OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
TWENTY-FOURTH STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 39
34th LEGISLATIVE DAY-MARCH 19, 2007
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Committee Abbreviations:
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AGR - Agriculture |
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CPC - Consumer Protection & Commerce |
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EDB - Economic Development & Business Concerns |
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EDN - Education |
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EEP - Energy & Environmental Protection |
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FIN - Finance |
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HED - Higher Education |
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HLT - Health |
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HSH - Human Services & Housing |
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INT - International Affairs |
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JUD - Judiciary |
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LAB - Labor & Public Employment |
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LMG - Legislative Management |
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PSM - Public Safety & Military Affairs |
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TAC - Tourism & Culture |
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TRN - Transportation |
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WLH - Water, Land, Ocean Resources & Hawaiian Affairs |
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REFERRAL
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94 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO INVESTIGATE AND COORDINATE THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO MIGRANTS FROM FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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95 |
REQUESTING A REVIEW OF AMBIENT AIR STANDARDS FOR HYDROGEN SULFIDE EMISSIONS TO SUSTAIN AND PROTECT THE NATURAL BEAUTY AND AIR QUALITY OF THE KA IWI COASTLINE BETWEEN MAKAPUU AND HANAUMA BAY.
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EEP |
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96 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO GRANT SCHOOL ACADEMIC CREDIT TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO SERVE ON NONPROFIT BOARDS, ADVISORY COUNCILS, OR COMMISSIONS.
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EDN |
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97 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO GRANT SCHOOL CREDIT TO THE STUDENT MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
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EDN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPROVE ITS DELIVERY OF SERVICES TO SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES BY RECONSIDERING THE RATES PAID TO INTENSIVE INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES CONSULTANTS.
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EDN, FIN |
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99 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DETERMINE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PUBLIC'S USE OF SCHOOL ATHLETIC FACILITIES.
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EDN, FIN |
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100 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROTECT THE ENDANGERED HAWAIIAN STILT BY REQUIRING AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED MAINTENANCE DREDGING OF HAWAII KAI MARINA.
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EEP, WLH |
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101 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO PROCLAIM THE LAST WEEK IN JULY OF EACH YEAR AS CONSERVATION WEEK.
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EEP |
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102 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO CEASE LIVE-FIRE MILITARY TRAINING EXERCISES AT MAKUA MILITARY RESERVATION.
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PSM, WLH |
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103 |
REQUESTING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SUPPORT THE GLOBAL DEMOCRACY PROMOTION ACT, WHICH WOULD REPEAL THE "GLOBAL GAG RULE" AND RELEASE MUCH-NEEDED FUNDS FOR INTERNATIONAL FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAMS.
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INT/HLT |
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104 |
CONVENING AN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK ADDRESSING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEX ASSAULT.
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HSH, FIN |
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105 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO SUPPORT THE ETHICAL RECRUITMENT OF NURSES.
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INT, HLT |
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106 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF A CAPITOL GIFT SHOP IN THE STATE CAPITOL BUILDING.
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LMG, FIN |
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107 |
SUPPORTING THE BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS' BILL OF RIGHTS OFFERED AS SENATE BILL NO. 1674 AND ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 3782 IN THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE.
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HSH |
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108 |
ENCOURAGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO INVEST IN HAWAII VENTURE CAPITAL.
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LAB/EDB, FIN |
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109 |
REQUESTING A COMPARISON STUDY OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AND THE BOARDS OF REGENTS OF SIMILAR STATE UNIVERSITIES ACROSS THE NATION.
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HED |
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110 |
REQUESTING A STUDY OF STATE AND COUNTY INTERSECTIONS TO DETERMINE WHETHER TRAFFIC SIGNALS PROVIDE SUFFICIENT TIME FOR ELDERLY PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS THE STREET.
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TRN |
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111 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO ADDRESS MAJOR CONCERNS ALONG KALIHI STREET.
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TRN |
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112 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE REPAIR AND REPAVING OF SIDE STREETS ALONG KALIHI STREET.
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TRN |
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113 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CONSIDER INTERNAL MECHANISMS FOR IMPROVING ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES WITHOUT LEGISLATION.
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HSH |
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114 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO NEGOTIATE LOWER DRUG PRICES ON BEHALF OF MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES.
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HLT |
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115 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON USING PERFORMANCE AS A BASIS FOR AWARDING TAX CREDITS.
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FIN |
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116 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO MAKE HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS IMMUNIZATION AVAILABLE TO INDIGENT PATIENTS AND THROUGH THE TEEN VAX PROGRAM, AND URGING INSURERS TO OFFER HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS IMMUNIZATION TO FEMALE POLICYHOLDERS ELEVEN TO TWENTY-SIX YEARS OF AGE.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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117 |
URGING THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH, THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, AND THE UNIVERSITY LABORATORY SCHOOL TO WORK TOGETHER TO COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH A FACILITY FOR THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT UNIVERSITY AVENUE AND DOLE STREET.
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TAC/HED |
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118 |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO COORDINATE DEVELOPMENT AND DISTRIBUTION TO VISITORS OF INFORMATION ON RECREATION SAFETY AND CRIME PREVENTION.
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TAC |
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119 |
REQUESTING THE STATE TO OBSERVE DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME.
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FIN |
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120 |
REQUESTING THE RELEVANT LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES TO AMEND THE LAW TO ALLOW THE COUNTY SURCHARGE ON STATE TAXES TO BE USED FOR PROJECTS THAT HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT OR DECREASE IN COSTS OF A TRANSIT CORRIDOR PROJECT SO AS TO INCLUDE HOT LANES AS A CONCURRENT SOLUTION TO TRAFFIC CONGESTION.
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TRN, LMG, FIN |
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121 |
SUPPORTING THE ORIGINAL LIGHT RAIL ALIGNMENT PLAN FOR A ROUTE FROM THE HONOLULU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO WAIKIKI AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA.
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TRN, EDB/TAC, FIN |
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122 |
URGING THE MAJOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCERS OF POI TO PRODUCE POI WITH LESS WATER CONTENT.
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EDB, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO PROCLAIM THE SECOND SATURDAY IN OCTOBER OF EVERY YEAR AS E HO‘OLA I NA HELE DAY--GIVE LIFE TO THE TRAILS DAY.
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WLH |
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124 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO PROPOSE REVISIONS TO THEIR RESPECTIVE COUNTY CHARTERS TO AUTHORIZE CONSOLIDATION OF THE FIRST SPECIAL ELECTION AND THE SECOND SPECIAL ELECTION FOR NONPARTISAN COUNTY ELECTIVE OFFICIALS INTO A SINGLE ELECTION HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STATE GENERAL ELECTION.
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JUD |
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125 |
EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE LEGISLATURE THAT THE STATE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY COMMENCE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS FOR KUKUI GARDENS.
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HSH, FIN |
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126 |
REQUESTING ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR THE "SUSTAINABLE SAUNDERS" PROJECT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII – MANOA THAT SEEKS TO DEVELOP SAUNDERS HALL AS A MODEL FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY.
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HED, EEP |
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127 |
URGING CONGRESS TO PASS, AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO SIGN, THE CAMERON GULBRANSEN KIDS AND CAR SAFETY ACT.
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TRN |
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128 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION, TO REVIEW CHAPTER 6E, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, RELATING TO HISTORIC PROPERTIES.
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WLH/TAC |
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129 |
REQUESTING CERTAIN ACTION CONCERNING THE CONDUCTING OF A TEST TO CONVERT H-POWER ASH TO REUSABLE MATERIAL.
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EEP/WLH |
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130 |
REQUESTING A LEGISLATIVE BRIEFING ON THE COUNTIES' WASTEWATER PROBLEMS AND ISSUES.
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EEP/WLH |
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131 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO DESIGN A LONG-TERM COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL PLAN AND CONDUCT A POLICY REVIEW.
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HED, FIN |
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132 |
REQUESTING THE FORMATION OF A UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SECOND CENTURY PROMISE TASK FORCE.
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HED, FIN |
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133 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO STUDY WHETHER LEASES BETWEEN RELATED ENTITIES IN THE CAR RENTAL INDUSTRY SHOULD BE SUBJECT TO HAWAII'S GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
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CPC/EDB, FIN |
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134 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO ESTABLISH A ONE-TO-ONE COMPUTER ACCESS PROGRAM WITHIN THE STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM.
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EDN, FIN |
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135 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND CONGRESS TO DISCONTINUE FURTHER ESCALATION OF THE WAR IN IRAQ AND TO IMMEDIATELY COMMENCE THE ORDERLY WITHDRAWAL OF AMERICAN MILITARY FORCES FROM IRAQ.
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PSM |
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136 |
URGING CONGRESS TO ENACT THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE ACT.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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137 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON CERTAIN AQUATIC SURF RESOURCES IN THE STATE INCLUDING THE COST OF FUNDING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING ARTIFICIAL REEFS.
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WLH |
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138 |
URGING HAWAII'S LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO USE THE "A CHILD IS MISSING" ALERT PROGRAM IN LOCATING MISSING PERSONS.
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JUD |
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139 |
REQUESTING THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SUBMIT A REPORT WITH INFORMATION REGARDING THE SALARIES OF UH-MANOA FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATORS.
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HED/LAB, FIN |
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140 |
ESTABLISHING AN ELDER ABUSE TASK FORCE.
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HSH/HLT, JUD |
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141 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CASH AND COUNSELING PROGRAM IN OTHER STATES.
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HSH, LMG |
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142 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY PRE-PAID OR PRE-NEED FUNERAL OR BURIAL PLANS.
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CPC, LMG |
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143 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT MANOA COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES PUBLIC POLICY CENTER TO CONDUCT A COST‑BENEFIT ANALYSIS FOR A FAMILY CAREGIVER TAX CREDIT.
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HED, HSH/HLT, FIN |
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144 |
REQUESTING THE CLERK OF EACH COUNTY TO MAIL ABSENTEE BALLOTS IN A TIMELY MANNER TO PROMOTE INFORMED VOTING.
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JUD |
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145 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY RESPITE CARE.
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HSH/HLT, LMG |
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146 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY OTHER STATES' ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND COMPARE THEM TO HAWAII'S ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
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HSH, LMG |
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147 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL OUTREACH SERVICES TO HOMELESS CHILDREN IN HAWAII.
