanor; Private Right of Action; Civil Remedies; Criminal Penalties; 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 for individuals and health care facilities harmed as a result of interference with a health care facility. Authorizes the Attorney General to bring an action for injunctive or other equitable relief. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KEOHOKALOLE, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
HHS, JDC |
HB1961 |
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2423
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SB3246 SD2 HD1
DOH; State Health Planning and Development Agency; Hospital Discharge Data; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOSPITAL DISCHARGE DATA.
Establishes a statewide system for the collection, audit, and public release of de‑identified hospital discharge data. Requires the State Health Planning and Development Agency to convene a Hospital Discharge Data Working Group. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1869 |
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2424
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SB3077 SD2
AG; Uniform Health Care Decisions Act (Modified); Advance Health Care Directives; Advance Mental Health Care Directives; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Adopts the Uniform Health Care Decisions Act (2023), as modified, to replace existing chapters related to advance health care directives and advance mental health care directives. Requires the Attorney General to convene a working group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 1/30/2050. Implementation effective 7/1/20209. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HLT, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, JHA |
HB2257 |
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2425
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SB3254 SD2 HD1
DOH; Grant; HPHA; Solar-Plus-Storage Microgrids; Community Health Centers; Medically Underserved Communities; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE BUDGET.
Appropriates funds to be expended by the Department of Health as a grant for the Hawaii Primary Care Association to support solar-plus-storage microgrid implementation at community health centers in medically underserved communities, and provide programmatic services, project management, contract management, reporting and fiscal stewardship responsibilities, and developing future scalable plans for the development and deployment of solar-plus-storage microgrids at nonprofit community health centers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick, Shimizu voting no (2) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
LEE, C. |
HLT, EEP, FIN |
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2426
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SB2934 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOH; Emergency Medical Services; Advanced Life Support Ambulance; Central Maui; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AMBULANCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Health to purchase one advanced life support ambulance and related equipment to be based in the Central Maui area of the County of Maui and fund pay-related personnel costs for state-certified emergency medical services personnel. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MCKELVEY, HASHIMOTO |
HLT, FIN |
HB2173 |
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2427
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SB2571 SD1
Judiciary Package; Jury Duty; Juror and Prospective Juror Compensation; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO JURY DUTY.
Increases the amount each juror or prospective juror is paid for each day of actual attendance at court. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
HB2094 |
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2428
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SB2248 SD2
State Ethics Commission Package; Financial Disclosures; Requirements
RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES.
Expands the scope of persons who are required to file financial disclosures to include gubernatorial nominees subject to Senate confirmation. Makes technical amendments relating to legislators. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to LMG, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LMG, JHA |
HB2108 |
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2429
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SB2471 SD2 HD2 CD2
AG; DCCA; Business Entities; State-Chartered Credit Unions; Corporations; Nonprofit Corporations; Professional Corporations; Agricultural Cooperative Associations; Consumer Cooperative Associations; Limited-Equity Housing Cooperatives; Limited Liability Partnerships; Limited Partnerships; Limited Liability Companies; Election Activities; Ballot-Issue Activities; Limitations; Penalties
RELATING TO THE POWERS OF ARTIFICIAL PERSONS.
Reaffirms that artificial persons created under state law possess only those powers that are necessary or convenient to carry out lawful purposes, and that those powers do not include the power to spend money or contribute anything of value to influence elections or ballot measures. Authorizes the Attorney General and the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to impose certain penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2027. (CD2) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPC, JHA, FIN |
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2430
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SB2298 SD2
Common Interest Communities; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Proxy Forms
RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES.
Requires cooperative housing corporation proxy forms to include certain language related to the selection options for proxies. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 17 |
FUKUNAGA, KEOHOKALOLE, Ihara, Kim |
CPC |
HB1834 |
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2431
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SB2413 SD1
DOH; DLE; Medical Cannabis; Dispensaries; Sales; Viable Seeds; Patients; Medical Records; Inspection; Repeal
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Authorizes dispensaries to sell viable cannabis seeds to qualifying patients or their primary caregivers; provided that not more than 10 seeds per month may be purchased by, or on behalf of, the qualifying patient. Repeals existing statutory language that authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to: (1) inspect a qualifying medical cannabis patient's medical records held by the health provider who issued a written certification for the qualifying patient; and (2) suspend or revoke a health provider's ability to issue written certification for medical cannabis if the provider refuses the foregoing inspection, or if the medical records do not comply with the medical use of cannabis law. Requires the Department of Health to adopt any necessary rules. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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2432
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SB2425 SD2 HD1
Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers; Substance Use Disorder Services; Assignment of Benefits; Anti-Assignment Clause; Enforcement; Rules; Civil Action
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to honor a patient's written assignment of benefits to a substance use disorder treatment provider. Prohibits health insurance policies, plans, contracts, and agreements from including anti-assignment clauses that restrict or invalidate a patient's right to assign benefits. Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to adopt rules and take enforcement action to ensure compliance. Deems violations to be unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the business of insurance. Requires insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to furnish an explanation of benefits to the assigned provider upon request. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB1698, HB2209 |
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2433
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SB3045 SD1 HD2 CD1
DHS; DOH; Health Insurance; Medicaid; Mandated Coverage; Diabetes; Equipment and Supplies; Continuous Glucose Monitors
RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Beginning 1/1/2027, requires all health insurers, mutual benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations in the State, including Medicaid managed care programs, to cover the cost of continuous glucose monitors and related supplies under certain conditions. Allows the Department of Health and Department of Human Services to accept and expend funds from public and private sources to support the expansion of access to continuous glucose monitors. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
HLT/HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB2507 |
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2434
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SB2843
Domestic Violence; Abuse of Family or Household Member; Penalties
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. Effective 6/29/2026. |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIM, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HHS, JDC |
HB1959 |
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2435
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SB2595 SD1 HD1
ADC; Lease; License; Rental; DOE; Appraised Market Value Rate; Food and Product Innovation Network
RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Requires payments to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for letting, licensing, or renting of its properties to be at appraised market value rates or higher, except where the lessees, licensees, and tenants grow, raise, and harvest fresh local agricultural products for the Department of Education or are partner members of the Food and Product Innovation Network. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:45 PM; Conference Room 411. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Moriwaki |
AGR, FIN |
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2436
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SB2907 SD1 HD3 CD1
DBEDT; Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Ocean Cluster; Office of Marine Affairs; Marine Affairs Governing Board; Marine Affairs Coordinator; Reports; Transfer
RELATING TO MARINE AFFAIRS.
Declares that the State is an ocean cluster. Establishes the Office of Marine Affairs and Marine Affairs Governing Board within the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Establishes the Marine Affairs Coordinator position. Repeals the powers and duties of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism over marine affairs. Transfers the employees and functions of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Marine Affairs to the Office of Marine Affairs. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG |
ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB1829 |
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2437
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SB3204 SD1 HD1 CD1
Office of Wellness and Resilience; DHS; Family Resilience Pilot Program; Report; Peer Support Resource Navigators; TANF; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FAMILY RESILIENCE PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes a two-year Family Resilience Pilot Program within the Office of Wellness and Resilience. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds to be expended by the Department of Human Services for the pilot program. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, MCKELVEY |
HSH, FIN |
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2438
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SB2311 SD1
Claims Against the State; Attorney General; Reports
RELATING TO CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE.
Prohibits claims for refunds, reimbursements, or other payments, authorization for which is sought from the Legislature that exceed the time limitations of section 40-68, Hawaii Revised Statutes, from being claimed. Requires the Attorney General to submit a confidential report within five days after the opening of a Regular Session to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, President of the Senate, Chairs of the House and Senate Judiciary Committees that provides a good faith estimate of each possible judgment against the State that has not yet settled. Requires the Attorney General to submit a report every five years to the Legislature containing further incidents that occurred in an agency that led to a claim. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, MORIWAKI |
JDC, WAM |
HB1653 |
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2439
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SB2532 HD1 CD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Electronic Filing System
RELATING TO THE CAMPAIGN SPENDING COMMISSION'S ELECTRONIC FILING SYSTEM.
Amends various sections of Hawaii's campaign spending laws by requiring designated campaign finance forms to be submitted electronically through the Campaign Spending Commission's upgraded electronic filing system. Effective 11/4/2026. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2054 |
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2440
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SB2528 SD1 HD1
Campaign Spending Commission Package; Partial Public Financing; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PARTIAL PUBLIC FINANCING OF ELECTIONS.
Increases the expenditure limit and the amount of partial public campaign financing available for all elective offices. Adjusts the minimum amount of qualifying contributions certain candidates must receive to participate in the program. Increases the matching fund payments for excess qualifying contributions. Appropriates funds for the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Muraoka, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Kitagawa, Pierick voting no (4) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2050 |
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2441
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SB2313 SD1
Comprehensive Public Funding; Campaign Spending Commission; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCING FOR CANDIDATES TO ELECTED OFFICE.
Establishes a comprehensive system of public financing for all candidates seeking election to state and county public offices in the State, to begin with the 2028 general election year. Requires the Campaign Spending Commission to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Ihara, Kanuha |
JHA, FIN |
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2442
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SB3300 SD1
Taxation; Tax Appeals; Payments Under Protest
RELATING TO PROCEDURES FOR TAX APPEALS.
Requires a tax to be paid before the courts may entertain a second appeal on the merits of the dispute. Requires a taxpayer who partially prevailed during the taxpayer's first appeal to pay the amount determined to be due in that first appeal, rather than the entire assessment, in order to make a subsequent appeal. Clarifies that a taxpayer who does not appeal the decision of the body reviewing the initial tax assessment by the Department of Taxation is required to pay the tax as determined by the Taxation Board of Review or Tax Appeal Court or the tax assessment by the Department of Taxation if left unmodified and unamended by the Board or Court. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
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2443
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SB2530 SD2 HD1
CSC; State Contractors; State Grantees; Officers; Immediate Family Members; Prohibited Contributions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.
Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers, and their immediate family members, of state contractors with contracts exceeding the small purchase threshold established under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and grantees with grants exceeding $250,000. Prohibits the compensated officers of state contractors, and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract exceeding the small purchase threshold. Prohibits state grantees, including compensated officers and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain contributions for the duration of the grant exceeding $250,000. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/27/2026- Received notice of change in conferees (Hse. Com. No. 837). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2052 |
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2444
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SB2693 SD1
Capital Improvement Project; GO Bonds; Aerospace Infrastructure; Hilo International Airport; DOT; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR AEROSPACE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Authorizes the issuance of $15 million in general obligation bonds to finance the planning, design, and construction of a 50,000 square foot aerospace hangar and related facilities at Hilo international airport. Requires matching contributions from the federal government and private sector. Directs appropriation to be expended by the Department of Transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
TRS/EDT, WAM |
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2445
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SB2010 SD2 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Drivers; Unlicensed Drivers; Stops; Citations Traffic; Public Safety; Impoundment; Driver's License; Motor Vehicle Registration; Unpaid Monetary Obligations
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
Part I: Authorizes the impoundment of motor vehicles when certain traffic violations have been alleged or committed. Provides that if a law enforcement officer lawfully stops a motor vehicle and the operator is cited for driving without a valid license, the officer shall not permit the operator to resume the use of the motor vehicle. Requires the motor vehicle to be moved by a licensed driver or towed at the owner's expense. Provides that the cited operator is responsible for arranging the operator's transportation from the scene of the stop. Part II: Imposes a restriction on a person's ability to obtain or renew a driver's license or to register, renew the registration of, or transfer or receive title to a motor vehicle, as a consequence of unpaid monetary obligations, under certain circumstances. Repeals provisions that would have allowed any person prevented from obtaining or renewing a driver's license or motor vehicle registration solely due to failure to pay any monetary assessment to petition the court for a driver's license or motor vehicle clearance. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Gedeon, Pierick, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, Chang, Gabbard |
TRN, JHA |
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2446
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SB3156 SD1 HD1 CD1
DOT; Federal Military Facilities; Department Services; Agreements
RELATING TO FEDERAL MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to enter into agreements with the United States Department of Defense for the provision of services at federal military installations, under certain conditions. Authorizes charging an administrative fee. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRN, PBS, FIN |
HB2336 |
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2447
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SB2697 SD1 HD2 CD1
DOT; Counties; Motor Vehicles; Shoulder Lanes; Registration; Expired Registration; Out-of-state Motor Vehicles; High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes; Enforcement; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Prohibits vehicles from driving on the shoulder of a roadway, except in certain circumstances. Specifies that a vehicle with an expired registration of one or more years may be subject to impoundment. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Increases the fine amount for owners of out-of-state motor vehicles who fail to register the vehicle in the State. Establishes minimum and maximum statutory penalties for violations relating to the use of high occupancy vehicle lanes. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, JHA |
HB2027 |
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2448
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SB2991 SD1 HD1
Motor Vehicles; Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Driver's Licenses; Revocation; Reactivation; Reexamination
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
Clarifies that persons whose driver's licenses have been revoked for certain alcohol-related offenses are required to undergo reexamination before the examiner of drivers may relicense the person. Requires a notice and order of administrative revocation to include certain information. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
LEE, C. |
TRN, JHA |
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2449
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SB3153 SD1
DOT; Airport; Airport Special District
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Authorizes the Department of Transportation to designate airport special district zones within airports statewide. Adds a new HRS section to help prevent unauthorized access and enhance security. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB2333 |
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2450
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SB2812 SD1 HD1
Driver's License; License Examination; Excessive Speeding; Penalties
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.
Requires testing of driver license applicants on the dangers that larger motor vehicles present to pedestrians and bicyclists. Requires persons who commit the offense of excessive speeding to pass the driver license examination only if and when those drivers apply for a new driver's license. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
TRN, JHA |
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2451
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SB2527
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Commercial Driver Licensing; Alcohol; Substance Abuse; Testing; Counties; Firefighters; Exemptions; HDOT
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSING.
Requires that state and county firefighters exempt from commercial driver licensure be subject to an alcohol and substance abuse policy for employees that is equivalent to, or exceeds the provisions of, the safety and health standards established by the United States Department of Transportation for holders of commercial driver's licenses. |
(S)
3/3/2026- The committee on JDC deferred the measure. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
TRS, JDC |
HB2081 |
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2452
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SB2376 SD2 HD2
Renewable Fuel; Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit
RELATING TO THE RENEWABLE FUELS PRODUCTION TAX CREDIT.
Expands the provisions of the renewable fuels production tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
WAKAI, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Elefante, Moriwaki |
EEP, ECD, FIN |
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2453
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SB3081 SD1 HD1
Hawaii State Energy Office; Water Resources; Geothermal Exploration; University of Hawaii; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE THE POTENTIAL OF UNDERGROUND ENERGY RESOURCES STATEWIDE.
Establishes the Underground Energy Resource Characterization Program to identify the location and characteristics of accessible geothermal heat and carbon sequestration resources through the use of slim-hole bores and requires a related environmental assessment or environmental impact statement. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Poepoe voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
HB2262 |
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2454
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SB3218 SD2 HD2 CD1
Resilient Infrastructure for Shelter and Equity Bonds; Counties; County Debt Limit Statements; Transit-Oriented Development Zone
RELATING TO BONDS.
Part I: Substitutes the word "tax increment" with "resilient infrastructure for shelter and equity" for purposes of the Resilient Infrastructure for Shelter and Equity Act, except under certain circumstances. Part II: Conforms state law concerning county debt limits to permit counties to exclude resilient infrastructure for shelter and equity bonds from the debt limit of the counties, if a constitutional amendment authorizing the use of resilient infrastructure for shelter and equity bonds and excluding resilient infrastructure for shelter and equity bonds from determinations of the counties' funded debt is ratified. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, RICHARDS, Wakai |
HSG, FIN |
HB2478 |
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2455
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SB3219 HD3 CD1
Constitutional Amendments; Counties; Resilient Infrastructure for Shelter and Equity Bonds (ConAm)
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE VII, SECTIONS 12 AND 13, OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION.
Proposes constitutional amendments to expressly provide that the Legislature may authorize political subdivisions, such as the counties, to issue resilient infrastructure for shelter and equity bonds for specified public works, public improvements, or other actions necessary for housing and community development, and exclude these bonds from determinations of the funded debt of the political subdivisions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, McKelvey |
HSG, JHA, FIN |
HB2476 |
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2456
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SB3333 SD1
Counties; Real Property Tax Relief; Affordable Housing; Transfer Date
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Requires each county to apply any applicable real property tax exemptions, reduced assessments, or tax classifications for any affordable housing subject to income, resale, or occupancy restrictions as of the date a qualifying owner takes title to the affordable housing for the upcoming tax period, consistent with county procedures. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KIM, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
HSG, FIN |
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2457
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SB2232 SD1
HHFDC; Tiny Home Grant Pilot Program; Tiny Home Villages; Report; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A TINY HOME GRANT PILOT PROGRAM.
