OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
TWENTY-EIGHTH STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 33
28TH LEGISLATIVE DAY-MARCH 16, 2015
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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 |
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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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HSG - Housing |
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HUS - Human Services |
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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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OMH - Ocean, Marine Resources, & Hawaiian Affairs |
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PBS - Public Safety |
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TOU - Tourism |
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TRN - Transportation |
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VMI - Veterans, Military, & International Affairs, & Culture and the Arts |
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WAL - Water & Land |
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APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATE-PROVINCE AFFILIATION BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF BOHOL OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AHA MOKU ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO ENGAGE STAKEHOLDERS IN ORDER TO DEVELOP AND ADOPT RULES FOR ITS OPERATION AND ADMINISTRATION.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FOLLOW-UP AUDIT ON THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY'S CONTRACTING FOR PRISON BEDS AND SERVICES.
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PBS, FIN |
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EXPRESSING ALOHA AND SOLIDARITY WITH THE PEOPLE OF FRANCE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION TO INITIATE RESCHEDULING PROCEEDINGS TO REMOVE MARIJUANA FROM SCHEDULE I OF THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT BECAUSE MARIJUANA DOES NOT MEET THE CRITERIA OF A FEDERAL SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE.
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HLT, JUD |
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ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY, REVIEW, AND REVISE THE DEFINITION OF MURDER IN THE FIRST DEGREE.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES IS URGED TO OPERATE THE WATER PUMPING SYSTEM OF THE STATE CAPITOL PONDS FOR TWO HOURS PER DAY.
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FIN |
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RECOGNIZING HAWAIIAN NATIONALS AS A POPULATION RESIDING LAWFULLY IN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS.
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OMH, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONSIDER REQUIRING THAT EMPLOYEES OF WATERSPORT EXCURSION COMPANIES WHO TAKE CUSTOMERS ON WATERSPORT EXCURSIONS RECEIVE LIFEGUARD TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ESTABLISH SMALL BOAT HARBOR ADVISORY GROUPS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF, AND DRAFT PROPOSED LEGISLATION RELATING TO, THE CARE OF RESCUED ANIMALS AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR, AND IMMUNITY FROM, CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LIABILITY FOR THE CARE OF RESCUED ANIMALS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR, BOARD OF EDUCATION, AND THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION TO ESTABLISH A MINIMUM MEDIAN SALARY, ADJUSTED FOR THE COST OF LIVING, THAT IS NOT THE LOWEST IN THE NATION AMONG METROPOLITAN AREAS.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING ALL STATE AGENCIES TO RETROFIT STREET LIGHTS AND OTHER OUTDOOR LAMP LIGHTING FIXTURES WITH ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE BULBS, WHERE APPROPRIATE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII ELECTRICAL UTILITIES TO ADOPT A POLICY FOR THE FUTURE ELECTRICAL GRID TO SUPPORT THE USE OF MICRO-GRIDS AND SELF-SUFFICIENT RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO INVESTIGATE AND ASSESS SAFETY CONCERNS AND POTENTIAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR QUEEN KAAHUMANU HIGHWAY FROM MAKALA BOULEVARD TO HENRY STREET ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW ITS CURRENT POLICY ON AFFIRMATIVE CONSENT.
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HED, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CREATION OF A STRUCTURAL LICENSING BOARD.
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LAB, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES IN CONSULTATION WITH THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO DEVELOP PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO PROTECT AND RESTORE ILIAHI, HAWAII'S ENDEMIC SANDALWOOD.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES AND THE POTENTIAL TO PROVIDE NEW LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES TO SENIOR CITIZENS.
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HUS, HED |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ORGANIZE AND COORDINATE OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE AND IDENTIFY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO INVESTIGATE AND COORDINATE THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL, EDUCATIONAL, HOUSING, AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO MIGRANTS FROM FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES.