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HSH, FIN |
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148 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT H.R. 1287 AND S. 671 RELATING TO FILIPINO FAMILY REUNIFICATION, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION, TO PROVIDE PRIORITY ISSUANCE OF VISAS TO FILIPINO VETERANS' CHILDREN WITH APPROVED IMMIGRATION PETITIONS.
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PSM |
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149 |
STRONGLY OPPOSING THE FEE INCREASES PROPOSED BY THE UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES.
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INT, FIN |
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150 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT THE FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS EQUITY ACT OF 2007 BY ADOPTING H.R. 760 AND S. 57, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION, TO PROVIDE FEDERAL VETERANS BENEFITS AND SERVICES TO WORLD WAR II FILIPINO AND FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS.
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PSM |
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151 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ESTABLISH THE OFFICE OF LANGUAGE ACCESS.
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HSH, FIN |
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152 |
REQUESTING THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND LABOR AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON LABOR TO CONVENE A JOINT HEARING ON THE LABOR FORCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROPOSED TURTLE BAY RESORT EXPANSION AND THE IMPACTS THAT A LARGE INCREASE IN EMPLOYEES MAY HAVE ON THE SPARSELY POPULATED NORTH SHORE OF OAHU.
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LAB, TAC/EDB, LMG |
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153 |
REQUESTING THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A JOINT HEARING WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER THE LIKELY IMPACTS ON TRAFFIC BY THE PROPOSED TURTLE BAY RESORT EXPANSION AND MITIGATIVE MEASURES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE EXPANSION.
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TRN, TAC/EDB, LMG |
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154 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO REPORT ON THE STATUS OF WAIMEA VALLEY.
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WLH |
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155 |
REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF AN OPEN ROAD RACING EVENT ON OAHU.
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TRN/PSM |
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156 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO SUPPORT THE ONGOING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF WAVE ENERGY DEVICES IN HAWAII AND THE CREATION OF A WAVE ENERGY FACILITY.
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EEP |
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157 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING, DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO WORK WITH THE COUNTY AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT THE 2006 OCEAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN.
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WLH |
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158 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO IMMEDIATELY CONVENE AN AIRCRAFT NOISE ABATEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO WORK WITH THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO ESTABLISH EFFECTIVE NOISE ABATEMENT PROCEDURES AND TO ADOPT RULES AND REGULATIONS IN ORDER TO MITIGATE AIRCRAFT NOISE IMPACTS ON NOISE SENSITIVE AREAS.
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TRN, EEP |
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REQUESTING THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH NOISE SENSITIVE OPERATING PROCEDURES AND AIR TRAFFIC PATTERNS TO REDUCE AND CONTROL AIRCRAFT NOISE IMPACTS.
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TRN, EEP |
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160 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO FUND BREAST CANCER AND CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING FOR LOW-INCOME WOMEN IN HAWAII.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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161 |
ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP A SKIN CANCER EDUCATION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM AND COLLECT DATA ON THE INCIDENCE OF ALL FORMS OF SKIN CANCER AMONG RESIDENTS AND TO WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT A CANCER AWARENESS PROGRAM IN ALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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HLT/EDN, FIN |
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162 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO FACILITATE PROVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO NON-CITIZEN VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING.
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HSH, JUD, FIN |
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163 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COST OF ESTABLISHING A SUN PROTECTION PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND COUNTY-SPONSORED PROGRAMS.
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HLT/EDN, FIN |
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164 |
REQUESTING CONGRESS TO REPEAL OR AMEND THAT PORTION OF PUBLIC LAW NO. 109-364 THAT ALLOWS THE PRESIDENT TO TAKE CONTROL OF THE NATIONAL GUARD WITHOUT THE CONSENT OF THE GOVERNOR AND TO DECLARE MARTIAL LAW.
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PSM, JUD |
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165 |
ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS BISHOP ESTATE TO KEEP KAMILO NUI VALLEY IN AGRICULTURAL LAND USE AND TO RENEGOTIATE AFFORDABLE LEASE RENTS TO ALLOW EXISTING FARMERS TO REMAIN ON THEIR FARM LOTS UNTIL 2025.
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AGR/WLH |
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166 |
REQUESTING HAWAII AMERICAN WATER COMPANY TO IMPLEMENT AN ODOR MITIGATION PLAN FOR ITS FACILITY IN HAWAII KAI.
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EEP |
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167 |
REQUESTING HAWAII KAI COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO ESTABLISH A KA IWI SHORELINE ADVISORY WATCH.
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WLH |
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168 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REQUIRE DEVELOPERS TO APPEAR BEFORE THE APPROPRIATE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS FOLLOWING CHANGES IN CONSTRUCTION OR DEVELOPMENT PLANS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY THE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD.
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WLH |
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169 |
URGING THAT THE TENURE PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION CONTRACT WITH THE STATE BE AMENDED TO DECREASE THE HIGH TURNOVER RATE OF TEACHERS IN RURAL AREA SCHOOLS, AND PREVENT THOSE SCHOOLS FROM BEING DISPROPORTIONATELY STAFFED WITH INEXPERIENCED, UNTENURED TEACHERS.
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EDN/LAB, FIN |
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170 |
REQUESTING THE STATE TO PROTECT THE TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN TARO VARIETIES AND THE FAMOUS TARO GROWING AREAS(WET AND DRY) OF THE STATE AS UNIQUE AND CHERISHED RESOURCES CONTRIBUTING TO THE SPECIAL IDENTITY AND WELL-BEING OF HAWAI’I.
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AGR/WLH |
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171 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO ALLOW MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVES WHO ARE STILL RECOVERING FROM ILLNESSES OR INJURIES INCURRED IN THE LINE OF DUTY WHILE MOBILIZED FOR DEPLOYMENT TO IRAQ OR AFGHANISTAN, AND WHO HAVE EITHER BEEN DISCHARGED FOR MEDICAL REASONS OR RELEASED FROM ACTIVE DUTY TO THEIR RESERVE COMPONENT UNITS, TO CONTINUE TO HAVE ACCESS TO DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE MEDICAL FACILITIES ON THE SAME BASIS AS ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS, OR TO RECEIVE TRICARE COVERAGE ON THE SAME BASIS AS RETIREES.
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PSM |
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172 |
REQUESTING THE MAYOR AND THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO RESTRICT ANNUAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASES TO LESS THAN TEN PER CENT OF THE PRIOR YEAR'S PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT.
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FIN |
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173 |
REQUESTING THE SPARK M. MATSUNAGA INSTITUTE FOR PEACE, LOCATED WITHIN THE CENTER FOR POLICY STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA, TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF DESIGNATING HAWAII AS THE "GENEVA OF THE PACIFIC".
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INT, HED |
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174 |
URGING A COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT REVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S OPERATIONS.
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EDN, LMG |
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175 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO INCREASE, FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARIES, THE LEVELS OF PROVISIONAL INCOME, WHICH INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS, BY AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE FEDERAL COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE GRANTED TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES IN HAWAII.
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HSH |
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176 |
REQUESTING THE STATE ETHICS COMMISSION TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO ASCERTAIN WHAT MEASURES MAY BE ENACTED TO ADDRESS POSSIBLE CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS OF THE MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
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LMG/JUD, FIN |
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177 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT TO REMOVE DESIGNATED UNITS AT KALIHI VALLEY HOMES FROM THE LIST OF STRUCTURES SCHEDULED FOR DEMOLITION AND TO WORK WITH THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY TO RENOVATE THE BUILDINGS INSTEAD.
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HSH, FIN |
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178 |
REQUESTING A STUDY OF MONETARY AWARDS IN TORT CASES IN HAWAII WITHIN THE PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS.
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JUD, LMG |
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179 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING A MULTI-PURPOSE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS PROCESSING FACILITY OR FACILITIES.
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AGR, LMG |
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180 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP A DEVELOPMENT, EARLY EDUCATION, AND EDUCATION PLAN FOR CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME.
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EDN/HED, HLT, FIN |
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181 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DETERMINE WHICH VIOLATIONS REQUIRE THE TIME AND RESOURCES OF THE DISTRICT COURT FOR ADJUDICATION.
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WLH, JUD |
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182 |
REQUESTING THE EXAMINER OF DRIVERS TO MAKE FINDINGS OF REASONABLE CAUSE OF INCOMPETENCE BASED UPON REPORTS OF VARIOUS PROFESSIONALS OR PEOPLE.
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TRN, JUD |
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183 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO COMPLY WITH THE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2004 AND TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF OUR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
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EDN/HLT, FIN |
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184 |
SUPPORTING THE CONTINUED VIABILITY OF KEWALO BASIN HARBOR BY TRANSFERRING AND MAINTAINING EXCLUSIVE AUTHORITY UNDER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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TRN/WLH, FIN |
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185 |
STRONGLY SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF THE JERUSALEM PROJECT AND EXTENDING EXPRESSIONS OF HOPE FOR A CONTINUUM OF PEACEFUL INTERACTION, COOPERATION, AND DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE PEOPLES AND THE NATIONS OF THE MIDDLE EAST.
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INT, PSM |
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186 |
REQUESTING THE CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO TAKE ACTION TO OBTAIN ASSISTANCE FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO CONDUCT AN ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF THE STORAGE USE, AND DISPOSAL OF DEPLETED URANIUM MUNITIONS IN HAWAII.
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PSM/HLT, EEP |
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187 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A PANEL TO STUDY THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE INTERISLAND TRANSPORTATION OF GILL NETS OR LAY NETS AND THE SPREAD OF FOREIGN MARINE SPECIES.
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WLH |
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188 |
REQUESTING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE AND SUPPORT FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS CONCERNS REGARDING THE INSPECTION OF PLANTS AND PRODUCTS FROM FOREIGN COUNTRIES TO PREVENT INVASIVE SPECIES FROM ENTERING THE STATE.
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AGR |
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189 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE SECONDARY-LEVEL STUDENTS WITH LUNCH IF THEY ARE UNABLE TO PAY, AND OBTAIN REIMBURSEMENT FROM THEIR PARENTS.
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EDN, FIN |
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190 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REVIEW THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE DEPARTMENT'S BOATING SPEED LIMIT GUIDELINE IN DESIGNATED HUMPBACK WHALE AREAS.