Establishes a three-year Tiny Home Grant Pilot Program within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. Requires counties and nonprofit organizations that are awarded a grant to submit an annual report to the HHFDC. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds and establishes a position. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Moriwaki, Wakai |
HOU/EIG, WAM |
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2458
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SB2192 SD1 HD1
Counties; Aggregate Zoned Residential Capacity; Reduction
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes a county to reduce the aggregate zoned residential capacity within the county only if the county offsets that reduction by increasing zoned residential capacity elsewhere in the county, such that there is no net loss in residential capacity in the county. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Alcos, Muraoka, Poepoe, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia voting no (2) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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2459
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SB2378 SD2
Counties; Housing; Expedited Permitting; Insurance; Inspections
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Clarifies insurance requirements for single-family and multi-family housing projects to obtain expedited permitting from county agencies. Clarifies that state or county inspectors shall inspect all projects with expedited permits. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
CHANG |
HSG, WAL, CPC |
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2460
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SB2070 SD1
HHFDC; Real Property; Qualified Resident; Permanently Affordable; For-Sale Housing; Restrictions on Transfer
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to designate certain for-sale housing units as permanently affordable. Requires the HHFDC to adopt rules to implement the Housing for Locals Forever Program. Repeals certain requirements defining a qualified resident. Removes restrictions applicable to the transfer of certain real property developed and sold under chapter 201H, HRS. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
HOU, WAM |
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2461
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SB3011 SD1 HD1
HPHA; Pet Animals; Allowed; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.
Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to allow any resident of a public housing project or state low-income housing project to keep one or more pet animals in the resident's unit, subject to applicable state laws, county ordinances, and any reasonable conditions. Prohibits pet animals from being at-large on public housing premises. Provides that the Hawaii Public Housing Authority may charge a refundable deposit for each pet animal but shall not impose a monthly pet fee or pet rent. Allows the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to remove a vicious animal to protect persons or property. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Gedeon, Muraoka, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
LEE, C., CHANG, MCKELVEY, Gabbard, San Buenaventura |
HSG, FIN |
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2462
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SB2676 SD1
HHFDC; Housing Development Projects; General Excise Tax Exemptions; County Housing Incentive Programs
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to approve and certify general excise tax exemptions, including for non-contracting costs, for certain housing development projects developed under county housing incentive programs. Makes conforming amendments. Sunsets 7/1/2031. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, KANUHA |
HOU, WAM |
HB2385 |
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2463
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SB2957 SD1
HHFDC; Tenant Displacement Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Tenant Displacement Working Group within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to address tenant displacement and relocation in the State. Requires the Tenant Displacement Working Group to report to the Legislature. Appropriates Funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, FEVELLA, GABBARD, Ihara, San Buenaventura |
HOU/HHS, WAM |
HB1777 |
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2464
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SB2434 SD1
PUC; Zero-emission Transportation Goals; Electric Vehicle Infrastructure; Special Management Areas; Exclusion
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Excludes from the definition of "development", as it applies to special management areas, the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of an electric vehicle charging system as a minor structure. Includes the Public Utilities Commission in the development and implementation of plans to meet the long-term goals for zero-emissions transportation in the State. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
WAKAI, KIDANI, LEE, C., SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Hashimoto |
EIG/WLA, CPN |
HB1619 |
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2465
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SB2673 SD1 HD1 CD1
Counties; OPSD; Chief Data Officer; Building Permits; Civil Engineering Permits; Statewide Permitting Data Standard; Report
RELATING TO THE COUNTIES.
Requires a statewide permitting data standard developed collaboratively by the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, county permitting agencies, and the Chief Data Officer. Requires each county to publish monthly updates of building and civil engineering permit data in accordance with that standard. Requires a report to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, Elefante |
WAL, FIN |
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2466
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SB3301 SD1
Lawsuits; Disputes; Courts; Appeals; Payment to State; Protest
RELATING TO THE PROCEDURE FOR PAYMENT UNDER PROTEST LAWSUITS.
Clarifies and adds procedural safeguards to section 40-35, HRS, which relates to payments to the State under protest. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JDC, WAM |
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2467
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SB2247 SD1 HD1 CD1
State Ethics Commission Package; Contributions; Solicitation
RELATING TO POLITICAL FUNDRAISING BY EXECUTIVE BRANCH EMPLOYEES.
Prohibits any Executive Branch employee who is nominated or appointed by the Governor to a compensated position subject to confirmation by the Senate from engaging in certain campaign fundraising activities. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
JHA, FIN |
HB2107 |
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2468
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SB2453 SD1
Office of Elections; Voter Guide; Notice; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO VOTING.
Requires the Office of Elections to include a notice to voters that a digital and print voter information guide is available. Requires the notice to be in thirty-two-point font and enclosed as a separate insert with each ballot. Requires the Office of Elections to maintain a notice on its website providing certain information about the voter information guide. Requires the Office of Elections to make the digital voter information guide available to the public no later than twenty-one days before the primary election and no later than fifty days before the general election. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
JDC, WAM |
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2469
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SB2457
Property Forfeiture; Crime; Conviction Requirement
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.
Amends forfeiture laws to require the owner of property seized in relation to a crime to be convicted of the covered offense before the property may be forfeited. |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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2470
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SB2075 SD1 HD2 CD1
Public Procurement; Local Preference; Hawaii Bidders; Hawaii Offerors; Competitive Sealed Bidding; Competitive Sealed Proposals; Debarment; Rules
RELATING TO PUBLIC PROCUREMENT.
Requires purchasing agencies to apply a five per cent flat rate local preference in evaluating bids or proposals from qualified Hawaii bidders or offerors who submit a timely preference certification. Establishes criteria for a bid or proposal to qualify for a local preference. Establishes requirements for the qualification and certification of Hawaii bidders and offerors and consequences for failure to maintain qualification. Requires the Procurement Policy Board to adopt rules. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB1607 |
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2471
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SB2811 SD2 HD1
DAGS; State Building Permit Process; Task Force; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE BUILDING PROJECTS.
Establishes, and appropriates funds for, the State Building Permit Process Task Force to evaluate the challenges, opportunities, and legislative actions necessary to establish a State Building Permit Review Office for state projects located on state-owned lands. Requires a report to the Legislature. Sunsets on 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
MORIWAKI |
LAB, FIN |
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2472
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SB2601 SD2 HD1
SPO; Procurement; Penalties; Certification of Available Funds; Threshold Amount; Chief Procurement Officer; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Amends criminal penalties under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code by providing that a person who intentionally violates the code is subject to prosecution for a misdemeanor in cases of egregious violations of the Code. Ensures that awarded contracts are supported by sufficient appropriations by requiring a contract amount that exceeds fifteen per cent of the amount of the appropriation or balance of an appropriation to be approved by the Chief Procurement Officer to become binding. Establishes positions within the State Procurement Office. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 3:55 PM; Conference Room 329. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI |
JHA, FIN |
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2473
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SB2258 SD1
DOE; DOH; DCR; DOD; DAGS; UH; Local Preference; Landscaping Materials; Mulch; Compost; Soil; Reports
RELATING TO LOCAL PURCHASING PREFERENCE.
Gradually requires that, by 2032, 30% of the natural landscaping materials purchased by certain departments be locally sourced, meaning 50% of the wholesale value is added by manufacture, processing, production, or harvesting in the State. Applies to the Department of Education, Department of Health, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Department of Defense, Department of Accounting and General Services, and University of Hawaii System. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
GVO/CPN, WAM |
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2474
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SB2612
DOE; Medication Administration; School Health Assistants; Public School Employees and Agents; Immunity; Civil or Criminal Liability
RELATING TO MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION IN SCHOOLS.
Clarifies that the Department of Education and its employees and agents shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability arising from assisting students with the administration of medication under certain circumstances. |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
KIDANI, CHANG, DECOITE, RICHARDS, Fukunaga, Inouye, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EDU/HHS, JDC |
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2475
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SB3263 SD2 HD3 CD1
UH; Student-Athletes; Compensation; NIL; Policies; Independent Advisors; Protections; Educational Support; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Affirms student-athletes' rights to engage in name, image, and likeness activities for compensation. Requires the University of Hawaii to adopt policies governing institutional name, image, and likeness agreements and other aspects of name, image, and likeness activity consistent with federal law, rules by an intercollegiate athletics governing body such as the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and Title IX. Allows student-athletes to retain professional representation for the purpose of name, image, and likeness activities. Establishes certain transparency and accountability requirements in the administration of institutional name, image, and likeness activities. Provides protections and educational support for student-athletes who enter into name, image, and likeness agreements. Establishes an endowment fund for the name, image, and likeness program. Appropriates funds into the endowment fund. Sunsets 6/30/2030. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 889). |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, RHOADS, McKelvey, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HED, CPC, FIN |
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2476
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SB3261 SD1
Student Athletes; Athlete Agents; Professional Representation; Registration; Agent Contract; Endorsement; Name, Image, and Likeness
RELATING TO ATHLETE AGENTS.
Prohibits any person from providing advisory, negotiation, or procurement assistance to or on behalf of a student athlete relating to endorsements; promotional or marketing services; appearances; autographs; social media branding; content creation or distribution; licensing of publicity rights; brand development, sponsorship, or promotional arrangements; or agreements related to the name, image, or likeness of the student athlete, without being a registered athlete agent in the State and having a valid agency contract executed in compliance with applicable law. (SD1) |
(S)
2/19/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN. |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Richards |
EDU/EDT, CPN |
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2477
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SB3334 SD2
Superintendent-Level Positions; Cap; DOE; Complex Area Superintendents; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes a cap on the total number of superintendent-level positions within the Department of Education. Defines "superintendent-level position". Requires the Board of Education to conduct a written performance evaluation of each complex area superintendent every 2 years. Appropriates moneys for 2 Deputy Superintendent positions within the Office of the Superintendent. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/23/2026- This measure has been deleted from the meeting scheduled on Tuesday 03-24-26 2:00PM in conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
KIM |
EDN, FIN |
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2478
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SB2613 SD1 HD3 CD1
DOE; BLNR; Department of Land and Natural Resources; City and County of Honolulu; County of Kauai; Public Schools; Land Transfer
RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL LAND TRANSFER.
Revises tax map key numbers and the conveyance process by which identified properties are conveyed to the Department of Education pursuant to Act 307, SLH 2022. Directs the conveyance to the County of Kauai of certain lands held by the Department of Education. Directs the conveyance of land on which Kaimuki Middle School is located from the City and County of Honolulu to the Department of Education. Clarifies that land dispositions of school buildings, facilities, and grounds made by the DOE shall not require approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources when these dispositions are for periods exceeding one year. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIDANI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
EDN, WAL, FIN |
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2479
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SB2350 SD2
DAB; ADC; Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch; Agricultural Enterprises; Transfer
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Transfers the rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity that relate to agricultural enterprises to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Requires that the regulatory functions of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch remain within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
AGR, ECD, FIN |
HB1606 |
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2480
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SB2349 SD1
DAB; Restorative Aquaculture Development Program; Workforce Development; Restorative Aquaculture Advisory Council; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to: (1) Establish a four-year Restorative Aquaculture Development Program to reduce aquaculture permit processing time, support aquaculture infrastructure expansion, increase the aquaculture workforce, and pursue federal aquaculture grants; (2) Establish three pilot demonstration sites for restorative aquaculture; and (3) Convene a Restorative Aquaculture Advisory Council. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, Fukunaga |
AEN/EDT, WAM |
HB1572 |
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2481
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SB2178 SD1
DAB; UH CTAHR; Industrial Hemp Program; Industrial Hemp Advisory Board; Native Hawaiian Practices; Non-Cannabinoid Industrial Hemp Infrastructure and Innovation; State Building Code; Hempcrete; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO INDUSTRIAL HEMP.
Establishes an Industrial Hemp Program in the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity that includes education and support for non-cannabinoid industrial hemp cultivation and use. Establishes the Industrial Hemp Program Advisory Board to develop a strategic plan to establish and expand the processing infrastructure and commercialization of industrial hemp. Requires the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience to support research and development focused on local adaptation, sustainability, and economic development goals. Requires DAB to promote partnerships with Native Hawaiian practitioners, cooperatives, and aina-based programs. Adopts state building codes for hemp-based materials, including hempcrete. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to AGR/WAL, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, Moriwaki |
AGR/WAL, JHA, FIN |
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2482
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SB2101 SD1 HD1 CD1
Department of Health; Counties; Solid Waste Reduction; Organic Waste Diversion
RELATING TO ORGANIC WASTE.
Updates and establishes additional statewide goals for solid waste stream and organic waste stream diversion. Requires the recycling, bioconversion, and organic waste diversion component to identify and assess methods to achieve certain organic waste stream reduction goals. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RHOADS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
EEP, FIN |
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2483
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SB2373 SD1
DLNR; Nature-Based Carbon Sequestration; Carbon Emissions; Marine Ecosystem Restoration; Report
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION.
Establishes a state goal to strengthen nature-based carbon emissions reduction solutions. Directs certain state agencies to identify opportunities for investing in nature-based solutions that reduce carbon emissions. Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop methodologies to quantify carbon emissions reductions through marine ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
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2484
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SB2905 SD1
Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax; Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount; Increase
RELATING TO ENERGY.
Increases the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax and the amount collected from the tax that is deposited into the Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, McKelvey, Richards |
AEN/EIG, WAM |
HB1620 |
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2485
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SB3231 SD1
Counties; Agricultural Districts; Condominium Property Regimes; Registration; Application
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS.
Requires condominium maps for lands within an agricultural district to include a letter signed by an appropriate county official or agency certifying that the condominium property regime will conform to county zoning laws. Requires an application for registration of a project in an agricultural district larger than ten acres to include certain additional information. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI |
WAL, CPC |
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2486
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SB3296 SD1
DAB; Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Conservation and Agriculture Environmental Stewardship Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/28. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/5/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN, WAM |
HB1953 |
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2487
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SB2704 SD1
DAB; Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SUBSISTENCE GARDENING.
Establishes within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity a temporary Subsistence-Plus Gardening Pilot Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
AEN, WAM |
HB2572 |
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2488
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SB3162 SD1
DAB; College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience; Strategic Food Reserves Advisory Committee; Hawaii Strategic Food Reserves Program; Agricultural Market Development Grant Program; Hawaii Strategic Food Reserves Program Special Fund; Agriculture; Local Produce; Climate Adaptation; Resilience; Supply Chains; Emergency Management; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STRATEGIC FOOD RESERVES.
Establishes the Hawaii Strategic Food Reserves Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Establishes purchasing requirements for crops stored at a strategic food reserve. Establishes the Strategic Food Reserves Advisory Committee. Establishes the Agricultural Market Development Grant Program. Establishes the Hawaii Strategic Food Reserves Program Special Fund. Requires DAB and the Strategic Food Reserves Advisory Committee to submit annual reports to the Legislature, respectively. Establishes a timeline for DAB's implementation of the Hawaii Strategic Food Reserves Program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, RHOADS |
AEN, WAM |
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2489
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SB2885 SD1
Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Management; Invasive Species; Green Waste; Agriculture; Biosecurity; Penalties
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes mandatory handling and storage rules for commercial and residential coconut rhinoceros beetle host material to reduce the spread of CRB within infested zones and to prevent spread into non-infested zones. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS, Elefante |
AGR, CPC, FIN |
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2490
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SB2174 SD2 HD1
DAB; Quarantine; Invasive Species; Pests; Interim Rules
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to quarantine any business or other area that is known or reasonably suspected to be infested or infected with any pest. Authorizes the Department to establish interim rules governing the transportation of any material into and within the State known to harbor or transport a high-impact invasive species or pest. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
RICHARDS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR, JHA |
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2491
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SB3256 SD1
DAB; Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program; Agricultural Transportation Reimbursement Program; Agricultural Transportation Grant Program; Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program, to consist of a reimbursement program and a grant program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, to assist certain farmers and livestock producers with transportation costs for agricultural products, inputs, supplies, and production and distribution of agricultural commodities. Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN, WAM |
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2492
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SB2333 SD1
Neonicotinoid Pesticides; Prohibition; Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Evaluations
RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale, possession, or use of a pesticide containing one or more neonicotinoid pesticides, under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to evaluate the potential impacts of and adopt any necessary control measures for neonicotinoid pesticide use on pollinating insects, native migratory and resident birds, aquatic organisms, and human health. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
AEN, CPN/WAM |
HB1570 |
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2493
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SB2713 SD1
Restricted Use Pesticides; Elderly Health Care Facilities; Buffer Zone; Exemptions; Invasive Species Control
RELATING TO PESTICIDE BUFFER ZONES.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the application of restricted use pesticides within a half-mile radius of elderly health care facilities, with certain exemptions. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, Ihara, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
AGR, JHA |
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2494
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SB2100 SD2 HD1
DAB; Restricted Use Pesticides; Online Reporting Tool; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to develop an online reporting tool for restricted use pesticides. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
GABBARD, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki |
AGR/EEP, FIN |
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2495
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SB3012 SD1
DAB; Counties; Animal Importation; Proof of Sterilization; Documentation
RELATING TO ANIMAL IMPORTATION.