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HUS, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO NOT CONSIDER CERTAIN BENEFITS UNDER TITLE II OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT AS INCOME WHEN DETERMINING MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY AND TO ADOPT RULES TO ALLOW A PROVIDER OF MEDICAID ADULT DAY HEALTH SERVICES TO BILL IN FIFTEEN MINUTE INCREMENTS.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CONSIDER AN ALTERNATE METHODOLOGY FOR ESTABLISHING THE BASIC PROSPECTIVE PAYMENT SYSTEM RATES FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, TO REBASE THE RATES AT LEAST EVERY TWO FISCAL YEARS, AND TO INCREASE BED RESERVATION DAYS TO TWENTY-FOUR DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR FOR HOSPITALIZATION AND OTHER ABSENCES OF RESIDENTS FROM INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH WORKING GROUP TO ASSESS THE SCOPE AND RISKS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE HEALTH OF HAWAII'S RESIDENTS AND TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS TO HEALTH STATEWIDE.
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HLT, EEP, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING FOOD SERVICE FACILITIES IN THE STATE THAT OFFER A CHILDREN'S MENU OF MEAL OPTIONS, OR A MEAL THAT IS REPRESENTED AS A CHILDREN'S MEAL, TO SERVE CHILDREN'S MEALS WITH HIGHER NUTRITIONAL QUALITY AND INCLUDE ONLY BOTTLED WATER OR LOW-FAT MILK AS THE DEFAULT BEVERAGE IN THE MEAL OR MENU OPTION.
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HLT, EDB |
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REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE UNIVERSITY CLINICAL, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH ASSOCIATES PROGRAM.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO EXAMINE THE NECESSITY FOR CHINESE TRANSLATIONS ON SIGNAGE AT THE HONOLULU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
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TRN, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EXPAND THE NUMBER OF REFUSE CONVENIENCE CENTERS AND TRANSFER STATIONS ACCEPTING BULKY ITEMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REGULATE OVERGROWN TREES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY.
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EEP, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE STATE'S ELECTRIC UTILITIES TO IMPLEMENT A PROGRAM FOR DONATIONS OF EXCESS ENERGY FROM PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS.
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EEP, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND LEGISLATURE TO SIGN THE CHARTER FOR COMPASSION PROCLAIMING HAWAII A COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU, IN CONSULTATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, TO PREPARE A STUDY THAT EXAMINES AND PROVIDES RECOMMENDATIONS ON IMPROVING THE RETENTION OF TEACHERS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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LAB, EDN/HED |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REVIEW WHETHER THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD SHOULD BE GIVEN VOTING RIGHTS.
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EDN, JUD |
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REQUESTING A STUDY OF LIMU AND REEF FISH DECLINE IN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE EWA COAST OF OAHU.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TO REFRAIN FROM DEVELOPING THE PARCEL IN HAWAII KAI COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "GREAT LAWN".
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO SUPPORT AN INDEPENDENT FISCAL AUDIT OF THE HANAUMA BAY NATURE PRESERVE FUND.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT AN ETHNIC STUDIES CURRICULUM FOR STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY REGARDING THE FEASIBILITY AND COST OF CONSTRUCTING A SMALL COMMERCIAL BOAT HARBOR AND SMALL COMMERCIAL AIRPORT IN SOUTH PUNA.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO EXTEND THE TASK FORCE STUDYING THE EFFECTS OF THE JANUARY 2014 FUEL TANK LEAK AT THE RED HILL UNDERGROUND FUEL STORAGE FACILITY.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH ROYAL HAWAIIAN GOLF CLUB TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF OLD GOVERNMENT ROAD.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO INVESTIGATE THE OWNERSHIP OF ROADS BEING CHALLENGED IN THE KAKAAKO DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FOLLOW-UP ANALYSIS OF CHECK CASHING AND DEFERRED DEPOSIT AGREEMENTS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION.
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EDB, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION TO REPORT CRIMES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE UNDER THE UNIFORM CRIME REPORTING SYSTEM.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE COUNTIES TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED PERSONS TO ACCESS BEACHES.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING A FINANCIAL REPORT FROM THE AHA MOKU ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SEA GRANT COLLEGE PROGRAM TO CREATE A NORTH SHORE BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE AREA OF THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU THAT STRETCHES FROM THE KAWAILOA TO WAIALEE AHUPUAA.
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OMH/WAL, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO FORM A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE SMARTER SENTENCING TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND RELIABILITY OF STATE CRIMINAL SENTENCING PRACTICES.
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JUD, FIN |
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REPLACING THE TERM "AFRICAN AMERICAN" WITH "AMERICAN OF AFRICAN DESCENT" AS A RACE CATEGORY USED IN SURVEYS CONDUCTED BY THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND DEVELOP A PLAN TO ADDRESS ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND POVERTY REDUCTION.