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WLH |
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191 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STUDY THE AIR COOLING NEEDS OF EACH SCHOOL COMPLEX AND TO REVIEW THE FEASIBILITY OF USING ALTERNATIVE AIR COOLING METHODS SUCH AS FANS, HEAT REDUCTION, INSULATION, AND ENERGY EFFICIENT INDIVIDUAL AIR CONDITIONING WALL UNITS.
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EDN/EEP, FIN |
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192 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO INCREASE ACADEMIC SERVICES TO STUDENTS IN THE AFTER-SCHOOL PLUS PROGRAM.
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EDN, FIN |
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193 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO ASSESS THEIR CURRENT LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS FOR TRANSIENT VACATION RENTALS.
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TAC, WLH |
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194 |
REQUESTING A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING A MULTIMEDIA ACCELERATED LEARNING TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAM IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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195 |
DECLARING SEPTEMBER 28 AS CONFUCIUS DAY IN HAWAII.
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TAC |
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196 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO STUDENTS FROM PACIFIC ISLAND JURISDICTIONS THAT HAVE HISTORICAL TIES TO THE UNITED STATES BUT DO NOT HAVE PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS THAT GRANT BACCALAUREATE DEGREES.
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HED, FIN |
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197 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF FORMING A CENTER FOR HYDROGEN BASED ENERGY STUDY.
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EEP, FIN |
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198 |
REQUESTING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND THE IDENTITY THEFT TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY WAYS IN WHICH THE PROCESS OF NOTARIZING DOCUMENTS CAN BE IMPROVED TO REDUCE IDENTITY THEFT.
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CPC, JUD |
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199 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER BUILDING A BIKEWAY CORRIDOR ALONGSIDE THE FIXED GUIDEWAY SYSTEM AND UNDERNEATH THE ELEVATED SECTIONS.
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TRN |
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200 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO SURVEY WHETHER AND HOW WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAWS IN OTHER STATES ARE USED TO COVER EMPLOYEE DISABILITIES CAUSED BY MULTIPLE CHEMICAL SENSITIVITIES.
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LAB, LMG |
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201 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
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LAB, LMG, FIN |
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202 |
ESTABLISHING A BUILDING TRADES TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND REVIEW JURISDICTIONAL AND SCOPE OF PRACTICE ISSUES BETWEEN THE BUILDING TRADES IN HAWAII.
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LAB, CPC |
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203 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REQUEST THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO PROHIBIT DUMPING OF VESSEL SEWAGE WITHIN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS HUMPBACK WHALE NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY.
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WLH, EEP |
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204 |
REQUESTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATEWIDE GREENBELTS STRATEGY TO PROMOTE IDENTIFICATION OR DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS THAT ARE BASED ON THE REDUCTION OF AUTOMOBILE USE OR ALTERNATIVES TO THE AUTOMOBILE.
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TRN, WLH/EEP |
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205 |
SUPPORTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF CULTURALLY VALUABLE DISTRICTS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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TAC, WLH |
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206 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ASSIST IN THE PERPETUATION OF AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES ON THE EWA PLAINS.
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AGR/WLH |
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207 |
REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WLH, LMG |
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208 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO INVESTIGATE ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS TO POWER WATER PUMPS IN THE WAIKOLU TUNNEL OF THE MOLOKAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
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EEP/AGR, LMG |
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209 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE ADJUTANT GENERAL TO TAKE A VARIETY OF ACTIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE EXPOSURE OF MEMBERS OF THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD AND VETERANS TO DEPLETED URANIUM.
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HLT, PSM |
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210 |
REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF A NATIVE HAWAIIAN HEALING PROGRAM ON KAHO‘OLAWE.
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PSM, WLH |
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211 |
REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF THE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT PROCESS ON PUBLIC EDUCATION AND GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION STATIONS.
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CPC, LMG |
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212 |
URGING THE OWNERS OF THE TURTLE BAY RESORT TO STOP FURTHER DEVELOPMENT PENDING THE PREPARATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A SUPPLEMENTAL STATEMENT TO ITS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT.
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EEP, TAC/EDB |
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213 |
REQUESTING THE ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE HAWAII ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT AND RECOMMEND CHANGES.
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EEP, JUD |
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214 |
URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCLUDE IN ALL LAND USE APPROVALS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, CONDITIONS REQUIRING THE CONCURRENT PROVISION OF ALL INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIRED BY THE DEVELOPMENT.
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HSH, WLH |
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215 |
URGING THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING TO ENSURE THAT THE INFRASTRUCTURE NECESSARY TO SUPPORT ANY NEW DEVELOPMENT IS BUILT.
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HSH, WLH |
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216 |
REQUESTING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PASS AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING PLANS AND PERMITS FOR ALL LARGE RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH SMART GROWTH PRINCIPLES.
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WLH/EDB |
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217 |
STRONGLY URGING THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO RECONSIDER THE SELECTION OF THE SALT LAKE ALIGNMENT AND TO COMMIT TO CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIXED GUIDEWAY SYSTEM ALONG THE AIRPORT/PEARL HARBOR ALIGNMENT.
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TRN, FIN |
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218 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO PROVIDE FOR THE IMMEDIATE REPAIR OF HUI F ROAD, AND URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO INVENTORY ITS ROADS IN LIMBO.
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TRN, WLH |
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219 |
URGING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO IMMEDIATELY REMOVE THE DERELICT SAILBOAT "DOLPHIN" FROM THE REEF IN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS HUMPBACK WHALE NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY AREA FACING FRONT STREET, LAHAINA, MAUI.
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WLH |
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220 |
URGING THE IMMEDIATE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SEED BREEDING INDUSTRY IN WEST MAUI.
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AGR |
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221 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON CREATING A ONE-STOP PERMIT SHOP FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS.
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EEP |
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222 |
URGING THE HAWAII CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SEEK AMENDMENTS TO THE MEDICARE PAYMENT SYSTEM TO INCREASE REIMBURSEMENTS TO HAWAII'S HOSPITALS.
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HLT, FIN |
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223 |
REQUESTING THE CIVIL DEFENSE DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, IN COOPERATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, TO BEGIN NECESSARY PREPARATIONS TO ESTABLISH A MOBILE EMERGENCY HOSPITAL UNIT IN HAWAII.
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PSM/HLT, FIN |
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224 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO STUDY THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL IMPACT OF MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR USE OF THE LG1 INTELLIGENT MEDICAL VIGILANCE SYSTEM.
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HLT, CPC, LMG |
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225 |
DECLARING SUPPORT FOR THE 2008 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE REEF AND HAWAII'S COMMITMENT TO PRESERVING HAWAIIAN REEFS.
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WLH |
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226 |
ENCOURAGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS AND THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH TO NEGOTIATE A SETTLEMENT REGARDING THE INCOME AND PROCEEDS FROM THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST.
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WLH/JUD, FIN |
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227 |
ENCOURAGING THE USE OF THE NAME "PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT".
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WLH |
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228 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO REPORT ON ITS EXPERIENCE WITH AND TO EVALUATE THE CURRENT SYSTEM FOR CONDOMINIUM DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
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CPC/JUD |
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229 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY, AND THE HAWAII VISITORS AND CONVENTION BUREAU TO CONDUCT ACTIVITIES TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF VISITORS FROM TAIWAN.
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INT, TAC |
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230 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE IMPACT ON THE STATE ECONOMY CAUSED BY THE CONCENTRATION IN OWNERSHIP OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LANDS.
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EDB/WLH, LMG |
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231 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO ENTER INTO A FREE TRADE AGREEMENT WITH TAIWAN.
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INT, EDB |
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232 |
REQUESTING THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION TO CONFER "OBSERVER STATUS" UPON TAIWAN IN ORDER TO PERMIT TAIWAN'S PARTICIPATION IN THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES.
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INT, HLT |
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233 |
RECOGNIZING THE NUUANU-LILIHA CORRIDOR AS THE NUUANU-LILIHA HISTORIC CORRIDOR.
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WLH |
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234 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CHANGE THE HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW RAPID HIV TESTING IN THE STATE.
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HLT |
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235 |
REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE HAWAII STATE QUEST PROGRAM TO EVALUATE ITS CURRENT PERFORMANCE IN STABILIZING HEALTH CARE COSTS AND EXPANDING ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN HAWAII.
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HLT/HSH, LMG, FIN |
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236 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH AT LEAST ONE CIVIC STANDARD AT EVERY GRADE LEVEL FROM K-12 THAT INTEGRATES SERVICE LEARNING AND EXPECTS STUDENTS TO ENGAGE, PARTICIPATE, AND BECOME ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.
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EDN |
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237 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO STATION A LIFEGUARD AT MAKENA BEACH PARK.
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WLH, FIN |
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238 |
REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPANDING THE DISLOCATED WORKERS PROGRAM.
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LAB, TAC/EDB |
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239 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH A FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITION IN THE AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES, WHOSE DUTIES WOULD INCLUDE RESEARCH ON HAWAII'S PROBLEM OF CHILDHOOD OBESITY.
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HED/HLT, FIN |
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240 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COSTS OF, AND THE SAFETY ISSUES RELATED TO TRAFFIC ROUNDABOUTS.
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TRN |
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241 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO INSTITUTE THE ELECTION OF DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS BY THE RESIDENT VOTERS OF THEIR RESPECTIVE COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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JUD |
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242 |
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT RULES TO REGULATE THE USE OF PUBLIC BEACHES.
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WLH |
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243 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO REPORT ANNUALLY TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE PROGRESS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND UPCOMING SCHEDULE OF BIKE PLAN HAWAII 2003.
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TRN |
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244 |
SUPPORTING THE CREATION AND WORK OF THE MAUI COUNTY HOSPITAL NEEDS TASK FORCE.
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HLT |
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245 |
REQUESTING A WAIVER OR RELAXATION OF VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR HUMANITARIAN REASONS.
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INT, HSH |
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246 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO EASE RESTRICTIONS ON THE ISSUANCE TEMPORARY VISAS AND EXTEND THE STAY LIMIT TO ALLOW FOREIGN MEDIATORS AND PARTIES IN NEED OF MEDIATION SERVICES TO ENTER THE STATE OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FACILITATING COMMUNICATION AND NEGOTIATION BETWEEN PARTIES TO RESOLVE DISPUTES.