Requires, as a condition of entry into the State, documentation verifying that any dog or cat imported into the State has been surgically sterilized, subject to certain exemptions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to forward declarations of intact animal importation to appropriate county animal control agencies or contractors. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, RHOADS, Wakai |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB1594 |
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2496
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SB2805 SD2 HD1
Agricultural Investment Tax Credit
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes a nonrefundable income tax credit to incentivize significant investment in agricultural production and support the expansion of agricultural crops that take longer to become productive. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Sunsets 1/1/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/20/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 714). |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., Elefante |
AGR, FIN |
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2497
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SB2102 SD2 HD2
DAB; Hemp; Hemp-Derived Feed Ingredient; Commercial Feed; Rules
RELATING TO INDUSTRIAL HEMP.
Beginning 7/1/2026, authorizes the use of hemp or hemp-derived feed ingredients in commercial feed in the State, subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/29/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-29-26 11:20 AM; Conference Room 325. |
GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang, Fukunaga, Wakai |
AGR, CPC |
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2498
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SB2478 SD1
Constitutional Amendment; Green Amendment; Environmental Protection (ConAm)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE I OF THE HAWAII STATE CONSTITUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND PROTECT THE INHERENT AND INALIENABLE RIGHT OF ALL PEOPLE TO CLEAN WATER AND AIR, A HEALTHFUL ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE AND HEALTHY NATIVE ECOSYSTEMS AND BEACHES.
Proposes a constitutional amendment to ensure that the inherent and inalienable right of the people, including future generations, to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate and healthy native ecosystems and beaches, shall be protected and shall not be infringed. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
AEN, JDC/WAM |
HB1932 |
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2499
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SB2103 SD2
DAB; Pesticides; Buffer Zones; Restricted Use Pesticides; Consistent Unit of Measurement; Exemptions
RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to use consistent units of measurement in its summary to the public on the amounts of restricted use pesticides applied. Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a one-half mile buffer zone for pesticides around schools during normal school hours and state and county public parks. Establishes certain exemptions. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to AGR/EEP, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR/EEP, CPC |
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2500
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SB3233 SD1 HD2
DAB; ADC; State Agencies; Agricultural Workforce Housing Incentives; Agricultural Leases; State Procurement; Preferences; Report
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE HOUSING.
Requires state agencies that administer agricultural leases, licenses, development programs, or procurement involving agricultural products to award points or preferences to agricultural projects incorporating agricultural workforce housing. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to submit a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
DELA CRUZ, KIDANI |
AGR, HSG, FIN |
HB2495 |
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2501
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SB2678 SD1
Keiki Caucus; Judiciary; Child Welfare System; Legal Services for Youth; Working Group; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICES.
Establishes a working group within the Judiciary to improve family court processes, including access to legal representation for youth in the child welfare system. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
HB1565 |
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2502
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SB2461 SD1
Office of Elections; Digital Voter Information Guide; Candidates; Questionnaire
RELATING TO VOTER INFORMATION.
Requires the Office of Elections to prepare a questionnaire to which candidates may respond. Requires the Office of Elections to publish any responses provided by a candidate on its website and in the digital voter information guide no later than eighteen days before a primary election. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JDC, WAM |
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2503
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SB2645 SD3 HD1 CD1
Governor; Office of the State Fire Marshal; Fire Prevention; State Fire Code; State Fire and Life Special Fund; Inspections; State Facilities; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION.
Establishes the State Fire Code as the minimum statewide standard for fire safety. Prohibits the counties from adopting, amending, or enforcing any ordinance, rule, or code provision that is less restrictive than the State Fire Code. Establishes the State Fire and Life Safety Special Fund. Limits the frequency of fire and safety inspections at state facilities by the Office of the State Fire Marshal to no more than once every three years. Amends Act 302, SLH 2025, by replacing two full-time equivalent (2.0 FTE) positions for fire inspectors and three full-time equivalent (3.0 FTE) positions for fire investigators with four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) positions for assistant fire marshals. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
PBS, FIN |
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2504
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SB3247 SD1 HD3
DLNR; Mauna ʻAla; Royal Mausoleum Commission; Reports
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Establishes a Royal Mausoleum Commission within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop and implement policy for the preservation, operation, and outreach of Mauna ʻAla. Requires the Royal Mausoleum Commission to report annually to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 800). |
KANUHA, CHANG, INOUYE, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
HB2460 |
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2505
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SB2005 SD1 HD1
DLNR; BLNR; Conservation Banks
RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKING.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources and certain public or private entities to operate conservation banks, subject to approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources, for situations where a person or entity is required to provide compensatory mitigation to offset adverse impacts to threatened, endangered, candidate, or proposed species as part of an approved incidental take license and habitat conservation plan. Adds the Associate Director of the United States Geological Survey, Ecosystems Mission Area, to the membership of the Endangered Species Recovery Committee. Requires the Endangered Species Recovery Committee to review applications and proposals for conservation banks and conduct subsequent reviews and oversight. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and none excused (0). |
INOUYE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Kanuha, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
HB2204 |
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2506
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SB2022 SD1
State Water Code; CWRM; Penalties
RELATING TO STATE WATER CODE PENALTIES.
Adds a minimum penalty and maximum penalty per violation of the State Water Code. Authorizes the Commission on Water Resource Management to consider each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Establishes factors the CWRM must consider when determining the amount of the penalty. Increases maximum fines every 5 years from 2031 to 2046. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
WAL, JHA |
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2507
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SB2083 SD1
DLNR; State Historic Preservation Division; State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group; Historic Preservation; Reports
RELATING TO STATE-OWNED HISTORIC PROPERTIES AND INHERITED LANDS.
Establishes the State-Owned Historic Properties Preservation Plan Working Group within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to ensure the preservation of state-owned historic properties and inherited lands. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KIDANI, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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2508
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SB2128 SD2 HD1
Trespass; Hunting; Motor Vehicles; Firearms; Forfeiture; Fine
RELATING TO TRESPASS.
Provides that any person who uses their property, including firearms, hunting animals, or vehicles, to hunt on private land without the permission of the owner or occupier of the land shall be subject to a fine for a first offense and have their property be subject forfeiture to the State for a second or subsequent offense. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DECOITE, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Wakai |
AGR, JHA |
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2509
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SB2130 SD1
DLNR; Public Lands; Hunting Access; Public Hunting Areas; Report
RELATING TO HUNTING.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to identify public lands on each island of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, and Hawaii, that may be newly designated as public hunting areas for the hunting of game birds and game mammals without conflicting with other land uses. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
DECOITE, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY |
WLA, WAM |
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2510
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SB2240 SD2
Land Use Commission; Commission on Water Resources Management; District Boundary Amendment
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Requires any petitioner for a district boundary amendment to obtain a written statement from the Commission on Water Resources Management on water availability in the hydrologic unit or units where the parcel is located and provide that certification to the Land Use Commission. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
CHANG, KIDANI |
WAL, JHA |
HB1848 |
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2511
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SB2306 SD1
DLNR; Bureau of Conveyances; Land Court; Transaction Fees
RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE FEES.
Makes permanent, rather than repealing upon the adoption of relevant administrative rules, the Department of Land and Natural Resources' authority to establish a transaction fee for certain services rendered by the Bureau of Conveyances for each recording in the Bureau of Conveyances and Land Court. Amends the authorized uses of moneys in the Bureau of Conveyances Special Fund. Repeals language that required the Bureau of Conveyances' microfilm fees to be established by rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, WAM |
HB2544 |
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2512
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SB2547 SD1
Coastal Zone Management Act; Special Management Areas; Permitting; Requirements; Development; Excluded Activities; Public Infrastructure Improvement Projects; Exemption; Lahaina; Maui Wildfires
RELATING TO THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT.
Amends the definition of "development," as it pertains to coastal zone management, to exclude any state- or county-funded infrastructure improvement project that is exempted from an environmental assessment or determined as a finding of no significant impact under chapter 343, HRS. Applies only to zones established in Lahaina in the aftermath of the 2023 Maui wildfires that have been designated for reentry by the State or county of Maui as of January 1, 2026. Effective 7/1/2050. Sunsets 6/30/2029. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, MORIWAKI |
WLA, WAM |
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2513
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SB2603 SD1 HD1
State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra; State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; Designation; Funding; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
Designates the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra as the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Exempts state funds received by the State of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra from chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LEE, C., Lamosao |
CAA, FIN |
HB1860 |
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2514
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SB2756 HD1 CD1
DLNR; DOCARE; Hawaii Island Branch; Equipment; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CONSERVATION ENFORCEMENT.
Appropriates funds for equipment for the Hawaii Island Branch of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
EEP, FIN |
HB2018 |
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2515
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SB2782 SD1
Notary Public; Bureau of Conveyances; Fraudulently Notarized Recorded Instruments
RELATING TO NOTARIES PUBLIC.
Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to notify an affected party when any recorded instrument was purportedly fraudulently notarized, when attested to by the purported notary public. Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to allow an affected party to void the recorded instrument that was purportedly fraudulently notarized. Requires the Bureau of Conveyances to allow title holders to suspend additional recordings on their title, unless given prior authorization by the title holder, subject to certain limitations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
WLA, JDC |
HB1639 |
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2516
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SB2818 SD2 HD2 CD1
Boating and Ocean Recreation; Penalties
RELATING TO BOATING.
Clarifies the penalties for violations of boating and ocean recreation laws pursuant to chapter 200, HRS. Clarifies the violations that constitute unauthorized conduct. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Hashimoto |
WAL, JHA |
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2517
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SB2944 SD1 HD1
BLNR; Conservation; Environment; Wildlife; Viewing; Rules; Legislature; Reports
RELATING TO CONSERVATION.
Requires the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules that implement wildlife viewing guidelines that substantially conform to the wildlife viewing guidelines issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Requires annual reports to the Legislature until rules are adopted. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MCKELVEY |
WAL, JHA |
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2518
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SB2982 SD2 HD1
CSC; Campaign Finance; Foreign Entities; Foreign-Influenced Business Entities; Exemption; Cargo Carriers
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.
Prohibits foreign nationals, foreign corporations, and foreign-influenced business entities from making contributions, expenditures, electioneering communications, or donations for election purposes. Requires every for-profit business entity that contributes or expends funds in a state election to certify that the entity was not a foreign corporation or foreign-influenced business entity when the contribution or expenditure was made. Specifies that if the conditions that determine whether a business entity qualifies as a foreign‑influenced business entity are held unconstitutional by a final judgment, including all appeals, the Campaign Spending Commission is required to establish revised conditions that are constitutional. Requires noncandidate committees making only independent expenditures to obtain a statement of certification from each top contributor required to be listed in an advertisement avowing that no funds were derived from foreign nationals, foreign corporations, or foreign-influenced business entities. Exempts entities engaged in transporting cargo and subject to section 27 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
LEE, C., CHANG, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, Ihara, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
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2519
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SB2986 SD2
Land Use Commission; District Boundary Amendments; Substantial Commencement
RELATING TO THE LAND USE COMMISSION.
Authorizes the Land Use Commission to amend, revise, or modify a decision and order granting a district boundary amendment, or fine a petitioner, upon finding that a petitioner or its successors or assigns have not adhered to the conditions imposed by the Commission, regardless of whether there has been substantial commencement of use of the land. Defines "substantial commencement". Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C. |
WAL, JHA |
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2520
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SB3022 SD1 HD1
State Archives; Hawaii Leadership Awards Program
RELATING TO CULTURE AND ARTS.
Establishes the Hawaii Leadership Awards Program to honor individuals who have made considerable and outstanding contributions to the State and serve as inspirations to others. (HD1) |
(S)
4/22/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CAA, FIN |
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2521
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SB3031 SD1
Natural Resource Protection; Coastal Zone Management; Conveyance Tax; Beach Preservation and Restoration Special Fund; Special Subaccount; Property Acquisition
RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX.
Renames the Beach Restoration Special Fund as the Beach Preservation and Restoration Fund. Establishes the Special Subaccount of the Special Fund. Requires that all conveyance tax revenues collected from the conveyance or transfer of real property located in whole or in part in a sea level rise exposure area be deposited into the special subaccount of the Special Fund. Allows funds in the special subaccount of the Special Fund to be used to acquire property. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
LEE, C. |
WLA, WAM |
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2522
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SB3032 SD1 HD2
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Public Beaches; Sand Removal; Contractors; Penalties
RELATING TO BEACHES.
Clarifies that the prohibition on the mining or taking of beach or marine deposits, including sand, seaward from the shoreline applies to licensed and unlicensed contractors. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
WAL, JHA |
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2523
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SB3035 SD2
Real Property; Shoreline; Erosion; Disclosure
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS.
Requires a seller of real property adjacent to the shoreline, and the seller's agent, to disclose and include in all advertisements certain shoreline erosion issues related to the parcel. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, CPC, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C., CHANG, DECOITE, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha, Lamosao |
WAL, CPC |
HB2431 |
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2524
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SB3053 SD2 HD1
DOH; DLNR; Comprehensive Watershed-based Water Quality Monitoring Pilot Program; Waikele Watershed; Report; Mangrove Removal; 19th Senatorial District; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Health for the development and implementation of the Comprehensive Watershed-based Water Quality Monitoring Pilot Program for the Waikele Watershed. Requires report to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys to the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources for mangrove removal and shoreline and stream maintenance in the Nineteenth Senatorial District and nearby areas, including the West Loch and Middle Loch shorelines. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 762). |
LAMOSAO |
WAL, FIN |
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2525
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SB3288 SD1
DLNR; Country Club Apartment Building; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE COUNTRY CLUB APARTMENT BUILDING, HILO, HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to demolish and remove the Country Club Apartment Building and related structures and utilities located at 121 Banyan Drive, Hilo, Hawaii, on the parcel designated as tax map key: (3) 2-1-005:020. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, KANUHA, RICHARDS |
WLA, WAM |
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2526
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SB2435 SD1
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure; State Buildings; Retrofitting; Survey; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.
Establishes a State goal to retrofit state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready. Beginning 7/1/2027, requires the design of all new state building construction that includes parking to ensure that at least ten per cent of parking stalls are electric vehicle charger-ready. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office, in consultation with the Department of Accounting and General Services, Department of Transportation, and all other state agencies that own or manage state facilities that include parking, to conduct a survey and identify certain high-priority state facilities. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to assess the costs of, and install, retrofits and electric vehicle charging system at high priority state facilities. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, C., RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Moriwaki |
GVO/EIG, WAM |
HB1980 |
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2527
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SB2970 SD1 HD1
Code of Ethics; Prohibited Contracts; Principal State Department; Relatives and Household Members; Responsibility; Violations
RELATING TO STANDARDS OF CONDUCT.
Repeals the $10,000 value threshold for certain prohibited contracts involving legislators or employees. Prohibits state agencies from contracting to procure or dispose of goods or services, or for construction, with businesses owned, operated, or controlled by relatives or household members of department heads or deputy directors. Requires department heads, acting department heads, and deputy directors of principal state departments to ensure compliance with the Code of Ethics provision governing contracts and provides for liability for violations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Cochran voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, San Buenaventura |
JHA, FIN |
HB1885 |
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2528
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SB2938 SD1
HiEMA; State Search and Rescue Coordinator; Search and Rescue; Search and Rescue Special Fund; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SEARCH AND RESCUE.