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EDB, HUS, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS BY THE NATURAL ENERGY LABORATORY OF HAWAII AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO WORK TOGETHER TO DEVELOP GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SEAWATER.
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EEP, EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING HAWAII EARLY HEAD START TO RAISE ITS ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PROVIDE REAL PROPERTY TAXPAYERS WHO PAY FOR THEIR OWN TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES A PROPERTY TAX REDUCTION, TAX CREDIT, OR ALTERNATE METHOD OF COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIAL COUNCIL TO APPOINT A COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND REVISIONS TO THE HAWAII PENAL CODE.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ASSESS THE HAWAII COMMON CORE STANDARDS AND DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE STATE-BASED EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO EXAMINE THE FAIR HOUSING AMENDMENTS ACT AS IT RELATES TO EMOTIONAL SUPPORT OR COMFORT ANIMALS AND TO TAKE ANY ACTIONS NECESSARY TO PREVENT ABUSES THEREOF.
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HLT, CPC |
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SUPPORTING THE DECLARATION OF THE CELLANA EXARATA SHELL AS THE HAWAII STATE SEA SHELL.
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VMI |
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SUPPORTING THE DECLARATION OF VOLCANIC ROCK AS THE HAWAII STATE ROCK.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A COMMITTEE TO BETTER COORDINATE ALL ROAD MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING TO MINIMIZE PUBLIC INCONVENIENCE.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO EXAMINE IF AND HOW OTHER STATES REGULATE TOUR OPERATORS WITHIN THEIR JURISDICTION.
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TOU, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF MOVING ITS DANIEL K. INOUYE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY FROM HILO TO KAKAAKO TO INTEGRATE WITH THE JOHN A. BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND THE UNIVERSITY'S CANCER CENTER, AND MOVING THE COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES FROM THE MANOA CAMPUS TO HILO.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT A SURVEY MEASURING THE INTEREST OF HAWAII RESTAURANTS IN ALLOWING DOGS INTO THEIR ESTABLISHMENTS.
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EDB, HLT, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ESTABLISH THE HAWAII GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES PROGRAM.
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AGR, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO EXPAND ITS SENIOR CITIZEN VISITOR PROGRAM TO ALL ITS UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUSES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO STREAMLINE THE STATE'S WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROCESS.
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LAB, CPC, FIN |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT OF FURTHER DISCUSSION ON THE POSSIBILITY OF LOCAL OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL OF ELECTRIC UTILITIES.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE STATUS AND PROGRESS OF THE HONOLULU RAIL TRANSIT PROJECT.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO PERFORM AN AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S EFFORTS AND EFFICIENCY IN SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA.
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EDN, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A HAWAII PUBLIC SCHOOLS FINANCIAL LITERACY TASK FORCE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO ADDRESS CHRONIC STUDENT ABSENTEEISM.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY, IN CONSULTATION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA DEPARTMENT OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING, TO DEVELOP POLICIES FOR THE EQUITABLE GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS ON OAHU.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION TO FORM A WORKING GROUP ON MOPED LICENSING AND REGULATION.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP A COORDINATED FRAMEWORK OF SUPPORT FOR PRESCHOOL THROUGH POST-SECONDARY AGRICULTURE EDUCATION.
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AGR, HED, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REESTABLISH AN INTRA-ISLAND FERRY TO REDUCE TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK BETWEEN THE EWA REGION ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU AND DOWNTOWN HONOLULU BY 2016.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONSOLIDATE THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER WITHIN THE HALAWA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE LAND CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER, AND PARTNER WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR WHERE NECESSARY TO BENEFIT THE KALIHI COMMUNITY AND THE STATE.