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INT, JUD |
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247 |
REQUESTING THAT THE ISSUANCE OF VISAS FOR FAMILY REUNIFICATION OF IMMIGRANT RELATIVES BE EXPEDITED.
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INT, HSH |
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248 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AUDITOR TO AUDIT THE EWA VILLAGES REVITALIZATION PROJECT AND THAT THE TERMS OF THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT TO RENOVATE AND MAINTAIN THE HISTORIC PROPERTIES BE FACILITATED.
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WLH/TAC |
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249 |
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF STATE-PROVINCE RELATIONS OF FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF THUA THIEN-HUE OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM.
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INT, TAC |
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250 |
EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION.
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INT, HED/EDN |
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251 |
URGING THE WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES (WASC) TO INCREASE HAWAII'S MEMBERSHIP AND VOTES ON WASC TO STRENGTHEN THE STATE'S INPUT ON THE ACCREDITATION AND APPROVAL OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES IN THE REGION.
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INT, HED/EDN |
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252 |
REQUESTING D.H. HORTON TO SELL LAND PRESENTLY IN AGRICULTURAL CULTIVATION TO AN AGRICULTURAL INTEREST TO PRESERVE THE AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES ON THE LAND.
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AGR/WLH, FIN |
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253 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO ADDRESS THE UNDERREPRESENTATION OF FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATORS OF FILIPINO ANCESTRY WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE JURISDICTIONS.
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EDN/HED |
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254 |
REQUESTING THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF HILO'S NANILOA VOLCANOES RESORT TO PAY WORKERS RENOVATING THE RESORT THE PREVAILING WAGE REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 104, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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LAB |
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255 |
REQUESTING THE CREATION OF A TEMPORARY TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE ALL RELEVANT ISSUES THAT MAY CONTRIBUTE TO THE EXODUS OF PHYSICIANS FROM HAWAII AND TO RECOMMEND WAYS TO RETAIN PHYSICIANS IN THE STATE.
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HLT/HSH, LMG |
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256 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE MOLUCCA ALBIZIA TREE.
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WLH, HED |
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257 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF ADULT RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES.
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HSH/HLT, JUD |
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258 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND A POLICY TO REDUCE THE USE OF PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS.
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EEP, EDB |
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259 |
REQUESTING THE CREATION OF A HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP LEGISLATION FOR SMART GROWTH, LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT.
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WLH, LMG |
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260 |
URGING THE CREATION OF A TEMPORARY TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND DISCUSS REDUCING HAWAII'S DEPENDENCE ON IMPORTED OIL AND THE INCREASED USE OF ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCES.
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EEP, LMG |
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261 |
RECOGNIZING THE HISTORICAL AND ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF CENTRAL UNION CHURCH AND ITS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE.
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TAC |
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262 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM AND THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO INCREASE THEIR MARKETING EFFORTS IN THE NICHE MARKET OF HERITAGE TOURISM.
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TAC |
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263 |
CONVENING A JOINT TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING THE STRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS OF THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
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HLT, LMG |
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264 |
REQUESTING THE CENTER FOR PACIFIC ISLAND STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF PACIFIC ISLANDERS IN HAWAII.
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HSH, HED |
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265 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SEPARATE NANAKULI HIGH SCHOOL FROM NANAKULI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL.
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EDN, FIN |
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266 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO OPEN AND RECONFIGURE THE EASTBOUND AND WESTBOUND SHOULDER LANES FROM MAKAKILO DRIVE TO THE KUNIA INTERCHANGE NEAR THE EASTBOUND ON-RAMP ON THE H-1 FREEWAY DURING THE MORNING AND AFTERNOON RUSH HOURS TO HELP ALLEVIATE TRAFFIC CONGESTION.
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TRN, FIN |
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267 |
ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS BISHOP ESTATE TO EXPLORE THE OPTION OF OPENING A LEEWARD CAMPUS ON A LOCATION ALONG THE WAIANAE COAST.
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EDN/WLH |
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268 |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON HOUSING FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS.
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HSH, LAB |
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269 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A TRADE FAIR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR HAWAII BUSINESSES WISHING TO PARTICIPATE IN A TRADE FAIR OR MISSION TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO EMBARKING ON FOREIGN TRADE FAIRS OR MISSIONS REPRESENTING THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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EDB |
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270 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO REEVALUATE THE CURRENT STATUS OF HAWAII'S SISTER RELATIONSHIPS.
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INT, EDB |
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271 |
ENCOURAGING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO DEVELOP A VOLUNTARY REGISTRATION PROGRAM FOR MAINLAND HAWAIIAN ORGANIZATIONS TO MARKET HAWAII AS A VISITOR DESTINATION AND TO SHARE AND DISTRIBUTE EVENT INFORMATION, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT IDEAS, AND WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITIES.
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TAC/EDB |
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272 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT FUNDING IS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE COUNTIES FOR THE PAYMENT OF RECYCLERS WHO CARRY OUT COUNTY GLASS RECOVERY PROGRAMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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273 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO INVESTIGATE AND ASSIST IN THE RESOLUTION OF THE ISSUE OF OWNERSHIP OF ULALENA LOOP ROAD, AND REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SUBMIT A REPORT ON THE ESTIMATED COST OF REPAVING ULALENA LOOP ROAD.
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TRN/WLH, JUD |
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274 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EVALUATE PLANS BY YOUNG BROTHERS, LTD., TO DISCONTINUE ITS LESS-THAN-CONTAINER-LOAD INTERISLAND CARGO SERVICE.
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TRN, EDB |
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275 |
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT TO REPORT WHY EACH HAS NOT TAKEN PROACTIVE MEASURES TO ENSURE THE WATER RIGHTS OF EAST MAUI RESIDENTS AND TO ESTABLISH A SIMPLE, CLEAR, AND EFFICIENT PROCESS FOR INVESTIGATING VIOLATIONS OF WATER USE.
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WLH/AGR |
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276 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PROJECT CUDDLE AND ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF ADVERTISING ITS HOTLINE.
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HSH |
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277 |
AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE TWENTY-FOURTH LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII, 2007-2008.
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LMG |
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120 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO INCLUDE CATCHMENT WATER SYSTEMS WITHIN ITS REGULATORY FRAMEWORK.
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WLH |
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121 |
REQUESTING A REVIEW OF AMBIENT AIR STANDARDS FOR HYDROGEN SULFIDE EMISSIONS TO SUSTAIN AND PROTECT THE NATURAL BEAUTY AND AIR QUALITY OF THE KA IWI COASTLINE BETWEEN MAKAPUU AND HANAUMA BAY.
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EEP |
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122 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO GRANT SCHOOL ACADEMIC CREDIT TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO SERVE ON NONPROFIT BOARDS, ADVISORY COUNCILS, OR COMMISSIONS.
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EDN |
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123 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO GRANT SCHOOL CREDIT TO THE STUDENT MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION.
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EDN |
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124 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPROVE ITS DELIVERY OF SERVICES TO SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES BY RECONSIDERING THE RATES PAID TO INTENSIVE INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES CONSULTANTS.
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EDN, FIN |
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125 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DETERMINE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PUBLIC'S USE OF SCHOOL ATHLETIC FACILITIES.
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EDN, FIN |
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126 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROTECT THE ENDANGERED HAWAIIAN STILT BY REQUIRING AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED MAINTENANCE DREDGING OF HAWAII KAI MARINA.
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EEP, WLH |
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127 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO PROCLAIM THE LAST WEEK IN JULY OF EACH YEAR AS CONSERVATION WEEK.
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EEP |
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128 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO CEASE LIVE-FIRE MILITARY TRAINING EXERCISES AT MAKUA MILITARY RESERVATION.
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PSM, WLH |
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129 |
REQUESTING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SUPPORT THE GLOBAL DEMOCRACY PROMOTION ACT, WHICH WOULD REPEAL THE "GLOBAL GAG RULE" AND RELEASE MUCH-NEEDED FUNDS FOR INTERNATIONAL FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAMS.
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INT/HLT |
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130 |
CONVENING AN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK ADDRESSING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEX ASSAULT.
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HSH, FIN |
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131 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO SUPPORT THE ETHICAL RECRUITMENT OF NURSES.
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INT, HLT |
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132 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF A CAPITOL GIFT SHOP IN THE STATE CAPITOL BUILDING.
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LMG, FIN |
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133 |
SUPPORTING THE BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS' BILL OF RIGHTS OFFERED AS SENATE BILL NO. 1674 AND ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 3782 IN THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE.
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HSH, JUD |
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134 |
ENCOURAGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO INVEST IN HAWAII VENTURE CAPITAL.
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LAB/EDB, FIN |
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135 |
REQUESTING A COMPARISON STUDY OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AND THE BOARDS OF REGENTS OF SIMILAR STATE UNIVERSITIES ACROSS THE NATION.
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HED |
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136 |
REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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EDN, LMG |
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137 |
REQUESTING A STUDY OF STATE AND COUNTY INTERSECTIONS TO DETERMINE WHETHER TRAFFIC SIGNALS PROVIDE SUFFICIENT TIME FOR ELDERLY PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS THE STREET.
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TRN |
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138 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO ADDRESS MAJOR CONCERNS ALONG KALIHI STREET.
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TRN |
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139 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE REPAIR AND REPAVING OF SIDE STREETS ALONG KALIHI STREET.
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TRN |
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140 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CONSIDER INTERNAL MECHANISMS FOR IMPROVING ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES WITHOUT LEGISLATION.
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HSH |
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141 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO NEGOTIATE LOWER DRUG PRICES ON BEHALF OF MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES.
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HLT |
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142 |
URGING THE POLICE DEPARTMENTS OF THE COUNTIES OF MAUI, KAUAI, HAWAII, THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU, AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, SHERIFFS DIVISION, TO CONDUCT CHECKPOINTS SIMILAR TO THE PROGRAM OF "CLICK IT OR TICKET", TO BE CALLED "OPERATION ZERO TOLERANCE" TO CRACK DOWN ON AND DETER UNINSURED MOTORISTS.