Establishes the Office of the State Search and Rescue Coordinator within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Provides for the authority and duties of the State Search and Rescue Coordinator. Designates participating agencies and their duties with regard to state search and rescue operations and training. Establishes the Search and Rescue Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Requires the Administrator of Emergency Management to hire the Coordinator by 1/1/2027. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, Fukunaga |
GVO, WAM/JDC |
HB2439 |
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2529
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SB3110 SD1 HD2
Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Program; Civil-Military Program; Na Kula Alakaʻi; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemption
RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD.
Clarifies that employees of the Hawaii National Guard youth and adult educational programs are excluded from collective bargaining. Renames the "Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Program" to the "Hawaii National Guard Civil-Military Program" and codifies its Hawaiian name, "Na Kula Alakaʻi". Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
HB2291 |
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2530
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SB3251 SD2 HD1
ICE; DLE; DLNR; DoTax; ATG; Border Patrol; Law Enforcement; State Employment; Prohibition
RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Prohibits the Department of Law Enforcement, Department of Land and Natural Resources, Department of Taxation, and Department of the Attorney General from appointing or employing certain former United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement or Border Patrol agents and employees as law enforcement officers. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick, Shimizu voting no (6) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
LEE, C., RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Fukunaga, Wakai |
ECD, LAB, JHA |
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2531
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SB3322 SD2 HD2
DLE; State and Federal Collaboration; Civil Immigration Enforcement; Law Enforcement Officers; Law Enforcement Agencies; Written Policies; Detention; Civil Immigration Status
RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
Establishes provisions limiting state and federal collaboration for purposes of immigration enforcement operations. Requires state and county law enforcement agencies to establish and publicly post written policies regarding civil immigration enforcement. Prohibits law enforcement officers from initiating or prolonging a stop, detention, or arrest of a person for the purpose of determining the person's civil immigration status, except under certain circumstances. Prohibits state and county involvement in civil immigration enforcement activity in certain locations. Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to assist state and county agencies in maintaining compliance with the civil immigration enforcement policy. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
RHOADS, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Wakai |
ECD, JHA |
HB2540 |
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2532
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SB2068 SD1
OPSD; Affordable Housing; Land Inventory Task Force; Study; State Lands; County Lands; Transit-Oriented Development; Report; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Establishes the Affordable Housing Land Inventory Task Force within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to conduct a study, subject to legislative appropriation, on how to maximize housing development in transit-oriented development zones or other areas on state or county lands. Requires a report to the Legislature. Establishes a position. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Gabbard, Kanuha, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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2533
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SB2268 SD2 HD1 CD1
Equity; Universal Changing Accommodations; Public Accommodations; Public Entity Construction; Exemptions
RELATING TO EQUITY.
Requires all places of public accommodation and public entity construction projects planned and designed after 7/31/2027 to provide at least one universal changing accommodation within the building in a public restroom, with certain exceptions. Makes conforming amendments to sections 489-6, 489-7.5, and 489-8, HRS, to prevent conflicts among the provisions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
LAB, FIN |
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2534
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SB3046 SD1
DLIR; DOTAX; Nonrefundable Income Tax Credit; Workforce Builder Tax Credit; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INCOME TAX CREDIT.
Establishes a nonrefundable Workforce Builder Tax Credit for employers who employ qualified interns and apprentices, to be applied to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
LBT, WAM |
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2535
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SB2526 SD1
Hawaii Council of Mayors Package; Retirants; Employment
RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT OF RETIRANTS.
Authorizes the rehiring of retirants for positions that are unique and critical to operations. Limits the duration of each retirant's reemployment to four years. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LBT, WAM |
HB2080 |
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2536
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SB2231 SD1
DLIR; Department of Human Resources Development; Legislature; Judiciary; State Internship and Workforce Development Program; State Agencies; Eligibility; Applications; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Amends the State Internship and Workforce Development Program for the public sector by expanding the program to the Legislative and Judicial branches; limiting the internships to full-time placements of ten to eleven months; establishing eligibility criteria, application requirements, and selection preferences; and requiring the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to collaborate with coordinating agencies to promote the program and recruit eligible applicants. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
LBT, WAM |
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2537
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SB2448 SD2
Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images; Civil Remedies
RELATING TO THE DISCLOSURE OF INTIMATE IMAGES.
Enacts the Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act (Modified). Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2) |
(H)
3/19/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA |
HB1682 |
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2538
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SB2567 SD2 HD2 CD1
Judiciary Package; Public Employers; Public Servants; Harassment; Temporary Restraining Orders; Injunctions; Pilot Project
RELATING TO PETITIONS TO TEMPORARILY RESTRAIN AND ENJOIN HARASSMENT OF AN EMPLOYEE.
Establishes a two-year pilot project to authorize public employers to petition for temporary restraining orders and injunctions against employment-related harassment of certain public employees. Sunsets 6/30/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
HB2091 |
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2539
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SB3095 SD1 HD1
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.
Authorizes the Board of Trustees of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to establish appropriate salaries for the investment officers and investment analysts of the Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Gedeon, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Pierick voting no (3) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
HB2276 |
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2540
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SB3264 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund; 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 an assistant administrator of the Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, RICHARDS |
LAB, FIN |
HB2472 |
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2541
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SB3131 SD1 HD1 CD1
Private Secretary; Executive Assistant; Secretary; Administrative Assistant
RELATING TO PERSONNEL.
Updates state position titles in the Hawaii Revised Statutes by changing "private secretary" to "executive assistant" and "secretary" to "administrative assistant", where applicable. (CD1) |
(S)
5/7/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB |
HB2259 |
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2542
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SB3069 SD1 HD1 CD1
DAGS; Special Project Branch of the Public Works Division; Comptroller's Office; Information Technology Modernization Efforts; Civil Service; Collective Bargaining; Exemptions; Annual Reports
RELATING TO CIVIL SERVICE EXEMPT POSITIONS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
Part I: Makes conforming amendments to section 76-16(b), HRS, for positions the Department of Accounting and General Services is authorized to establish and fill pursuant to section 26‑6(b)(9), HRS, and requires annual reports to the Legislature. Part II: Authorizes DAGS to establish and fill up to 3 full-time equivalent positions within its Public Works Division's Special Project Branch that shall be exempt from civil service and collective bargaining requirements as part of the State's efforts to undertake unique and specialized public works projects and requires DAGS to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Part II: Sunsets 12/31/2031. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
LAB, FIN |
HB2249 |
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2543
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SB3180 SD1 HD1
DHRD; ERS; EUTF; Public Employment; Retirants; State and County Positions; 89-Day Contracts; Report
RELATING TO STATE EMPLOYMENT.
Establishes a five-year pilot program allowing retirants to be rehired for exempt service for one-year terms under certain circumstances. Provides that retirants employed under the program are excluded from the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund and will not experience an interruption of pension benefits. Requires an employer of a retirant under the program to contribute to the Employees' Retirement System. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to submit a report to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
MORIWAKI |
LAB, FIN |
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2544
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SB2119 SD1
Reimbursement; Public Employees; Travel Costs; Interest Owed
RELATING TO REIMBURSEMENT OF PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES.
Requires the State or a county to reimburse an officer or employee for work-related travel costs that the officer or employee loaned to the State or a county within 30 calendar days of submitting an approved Statement of Completed Travel with detailed expenditures and related receipts. Requires the State or a county to pay interest on a loan not reimbursed within 30 days until the loan is fully reimbursed. Obligates an officer or employee to request a complete refund from the travel vendor for travel not taken through no fault of their own, and entitles an officer or employee to reimbursement from the State or a county when a travel vendor offers no or a partial refund. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1663 |
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2545
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SB2137 SD1
DHRD; Civil Service Positions; State Departments, Divisions, and Agencies; Recruitment and Hiring; Rules
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
Beginning 7/1/2027, authorizes state departments, divisions, and agencies to elect to assume hiring and recruitment functions from the Department of Human Resources Development for vacant civil service positions within that department, division, or agency under certain conditions. Requires the Department of Human Resources Development to adopt rules. Repeals existing law authorizing state departments, divisions, and agencies to conduct minimum qualification review of applicants for their vacant civil service positions. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
ELEFANTE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
LBT/GVO, WAM |
HB1657 |
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2546
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SB2209 SD1
Rental Discrimination; Income; Attorneys' Fees
RELATING TO RENTAL DISCRIMINATION.
Allows the court to award attorneys' fees to a prevailing party in an action relating to discriminatory practices in a rental transaction based on source of income. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KIDANI, RICHARDS, Elefante, San Buenaventura |
CPN, JDC |
HB1646 |
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2547
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SB2180 SD1
Banks; Loans; Housing; Director of Finance; State Treasury Depository
RELATING TO DEPOSITS OF PUBLIC FUNDS.
Requires the Director of Finance to consider, before the selection of a depository for the state treasury, the beneficial effects to the State of using depositories within the State, including but not limited to lending at favorable terms for the creation of certain affordable housing units. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
CPN/HOU, WAM |
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2548
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SB2949 SD1
DCCA; Insurance; Ombudsman's Office for Homeowners Insurance; Dispute Intervention; Complaints and Enforcement Officers; Intake Specialists; Special Fund; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Establishes the Ombudsman's Office for Homeowners Insurance within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes the Ombudsman's Office for Homeowners Insurance Special Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, DECOITE, FEVELLA |
CPN, WAM |
HB2440 |
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2549
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SB2431 SD1
Department of Taxation; Health Insurance; Health Savings Account-Eligible High Deductible Health Plan; Bronze Plan; Catastrophic Plan; Tax Credit; Medically Underserved Areas
RELATING TO HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTS.
For taxable years beginning 1/1/2026, establishes a tiered nonrefundable tax credit for qualified taxpayer insurers that offer one or more federally qualified health savings account-eligible high deductible health plans in the State, under certain conditions, and increasing the tax credit to incentivize more plans being written for residents in rural medically underserved areas of the State. Requires qualified taxpayer insurers to match up to a certain amount of a policyholder's first-time contribution into a health savings account. Sunsets 12/31/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB1547 |
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2550
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SB2410 SD1
AG; Electronic Smoking Devices; E-Liquids; Marketing Granted Order; Directory; Penalties
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires electronic smoking device and e-liquid manufacturers to certify to the Department of Attorney General annually that the manufacturer received a Marketing Granted Order from the federal Food and Drug Administration and that the manufacturer is in compliance with federal regulations and state laws. Requires the Department to compile and make public a directory of all electronic smoking device and e-liquid manufacturers and products duly certified. Establishes penalties for manufacturers that fail to comply with the certification requirements and for other parties that sell products that are not in the directory. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, RHOADS, Wakai |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1573 |
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2551
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SB3199 SD1 HD1
JABSOM; Mental Health; Emerging Therapies; Task Force; Reports
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes the Mental Health Emerging Therapies Task Force within the University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine to prepare the State for the integration of breakthrough therapies, expansion of pathways for clinical trials and clinical research, and development of policy recommendations for safe, ethical, and culturally informed implementation of emerging therapies. Requires reports to the Legislature. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(S)
4/29/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 3:15PM; Conference Room 329. |
LEE, C. |
HLT, FIN |
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2552
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SB3245 SD1 HD1 CD1
DHS; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Minimum Certification Periods; Elderly Simplified Application Project; Reports
RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Requires the Department of Human Services to adjust the minimum certification periods for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits households, participate in the Elderly Simplified Application Project, and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2028. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HSH, FIN |
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2553
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SB2274
DLE; Medical Cannabis; Medical Records; Inspection; Repeal
RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Repeals statutory language that currently authorizes the Department of Law Enforcement to: (1) inspect a qualifying medical cannabis patient's medical records held by the health provider who issued a written certification for the qualifying patient; and (2) suspend or revoke a health provider's ability to issue written certification for medical cannabis if the provider refuses the foregoing inspection, or if the medical records do not comply with the medical use of cannabis law. |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, Gabbard, Richards |
HHS, JDC |
HB1856 |
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2554
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SB2277 SD1 HD1
SHPDA; Health Care; Hospitals; Price Transparency; Consumer Protection; Federal Requirements
RELATING TO HOSPITAL PRICE TRANSPARENCY.
Requires each hospital licensed in the State to provide an annual attestation to the State Health Planning and Development Agency that the hospital is in compliance with federal hospital price transparency requirements. Permits patients to file a counterclaim against debt collection actions filed by hospitals to determine if the hospital is in compliance with federal hospital price transparency requirements. Requires hospitals to provide patients with an easy-to-understand itemized bill statement before initiating a debt collection action against a patient. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, Hashimoto |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
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2555
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SB2175 SD2 HD2 CD1
Waste Management; Disposable Electronic Smoking Devices; Sale, Offer for Sale, Distribution; Prohibition; Penalties
RELATING TO DISPOSABLE ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES.
Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution for sale of any disposable electronic smoking devices in the State. Establishes penalties. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, RHOADS, Fukunaga, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HLT, CPC |
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2556
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SB2080 SD1
DCCA; Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT); Adoption; Rules
RELATING TO THE PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT.
Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact to regulate the practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person, face-to-face practice of psychology by psychologists across state boundaries in the performance of their psychological practice. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Implementation effective January 1, 2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/18/2026- The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
KANUHA, CHANG, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB1704 |
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2557
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SB2799 SD1
DHHL; DLNR; DOH; Kalaupapa Settlement; Transfer; Report
RELATING TO THE KALAUPAPA SETTLEMENT.
Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and Department of Land and Natural Resources, in consultation with the Department of Health, to submit to the Legislature a report on the plan for the transfer of powers and duties of Kalaupapa Settlement prior to the Regular Session of 2027. (SD1) |
(H)
3/17/2026- The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Elefante, Ihara, Lamosao, Wakai |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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2558
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SB2491 SD1
Health Care; Qualified Health Care Providers; Health Care Providers; Scope of Practice; Access to Health Care; Licensure; Certification; Education; Insurance; Professions and Vocations; Pain Patient's Bill of Rights; Uniform Probate Code; Children; Medical Care for Minors; Capacity Determinations; Child Protective Act; Penal Code
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.
Establishes a broad definition of "qualified health care provider" in numerous areas of existing law. Clarifies and standardizes references to specific health care providers. Updates outdated language to reflect correct terminology. Makes numerous clarifying and conforming amendments to support these changes, including but not limited to chapters related to health, education, insurance, professions and vocations, the pain patient's bill of rights, the Uniform Probate Code, minors, the Child Protective Act, and the Penal Code. Repeals the obsolete Hawaii Health Corps. Effective 1/30/2050. Implementation effective 7/1/2028. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FEVELLA, Lamosao, San Buenaventura |
HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM |
HB1857 |
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2559
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SB2310 SD1
DAB; Kainahola Stream; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds for the removal of overgrown vegetation from the Kainahola Stream drainageway. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
HB2113 |
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2560
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SB2489 SD1 HD1
DAB; Invasive Species; Lease Provisions
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Requires each lease that the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity enters into, renews, or extends to include provisions stating that the Department may: (1) enter the leased premises; (2) order or otherwise require the lessee to maintain control of any invasive species on the leased premises; and (3) terminate the lease for refusal or violation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
AGR, JHA |
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2561
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SB2925 SD1 HD2
DAB; Taxation; Natural Management of Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Tax Credit; Appropriation
RELATING TO COCONUT TREES.
Establishes an income tax credit for qualified costs to implement natural management of coconut rhinoceros beetles that result in consumable coconut trees. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
GABBARD, KEOHOKALOLE, RICHARDS |
AGR, ECD, FIN |
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2562
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SB2709 SD1
DAB; Akamai Arrival Program; State of Hawaii Biosecurity Declaration; Enforcement
RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to enforce the Akamai Arrival Program. Requires DAB to strengthen enforcement of plant and non-domestic animal quarantine and microorganism importations. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
AEN/TRS, WAM |
HB2550 |
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2563
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SB17 SD2 HD1
OSFM; Wildfire Mitigation Working Group; Fire Marshal; Report; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO WILDFIRE MITIGATION.
Establishes the Wildfire Mitigation Working Group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires the Office of the State Fire Marshal to provide administrative support to the working group. Appropriates funds. Revises the appropriations made by Act 302, SLH 2025. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
INOUYE |
WAL, FIN |
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2564
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SB2227 SD1
HPHA; DLNR; State Rent Supplement Program; State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund; Bureau of Conveyances; Land Court; Transaction Taxes; Repeal; Positions; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO RENTAL ASSISTANCE.
Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to award monthly rent supplement payments on behalf of qualified tenants under the State Rent Supplement Program prioritizing certain tenants, including kupuna. Authorizes the HPHA to enter into memoranda of agreement for rental supplement payments with the counties or specialized nonprofit organizations. Amends provisions relating to the State Rent Supplement Program. Establishes the State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to assess a transaction tax for each applicable recording in the Office of the Assistant Registrar of the Land Court or the Bureau of Conveyances to be deposited into the State Rent Supplement Program Special Fund. Repeals the existing separate State Rent Supplement Program for Kupuna. Establishes four full-time equivalent (4.0 FTE) permanent public housing specialist II positions and one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent public housing specialist IV position within the Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, ELEFANTE, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, Richards, San Buenaventura |
HOU/WLA, WAM |
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2565
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SB2887 SD1
Income Tax Credit; Hawaiian Home Lands; Agricultural Investment Costs
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
For taxable years beginning after 1/1/2027, establishes a nonrefundable income tax credit for certain agricultural investment costs incurred for agricultural activities conducted on Hawaiian home lands. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS |
AEN/HWN, WAM |
HB2017 |
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2566
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SB2006 SD2
Agriculture; Agricultural Districts; Zoning; Farm Dwellings; Accessory Employee Housing
RELATING TO FARM EMPLOYEE HOUSING.
Clarifies that a "farm dwelling" permitted in an agricultural district includes a single-family farm dwelling with an accessory employee housing structure, subject to certain restrictions. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HSG/WAL, AGR, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, GABBARD, KANUHA, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSG/WAL, AGR, JHA |
HB1737 |
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2567
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SB2941
Disposable Bodyboards; Prohibition; Penalty
RELATING TO DISPOSABLE BODYBOARDS.
Prohibits the sale, rental, or distribution of disposable bodyboards in the State. Establishes penalties. |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to CPN/JDC. |
MCKELVEY |
AEN, CPN/JDC |
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2568
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SB2112 SD1
Additives in Food; Petroleum-Based Synthetic Food Dyes; Synthetic Chemicals; Prohibited
RELATING TO ADDITIVES IN FOOD.
Beginning January 1, 2027, bans the manufacture, sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any food for human consumption that contains petroleum-based synthetic food dyes and synthetic chemical additives. (SD1) |
(S)
2/24/2026- Re-Referred to AEN, CPN/WAM. |
GABBARD, KIDANI, Fukunaga |
AEN, CPN/WAM |
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2569
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SB2426 SD1
DLNR; Non-Chemical Sunscreen Dispensers; State Beaches; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to contract or form a partnership with private parties to assist with the maintenance and management of sunscreen dispensers at all state beaches, as well as publicize that the mineral-based sunscreen in these dispensers is more protective of the coral reefs of the State. Appropriates funds for the installation, maintenance, management, and operation of non-chemical sunscreen dispensers on all state beaches. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, MCKELVEY |
AEN/WLA, WAM |
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2570
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SB3230 SD2 HD1
DAGS; Procurement; Project Management Services; Budget Transfers; Certification; Fiscal Officers; Public Works Division; Special Project Branch; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.
Authorizes governmental bodies and public employees to procure project management services through non-governmental third-party contracts under certain conditions. Appropriates funds to establish a Special Project Branch within the Public Works Division of the Department of Accounting and General Services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, KIDANI, Elefante |
LAB, FIN |
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2571
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SB3249 SD1
Procurement; Protests; Administrative Proceedings; Cash or Protest Bonds; Forfeiture
RELATING TO PROCUREMENT PROTESTS.
Requires the forfeiture of half of the cash or protest bond for review of procurement-related disputes if the initiating party does not prevail in an administrative proceeding and the Office of Administrative Hearings finds that the appeal was made in bad faith. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to FIN, referral sheet 17 |
MORIWAKI |
FIN |
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2572
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SB3082 SD1 HD1 CD1
Military Families; Family Leave; Qualifying Military Exigency
RELATING TO MILITARY FAMILIES.
Authorizes an eligible employee to take family leave for a qualifying military exigency under state law. (CD1) |
(S)
4/30/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
PBS, LAB, FIN |
HB2263 |
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2573
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SB2935 SD1
GET; Exemptions; Feminine Hygiene Products
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.
Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income from feminine hygiene products. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
MCKELVEY, FEVELLA, LAMOSAO |
HHS, WAM |
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2574
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SB3025 SD2 HD3 CD1
Office of Wellness and Resilience; Medical Debt Acquisition and Forgiveness Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAL DEBT.
Requires the Office of Wellness and Resilience to develop, implement, and administer a Medical Debt Acquisition and Forgiveness Program to acquire and forgive outstanding medical debt for residents of the State, subject to the availability of program funds. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C., KEOHOKALOLE |
HSH/HLT, CPC, FIN |
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2575
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SB2339 SD1
State Building Code Council; Department of Accounting and General Services; Membership; Building Industry Association of Hawaii; General Contractors Association of Hawaii; Labor
RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
Makes both the representative of the Building Industry Association of Hawaii and the representative of the General Contractors Association of Hawaii permanent standing members of the State Building Code Council, instead of members who alternate terms every 4 years. Adds members representing the Plumbers and Fitters United Association, Local 675 and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1186 to the State Building Code Council. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO, CHANG, FEVELLA, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Kanuha |
WAL, JHA |
HB1712 |
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2576
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SB2422 SD1
HHFDC; DOT; Pro-Housing Score Program; Counties; Reports; Transit-Supportive Density; Transit-Oriented Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOUSING.
Establishes the Pro-Housing Score Program to evaluate each county's performance in expanding housing opportunities and reducing regulatory barriers. Requires the counties to publish their respective pro-housing scores online and the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to publish certain related information and data on a public dashboard. Establishes criteria for deeming a county noncompliant. Establishes builder's remedies for certain housing projects in transit-oriented development areas. Specifies that if a county is deemed noncompliant, the planning director or an equivalent county officer responsible for land use approvals shall be responsible for approving or denying certain affordable housing development applications. Establishes procedures for certain transit-oriented development housing project appeals. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG |
HOU/EIG/WLA, WAM |
HB1922 |
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2577
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SB3262 SD1 HD1 CD1
HTSB; BOE; Executive Director; Appointment; Advice and Consent
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires that the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board submit three nominees for its Executive Director to the Board of Education. Requires the Board of Education to appoint an Executive Director from the nominees on the list, subject to advice and consent of the Senate. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KIM, CHANG, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, Wakai |
EDN, JHA |
HB2418 |
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2578
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SB2261 SD1 HD2
Huli Au Ola; Physician and Dentist Retention; Molokai; Study; Grant; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires Huli Au Ola to conduct a study on physician and dentist recruitment and retention to be located on and serve the island of Molokai. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
DECOITE, KIDANI, Kanuha, Kim |
HLT, FIN |
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2579
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SB3062 SD2 HD1
UH; Libraries; Liquor; License; Exemption; Alcohol; Learning; Education; Limited Purposes
RELATING TO LIQUOR.
Provides that the University of Hawaii and its campuses and state libraries may utilize liquor in certain educational settings without obtaining liquor licenses, subject to certain limitations. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Reyes Oda, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
HED/EDN, CPC |
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2580
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SB2550 SD1 HD1
School Facilities Authority; School Modernization Initiative; Capital Improvement Project Planning Database ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL MODERNIZATION.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a school modernization initiative through a capital improvement project planning database for school facilities statewide. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday 05-01-26 5:00PM in conference room 229. |
HASHIMOTO |
EDN, FIN |
HB1778 |
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2581
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SB3116 SD1
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. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDU, WAM |
HB2297 |
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2582
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SB3118 SD1 HD2
Department of Education; Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children
RELATING TO THE INTERSTATE COMPACT ON EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR MILITARY CHILDREN.
Updates references to the United States Code in the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. (HD2) |
(H)
5/5/2026- Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 814). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EDN, PBS, JHA |
HB2299 |
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2583
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SB3024 SD1
AG; Sex-Based Harassment; Sex Discrimination; Retaliation; Title IX; Protections; Comprehensive Legal Review
RELATING TO SEX-BASED DISCRIMINATION.
Clarifies and strengthens the State's protections against sex-based harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation that occur in public schools, public charter schools, or at the University of Hawaii, including discrimination based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions. Establishes procedures for investigations and decision-making. Requires mandatory reporting by certain employees. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to conduct a comprehensive legal review. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
EDU, JDC/WAM |
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2584
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SB2802 SD1 HD1 CD1
UH; Agricultural Sciences; Bachelor's Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to establish a bachelor's degree program in agricultural science at the University of Hawaii-West Oahu; to fund one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position; and for supplies and equipment to support the programs. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., Wakai |
HED, FIN |
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2585
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SB3050 SD1
UH; Maritime Youth Apprenticeship Pathway Program; Study; Honolulu Community College; Workforce Development; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A MARITIME YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAY PROGRAM.
Requires Honolulu Community College, in partnership with state agencies and maritime employers, to conduct a study and develop a plan for a statewide Maritime Youth Apprenticeship Pathway Program for individuals ages 16 to 24. Requires a report to the Legislature with recommendations on program structure, resource needs, proposed legislation and implementation options. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA |
EDU, WAM |
HB2416 |
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2586
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SB3286 SD1 HD1
University of Hawaii System; Facilities and Student Housing; Master Plan; Reports; Appropriation
RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Requires the University of Hawaii to develop a facilities and student housing master plan. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:50PM in Conference Room 229. |
HASHIMOTO |
HED, FIN |
HB2518 |
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2587
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SB2320 SD1 HD1
UH; DOE; DAB; ADC; DLIR; Farmers; Agricultural Careers; Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program; Regional Hubs; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Establishes the Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program to create career pipelines in the fields of agriculture and agricultural technology. Requires the University of Hawaii to collaborate with the Department of Education, Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Agribusiness Development Corporation, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, and appropriate community organizations to develop and administer the program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:20PM in Conference Room 229. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AGR, HED, FIN |
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2588
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SB3192 SD1
DOH; Emergency; Healthcare; Licenses; Waivers; Reports
RELATING TO EMERGENCY HEALTHCARE LICENSURE WAIVERS.
Authorizes the waiver of certain healthcare worker licensure requirements during emergencies. Requires the Department of Health to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
FUKUNAGA |
PSM, CPN/JDC |
HB2552 |
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2589
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SB2698 SD2 HD1
DOT; TAT; Cruise Ships; Passenger Head Fee; Cruise Ship Special Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to assess a per passenger head fee against cruise ships docking in the State's commercial harbors in addition to existing port user fees. Establishes the Cruise Ship Special Fund. Repeals existing law imposing the Transient Accommodations Tax on cruise ships, effective retroactive to 1/1/2026. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/23/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 816). |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, TOU, FIN |
HB2195 |
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2590
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SB2882 SD1
DAGS; HI-EMA; Hurricane Preparedness; Category 5; State Buildings; Shelters; Lead Agency; Rules
RELATING TO STATE BUILDINGS.
Requires certain state buildings with the intent of serving a secondary purpose as an emergency shelter and designed on or after July 1, 2027, to be designed to withstand Category 5 hurricanes and be used as shelters in the event of an emergency. Designates the Department of Accounting and General Services as the lead agency in enforcing this requirement in consultation with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Requires the Department to adopt rules. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
GVO/PSM, WAM |
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2591
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SB3191 SD1
Department of Water Safety and Drowning Prevention; Establishment; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO A DEPARTMENT OF WATER SAFETY AND DROWNING PREVENTION.
Establishes the Department of Water Safety and Drowning Prevention. Establishes the position of Director of Water Safety and Drowning Prevention. Establishes the position of Deputy Director of Water Safety and Drowning Prevention. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
FUKUNAGA |
GVO/PSM, WAM/JDC |
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2592
|
SB2932 SD1
State Buildings; State Building Construction; Hawaii State Building Code; Universal Changing Accommodations; New Construction; Improvements; Renovation; Family Restrooms; Public Restrooms
RELATING TO STATE FACILITIES.
Requires all state building construction begun on or after 7/1/2028 to provide at least one universal changing accommodation in each public restroom designated as a family or assisted-use restroom, unless technically infeasible. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., RHOADS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
GVO/HHS, CPN/WAM |
HB2389 |
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2593
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SB2543 SD2 HD2 CD1
DAGS; DOE; Office of the State Construction Manager; Pilot Program; Design Review Special Fund; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO STATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
Establishes a five-year Office of the State Construction Manager Pilot Program to provide guidance and recommendations on the design review of certain state construction projects that are administered by the Department of Accounting and General Services or Department of Education and located in any county with a population of less than 500,000. Requires the Office to assign employees to the Department of Public Works of each applicable county to review and approve permit applications under the Pilot Program. Establishes the Design Review Special Fund. Appropriates funds for the Pilot Program and necessary positions. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI |
LAB, WAL, FIN |
HB2514 |
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2594
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SB2981 HD1
Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements; Prohibited
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Beginning 7/1/2027, prohibits counties from imposing minimum parking mandates for certain developments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with Representative(s) Amato, Cochran, Shimizu, Takenouchi, Tam voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Marten, Olds, Reyes Oda, Souza voting no (7) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
LEE, C. |
HSG, WAL, JHA |
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2595
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SB3033 SD1
DLNR; Coastal Zone Management; Imminently Threatened Beach Structures; Beach Structure Owners; Petition; Review
RELATING TO COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT.
Allows public petition to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for review of the integrity of beach structures. Requires the Department to recommend the applicable county agency to order the owner of any beach structure determined to be imminently threatened to resolve, mitigate, and plan for the harmful effects of the beach structure. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C. |
WAL, JHA |
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2596
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SB3028 SD2 HD2
Conveyance Tax; Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Subaccount; Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund; Infrastructure Funding; County-Designated Transit-Oriented Development; Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund; Appropriation
RELATING TO PROPERTY CONVEYANCE.
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. Establishes the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Subaccount within the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax collections to the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Subaccount and Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Establishes and appropriates funds out of the Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 5:50PM in Conference Room 016.
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LEE, C. |
HSG, FIN |
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2597
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SB2061 SD2 HD2 CD1
HCDA; Affordable Housing; Ninety-Nine Year Leasehold Program; Condominium Units; Owner‑Occupied Residential Use
RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS.
Clarifies the Ninety-Nine Year Leasehold Program by: (1) allowing the Hawaii Community Development Authority to prohibit renting, advertising for rent, or using for any other purpose other than owner-occupied residential use a residential condominium unit, by rule, rather than statutorily; (2) exempting the design, development, and construction contracts from procurement requirements, subject to prevailing wage requirements for laborers and mechanics; (3) requiring HCDA to adopt rules to implement an initial sales period during which residential condominium units are offered only to eligible buyers for owner-occupied residential use; (4) authorizing the sale of a residential condominium unit that is not subject to an income restriction and was not sold within a certain period to be sold to other buyers, as determined by rule by HCDA, without an owner-occupancy requirement; (5) requiring HCDA to adopt rules that require at least sixty per cent of residential condominium units to be income restricted; and (6) requiring HCDA to establish rules to require buyback pricing similar to other state agencies' existing pricing formulas. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KIDANI, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura |
HSG, CPC |
HB1722 |
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2598
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SB3327 SD1
HCDA; Housing; Community Planning and Development; Quality of Life
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Requires the Hawaii Community Development Authority, when planning and developing housing, to plan for complete communities that include various aspects supporting quality of life. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/3/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
LEE, C. |
WLA/HOU, WAM |
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2599
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SB1301 SD1
Historic Preservation; Surveys; Archaeological Permits; Practice of Archaeology; SHPD Review; Historic Property; Burials; Island Burial Councils
RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Establishes conditions under which archaeological inventory surveys and reconnaissance surveys are required. Establishes conditions under which archaeological permits may be issued and revoked and the practice of archaeology may be temporarily revoked. Modifies the composition and operations of island burial councils. Modifies procedures upon the inadvertent discovery of burial sites. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
WLA/HWN, JDC |
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2600
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SB2002 SD2 HD1
DLNR; CWRM; Working Group
RELATING TO WATER.
Establishes within the Department of Land and Natural Resources a working group to evaluate and make recommendations regarding the governance and structure of the Commission on Water Resource Management to ensure that it effectively fulfills its constitutional public trust responsibilities while maintaining operational efficiency and implementation capacity. Sunsets the working group on 1/1/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
INOUYE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, MCKELVEY |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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2601
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SB2475 SD1
Red Hill Remediation Special Fund; Remediation; Monitoring and Testing; Groundwater Modeling and Sampling; Water Data Testing and Verification; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO RED HILL.