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PBS, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO COVER THE COSTS OF TRANSPORTING THE REMAINS OF FILIPINO-AMERICAN VETERANS OF WORLD WAR II TO THE PHILIPPINES AND FOR FUNERAL AND BURIAL SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH AN UMBILICAL CORD BLOOD AWARENESS CAMPAIGN.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT TRAFFIC AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY STUDY OF THE INTERSECTIONS OF WAIPAHU STREET AND MAHOE STREET AND HIAPO STREET AND MAHOE STREET IN WAIPAHU, AS WELL AS THE SURFACE STREETS SURROUNDING THE AREA.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AND DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF THE INTERSECTION OF MANAGERS DRIVE AND HIAPO STREET IN WAIPAHU AND RECOMMEND SAFETY MEASURES FOR THIS INTERSECTION AND THE SURROUNDING SURFACE STREETS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HONOLULU AUTHORITY FOR RAPID TRANSPORTATION.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT A TRAFFIC STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ALLEVIATE TRAFFIC CONGESTION ON KAHEKILI HIGHWAY FROM THE LIKELIKE HIGHWAY INTERSECTION TO KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF TRANSFERRING THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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AGR, TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND EVALUATE A PROPOSAL TO MOVE THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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AGR, TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO CLARIFY AND COORDINATE AGRICULTURAL-BASED COMMERCE SUPPORT OF BONA-FIDE FARMING OPERATIONS ACROSS THE STATE.
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AGR/EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND THE HAWAII HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU AS A SANCTIONED SPORT.
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EDN, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING PARTICIPANTS OF THE TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP NEGOTIATORS MEETING THAT WAS HELD IN WAIKOLOA FROM MARCH 9 TO MARCH 14, 2015.
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VMI/EDB |
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COMMENDING THE JAPANESE WOMEN'S SOCIETY FOUNDATION FOR CREATING THE "ADOPT-A-MOM" PROGRAM AND ENCOURAGING ALL FAMILIES AND AGENCIES WORKING WITH THE ELDERLY OF HAWAII TO PLACE "ADOPT-A-MOM" DAY ON THEIR CALENDARS, AS THE THIRD SUNDAY OF MAY, IN OBSERVANCE OF THE ELDERLY WOMEN OF HAWAII WHO DESERVE TO BE CHERISHED AND APPRECIATED FOR THE INVALUABLE ROLE THEY PLAY AS THE MOTHERS OF OUR KEIKI O KA AINA.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CREATION OF A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE PHYSICIAN SHORTAGE IN HAWAII.
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HLT, HED, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCREASE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN THE AREA SURROUNDING HONOWAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN WAIPAHU, HAWAII.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES, AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CREATE A TRAFFIC MITIGATION PLAN FOR THE EWA AREA OF OAHU.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AUDIT OF EACH COUNTY TO EXAMINE THE USE OF AND NEEDS FOR STATE FUNDS.
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FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCREASE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY MEASURES AT MAUKA LANI, KALEIOPU‘U, AND HONOWAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE CREATION OF AN EXPLORATORY COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL AVIATION TRAINING CENTER AT THE KALAELOA AIRPORT AND AN ADVANCED AVIATION DEGREE TRAINING PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT WEST OAHU.
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TRN, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A DRONE POLICY TASK FORCE AND RECOMMEND A STATEWIDE POLICY FOR UNMANNED AIRCRAFT THAT PROTECTS PRIVACY AND ALLOWS THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE APPLICATIONS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND RESPECTIVE COUNTIES TO WORK TOGETHER FOR STATEWIDE INSTALLATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PEDESTRIAN ACTIVATED SIGNALS FOR CROSSWALKS.
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TRN, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF THE RAINBOW STOP PILOT PROJECT TO MAKE VIEWING HAWAII'S RAINBOWS SAFE AND EASY AND PROMOTE HAWAII'S RAINBOWS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.
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TOU, FIN |
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URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REQUIRE PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH EDUCATION IN MIDDLE SCHOOL.
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EDN, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES A TASK FORCE TO PLAN AND COORDINATE THE CELEBRATION OF THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HAWAII STATE CAPITOL.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO TAKE NECESSARY STEPS TO EXPEDITE CONSTRUCTION FOR THE EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE REPLACEMENT WASH-DOWN STATIONS AT MAUNALUA BAY.
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HLT, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A REVIEW ON THE EFFECT OF THE TRANSFER FROM MEDICAID TO PLANS ON THE HAWAII HEALTH CONNECTOR FOR NON-ELIGIBLE MEDICAID COMPACT OF FREE ASSOCIATION RESIDENTS.