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TRN, JUD |
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143 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE CABLE TELEVISION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.
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CPC, LMG |
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144 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO IMPLEMENT A SYSTEM WIDE SENIOR CITIZEN VISITOR PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZEN STUDENTS.
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HED |
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145 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO RECOMMEND A STATUTORY DEFINITION OF "UNDEREMPLOYMENT".
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LAB, LMG |
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146 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON USING PERFORMANCE AS A BASIS FOR AWARDING TAX CREDITS.
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FIN |
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147 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO MAKE HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS IMMUNIZATION AVAILABLE TO INDIGENT PATIENTS AND THROUGH THE TEEN VAX PROGRAM, AND URGING INSURERS TO OFFER HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS IMMUNIZATION TO FEMALE POLICYHOLDERS ELEVEN TO TWENTY-SIX YEARS OF AGE.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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148 |
URGING THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH, THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, AND THE UNIVERSITY LABORATORY SCHOOL TO WORK TOGETHER TO COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH A FACILITY FOR THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT UNIVERSITY AVENUE AND DOLE STREET.
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TAC/HED |
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149 |
URGING SUPPORT FOR MALAMA O KAMALI`I MAKAMAE IN ITS EFFORTS TO DEVELOP CARE HOME FACILITIES FOR ENDANGERED YOUNG CHILDREN FROM LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS, INCLUDING NATIVE HAWAIIAN CHILDREN AT HIGH RISK.
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HSH, FIN |
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150 |
REQUESTING THE STATE TO OBSERVE DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME.
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FIN |
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151 |
REQUESTING THE RELEVANT LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES TO AMEND THE LAW TO ALLOW THE COUNTY SURCHARGE ON STATE TAXES TO BE USED FOR PROJECTS THAT HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT OR DECREASE IN COSTS OF A TRANSIT CORRIDOR PROJECT SO AS TO INCLUDE HOT LANES AS A CONCURRENT SOLUTION TO TRAFFIC CONGESTION.
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TRN, LMG, FIN |
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152 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE COST FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING A FIXED-RAIL SYSTEM OF TRANSPORTATION CONNECTING THE KAHULUI-WAILUKU AREA, KIHEI, AND LAHAINA ON THE ISLAND OF MAUI.
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TRN, EDB/TAC, FIN |
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153 |
URGING THE MAJOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCERS OF POI TO PRODUCE POI WITH LESS WATER CONTENT.
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EDB, CPC |
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154 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING TO ASSEMBLE VARIOUS STATE, COUNTY, AND COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO MEET AND DEVELOP A HANAPEPE SALT POND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN.
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WLH, FIN |
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155 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH'S ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATION TO FORM A HAWAII CLIMATE ASSESSMENT TASK FORCE TO ASSESS THE EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND GLOBAL WARMING ON THE STATE.
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EEP, FIN |
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156 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO PROCLAIM THE SECOND SATURDAY IN OCTOBER OF EVERY YEAR AS E HO‘OLA I NA HELE DAY--GIVE LIFE TO THE TRAILS DAY.
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WLH |
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157 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO PROPOSE REVISIONS TO THEIR RESPECTIVE COUNTY CHARTERS TO AUTHORIZE CONSOLIDATION OF THE FIRST SPECIAL ELECTION AND THE SECOND SPECIAL ELECTION FOR NONPARTISAN COUNTY ELECTIVE OFFICIALS INTO A SINGLE ELECTION HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STATE GENERAL ELECTION.
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JUD |
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158 |
EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE LEGISLATURE THAT THE STATE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY COMMENCE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS FOR KUKUI GARDENS.
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HSH, FIN |
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159 |
REQUESTING ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR THE "SUSTAINABLE SAUNDERS" PROJECT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII – MANOA THAT SEEKS TO DEVELOP SAUNDERS HALL AS A MODEL FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY.
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HED, EEP |
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160 |
URGING CONGRESS TO PASS, AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO SIGN, THE CAMERON GULBRANSEN KIDS AND CAR SAFETY ACT.
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TRN |
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161 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION, TO REVIEW CHAPTER 6E, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, RELATING TO HISTORIC PROPERTIES.
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WLH/TAC |
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162 |
REQUESTING CERTAIN ACTION CONCERNING THE CONDUCTING OF A TEST TO CONVERT H-POWER ASH TO REUSABLE MATERIAL.
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EEP/WLH |
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163 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING A DIRECT ACCESS ON-RAMP FROM THE KANEOHE-BOUND LANES OF THE LIKELIKE HIGHWAY ONTO THE WINDWARD-BOUND LANES OF THE INTERSTATE H-3 FREEWAY TO KAILUA IN ORDER TO FACILITATE TRAVEL AND REDUCE TRAFFIC CONGESTION IN KANEOHE TOWN.
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TRN |
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164 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO DETERMINE PROPER OWNERSHIP OF THE LAND ON WHICH THE FORMER UNITED STATES COAST GUARD OMEGA STATION LIES.
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WLH |
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165 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO CONSIDER IMPLEMENTING SECTION 201.6, HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO COMMUNITY BASED GOVERNANCE ON HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
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WLH, JUD |
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166 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO DESIGN A LONG-TERM COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL PLAN AND CONDUCT A POLICY REVIEW.
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HED, FIN |
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167 |
REQUESTING THE FORMATION OF A UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SECOND CENTURY PROMISE TASK FORCE.
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HED, FIN |
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168 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO STUDY WHETHER LEASES BETWEEN RELATED ENTITIES IN THE CAR RENTAL INDUSTRY SHOULD BE SUBJECT TO HAWAII'S GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
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CPC/EDB, FIN |
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169 |
REQUESTING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO LEGISLATE A REDUCTION IN FEDERALLY REGULATED FEES OR AN EXEMPTION FROM FEDERAL STATUTES FOR TRANSPORTATION COSTS FOR LIVESTOCK FEED TO HAWAII.
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AGR |
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170 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS TO EFFECTIVELY PROTECT THE LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY IN HAWAII.
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AGR |
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171 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO ESTABLISH A ONE-TO-ONE COMPUTER ACCESS PROGRAM WITHIN THE STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM.
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EDN, FIN |
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172 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND CONGRESS TO DISCONTINUE FURTHER ESCALATION OF THE WAR IN IRAQ AND TO IMMEDIATELY COMMENCE THE ORDERLY WITHDRAWAL OF AMERICAN MILITARY FORCES FROM IRAQ.
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PSM |
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173 |
URGING CONGRESS TO ENACT THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE ACT.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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174 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON CERTAIN AQUATIC SURF RESOURCES IN THE STATE INCLUDING THE COST OF FUNDING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING ARTIFICIAL REEFS.
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WLH |
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175 |
URGING THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH, THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, AND THE UNIVERSITY LABORATORY SCHOOL TO WORK TOGETHER TO COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH A FACILITY FOR THE HAWAII ARTS CENTER FOR YOUTH ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT UNIVERSITY AVENUE AND DOLE STREET.
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TAC, HED |
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176 |
URGING HAWAII'S LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO USE THE "A CHILD IS MISSING" ALERT PROGRAM IN LOCATING MISSING PERSONS.
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JUD |
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177 |
REQUESTING THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SUBMIT A REPORT WITH INFORMATION REGARDING THE SALARIES OF UH-MANOA FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATORS.
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HED/LAB, FIN |
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178 |
REQUESTING A STUDY OF THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION SYSTEM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT AND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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LAB, LMG |
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179 |
REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE HAWAII EMPLOYERS' MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY.
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LAB/CPC, LMG |
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180 |
RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE TO COMMEMORATE THE HONORABLE SERVICE OF THE F-14 TOMCAT IN DEFENDING FREEDOM.
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PSM |
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181 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF CONSUMER PROTECTION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW THE PROCESSES, PROCEDURES, AND THE FUNDING MECHANISMS OF THE OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL.
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CPC, JUD, FIN |
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182 |
ESTABLISHING AN ELDER ABUSE TASK FORCE.
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HSH/HLT, JUD |
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183 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CASH AND COUNSELING PROGRAM IN OTHER STATES.
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HSH, LMG |
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184 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY PRE-PAID OR PRE-NEED FUNERAL OR BURIAL PLANS.
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CPC, LMG |
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185 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT MANOA COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES PUBLIC POLICY CENTER TO CONDUCT A COST‑BENEFIT ANALYSIS FOR A FAMILY CAREGIVER TAX CREDIT.
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HED/HSH/HLT, FIN |
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186 |
REQUESTING THE CLERK OF EACH COUNTY TO MAIL ABSENTEE BALLOTS IN A TIMELY MANNER TO PROMOTE INFORMED VOTING.
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JUD |
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187 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY RESPITE CARE.
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HSH/HLT, LMG |
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188 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY OTHER STATES' ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND COMPARE THEM TO HAWAII'S ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
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HSH, LMG |
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189 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL OUTREACH SERVICES TO HOMELESS CHILDREN IN HAWAII.
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HSH, FIN |
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190 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT H.R. 1287 AND S. 671 RELATING TO FILIPINO FAMILY REUNIFICATION, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION, TO PROVIDE PRIORITY ISSUANCE OF VISAS TO FILIPINO VETERANS' CHILDREN WITH APPROVED IMMIGRATION PETITIONS.
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PSM |
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191 |
STRONGLY OPPOSING THE FEE INCREASES PROPOSED BY THE UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES.
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INT, FIN |
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192 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT THE FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS EQUITY ACT OF 2007 BY ADOPTING H.R. 760 AND S. 57, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION, TO PROVIDE FEDERAL VETERANS BENEFITS AND SERVICES TO WORLD WAR II FILIPINO AND FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS.
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PSM |
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193 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ESTABLISH THE OFFICE OF LANGUAGE ACCESS.
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HSH, FIN |
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194 |
REQUESTING THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND LABOR AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON LABOR TO CONVENE A JOINT HEARING ON THE LABOR FORCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROPOSED TURTLE BAY RESORT EXPANSION AND THE IMPACTS THAT A LARGE INCREASE IN EMPLOYEES MAY HAVE ON THE SPARSELY POPULATED NORTH SHORE OF OAHU.