Appropriates funds for studies on remediation of substances released from the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility; environmental monitoring and testing; research on groundwater modeling and sampling; and independent testing and verification of water data, to be published on a public dashboard. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to seek reimbursement from the United States Department of Defense. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD, CHANG, ELEFANTE, KEOHOKALOLE, Moriwaki, Wakai |
WLA/PSM, WAM/JDC |
HB1926 |
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2602
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SB2078 SD1
DLNR; Aquarium Fishing; Fine Increase; Rules
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Clarifies that rules adopted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources pursuant to section 190-3, HRS, may regulate aquarium fish permits. Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
KANUHA |
WAL, JHA |
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2603
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SB2692 SD1
BLNR; DLNR; Public Land; Grand Naniloa Golf Course; Banyan Drive; Acquisition of Leasehold; Eminent Domain; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire, through eminent domain or otherwise, the leasehold interest in the parcel identified as tax map key: (3) 2-1-001:012 and currently used as the Grand Naniloa Golf Course. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve a new use for the parcel after providing an opportunity for public testimony. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
INOUYE, LEE, C. |
WLA, WAM |
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2604
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SB2916 SD1
State Archives; New Facility; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STATE ARCHIVES.
Appropriates funds for the planning, designing, environmental studies, site evaluation and selection studies, and permitting conducted relative to a new facility for the State Archives. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
WLA, WAM |
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2605
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SB2918 SD1
HCDA; Community Action Center; Chinatown; City and County of Honolulu; Matching Funds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Requires the Hawaii Community Development Authority to establish a Community Action Center in Chinatown. Expenditure contingent upon the City and County of Honolulu providing matching funds. Appropriation. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA |
WLA, WAM |
HB2220 |
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2606
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SB2979 SD1
DLNR; Community Co-Management Agreements; Community-Based Organizations; Disposal of State Lands
RELATING TO COMMUNITY CO-MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources and community-based organizations to enter into community co-management agreements concerning state lands by direct negotiation without recourse to public auction. Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to dispose of state land through community co-management agreements. Establishes qualifications for community-based organizations that may enter into community co-management agreements. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, San Buenaventura |
WLA, JDC |
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2607
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SB3007 SD2 HD1 CD1
Office of Community Culture, Arts, and Innovation; DBEDT; Establishment; Positions; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CULTURE AND ARTS.
Establishes the Office of Community Culture, Arts, and Innovation within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for administrative purposes only. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for an Executive Director position and Specialist position within the Office of Community Culture, Arts, and Innovation. Establishes the Community and Cultural Partnership Program. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C. |
CAA, FIN |
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2608
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SB3019 SD2 HD1
DCCA; Event Ticket Sales Practices; Ticket Scalping; Prohibited; Rules
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits the sale of tickets at a price at least ten per cent more than the primary sale price charged by the primary venue ticket provider for events held in the State. Authorizes the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to impose fines for any violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Reyes Oda voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
LEE, C. |
CAA, CPC |
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2609
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SB3029 SD1 HD2 CD1
HCDA; Counties; DOH; Summer Streets Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
Requires each county, in collaboration with the Hawaii Community Development Authority, 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. Authorizes each county to consult with the Department of Health. Requires each county to submit an initial proposal to HCDA. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C., CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, RHOADS |
TRN, FIN |
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2610
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SB3311 SD1
DLNR; Strengthen Hawaii Homes Program; Fire Mitigation; Grants; Rules; Single-Family Homes; Long-Term Rental Properties; Residential Property Owners; Insurance; Contractors; Assessors; Mitigation Projects; Strengthen Hawaii Homes Revolving Fund; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE STRENGTHEN HAWAII HOMES PROGRAM.
Establishes the Strengthen Hawaii Homes Program under the Department of Land and Natural Resources to award grants for qualified mitigation projects to mitigate against loss from fire. Provides eligibility criteria for residential property owners to receive grants and guidelines for contractors and assessors to perform work on mitigation projects. Establishes the Strengthen Hawaii Homes Revolving Fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
MCKELVEY, CHANG, FEVELLA, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Richards |
WLA, WAM/JDC |
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2611
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SB2738 SD1
Department of Taxation; Taxation; Corporations; Combined Reporting; State-by-State Reporting; Penalties
RELATING TO TAX HAVEN ABUSE.
Effective 1/1/2028, requires corporations to include in their income the income of all foreign subsidiaries to the State; applies the State's apportionment formula to determine the share of reported profits subject to the appropriate tax, which shall be deposited into the state general fund; and requires corporations to report all profits, losses, revenues, and inter-company transactions made and all taxes paid in other states. Establishes penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RHOADS |
CPN/JDC, WAM |
HB2149 |
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2612
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SB2497 SD2 HD1
PUC; Electric Utilities; Bill Impact Analyses; Customer Transparency; Ratepayers; Reports
RELATING TO ELECTRIC ENERGY.
Requires electric utilities, excluding electric cooperatives, to maintain an online bill impact analysis tool for electric generation projects that provides full disclosure to ratepayers of the top-level assumptions used to calculate the per-project impact on customer bills. Requires electric utilities to submit an annual report to the Public Utilities Commission. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with Representative(s) Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, LEE, C., San Buenaventura |
EEP, CPC |
HB2243 |
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2613
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SB3238 SD1 HD1 CD1
UH; Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program; Positions; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO LANGUAGE ACCESS.
Establishes a Language Access Education and Workforce Development Program at the University of Hawaii. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LAMOSAO, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, LEE, C., San Buenaventura, Wakai |
HED, FIN |
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2614
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SB2548 SD1
School Facilities Authority; Department of Education; Deferred Maintenance; Districts; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish geographically based capital improvement project districts for the localized management of deferred maintenance. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
HASHIMOTO |
EDN, FIN |
HB2345 |
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2615
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SB3047 SD1
DOE; BOE; Financial Literacy Instruction; Curriculum Integration; Professional Development; Public Schools; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO FINANCIAL LITERACY.
Requires the Department of Education to implement financial literacy instruction into existing courses in public high schools that have sufficient overlap with financial literacy program standards beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. Requires the Board of Education to provide professional development to teachers. Authorizes the Board of Education to adopt rules. Appropriates funds. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
KANUHA |
EDN, FIN |
HB2470 |
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2616
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SB237 SD1
Adaptation Pathways; Adaptation Planning for Residential and Resort Shoreline Development; Sea Level Rise Exposure Area; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ADAPTATION PATHWAYS PLANNING.
Expands the authority of the State and counties to develop adaptation pathways plans to modify and relocate infrastructure away from critically threatened areas to locations outside sea level rise and coastal flooding exposure areas. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, San Buenaventura |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB1245 |
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2617
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SB1178 SD1
DLNR; Carbon Sequestration; Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION INCENTIVES.
Codifies and makes permanent the Hawaii Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program under the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
HB975 |
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2618
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SB1190 SD1
Department of Land and Natural Resources; Hawaii Invasive Species Council; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to support its initiatives to control and eradicate invasive species in the State. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, MCKELVEY, RHOADS, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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2619
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SB2019 SD1
DAB; DLNR; Non-Agricultural Park Lands; Transfer; Easements
RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.
Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to request information related to easements prior to any transfer of certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to obtain approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity before pasture lands are removed for reforestation or other public purposes. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
INOUYE, FEVELLA, Moriwaki |
WLA/AEN, JDC |
HB2377 |
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2620
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SB2322 SD1
Environmental Assessment; Environmental Impact Statement; Requirement; Significant Historic Properties; Traditional Cultural Properties or Places
RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS.
Requires that an environmental assessment be conducted and an environmental impact statement be prepared for any proposed use within historic properties designated by the Hawaii or National Register of Historic Places, important to native Hawaiian people or to another ethnic group of the State, or determined to be eligible as a traditional cultural property or place on the National Register of Historic Places. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to EEP, WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, San Buenaventura |
EEP, WAL, JHA |
HB1544 |
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2621
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SB2488 SD1
DLNR; DAB; HISC; Executive Director; Appropriation; Report ($)
RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
Establishes the position of the Hawaii Invasive Species Council Executive Director. Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, rather than the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, for the HISC for fiscal year 2026-2027. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara |
WLA/AEN, WAM |
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2622
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SB3014 HD1
Turtles; Honu; Take; Handling; Harassment; Fines; Increase
RELATING TO WILDLIFE.
Increases the fines for taking or harassing protected turtles in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/24/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Garrett, Quinlan excused (2). |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA |
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2623
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SB3043 SD1
DLNR; Hunting; Feral Pigs; Game Mammals; Animal Cruelty; Dog Welfare Standards
RELATING TO HUNTING.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to adopt rules regarding safe and humane hunting practices of feral pigs and hunting dog welfare standards. Establishes requirements for the hunter education program instruction. Includes the use of dogs to torture wildlife or game mammals as torture in the second degree. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
LEE, C. |
WLA/AEN, JDC/WAM |
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2624
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SB3252 SD2 HD1
DLNR; HCCMAC; Climate Change; Positions; Appropriation; Reports ($)
RELATING TO CLIMATE PLANNING.
Amends the leadership, membership, powers, and duties of the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Establishes the powers and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission Coordinator. Beginning after 12/31/2026, requires all department and agency plans and decisions to consider recommendations made by the Commission and Coordinator. Appropriates funds for positions and other expenses. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Pierick voting no (4) and none excused (0). |
LEE, C. |
EEP, WAL, FIN |
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2625
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SB3253 SD2 HD1 CD1
DLNR; Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary; Endangered Species; Wildlife; Conservation
RELATING TO CONSERVATION.
Recognizes the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity established pursuant to Senate Resolution 94, Senate Draft 1, Regular Session of 2026, to protect and expand populations of endangered species and other wildlife in the State. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
LEE, C., CHANG, Richards |
WAL, EEP, FIN |
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2626
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SB2662 SD2
Auditor; External Consultants; Purchasing Agencies; Audit; Exceptions; Reports
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY.
Requires each purchasing agency to provide justification for hiring external consultants. Requires each agency to seek approval from the Legislature for consulting contracts exceeding a certain dollar amount. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Requires the Compliance Audit Unit within the Office of the Auditor to conduct regular audits of agency consultant contracts to assess cost-effectiveness and compliance. Establishes exceptions. Requires each chief procurement officer to ensure that inherent government functions are not delegated to a contractor. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to LMG, FIN, referral sheet 17 |
KIM, DECORTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, MCKELVEY, Chang, Lamosao, Wakai |
LMG, FIN |
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2627
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SB2781 SD1 HD2
Procurement; Lei; Benchmarks; Lei Materials; Labeling Requirements; Penalties
RELATING TO LEI.
Requires and establishes benchmarks for each state executive agency to ensure that a certain percentage of lei purchased by that executive agency consists of lei made of natural objects and plant materials grown, harvested, and assembled in the State. Establishes labeling requirements for lei and lei materials. Requires the disclosure of the geographic origin for the plant materials and natural objects that comprise a lei or lei materials. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:15 PM; Conference Room 411. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
AGR, FIN |
HB2194 |
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2628
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SB2929 SD1 HD2
ETS; Access Hawaii Committee; Public Notices; Electronic Posting
RELATING TO PUBLIC NOTICE.
Authorizes government agencies to satisfy public notice requirements by electronic posting on official state or county websites or electronic calendars, while preserving traditional publication as an option. Directs the Office of Enterprise Technology Services, in consultation with the Access Hawaii Committee, to adopt rules governing the implementation of electronic notice before the electronic notice authorization takes legal effect. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/21/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 800). |
MCKELVEY, HASHIMOTO, San Buenaventura |
LAB, JHA, FIN |
HB2388 |
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2629
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SB2433 SD1 HD2
Real Estate Commission; Condominiums; Unit Owners; Governance; Education; Condominium Education Trust Fund
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Expands the uses of the Condominium Education Trust Fund to include educational resources for condominium unit owners in condominium governance. Requires the Real Estate Commission to ensure the interests of condominium unit owners are represented in certain activities funded by the Condominium Education Trust Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/29/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Thursday 04-30-26 3:15PM in conference room 224. |
FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, Inouye, McKelvey, San Buenaventura |
CPC, FIN |
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2630
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SB2362 SD1
DBEDT; Income Tax; Real Estate Investment Trusts; Dividends Paid Deduction; Study; Report
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study the impacts of disallowing the dividends paid deduction for real estate investment trusts. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to ECD, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, KIDANI, RHOADS, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB2150 |
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2631
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SB2972 SD1 HD2
Holomua Marine Initiative; DLNR; DAR; Oahu Coral Reef Restoration
RELATING TO OAHU CORAL REEF RESTORATION.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Aquatic Resources to begin the Holomua Marine Initiative process no later than 7/1/2027 to address coral reef restoration on Oahu. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/28/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 04-29-26 9:00AM; Conference Room 229. |
LEE, C. |
WAL, JHA |
HB1750 |
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2632
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SB3164 SD1
Child Welfare Service Organizations; Tort Liability; State Contracts
RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS.
Eliminates joint and several liability for child welfare service organizations by limiting liability to each organization's percentage share of damages. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE |
HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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2633
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SB3103 SD2 HD1
DHS; PUC; Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO ENERGY ASSISTANCE.
Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program within the Department of Human Services to assist qualifying households in paying their energy bills. Requires the Public Benefits Fee Administrator of the Public Utilities Commission to provide certain information and assistance to recipients of the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 4:35 PM; Conference Room 329. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
EEP/HSH, CPC, FIN |
HB2284 |
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2634
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SB3315 SD2
DOH; OMCCR; Medical Cannabis; Access; Temporary Authorization to Purchase; Written Certification
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Allows applicants or primary caregivers to make a one-time purchase of medical cannabis after the submission of the applicant's certification form while waiting for confirmation of registration from the Department of Health. Requires the Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation to facilitate the temporary authorization. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to HLT, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
MCKELVEY, FEVELLA, HASHIMOTO, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chang |
HLT, JHA |
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2635
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SB3137 SD1 HD2 CD1
Department of Health; Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics; Consolidation of Food Safety; Chapter 328, HRS; Food Safety and Environmental Health Special Fund; Establishment; Sanitization and Environmental Health Special Fund; Repeal
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH'S AUTHORITY TO REGULATE FOOD, DRUGS, AND COSMETICS.
Removes duplicative food-related statutory material and aligns all food-related provisions under chapter 328, HRS. Ensures adequate statutory authority for permits, fees, inspections, and enforcement. On 6/30/2027, repeals the Sanitation and Environmental Health Special Fund and transfers any unexpended or unencumbered balance to the newly established Food Safety and Environmental Health Special Fund. Makes conforming amendments. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, FIN |
HB2317 |
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2636
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SB3133 SD2 HD3
DOH; Insurance; Preventive Services Coverage; Recommendations; Standing Orders; Child Health Supervision Services; Immunization; Prevailing Medical Standards; Pharmacists; EUTF
RELATING TO PREVENTIVE MEDICINE.
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 issued by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund 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 child health supervision services coverage, the prevailing medical standards include recommendations by the Department of Health. Prohibits denial of coverage and prior authorization for clinical preventive services based on medical necessity. 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 7/1/3000. (HD3) |
(H)
4/16/2026- Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 710). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HLT, CPC, JHA |
HB2313 |
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2637
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SB3324 SD1 HD1 CD1
DHS; Medicaid; Med-QUEST; Home- and Community-Based Services; Residential Services; Community Care Foster Family Homes; Expanded Adult Residential Care Homes; Federal Matching Funds; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to increase funding for certain Medicaid home- and community-based services, including residential services offered in community care foster family homes and expanded adult residential care homes. Requires the Department to obtain matching federal funds and pursue additional funding sources as a condition for expending the appropriated funds. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI |
HSH, FIN |
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2638
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SB2591 SD1 HD1
DOH; Noise; Refuse Collection Vehicles; Operation; Time; Restrictions
RELATING TO NOISE.