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HUS/HLT, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF EACH OF THE INDIVIDUAL PROCUREMENT JURISDICTIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO EXAMINE EXISTING AND ALLEGED VIOLATIONS IN THE SOLID WASTE RECYCLING INDUSTRY AND FAIRLY AND EQUALLY ENFORCE APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS FOR ALL COMPANIES.
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EEP, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO ANNUALLY PUBLISH A TAX EXPENDITURE REPORT.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF ALL STATE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES UTILIZING STATE FUNDS FOR OUTSIDE COUNSEL.
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JUD, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE ISSUE OF PAYDAY LOANS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII BOARD OF REGENTS TO INITIATE A PUBLIC DISCUSSION ABOUT THE FINANCING AND COST OF PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATION IN HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL TO STUDY THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CURRENT INCENTIVES FOR THE HIRING OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
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HUS, LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES TO CONSULT WITH HAWAII SMALL SCALE FARMERS, HAWAII SMALL SCALE PRODUCERS, AND AFFECTED PARTIES ON THE OFFSETTING OF COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FOOD SAFETY MODERNIZATION ACT.
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AGR/EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY AND COST STUDY RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF A BOAT RAMP IN PUKO‘O, MOLOKA‘I.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO CONVENE A MENTAL HEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE AND REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO COMPLETE A MENTAL HEALTH WORKFORCE ASSESSMENT.
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HLT, HED, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO EQUALIZE TRANSIT BENEFITS AND SUBSIDIES FOR ALL STATE EMPLOYEES REGARDLESS OF MODE OF TRANSPORTATION.
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LAB, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA'S EFFORTS TOWARD PEACEFUL REUNIFICATION OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA AND URGING THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF KOREA TO ENGAGE IN SINCERE REUNIFICATION DIALOGUE WITH THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE ESTABLISHING HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE RESOURCES FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII JUDICIARY.
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OMH, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU CONDUCT A STUDY ON AN OPTIMAL MANAGERIAL ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ANNUAL REPORT OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE RISK TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE DISASTER.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS TO DIVEST PUBLIC INVESTMENTS FROM FOSSIL FUELS.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO CONSIDER THE FEASIBILITY OF LOWERING THE VOTING AGE TO SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND TO DEVELOP A PILOT PROGRAM.
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JUD, FIN |
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NAMING THE NEW WAIMANALO ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL BUILDING IN HONOR OF AL LEWIS.
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EDN |
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REQUESTING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC INTEREST IN REVIEWING THE PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES BY NEXTERA ENERGY, INC.
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EEP, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION, HEALTH, BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, AND THE COUNTIES TO EXPLORE PRACTICAL USES OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE ASH.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DEVELOP RULES FOR AQUARIUM FISH PERMITTING THAT PROTECT HAWAII'S AQUATIC WILDLIFE AND REEF ENVIRONMENTS.
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OMH, JUD |
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APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATE-PROVINCE AFFILIATION BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF BOHOL OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT LAHAINA, MAUI FOR SEAWALL ENCROACHMENT PURPOSES.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AHA MOKU ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO ENGAGE STAKEHOLDERS IN ORDER TO DEVELOP AND ADOPT RULES FOR ITS OPERATION AND ADMINISTRATION.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FOLLOW-UP AUDIT ON THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY'S CONTRACTING FOR PRISON BEDS AND SERVICES.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.
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AGR, FIN |
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EXPRESSING ALOHA AND SOLIDARITY WITH THE PEOPLE OF FRANCE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO INCLUDE IN THE 2017-2018 SUPPLEMENTAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REQUEST IMPROVEMENTS TO CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER TERMINALS AT NAWILIWILI HARBOR IN KAUAI, HONOLULU HARBOR IN OAHU, KAHULUI HARBOR IN MAUI, AND HILO HARBOR IN HAWAII.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION TO INITIATE RESCHEDULING PROCEEDINGS TO REMOVE MARIJUANA FROM SCHEDULE I OF THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT BECAUSE MARIJUANA DOES NOT MEET THE CRITERIA OF A FEDERAL SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE.
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HLT, JUD |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROPOSE AND ADOPT RULES REQUIRING COMPREHENSIVE MARINE DEALER REPORTS TO ALLOW FOR TRACKING, COMPARISON, AND VERIFICATION OF MONTHLY CATCH REPORT DATA TO DETERMINE OVERALL REPORTING ACCURACY AND EFFECTIVE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OF THE AQUARIUM FISH INDUSTRY.