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LAB, TAC/EDB, LMG |
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195 |
REQUESTING THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A JOINT HEARING WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER THE LIKELY IMPACTS ON TRAFFIC BY THE PROPOSED TURTLE BAY RESORT EXPANSION AND MITIGATIVE MEASURES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE EXPANSION.
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TRN, TAC/EDB, LMG |
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196 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO REPORT ON THE STATUS OF WAIMEA VALLEY.
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WLH |
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197 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND MANAGERS RIDGE LLC TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE KAHUKU HIGH AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL AGRICULTURE PROGRAM.
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EDN, FIN |
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198 |
REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF AN OPEN ROAD RACING EVENT ON OAHU.
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TRN/PSM |
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199 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING, DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO WORK WITH THE COUNTY AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT THE 2006 OCEAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN.
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WLH |
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200 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO IMMEDIATELY CONVENE AN AIRCRAFT NOISE ABATEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO WORK WITH THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO ESTABLISH EFFECTIVE NOISE ABATEMENT PROCEDURES AND TO ADOPT RULES AND REGULATIONS IN ORDER TO MITIGATE AIRCRAFT NOISE IMPACTS ON NOISE SENSITIVE AREAS.
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TRN, EEP |
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201 |
REQUESTING THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH NOISE SENSITIVE OPERATING PROCEDURES AND AIR TRAFFIC PATTERNS TO REDUCE AND CONTROL AIRCRAFT NOISE IMPACTS.
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TRN, EEP |
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202 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO FUND BREAST CANCER AND CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING FOR LOW-INCOME WOMEN IN HAWAII.
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HLT/HSH, FIN |
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203 |
ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP A SKIN CANCER EDUCATION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM AND COLLECT DATA ON THE INCIDENCE OF ALL FORMS OF SKIN CANCER AMONG RESIDENTS AND TO WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT A CANCER AWARENESS PROGRAM IN ALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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HLT/EDN, FIN |
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204 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO FACILITATE PROVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO NON-CITIZEN VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING.
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HSH, JUD, FIN |
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205 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COST OF ESTABLISHING A SUN PROTECTION PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND COUNTY-SPONSORED PROGRAMS.
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HLT/EDN, FIN |
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206 |
REQUESTING CONGRESS TO REPEAL OR AMEND THAT PORTION OF PUBLIC LAW NO. 109-364 THAT ALLOWS THE PRESIDENT TO TAKE CONTROL OF THE NATIONAL GUARD WITHOUT THE CONSENT OF THE GOVERNOR AND TO DECLARE MARTIAL LAW.
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PSM, JUD |
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207 |
ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS BISHOP ESTATE TO KEEP KAMILO NUI VALLEY IN AGRICULTURAL LAND USE AND TO RENEGOTIATE AFFORDABLE LEASE RENTS TO ALLOW EXISTING FARMERS TO REMAIN ON THEIR FARM LOTS UNTIL 2025.
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AGR/WLH |
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208 |
REQUESTING HAWAII AMERICAN WATER COMPANY TO IMPLEMENT AN ODOR MITIGATION PLAN FOR ITS FACILITY IN HAWAII KAI.
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EEP |
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209 |
REQUESTING HAWAII KAI COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO ESTABLISH A KA IWI SHORELINE ADVISORY WATCH.
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WLH |
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|
210 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REQUIRE DEVELOPERS TO APPEAR BEFORE THE APPROPRIATE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARDS FOLLOWING CHANGES IN CONSTRUCTION OR DEVELOPMENT PLANS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY THE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD.
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WLH |
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|
211 |
URGING THAT THE TENURE PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION CONTRACT WITH THE STATE BE AMENDED TO DECREASE THE HIGH TURNOVER RATE OF TEACHERS IN RURAL AREA SCHOOLS, AND PREVENT THOSE SCHOOLS FROM BEING DISPROPORTIONATELY STAFFED WITH INEXPERIENCED, UNTENURED TEACHERS.
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EDN/LAB, FIN |
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212 |
REQUESTING THE STATE TO PROTECT THE TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN TARO VARIETIES AND THE FAMOUS TARO GROWING AREAS(WET AND DRY) OF THE STATE AS UNIQUE AND CHERISHED RESOURCES CONTRIBUTING TO THE SPECIAL IDENTITY AND WELL-BEING OF HAWAI’I.
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AGR/WLH |
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|
213 |
REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO ALLOW MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVES WHO ARE STILL RECOVERING FROM ILLNESSES OR INJURIES INCURRED IN THE LINE OF DUTY WHILE MOBILIZED FOR DEPLOYMENT TO IRAQ OR AFGHANISTAN, AND WHO HAVE EITHER BEEN DISCHARGED FOR MEDICAL REASONS OR RELEASED FROM ACTIVE DUTY TO THEIR RESERVE COMPONENT UNITS, TO CONTINUE TO HAVE ACCESS TO DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE MEDICAL FACILITIES ON THE SAME BASIS AS ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS, OR TO RECEIVE TRICARE COVERAGE ON THE SAME BASIS AS RETIREES.
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PSM |
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|
214 |
REQUESTING THE MAYOR AND THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO RESTRICT ANNUAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASES TO LESS THAN TEN PER CENT OF THE PRIOR YEAR'S PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT.
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FIN |
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|
215 |
REQUESTING THE SPARK M. MATSUNAGA INSTITUTE FOR PEACE, LOCATED WITHIN THE CENTER FOR POLICY STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA, TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF DESIGNATING HAWAII AS THE "GENEVA OF THE PACIFIC".
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INT, HED |
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|
216 |
URGING A COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT REVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S OPERATIONS.
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EDN, LMG |
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|
217 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO INCREASE, FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARIES, THE LEVELS OF PROVISIONAL INCOME, WHICH INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS, BY AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE FEDERAL COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE GRANTED TO FEDERAL EMPLOYEES IN HAWAII.
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HSH |
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|
218 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF HALE NA‘AU PONO AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH'S COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS' DELIVERY OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES TO RESIDENTS STATEWIDE.
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HLT, LMG, FIN |
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219 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT TO REMOVE DESIGNATED UNITS AT KALIHI VALLEY HOMES FROM THE LIST OF STRUCTURES SCHEDULED FOR DEMOLITION AND TO WORK WITH THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY TO RENOVATE THE BUILDINGS INSTEAD.
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HSH, FIN |
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|
220 |
REQUESTING A STUDY OF MONETARY AWARDS IN TORT CASES IN HAWAII WITHIN THE PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS.
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JUD, LMG |
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|
221 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING A MULTI-PURPOSE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS PROCESSING FACILITY OR FACILITIES.
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AGR, LMG |
||
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222 |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS AND RECOMMEND CHANGES IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF STATE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS.
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LAB, LMG |
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223 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP A DEVELOPMENT, EARLY EDUCATION, AND EDUCATION PLAN FOR CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME.
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EDN/HED, HLT, FIN |
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|
224 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DETERMINE WHICH VIOLATIONS REQUIRE THE TIME AND RESOURCES OF THE DISTRICT COURT FOR ADJUDICATION.
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WLH, JUD |
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225 |
REQUESTING THE EXAMINER OF DRIVERS TO MAKE FINDINGS OF REASONABLE CAUSE OF INCOMPETENCE BASED UPON REPORTS OF VARIOUS PROFESSIONALS OR PEOPLE.
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TRN, JUD |
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226 |
URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO COMPLY WITH THE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2004 AND TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF OUR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
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EDN/HLT, FIN |
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227 |
SUPPORTING THE CONTINUED VIABILITY OF KEWALO BASIN HARBOR BY TRANSFERRING AND MAINTAINING EXCLUSIVE AUTHORITY UNDER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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TRN/WLH, FIN |
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228 |
STRONGLY SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF THE JERUSALEM PROJECT AND EXTENDING EXPRESSIONS OF HOPE FOR A CONTINUUM OF PEACEFUL INTERACTION, COOPERATION, AND DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE PEOPLES AND THE NATIONS OF THE MIDDLE EAST.
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INT, PSM |
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229 |
REQUESTING THE CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO TAKE ACTION TO OBTAIN ASSISTANCE FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO CONDUCT AN ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF THE STORAGE USE, AND DISPOSAL OF DEPLETED URANIUM MUNITIONS IN HAWAII.
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PSM/HLT, EEP |
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|
230 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A PANEL TO STUDY THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE INTERISLAND TRANSPORTATION OF GILL NETS OR LAY NETS AND THE SPREAD OF FOREIGN MARINE SPECIES.
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WLH |
||
|
231 |
REQUESTING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE AND SUPPORT FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS CONCERNS REGARDING THE INSPECTION OF PLANTS AND PRODUCTS FROM FOREIGN COUNTRIES TO PREVENT INVASIVE SPECIES FROM ENTERING THE STATE.
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AGR |
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|
232 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE SECONDARY-LEVEL STUDENTS WITH LUNCH IF THEY ARE UNABLE TO PAY, AND OBTAIN REIMBURSEMENT FROM THEIR PARENTS.
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EDN, FIN |
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|
233 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REVIEW THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE DEPARTMENT'S BOATING SPEED LIMIT GUIDELINE IN DESIGNATED HUMPBACK WHALE AREAS.
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WLH |
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|
234 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE JUDICIARY'S PROGRAMS FOR PERSONS SENTENCED TO COMMUNITY SERVICE.
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JUD/LMG |
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235 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CANVASS LEGISLATION IN OTHER STATES TARGETED SPECIFICALLY AT REDUCING NEGATIVE MEDICAL OUTCOMES.
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HLT, LMG |
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236 |
REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TEMPORARY TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE ALL RELEVANT ISSUES, OTHER THAN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LIABILITY AND INSURANCE PREMIUMS, THAT MAY CONTRIBUTE TO THE EXODUS OF PHYSICIANS FROM THE STATE.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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|
237 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STUDY THE AIR COOLING NEEDS OF EACH SCHOOL COMPLEX AND TO REVIEW THE FEASIBILITY OF USING ALTERNATIVE AIR COOLING METHODS SUCH AS FANS, HEAT REDUCTION, INSULATION, AND ENERGY EFFICIENT INDIVIDUAL AIR CONDITIONING WALL UNITS.