Establishes restrictions on the operation of privately owned and operated refuse collection vehicles before 6:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. within 500 hundred feet of any area zoned for mixed-use or residential apartment use within the Waikiki area of the City and County of Honolulu. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 1/30/2050. (HD1) |
(H)
3/25/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Gedeon, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Cochran, Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (5) and Representative(s) Matsumoto, Perruso excused (2). |
MORIWAKI, CHANG, Fukunaga, Wakai |
HLT, JHA |
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2639
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SB3276 SD1
OHHS; DHS; UH; Coordinator on Homelessness; Ohana Zones Program; Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons Program; Survey; Homelessness; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Requires the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to develop and implement a plan to reduce the State's total homeless population by at least twenty-five per cent by 1/1/2028, measured against the 2026 point-in-time count. Requires any funding request by the Office after fiscal year 2026-2027 to be based on the plan. Requires the appointment of the Coordinator on Homelessness to be subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services for the funding of the Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons Program under the Ohana Zones Program, and for the expenses of the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions. Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to conduct a survey on statewide homelessness. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
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2640
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SB2191 SD1
DBEDT; Housing; Limited-Profit Housing Associations; Limited-Profit Housing Council; Qualified Residents; Taxation; Exemptions; Reports
RELATING TO LIMITED-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS.
Establishes an organizational, tax, and regulatory framework for limited-profit housing associations. Establishes the Limited-Profit Housing Council within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to oversee limited-profit housing associations. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI, MCKELVEY |
HOU/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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2641
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SB2795 SD2 HD1
Hawaiian Flag; Display; Condominiums; Cooperative Housing Corporations; Planned Community Associations
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN FLAG.
Requires cooperative housing corporations, planned community associations, and condominium associations to allow owners to display the Hawaiian flag within the owner's property. Allows reasonable time, place, manner, and size restrictions on Hawaiian flag displays to protect a documented substantial interest of the association or corporation. Authorizes cooperative housing corporations, planned community associations, and condominium associations to impose stricter size restrictions on Hawaiian flag displays or eliminate the flagpole or have its height lowered if the documented substantial interest is related to health or safety. Effective 9/9/2129. (HD1) |
(H)
3/20/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). |
DECOITE (Introduced by request of another party) |
CAA, CPC, JHA |
HB2532 |
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2642
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SB2109 SD2 HD1
HIEMA; Emergency Preparedness; Emergency Communications; Limited English Proficiency; Language Access; Official Announcements; American Sign Language; Sign Language Interpreter; Program; Reports; Appropriations ($)
RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMUNICATIONS.
Requires the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to develop and implement a statewide public education and communications program to promote household emergency preparedness consistent with the Agency's 14-day essential supplies recommendation. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide an American Sign Language interpreter during each official live broadcast during a state of emergency. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to ensure, to the fullest extent possible, that the American Sign Language interpreter's face, body, arms, and hands are visible during the broadcast. Requires the Governor or mayor of a county to provide a primary pool feed that includes the American Sign Language interpreter in a picture‑in‑picture window. Requires reports to the Legislature prior to the Regular Sessions of 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:51 PM; Conference Room 016. |
GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Fukunaga, Wakai |
PBS, FIN |
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2643
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SB2706 SD1 HD1
DAB; LCC; DHRD; Agriculture and Biosecurity Workforce Development Pilot Program; Report; Appropriation
RELATING TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.
Establishes a five-year Agriculture and Biosecurity Workforce Development Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii's Leeward Community College and the Department of Human Resources Development. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2031. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, RICHARDS |
AGR, HED, FIN |
HB2573 |
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2644
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SB2372 SD2 HD2
DLNR; UH; Exceptional Trees Program; Significant Trees; State Arborist Advisory Committee; County Arborist Advisory Committees
RELATING TO TREES.
Establishes base selection criteria for designating exceptional trees. Establishes the significant tree designation, selection criteria, and related processes. Establishes the State Arborist Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for administrative purposes. Requires County Arborist Advisory Committees to have at least five members, adopt new exceptional tree selection criteria, and designate significant trees. Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the University of Hawaii to cooperate with State and County Arborist Advisory Committees to carry out the Exceptional Trees Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/27/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 762). |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, FUKUNAGA, MCKELVEY, RICHARDS |
WAL, JHA |
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2645
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SB2712 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Industrial Hemp; Agriculture; Hawaii Hemp Special Fund; Hemp Paper Packaging Pilot Program; Reports; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HEMP.
Establishes the Hawaii Hemp Special Fund. Establishes the Hemp Paper Packaging Pilot Program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 6/30/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
GABBARD |
AEN, WAM/JDC |
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2646
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SB2048 SD1
DAB; Invasive Species; Pest-Infested Items or Materials; Sale; Barter; Donation; Prohibited; Penalties
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Prohibits the sale, barter, or donation of any pest-infested item or material. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to quarantine, treat, or destroy pest-infested items or materials. Imposes penalties on individuals who sell, barter, or donate a pest-infested items or materials. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, ELEFANTE, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/CPN, JDC/WAM |
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2647
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SB888 SD2 HD2 CD1
AG; Office of Consumer Protection; Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices; Smart Household Security Device Data; Prohibition; Consent; Law Enforcement Agencies; Warrants; Emergency Situation; Penalties
RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
Prohibits operators of smart household security devices from sharing user data with law enforcement agencies unless the user consents, the law enforcement agency obtains a judicial warrant, or there is an emergency situation involving a clear and present danger of imminent death or great bodily harm. Prohibits operators from requiring users to consent to the sharing of data with law enforcement agencies as a condition of using a smart household security device. Allows the Department of the Attorney General to bring a civil action against operators who violate certain requirements. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KANUHA |
CPC, JHA |
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2648
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SB2710 SD1
Counties; Animal Cruelty; Commercial Dog Breeders; Licensing; Regulations; Penalties
RELATING TO ANIMALS.
Defines a "dog breeder" as any person who owns, possesses, controls, or otherwise has charge or custody of more than ten dogs over the age of twelve months with intact sexual organs, and who sells, barters, or otherwise transfers more than three litters and more than twenty-five dogs per calendar year. Requires dog breeders to meet minimum standards of care and not place certain types of dogs in the same enclosure to ensure the proper treatment and care of dogs and the dogs' offspring. Prohibits any person from owning or having custody of more than thirty dogs over one year with intact sexual organs. Requires dog breeders to maintain specific written records for each dog for a specified period. Authorizes each county to assess, implement, and enforce its own licensing system for dog breeders. Establishes civil penalties for violations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, LEE, C., Wakai |
CPN, JDC/WAM |
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2649
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SB2777 SD1
DCCA; Insurance Division; Property Insurance; Payment of Claims; Disclosure; Violations; Penalties
RELATING TO INSURANCE.
Requires authorized property insurers to disclose certain information regarding payment of claims for the previous year. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY |
CPN, WAM |
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2650
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SB2829 SD1
Corporations; Nonprofit Corporations; Limited Liability Companies; Limited Partnerships; Limited Liability Partnerships; Unincorporated Nonprofit Associations; Professional Corporations; Agricultural Cooperative Associations; Consumer Cooperative Associations; Limited-Equity Housing Cooperatives; State-chartered Credit Unions
RELATING TO THE POWERS OF ARTIFICIAL PERSONS.
Prohibits any state-chartered corporation, limited liability company, limited partnership, limited liability partnership, cooperative, nonprofit, or other association from making expenditures or contributions in connection with elections or ballot measures. Deems any election or ballot measure expenditure or contribution to be ultra vires or void as a matter of law, triggering administrative forfeiture of charter privileges, including limited liability and perpetual duration, until reinstatement. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
RHOADS |
CPN, JDC |
HB2130 |
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2651
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SB2838 SD1
Condominiums; Associations; Managing Agents; Documents; Electronic Format
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.
Requires condominium associations to provide certain association documents in electronic format to unit owners. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
FUKUNAGA |
CPN, WAM |
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2652
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SB2884 SD1
Department of Taxation; Income Tax Credit; Hurricane Resistance Retrofit; General Excise Tax; Rate Reduction
RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for a certain percentage of expenses paid to retrofit a residence with wind resistive devices or to purchase, install, or construct, a hurricane shelter on the taxpayer's property. Reduces the general excise tax rate on the gross proceeds or income from the sale of a concrete high-rise certified hurricane-resistant residential project or certain hurricane-resistant components of the project. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Sunsets 12/31/2030. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD |
CPN, WAM |
HB2526 |
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2653
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SB2922 SD2
Cooperative Associations; Multi-Stakeholder Cooperatives; Producer Cooperatives; Workers Cooperatives; Consumer Cooperatives
RELATING TO COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATIONS.
Clarifies that cooperative associations organized under chapter 421C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, may include multi-stakeholder cooperatives, producer cooperatives, workers cooperatives, and consumer cooperatives. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to CPC, referral sheet 17 |
GABBARD, CHANG, RICHARDS, Ihara |
CPC |
HB2404 |
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2654
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SB3275 SD1
OMCCR; Cannabis; Low-Dose and Low-Potency Cannabis; Personal Adult Use; Cultivation; Legalization
RELATING TO CANNABIS.
Beginning January 1, 2027, legalizes low-dose and low-potency cannabis for personal adult use by persons over the age of twenty-one, including cultivation of a certain quantity of plants at a private residence. Legalizes cannabis accessories. Requires the Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation to adopt rules to effectuate the legalization of low-dose and low-potency cannabis. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA |
CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC |
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2655
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SB2694 SD2 HD2 CD1
PUC; Water Carriers; Tariffs; Water Carrier Inflationary Cost Index; Automatic Adjustment Mechanism; Rate Adjustments
RELATING TO WATER CARRIERS.
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish automatic adjustment mechanisms to address economic factors sua sponte or on application by a water carrier. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a water carrier inflationary cost index automatic adjustment mechanism. Beginning 7/1/2026, through 6/30/2029, requires the Public Utilities Commission to apply automatic adjustment mechanisms. Beginning 7/1/2029, through 6/30/2033, authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to apply automatic adjustment mechanisms. Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to waive or exempt any water carrier from any requirement under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Sunsets 7/1/2033. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, LAMOSAO |
TRN, CPC, FIN |
HB2386 |
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2656
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SB3105 SD1
Physician Assistant Licensure Compact; Governor; Authorization to Enter; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT LICENSURE COMPACT.
Beginning 1/1/2027, authorizes the Governor to enter the PA Licensure Compact to create a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing authority of the Hawaii Medical Board and provides a streamlined process that allows a PA to become licensed in multiple states, thereby enhancing the portability of a PA license and ensuring the safety of patients. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
CPN/HHS, WAM/JDC |
HB2286 |
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2657
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SB2563 SD1
Coordinator on Homelessness; DHS; City and County of Honolulu; Primary Caregivers and Children; Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.
Establishes a three-year Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program to be administered by the Coordinator on Homelessness, in coordination with the Department of Human Services and the City and County of Honolulu, on designated land for the pilot program, which shall serve as a safe location for unhoused primary caregivers and children under the age of eighteen to reside and access services. Requires the Coordinator on Homelessness and the Coordinator's partner agencies to provide certain facilities and services to the designated location. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/30/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/5/2026- The committee on WAM deferred the measure. |
WAKAI (Introduced by request of another party) |
HHS, WAM |
HB2509 |
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2658
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SB2408 SD1 HD1
DOH; Medical Cannabis; Health Care Facilities; Compassionate Access
RELATING TO COMPASSIONATE ACCESS TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.
Allows terminally ill patients and qualifying patients over sixty-five years of age with chronic diseases to use medical cannabis within specified health care facilities under certain conditions. Requires enforcement by the Department of Health. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/1/2026- The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, FEVELLA, Hashimoto, Kanuha, KEOHOKALOLE, KIDANI |
HLT, JHA |
HB1542 |
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2659
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SB2084 SD1
DLNR; Marine Life Conservation Districts; Carrying Capacity Program; Administrative Rules; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and conduct a Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit a report to the Legislature and adopt administrative rules. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA, CHANG, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, San Buenaventura |
WLA, WAM |
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2660
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SB2477 SD1
DLNR; SFCA; Historical Markers; Hawaii Kai Towne Center; Maunalua Island
RELATING TO CULTURAL RECOGNITION.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to place historical markers acknowledging the landform on which the Hawaii Kai Towne Center is sited as Maunalua Island and to consult with the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts on the design standard of the historical markers. Requires the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to pay for any costs related to the placing of the historical markers. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/6/2026- Recommitted to WAM. |
GABBARD |
WLA, WAM |
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2661
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SB3146 SD1
Forestry and Wildlife; Fees; Bidding Requirements Exemptions
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to adopt, amend, or repeal administrative fee schedules for use of certain lands pursuant to a specified procedure and to exempt parking lot and concessions operations on those lands from the bidding requirements for concessions operated on public property. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WLA, WAM |
HB2326 |
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2662
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SB3201 SD1
DLNR; DAR; Aquatic Resources; Coral Reef Resilience; Ecosystem Resilience; Reports
RELATING TO CORAL REEF RESILIENCE.
Requires the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to: (1) manage and administer aquatic life and resources, with the highest priority being to protect, restore, and maintain ecosystem integrity, using the best scientific data available; (2) make plans by certain dates for the restoration of reef ecosystems and indigenous species to a level that is not less than an unspecified per cent of their natural biomass potential; and (3) make a plan by 7/1/2027 for the expansion of live coral cover at not less than twenty-five per cent on reefs that have historically supported naturally occurring live coral cover. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
LEE, C., RHOADS, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
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2663
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SB2975 SD1
DLNR; Marine Life Conservation Districts; Oahu; Closure Authority; Commercial Activity; Rules
RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to close all or portions of any marine life conservation district for various periods of time and to adopt rules for the regulation of commercial activity within a marine life conservation district; provided that the marine life conservation district is located on or adjacent to the shores of Oahu. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
LEE, C. |
WAL, JHA |
HB2432 |
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2664
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SB2862 SD1
Gubernatorial Appointments; Salaries; Senate Confirmation; Advice and Consent
RELATING TO GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTMENTS.
Requires any person in a position that is not subject to the civil service law to obtain the advice and consent of the senate if the person is appointed by the governor to serve in the executive branch or is appointed pursuant to section 346-381.5, HRS. Requires persons currently serving in positions made subject to the advice and consent of the Senate by this Act to obtain the advice and consent of the Senate during the Regular Session of 2027 unless the appointee was subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
SAN BUENAVENTURA, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, KEOHOKALOLE |
GVO, JDC |
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2665
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SB2374 SD1
Blue Economy; Decarbonization; Marine Ecosystems; Working Group; Report
RELATING TO A BLUE ECONOMY.
Establishes the Blue Economy Working Group to study how to develop and support marine-based economic activities that align with the State's decarbonization and restorative food production goals. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, FEVELLA, MCKELVEY, Fukunaga, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
EDT/AEN, WAM |
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2666
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SB2074 SD1 HD3 CD1
Stadium Authority; Naming Rights; Stadium; Concessions; Marketing; Stadium Development Special Fund
RELATING TO STATE FACILITIES.
Exempts concessions within the Stadium Facility that are under the jurisdiction of the Stadium Authority from chapter 102, HRS, governing concession on public property. Allows the naming rights of the Stadium Facility to be leased to any public or private entity. Requires any revenues derived from advertising or marketing in or on the Stadium Facility to be deposited into the Stadium Development Special Fund. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
WAKAI, CHANG, KIDANI, RICHARDS |
ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB1609 |
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2667
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SB2030 SD1
DCR; Adult Correctional Officers; Body Cameras; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for purchasing body cameras for adult correctional officers to wear while on duty at state correctional facilities, beginning on or after 7/1/2027. |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KANUHA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
PSM, WAM |
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2668
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SB2145 HD1
Law Enforcement; Recordings; Private Right of Action
RELATING TO RECORDINGS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES.
Establishes the right of a person to record law enforcement activities. Establishes a private right of action for any violation of the right to record law enforcement activities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, GABBARD, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA |
HB2539 |
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2669
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SB2575 SD2 HD1
Firearms; Penalties; Possession; Temporary Restraining Orders; Protective Orders; Controlled Substances; Methamphetamine
RELATING TO FIREARMS.
Changes from a misdemeanor to a class C felony the penalty for possessing, controlling, or transferring ownership of any firearm or ammunition by a person who is restrained by court order from contacting, threatening, or physically abusing any person. Changes from a misdemeanor to a class B felony the penalty for carrying a firearm while under the influence of a controlled substance. Establishes unlawful possession of methamphetamine while carrying a firearm as a class B felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
5/1/2026- Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. |
DECOITE, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RHOADS, Elefante, Wakai |
JHA, FIN |
HB2170 |
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2670
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SB2973 SD1 HD1
Jug Line Fishing; Jug Rig Variant Fishing Methods; DLNR; DAR; Rules
RELATING TO FISHING.