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OMH, JUD |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONSIDER OFFERING CREDIT TOWARD SALARY FOR CERTAIN PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE WHEN HIRING TEACHERS FOR SHORTAGE AREAS IDENTIFIED BY THE DEPARTMENT.
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EDN, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NONEXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS FRONTING THE PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP KEY: (1) 3-6-001:017, WAIKIKI, HONOLULU, OAHU.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE AIRPORTS DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO MAKE CERTAIN CHANGES REGARDING STATE AIRPORT PROPERTIES.
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TRN, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY, REVIEW, AND REVISE THE DEFINITION OF MURDER IN THE FIRST DEGREE.
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JUD, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING HAWAIIAN NATIONALS AS A POPULATION RESIDING LAWFULLY IN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS.
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OMH, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONSIDER REQUIRING THAT EMPLOYEES OF WATERSPORT EXCURSION COMPANIES WHO TAKE CUSTOMERS ON WATERSPORT EXCURSIONS RECEIVE LIFEGUARD TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ESTABLISH SMALL BOAT HARBOR ADVISORY GROUPS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTIFICATION WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME TO APPLICANTS FOR WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION IF THE APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF, AND DRAFT PROPOSED LEGISLATION RELATING TO, THE CARE OF RESCUED ANIMALS AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR, AND IMMUNITY FROM, CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LIABILITY FOR THE CARE OF RESCUED ANIMALS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR, BOARD OF EDUCATION, AND THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION TO ESTABLISH A MINIMUM MEDIAN SALARY, ADJUSTED FOR THE COST OF LIVING, THAT IS NOT THE LOWEST IN THE NATION AMONG METROPOLITAN AREAS.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION AND THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT COMPENSATION FOR ANCILLARY ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHERS IN THE NEXT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT.
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LAB, EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII STATE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION AND THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT OVERTIME COMPENSATION FOR TEACHERS IN THE NEXT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT.
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LAB, EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE AND COUNTY TO REQUIRE THAT THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS, FACILITIES, AND SITES MEET OR EXCEED THE LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN SILVER OR TWO GREEN GLOBES RATING SYSTEM.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING ALL STATE AGENCIES TO RETROFIT STREET LIGHTS AND OTHER OUTDOOR LAMP LIGHTING FIXTURES WITH ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE BULBS, WHERE APPROPRIATE.
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TRN, FIN |
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DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS "FARM TO SCHOOL MONTH" IN HAWAII TO STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORT FARM TO SCHOOL INITIATIVES IN HAWAII'S SCHOOLS.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII ELECTRICAL UTILITIES TO ADOPT A POLICY FOR THE FUTURE ELECTRICAL GRID TO SUPPORT THE USE OF MICRO-GRIDS AND SELF-SUFFICIENT RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ASSURE THAT ANY SUBSTANTIAL LAND DISCHARGE OF WASTEWATER, OCCURRING BY INJECTION WELL OR OTHER MEANS, IS IN ALL CASES, ADEQUATELY REVIEWED AND PERMITTED.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO INVESTIGATE AND ASSESS SAFETY CONCERNS AND POTENTIAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR QUEEN KAAHUMANU HIGHWAY FROM MAKALA BOULEVARD TO HENRY STREET ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO APPROVE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SISTER STATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII AND THE PREFECTURE OF HOKKAIDO, JAPAN.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW ITS CURRENT POLICY ON AFFIRMATIVE CONSENT.
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HED, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES AND THE POTENTIAL TO PROVIDE NEW LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES TO SENIOR CITIZENS.
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HUS, HED |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ORGANIZE AND COORDINATE OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE AND IDENTIFY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SUPPORT AND ENACT FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT DECISION IN QUILL CORP. V. NORTH DAKOTA, 504 U.S. 298 (1992), TO ALLOW THE STATE TO COLLECT GENERAL EXCISE TAX REVENUES FROM E-COMMERCE SALES.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO INVESTIGATE AND COORDINATE THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL, EDUCATIONAL, HOUSING, AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO MIGRANTS FROM FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES.