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EDN/EEP, FIN |
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|
238 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO INCREASE ACADEMIC SERVICES TO STUDENTS IN THE AFTER-SCHOOL PLUS PROGRAM.
|
EDN, FIN |
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239 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO ASSESS THEIR CURRENT LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS FOR TRANSIENT VACATION RENTALS.
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TAC, WLH |
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240 |
REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO RECOMMEND A PROCESS TO CREATE A CITIZEN ROAD WATCH PROGRAM.
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TRN, FIN |
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|
241 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, AND VANPOOL HAWAII TO WORK COOPERATIVELY TO CREATE A SENIOR VAN POOL PROGRAM.
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TRN, FIN |
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242 |
ESTABLISHING A KAPAA QUARRY ROAD SAFETY TASK FORCE TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO DEVELOP AND RECOMMEND TRAFFIC SAFETY MEASURES FOR KAPAA QUARRY ROAD IN ORDER TO ALLEVIATE DANGEROUS ROAD CONDITIONS AND REDUCE HAZARDOUS DRIVING PRACTICES.
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TRN, FIN |
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243 |
REQUESTING A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING A MULTIMEDIA ACCELERATED LEARNING TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAM IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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244 |
DECLARING SEPTEMBER 28 AS CONFUCIUS DAY IN HAWAII.
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TAC |
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245 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO STUDENTS FROM PACIFIC ISLAND JURISDICTIONS THAT HAVE HISTORICAL TIES TO THE UNITED STATES BUT DO NOT HAVE PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS THAT GRANT BACCALAUREATE DEGREES.
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HED, FIN |
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246 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF FORMING A CENTER FOR HYDROGEN BASED ENERGY STUDY.
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EEP, FIN |
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247 |
REQUESTING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND THE IDENTITY THEFT TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY WAYS IN WHICH THE PROCESS OF NOTARIZING DOCUMENTS CAN BE IMPROVED TO REDUCE IDENTITY THEFT.
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CPC, JUD |
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248 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP COST ESTIMATES AND PLANS TO MAKE EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS TO KAPAA, KAUAI, AND WAIMEA HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUMS.
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EDN, FIN |
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249 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER BUILDING A BIKEWAY CORRIDOR ALONGSIDE THE FIXED GUIDEWAY SYSTEM AND UNDERNEATH THE ELEVATED SECTIONS.
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TRN |
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250 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO SURVEY WHETHER AND HOW WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAWS IN OTHER STATES ARE USED TO COVER EMPLOYEE DISABILITIES CAUSED BY MULTIPLE CHEMICAL SENSITIVITIES.
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LAB, LMG |
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251 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
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LAB, LMG, FIN |
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252 |
REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES STUDY AND EVALUATE ALTERNATIVES IN UPGRADING THE STATE’S PAYROLL AND PERSONNEL SYSTEMS.
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LAB, FIN |
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253 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REQUEST THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO PROHIBIT DUMPING OF VESSEL SEWAGE WITHIN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS HUMPBACK WHALE NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY.
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WLH, EEP |
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254 |
REQUESTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATEWIDE GREENBELTS STRATEGY TO PROMOTE IDENTIFICATION OR DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS THAT ARE BASED ON THE REDUCTION OF AUTOMOBILE USE OR ALTERNATIVES TO THE AUTOMOBILE.
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TRN, WLH/EEP |
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255 |
SUPPORTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF CULTURALLY VALUABLE DISTRICTS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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TAC, WLH |
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256 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF REQUIRING HEALTH INSURERS TO COVER MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS' SERVICES WITHIN MENTAL HEALTH AND ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS.
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HSH/CPC, LMG |
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257 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO DEVELOP A LONG-RANGE, COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE FUTURE OF KALAUPAPA.
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HLT, WLH |
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258 |
REQUESTING THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TO ESTABLISH INSTREAM FLOW STANDARDS FOR ALL STREAMS IN THE HANA DISTRICT.
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WLH |
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259 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ASSIST IN THE PERPETUATION OF AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES ON THE EWA PLAINS.
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AGR/WLH |
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260 |
REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WLH, LMG |
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261 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO INVESTIGATE ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS TO POWER WATER PUMPS IN THE WAIKOLU TUNNEL OF THE MOLOKAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
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EEP/AGR, LMG |
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262 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE ADJUTANT GENERAL TO TAKE A VARIETY OF ACTIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE EXPOSURE OF MEMBERS OF THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD AND VETERANS TO DEPLETED URANIUM.
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HLT, PSM |
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263 |
REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF A NATIVE HAWAIIAN HEALING PROGRAM ON KAHO‘OLAWE.
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PSM, WLH |
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264 |
REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF THE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT PROCESS ON PUBLIC EDUCATION AND GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION STATIONS.
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CPC, LMG |
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265 |
ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING THE NOMINATION AND DESIGNATION OF THE NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT, PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA, AS A WORLD HERITAGE SITE.
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EEP, WLH |
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266 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO COLLABORATE WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO DEVELOP A TREE CROP INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR TREE FARMS IN HAWAII.
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AGR |
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267 |
URGING STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES TO ACCOUNT FOR SEA-LEVEL RISE AND MINIMIZE RISKS FROM COASTAL HAZARDS.
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EEP, WLH |
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268 |
REQUESTING A STUDY ON ESTABLISHING A HAWAII STATE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY.
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WLH, LMG |
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269 |
URGING THE OWNERS OF THE TURTLE BAY RESORT TO STOP FURTHER DEVELOPMENT PENDING THE PREPARATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A SUPPLEMENTAL STATEMENT TO ITS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT.
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EEP, TAC/EDB |
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270 |
REQUESTING THE ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE HAWAII ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT AND RECOMMEND CHANGES.
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EEP, JUD, FIN |
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271 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF ACQUIRING PROPERTY NEAR THE ISAAC HALE BEACH PARK AND POHOIKI BOAT RAMP IN PUNA, HAWAII.
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WLH, FIN |
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272 |
URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCLUDE IN ALL LAND USE APPROVALS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, CONDITIONS REQUIRING THE CONCURRENT PROVISION OF ALL INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIRED BY THE DEVELOPMENT.
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HSH, WLH |
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273 |
URGING THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING TO ENSURE THAT THE INFRASTRUCTURE NECESSARY TO SUPPORT ANY NEW DEVELOPMENT IS BUILT.
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HSH, WLH |
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274 |
REQUESTING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PASS AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING PLANS AND PERMITS FOR ALL LARGE RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH SMART GROWTH PRINCIPLES.
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WLH/EDB |
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275 |
REQUESTING CONGRESS TO ENACT ENABLING LEGISLATION TO PERMIT STATE REGULATION OF INTERISLAND AIR CARRIERS BY AN AIR CARRIER COMMISSION ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO ACT 332, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 1993.
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TRN, CPC |
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276 |
OPPOSING THE ENACTMENT BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE LEGISLATURE OF A BILL PROPOSING TO IMPOSE A FEE ON THE PROCESSING OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BECAUSE OF THE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF THE FEE ON THE PEOPLE AND THE ECONOMY OF THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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TRN, EDB/CPC |
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277 |
STRONGLY URGING THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO RECONSIDER THE SELECTION OF THE SALT LAKE ALIGNMENT AND TO COMMIT TO CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIXED GUIDEWAY SYSTEM ALONG THE AIRPORT/PEARL HARBOR ALIGNMENT.
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TRN, FIN |
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278 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO PROVIDE FOR THE IMMEDIATE REPAIR OF HUI F ROAD, AND URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO INVENTORY ITS ROADS IN LIMBO.
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TRN, WLH |
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279 |
URGING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO IMMEDIATELY REMOVE THE DERELICT SAILBOAT "DOLPHIN" FROM THE REEF IN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS HUMPBACK WHALE NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY AREA FACING FRONT STREET, LAHAINA, MAUI.
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WLH |
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280 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON CREATING A ONE-STOP PERMIT SHOP FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS.
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EEP |
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281 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO ASSIST THE DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING OF A RAPID ELECTROCHEMICAL DETECTION PRODUCT WITH TAX INCENTIVES TO PRIVATE COMPANIES FOR RELATED WORK.
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HLT, FIN |
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282 |
URGING THE HAWAII CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SEEK AMENDMENTS TO THE MEDICARE PAYMENT SYSTEM TO INCREASE REIMBURSEMENTS TO HAWAII'S HOSPITALS.
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HLT, FIN |
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283 |
REQUESTING THE CIVIL DEFENSE DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, IN COOPERATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, TO BEGIN NECESSARY PREPARATIONS TO ESTABLISH A MOBILE EMERGENCY HOSPITAL UNIT IN HAWAII.
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PSM/HLT, FIN |
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284 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO STUDY THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL IMPACT OF MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR USE OF THE LG1 INTELLIGENT MEDICAL VIGILANCE SYSTEM.
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HLT, CPC, LMG |
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285 |
ENCOURAGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS AND THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH TO NEGOTIATE A SETTLEMENT REGARDING THE INCOME AND PROCEEDS FROM THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST.
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WLH/JUD, FIN |
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286 |
ENCOURAGING THE USE OF THE NAME "PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT".
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WLH |
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287 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO REPORT ON ITS EXPERIENCE WITH AND TO EVALUATE THE CURRENT SYSTEM FOR CONDOMINIUM DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
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CPC/JUD |
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288 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY, AND THE HAWAII VISITORS AND CONVENTION BUREAU TO CONDUCT ACTIVITIES TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF VISITORS FROM TAIWAN.
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INT, TAC |
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289 |
REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE IMPACT ON THE STATE ECONOMY CAUSED BY THE CONCENTRATION IN OWNERSHIP OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LANDS.
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EDB/WLH, LMG |
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290 |
URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO ENTER INTO A FREE TRADE AGREEMENT WITH TAIWAN.
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INT, EDB |
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291 |
REQUESTING THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION TO CONFER "OBSERVER STATUS" UPON TAIWAN IN ORDER TO PERMIT TAIWAN'S PARTICIPATION IN THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES.
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INT, HLT |
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292 |
RECOGNIZING THE NUUANU-LILIHA CORRIDOR AS THE NUUANU-LILIHA HISTORIC CORRIDOR.
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WLH |
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293 |
URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CHANGE THE HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO ALLOW RAPID HIV TESTING IN THE STATE.