Requires the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to begin the rulemaking process no later than 7/1/2026 to regulate or ban jug line fishing and jug rig variant fishing methods. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
LEE, C., CHANG, RHOADS, San Buenaventura |
WAL, JHA |
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2671
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SB2596 SD1 HD1
Land Use; State Government; Leases
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT LEASES.
Requires that real property leases between state government entities cost no more than $1 per year except if the real property subject to the lease is being used by a department to meet a core responsibility of that department. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/30/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Lowen, Perruso, Quinlan excused (4). |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KANUHA, KIDANI, LAMOSAO |
WAL, FIN |
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2672
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SB3002
Hawaii State Planning Act; Green Infrastructure; Office of Planning and Sustainable Development; Report
RELATING TO THE HAWAII STATE PLANNING ACT.
Establishes green infrastructure objectives, policies, and priority guidelines for state facility systems, infrastructure, and transit projects in the Hawaii State Planning Act to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. Adds a definition of "green infrastructure". Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to submit a report to the Legislature making recommendations for implementing green infrastructure objectives, policies, and priority guidelines. |
(H)
3/10/2026- Referred to WAL, EEP, FIN, referral sheet 16 |
LEE, C. |
WAL, EEP, FIN |
HB1927 |
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2673
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SB3067 SD1 HD1 CD1
DAGS; Plans; Land Survey; Subdivision; Maps
RELATING TO RECORDS.
Removes outdated requirements and formats for plans filed with the registrar's office. Updates permissible drawing scales used in plans. Clarifies that statutory filing fees are set pursuant to the rules adopted by the Department of Accounting and General Services. Repeals obsolete terms such as "blueprint." Authorizes the Department of Accounting and General Services to approve the format of plans. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
WAL, FIN |
HB2247 |
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2674
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SB3173 SD1
DLNR; DOBOR; OHA; Cultural Training Pilot Program; Cultural Education; Commercial Use Permit
RELATING TO CULTURAL EDUCATION.
Establishes a Cultural Training Pilot Program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to be administered by the Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation for all commercial use permit holders operating in Lahaina Harbor. Requires DOBOR to partner with an organization identified by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs in Native Hawaiian culture and place-based history to teach a cultural training course to educate commercial use permit holders and applicants for commercial use permits on the cultural and historic significance of the area. Requires existing commercial use permit holders and applicants to undergo cultural training. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
MCKELVEY |
WAL, JHA |
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2675
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SB2041 SD1 HD2
Judiciary; Land Court; Bureau of Conveyances; LRB; Real Property; Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Establishes a working group to recommend the implementation of specific reforms to effectively eliminate the Land Court. Requires a report to the Legislature, including proposed legislation drafted with assistance from the Legislative Reference Bureau. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(H)
4/21/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 718). |
KEOHOKALOLE, HASHIMOTO, MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
WAL, JHA, FIN |
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2676
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SB3015 SD1
Personal Information; Government Entities; Publicly Accessible Information Systems; Publication Controls; Data Security; Notification; Cause of Action; Reports
RELATING TO PERSONAL INFORMATION.
Prohibits government entities from making personal information publicly accessible through a publicly accessible information system or publicly accessible source of information, except under certain conditions. Allows individuals who reasonably believe their personal information is publicly accessible through a government entity's publicly accessible information system or publicly accessible source of information to submit a written notice to the entity to require corrective action. Establishes a cause of action to compel compliance. Establishes statutory penalties for intentional noncompliance. Requires government entities to adopt and implement policies and procedures to prevent personal information from being publicly accessible. Requires government entities that own, license, maintain, use, collect, or possess personal information to implement and maintain certain reasonable security procedures and practices to protect the personal information. Requires government entities to provide notice to individuals in the case of a breach of a security system protecting personal information. Requires government entities to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. |
LEE, C., CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, RICHARDS, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
GVO, JDC |
HB1935 |
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2677
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SB2741 SD1
GET; Agricultural Inputs; Exemption
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts agricultural inputs from the general excise tax. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, HASHIMOTO, Wakai |
AEN, WAM |
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2678
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SB2760 SD1
DAB; Pests; Invasive Species; Importation; Inspection; Sale; Prohibition; Quarantine; Interim Rules; Penalties; Position; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Clarifies that the importation of any item or material infested or infected with an insect or other animal, disease, or pest is prohibited. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to adopt rules to designate certain restricted articles to require a compliance agreement prior to importation. Clarifies that the State is not responsible for any economic loss or damages related to any actions by the Department under chapter 150A, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Authorizes the Department to administratively inspect any article imported or moved into the State from the continental United States or between the islands of the State. Authorizes the Department to compel the quarantine of certain non-agricultural items or materials. Allows for certain interim rules adopted by the Department to be effective for up to two years. Clarifies penalties for various quarantine and import law violations. Appropriates funds to establish one full-time equivalent position within the Department to assist the Plant Industry Division Administrator in drafting, reviewing, and updating certain administrative rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC. |
KEOHOKALOLE, CHANG, LAMOSAO, LEE, C., MORIWAKI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
AEN/CPN, WAM/JDC |
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2679
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SB2094 SD1
EALs; Toxic Chemicals; Pollutants; Procedural Requirements; Public Notice; Appropriation ($)
RELATED TO TOXIC CHEMICALS.
Requires state agencies that monitor environmental toxins and pollutants to establish environmental action levels (EALs) to ensure the preservation of a safe environment. Prohibits modifications to EALs unless certain procedural requirements are met. Establishes a process to allow any resident to petition for modifications to an established EAL. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, FUKUNAGA, MORIWAKI, RHOADS |
AEN/GVO, WAM |
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2680
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SB2718 SD1
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Food Hub Pilot Program; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO THE FOOD HUB PILOT PROGRAM.
Appropriates funds to the Food Hub Pilot Program. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
GABBARD, CHANG, HASHIMOTO, LEE, C., RICHARDS, San Buenaventura |
AEN/GVO, WAM |
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2681
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SB2800 SD1 HD1
DAB; DLNR; ADC; Irrigation Systems; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO IRRIGATION SYSTEMS.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Department of Land and Natural Resources, and Agribusiness Development Corporation to acquire, repair, and maintain irrigation systems in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(S)
5/1/2026- Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:00 PM; Conference Room 411. |
DELA CRUZ, CHANG, ELEFANTE, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, Wakai |
AGR, WAL, FIN |
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2682
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SB2367 SD2 HD2 CD1
BLNR; DLNR; State Boating Facility Lease; Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor; Reports
RELATING TO STATE BOATING FACILITIES.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop and implement a project to improve portions of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor while ensuring public access, as envisioned by the 2022 University of Hawaii Community Design Center Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor Vision Report. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to lease the remaining portion of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor; provided that the lease shall expire on or before 6/30/2046. Repeals provisions relating to the leasing of certain fast and submerged lands of Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
MORIWAKI, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, INOUYE, KIDANI, San Buenaventura, Wakai |
WAL, FIN |
HB1936 |
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2683
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SB2401 SD1 HD2 CD2
OPSD; Regional Shoreline Mitigation Districts; Coastal Erosion; Shoreline Adaptation Pathways Planning; Permits
RELATING TO REGIONAL SHORELINE MITIGATION DISTRICTS.
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to plan and serve in a coordinating role to develop shoreline adaptation pathways plans for regional shoreline mitigation districts designated by OPSD. Establishes procedures for the review of state and county permits associated with regional shoreline mitigation districts. (CD2) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
INOUYE, CHANG |
WAL, FIN |
HB1846 |
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2684
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SB2423 SD1
Counties; Lot Requirements and Dwelling Specifications; Prohibition; Urban District; Counties; Petition Process; Exemptions
RELATING TO ZONING.
Prohibits the counties from imposing certain lot requirements on lots zoned for housing on parcels of land located within the urban district for purposes of subdivision, development, or the issuance of a building permit, with certain exemptions. Allows the counties to establish a petition process for neighborhoods, subdivisions, or other geographically contiguous areas to establish or retain certain requirements or specifications. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
3/10/2026- Report adopted, as amended (SD 1) and recommitted to JDC. |
CHANG |
WLA/HOU, JDC |
HB1734 |
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2685
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SB2371 SD1
DAB; Public Utilities Commission; LUC; Counties; Agriculture; Agrivoltaics; Landowners; Beginning Farmers; Reports; Solar Energy Facilities; Renewable Energy; Special Permits
RELATING TO AGRIVOLTAICS.
Requires a landowner leasing agricultural sub-parcels on property used for agrivoltaics to prioritize lease offers for beginning farmers. Requires a landowner leasing agricultural sub-parcels on property used for agrivoltaics to submit an annual agrivoltaics compliance report to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Authorizes DAB to penalize any landowner that fails to meet agrivoltaics requirements. Authorizes the development of solar energy facilities on agricultural lands with productivity ratings of B, C, or D under certain conditions. Authorizes a county planning commission to issue special permits for agrivoltaics requirements before the approval of the Land Use Commission under certain conditions. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/JDC. |
GABBARD, FEVELLA |
AEN/WLA/EIG, CPN/JDC |
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2686
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SB3294 SD2 HD2
AG; DAGS; DCR; DHS; Wrongful Conviction and Imprisonment; Compensation; Annual Report
RELATING TO WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT.
Establishes the procedure that a circuit court shall follow upon the reversal or vacation of a person's judgment of conviction on grounds consistent with innocence, and where the charges were dismissed. Requires the State to pay, through a warrant for payment issued by the Comptroller, advance compensation to any petitioner who was convicted in a court of the State, imprisoned for at least one year, and whose judgment of conviction was reversed or vacated, or was pardoned, on grounds consistent with innocence. Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to immediately notify the Department of Human Services so the Department of Human Services may assign a case manager to a petitioner upon the petitioner's release. Requires the State to provide medical coverage to a person for a certain duration upon the reversal or vacation of the person's judgment of conviction on grounds consistent with innocence and where the charges were dismissed. Provides that the Judiciary and Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shall retain jurisdiction over the person for the purposes of effectuating this process. Authorizes the State to seek reimbursement from the applicable county for any losses incurred by the State pursuant to this process. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Clarifies eligibility to seek compensation for persons whose judgment of conviction was reversed or vacated, or who were pardoned, on grounds consistent with innocence, and where the charges were dismissed. Shifts the burden of proof to the State to prove by a preponderance of evidence that the reversal or vacation of the judgment of conviction for a petitioner, or the pardoning of the petitioner, was inconsistent with innocence. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2) |
(S)
4/20/2026- Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 787). |
RHOADS, CHANG, FUKUNAGA, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA |
JHA, PBS, FIN |
HB2493 |
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2687
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SB2627 SD2
HTA; SPO; Hawaii Public Procurement Code; Competitive Bidding; Exemption; Sports Events; Contracts; Agreements; Reports
RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM.
Exempts the Hawaii Tourism Authority's contracts or agreements for sports events from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and all other requirements of law for competitive bidding. Requires HTA to notify the Chief Procurement Officer of exempt contracts executed. Requires an annual report to the State Procurement Office. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 2) and referred to WAM. |
KANUHA |
EDT/GVO, WAM |
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2688
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SB2156 SD1
DBEDT; Creative Industries Division; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Act; Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee; Rules
RELATING TO LAND USE.
Permits film production on certain lands zoned for agricultural use under certain conditions, including obtaining land use special permits. Establishes the Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee within the Creative Industries Division of the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish film permit application requirements and processes, facilitate the issuance of special permits for film production on agricultural zoned parcels, and advise and make recommendations relating to the regulation of film productions on agricultural zoned lands. Requires DBEDT to adopt rules. Requires DBEDT to consult with state and county agencies to issue permits for film production within an agricultural district using the consolidated film permit process under certain circumstances. Includes temporary filming activities as a permissible conditional accessory use of lands within the agricultural district. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
RICHARDS, CHANG, KIDANI, SAN BUENAVENTURA, Ihara, Kanuha |
EDT/WLA, WAM |
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2689
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SB3085 SD2 HD1
BLNR; DBEDT; Hawaii Film Studio; Public Lands; Exemption; Creative Media; Entertainment
RELATING TO THE HAWAII FILM STUDIO.
Provides an exemption to dispositions of lands set aside for filming and film studio operation from prior approval of the Board of Land and Natural Resources. Repeals 6/30/2030 if Hawaii Film Studio has not changed locations as of that date. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
3/19/2026- Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on WAL with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). |
KOUCHI (Introduced by request of another party) |
ECD, WAL, FIN |
HB2266 |
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2690
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SB2003 SD2
Mauna Kea Lands; UH; MKSOA; Act 255, SLH 2022; Leases; Subleases; Extension
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT.
Provides for the repeal of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority and reversion of management authority over Mauna Kea lands to the University of Hawaii if the timelines specified in Act 255, SLH 2022, are not met. Establishes a deadline of 7/1/2030 for the transfer of appropriations, records, equipment, and other property to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. Authorizes the Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to an additional 10-year term. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2) |
(H)
3/12/2026- Referred to WAL, HED, JHA, referral sheet 17 |
INOUYE, MORIWAKI |
WAL, HED, JHA |
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2691
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SB2599 SD2 HD3 CD1
HCDA; Stadium Development District; Halawa Community Development District; Aloha Stadium; Stadium Authority; Special Fund; Positions; Housing; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT.
PART I: Redesignates the Stadium Development District as the Halawa Community Development District (HCDD). Amends the composition of the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) for purposes of the HCDD. Amends the duties and powers of the HCDA and Stadium Authority as they relate to activities within the HCDD. Clarifies the HCDA's permitting and consultation powers regarding public projects within community development districts. Establishes the HCDD Special Fund. Establishes requirements for the Comptroller to verify that invoices for the capital costs of the HCDD comply with applicable law and the purposes for which public funds were appropriated, allocated, transferred, deposited, or otherwise made available. PART II: Appropriates funds for the establishment of positions. Appropriates funds from the Stadium Development Special Fund for the purposes of the special fund. Conditions the expenditure of the appropriated funds out of the special fund upon compliance with state planning, land use, and financing statutes. PART III: Requires the HCDA, when planning and developing housing, to endeavor to plan for complete communities that include various aspects supporting quality of life. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
DELA CRUZ, HASHIMOTO, KIDANI, LEE, C., Moriwaki |
WAL, HSG, FIN |
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2692
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SB2066 SD1
State Agencies; Counties; State Projects; County Building Permit Requirements; Cooperative Working Group; Report; Appropriation ($)
RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITTING AND INSPECTION.
Establishes a cooperative working group to address state projects that require county permitting and to explore, research, and make recommendations on streamlining processes. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 4/19/2042. (SD1) |
(S)
2/20/2026- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
CHANG, FEVELLA, Richards, San Buenaventura |
EIG/GVO, WAM |
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2693
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SB2816 SD1 HD1
DBEDT; DOTax; Enterprise Zones; Eligible Business Activity; Innovation Enterprises; Comprehensive Review; Report
RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES.
Expands the definition of "eligible business activity" for the purposes of the Enterprise Zone Program to include certain research and development activities and information technology design and production services. Authorizes the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to declare up to two census tracts in the State that contain an innovation enterprise to be designated as an enterprise zone, subject to the Governor's approval. Requires DBEDT to conduct an in-house comprehensive review, in consultation with the Department of Taxation, of the State Enterprise Zones Program and requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1) |
(H)
4/23/2026- Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 739). |
MORIWAKI, HASHIMOTO, LAMOSAO, San Buenaventura |
ECD, FIN |
HB2141 |
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2694
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SB99 SD1 HD1 CD1
DLE; ERS; Retirees; Benefits; School Resource Officers; Labor Shortage; Difficult-to-Fill; State and County Human Resources; Report
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.
Allows a retirant to be employed without reenrollment in the Employees' Retirement System and without loss or interruption of retirement benefits if the retirant is employed as a school resource officer identified by the Department of Law Enforcement or other law enforcement agency as a labor shortage or difficult-to-fill position and stationed at a public school, subject to certain conditions. Establishes criteria for various agencies to use in identifying labor shortage or difficult-to-fill positions. Requires the director of human resources of the appropriate state jurisdiction or the human resources management chief executive of each county to include in their annual reports to the Legislature, details on the employment of retirants as school resource officers. (CD1) |
(S)
5/8/2026- Enrolled to Governor. |
ELEFANTE, AQUINO, CHANG, FEVELLA, GABBARD, HASHIMOTO, MCKELVEY, MORIWAKI, Fukunaga, Kanuha |
LAB, FIN |
HB214 |
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2695
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SB2110 SD1 HD1
Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption Commission; Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program; Agriculture; Technical Assistance; Repo |