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HLT |
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294 |
REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE HAWAII STATE QUEST PROGRAM TO EVALUATE ITS CURRENT PERFORMANCE IN STABILIZING HEALTH CARE COSTS AND EXPANDING ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN HAWAII.
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HLT/HSH, LMG, FIN |
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295 |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE LEGISLATURE TO CONVENE A HAWAII BROADBAND TASK FORCE TO EXPAND BROADBAND ACCESS AND USAGE IN HAWAII.
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EDB, LMG |
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296 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH AT LEAST ONE CIVIC STANDARD AT EVERY GRADE LEVEL FROM K-12 THAT INTEGRATES SERVICE LEARNING AND EXPECTS STUDENTS TO ENGAGE, PARTICIPATE, AND BECOME ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.
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EDN |
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297 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO STATION A LIFEGUARD AT MAKENA BEACH PARK.
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WLH, FIN |
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298 |
REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPANDING THE DISLOCATED WORKERS PROGRAM.
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LAB, TAC/EDB |
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299 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH A FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITION IN THE AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES, WHOSE DUTIES WOULD INCLUDE RESEARCH ON HAWAII'S PROBLEM OF CHILDHOOD OBESITY.
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HED/HLT, FIN |
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300 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COSTS OF, AND THE SAFETY ISSUES RELATED TO TRAFFIC ROUNDABOUTS.
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TRN |
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301 |
REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO INSTITUTE THE ELECTION OF DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS BY THE RESIDENT VOTERS OF THEIR RESPECTIVE COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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JUD |
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302 |
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT RULES TO REGULATE THE USE OF PUBLIC BEACHES.
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WLH |
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303 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO REPORT ANNUALLY TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE PROGRESS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND UPCOMING SCHEDULE OF BIKE PLAN HAWAII 2003.
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TRN |
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304 |
SUPPORTING THE CREATION AND WORK OF THE MAUI COUNTY HOSPITAL NEEDS TASK FORCE.
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HLT |
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305 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PROGRAM AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF HONOLULU COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM.
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HSH, LMG |
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306 |
REQUESTING A WAIVER OR RELAXATION OF VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR HUMANITARIAN REASONS.
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INT, HSH |
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307 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO EASE RESTRICTIONS ON THE ISSUANCE TEMPORARY VISAS AND EXTEND THE STAY LIMIT TO ALLOW FOREIGN MEDIATORS AND PARTIES IN NEED OF MEDIATION SERVICES TO ENTER THE STATE OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FACILITATING COMMUNICATION AND NEGOTIATION BETWEEN PARTIES TO RESOLVE DISPUTES.
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INT, JUD |
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308 |
REQUESTING THAT THE ISSUANCE OF VISAS FOR FAMILY REUNIFICATION OF IMMIGRANT RELATIVES BE EXPEDITED.
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INT, HSH |
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309 |
RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING HAWAII COURTS TO ALLOW A SENTENCING OPTION FOR REPEAT DRUG OFFENDERS OR DRUG RELATED OFFENDERS TO ATTEND THE SECOND CHANCE CENTER PROGRAM AT THE SECURE DRUG TREATMENT FACILITY IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO.
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PSM, JUD |
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310 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEFINE AND DISCLOSE THE LAND BOUNDARIES OF CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL, ILIMA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL, KAIMILOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND POHAKEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, INCLUDING COMMON AREAS SHARED BY THE SCHOOLS.
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EDN |
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311 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF REDUCING OR ELIMINATING THE USE OF TRANS FAT IN FOOD PREPARATION AND FOOD SERVICE BY HAWAII'S RESTAURANT INDUSTRY.
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HLT, EDB |
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312 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO DECLARE MAY 27, 2007 AS "HONORING OUR SOLDIERS DAY".
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PSM |
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313 |
REQUESTING THE CITY AUDITOR TO AUDIT THE EWA VILLAGES REVITALIZATION PROJECT AND THAT THE TERMS OF THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT TO RENOVATE AND MAINTAIN THE HISTORIC PROPERTIES BE FACILITATED.
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WLH/TAC |
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314 |
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF STATE-PROVINCE RELATIONS OF FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF THUA THIEN-HUE OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM.
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INT, TAC |
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315 |
EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION.
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INT, HED/EDN |
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316 |
URGING THE WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES (WASC) TO INCREASE HAWAII'S MEMBERSHIP AND VOTES ON WASC TO STRENGTHEN THE STATE'S INPUT ON THE ACCREDITATION AND APPROVAL OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES IN THE REGION.
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INT, HED/EDN |
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317 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO IMPLEMENT A TRANSPORTATION PERFORMANCE PROGRAM.
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TRN, FIN |
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318 |
REQUESTING THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT TO ADOPT A POLICY OF RESTRICTING PUBLIC HOUSING TENANCY TO NOT MORE THAN FIVE YEARS EXCEPT IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
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HSH |
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319 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO ADDRESS THE UNDERREPRESENTATION OF FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATORS OF FILIPINO ANCESTRY WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE JURISDICTIONS.
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EDN/HED |
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320 |
REQUESTING THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF HILO'S NANILOA VOLCANOES RESORT TO PAY WORKERS RENOVATING THE RESORT THE PREVAILING WAGE REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 104, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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LAB |
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321 |
REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE MOLUCCA ALBIZIA TREE.
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WLH, HED |
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322 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF ADULT RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES.
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HSH/HLT, JUD |
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323 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND A POLICY TO REDUCE THE USE OF PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS.
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EEP, EDB |
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324 |
RECOGNIZING THE HISTORICAL AND ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF CENTRAL UNION CHURCH AND ITS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE.
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TAC |
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325 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM AND THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO INCREASE THEIR MARKETING EFFORTS IN THE NICHE MARKET OF HERITAGE TOURISM.
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TAC |
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326 |
CONVENING A JOINT TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING THE STRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS OF THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
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HLT, LMG |
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327 |
REQUESTING THE CENTER FOR PACIFIC ISLAND STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF PACIFIC ISLANDERS IN HAWAII.
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INT, HED |
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328 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SEPARATE NANAKULI HIGH SCHOOL FROM NANAKULI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL.
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EDN, FIN |
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329 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO OPEN AND RECONFIGURE THE EASTBOUND AND WESTBOUND SHOULDER LANES FROM MAKAKILO DRIVE TO THE KUNIA INTERCHANGE NEAR THE EASTBOUND ON-RAMP ON THE H-1 FREEWAY DURING THE MORNING AND AFTERNOON RUSH HOURS TO HELP ALLEVIATE TRAFFIC CONGESTION.
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TRN, FIN |
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330 |
ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS BISHOP ESTATE TO EXPLORE THE OPTION OF OPENING A LEEWARD CAMPUS ON A LOCATION ALONG THE WAIANAE COAST.
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EDN/WLH |
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331 |
URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO IDENTIFY AND FACILITATE THE RETURN OF ANY CEDED LANDS NOT BEING USED TO THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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WLH |
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332 |
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CHARGE RESIDENT TUITION TO PACIFIC ISLAND STUDENTS.
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HED, FIN |
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333 |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON HOUSING FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS.
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HSH, LAB |
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334 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A TRADE FAIR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR HAWAII BUSINESSES WISHING TO PARTICIPATE IN A TRADE FAIR OR MISSION TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO EMBARKING ON FOREIGN TRADE FAIRS OR MISSIONS REPRESENTING THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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INT, EDB |
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335 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO REEVALUATE THE CURRENT STATUS OF HAWAII'S SISTER RELATIONSHIPS.
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INT, EDB |
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336 |
ENCOURAGING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO DEVELOP A VOLUNTARY REGISTRATION PROGRAM FOR MAINLAND HAWAIIAN ORGANIZATIONS TO MARKET HAWAII AS A VISITOR DESTINATION AND TO SHARE AND DISTRIBUTE EVENT INFORMATION, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT IDEAS, AND WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITIES.
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TAC/EDB |
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337 |
REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES TO FACILITATE PROVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING PENDING REPATRIATION OR DETERMINATION OF RESIDENCY STATUS.
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HSH, FIN |
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338 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT FUNDING IS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE COUNTIES FOR THE PAYMENT OF RECYCLERS WHO CARRY OUT COUNTY GLASS RECOVERY PROGRAMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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339 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO INVESTIGATE AND ASSIST IN THE RESOLUTION OF THE ISSUE OF OWNERSHIP OF ULALENA LOOP ROAD, AND REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SUBMIT A REPORT ON THE ESTIMATED COST OF REPAVING ULALENA LOOP ROAD.
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TRN/WLH, JUD |
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340 |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EVALUATE PLANS BY YOUNG BROTHERS, LTD., TO DISCONTINUE ITS LESS-THAN-CONTAINER-LOAD INTERISLAND CARGO SERVICE.
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TRN, EDB |
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341 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE'S MANAGEMENT OF THE MOLOKAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
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AGR, LMG |
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342 |
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE'S OPERATION OF THE MOLOKAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
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AGR, LMG |
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343 |
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT TO REPORT WHY EACH HAS NOT TAKEN PROACTIVE MEASURES TO ENSURE THE WATER RIGHTS OF EAST MAUI RESIDENTS AND TO ESTABLISH A SIMPLE, CLEAR, AND EFFICIENT PROCESS FOR INVESTIGATING VIOLATIONS OF WATER USE.
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WLH/AGR |
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344 |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PROJECT CUDDLE AND ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF ADVERTISING ITS HOTLINE.
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HSH |
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REQUESTING ENACTMENT OF H.R. 901/S. 4070, "FILIPINO FAMILY REUNIFICATION", OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT GRANTS THE PRIORITY ISSUANCE OF VISAS TO VETERANS' CHILDREN WITH APPROVED IMMIGRATION PETITIONS.
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INT, PSM |
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REQUESTING ENACTMENT OF H.R. 4574/S. 57, "FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS EQUITY ACT OF 2007" OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT PROVIDES FEDERAL VETERANS BENEFITS AND SERVICES TO THE WORLD WAR II FILIPINO AMERICAN VETERANS AND THE FILIPINO VETERANS.
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT S.57 AND H.R.760, ENTITLED THE FILIPINO VETERANS EQUITY ACT OF 2007.
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