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HUS, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO NOT CONSIDER CERTAIN BENEFITS UNDER TITLE II OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT AS INCOME WHEN DETERMINING MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY AND TO ADOPT RULES TO ALLOW A PROVIDER OF MEDICAID ADULT DAY HEALTH SERVICES TO BILL IN FIFTEEN MINUTE INCREMENTS.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CONSIDER AN ALTERNATE METHODOLOGY FOR ESTABLISHING THE BASIC PROSPECTIVE PAYMENT SYSTEM RATES FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, TO REBASE THE RATES AT LEAST EVERY TWO FISCAL YEARS, AND TO INCREASE BED RESERVATION DAYS TO TWENTY-FOUR DAYS PER CALENDAR YEAR FOR HOSPITALIZATION AND OTHER ABSENCES OF RESIDENTS FROM INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH WORKING GROUP TO ASSESS THE SCOPE AND RISKS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE HEALTH OF HAWAII'S RESIDENTS AND TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS TO HEALTH STATEWIDE.
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HLT, EEP, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING FOOD SERVICE FACILITIES IN THE STATE THAT OFFER A CHILDREN'S MENU OF MEAL OPTIONS, OR A MEAL THAT IS REPRESENTED AS A CHILDREN'S MEAL, TO SERVE CHILDREN'S MEALS WITH HIGHER NUTRITIONAL QUALITY AND INCLUDE ONLY BOTTLED WATER OR LOW-FAT MILK AS THE DEFAULT BEVERAGE IN THE MEAL OR MENU OPTION.
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HLT, EDB |
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REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF THE UNIVERSITY CLINICAL, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH ASSOCIATES PROGRAM.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO EXAMINE THE NECESSITY FOR CHINESE TRANSLATIONS ON SIGNAGE AT THE HONOLULU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
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TRN, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EXPAND THE NUMBER OF REFUSE CONVENIENCE CENTERS AND TRANSFER STATIONS ACCEPTING BULKY ITEMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REGULATE OVERGROWN TREES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY.
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EEP, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE STATE'S ELECTRIC UTILITIES TO IMPLEMENT A PROGRAM FOR DONATIONS OF EXCESS ENERGY FROM PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS.
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EEP, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND LEGISLATURE TO SIGN THE CHARTER FOR COMPASSION PROCLAIMING HAWAII A COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU, IN CONSULTATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, TO PREPARE A STUDY THAT EXAMINES AND PROVIDES RECOMMENDATIONS ON IMPROVING THE RETENTION OF TEACHERS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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LAB, EDN/HED |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REVIEW WHETHER THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD SHOULD BE GIVEN VOTING RIGHTS.
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EDN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE TO EVALUATE AND DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE INITIATION OF A SISTER-STATE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE STATE OF GOA IN THE COUNTRY OF INDIA AND FORWARD ITS RECOMMENDATION TO THE LEGISLATURE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 229-3, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, FOR FURTHER ACTION.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY OF LIMU AND REEF FISH DECLINE IN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE EWA COAST OF OAHU.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING AN UPDATE OF THE STATE HOUSING FUNCTIONAL PLAN.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TO REFRAIN FROM DEVELOPING THE PARCEL IN HAWAII KAI COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "GREAT LAWN".
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO SUPPORT AN INDEPENDENT FISCAL AUDIT OF THE HANAUMA BAY NATURE PRESERVE FUND.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO FORM THE KAPUA LANDS CONSORTIUM TO ASSESS THE BEST WAY TO ACQUIRE THE LANDS OF KAPUA ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT AN ETHNIC STUDIES CURRICULUM FOR STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY REGARDING THE FEASIBILITY AND COST OF CONSTRUCTING A SMALL COMMERCIAL BOAT HARBOR AND SMALL COMMERCIAL AIRPORT IN SOUTH PUNA.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO EXTEND THE TASK FORCE STUDYING THE EFFECTS OF THE JANUARY 2014 FUEL TANK LEAK AT THE RED HILL UNDERGROUND FUEL STORAGE FACILITY.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONSIDER INCLUDING A BASE AMOUNT IN THE WEIGHTED STUDENT FORMULA TO COVER PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A FINANCIAL AUDIT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXPENDITURES IN THE STATE EXECUTIVE BRANCH.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AUDIT OF COMMISSARY OPERATIONS AT OUT-OF-STATE CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES CONTRACTED TO HOUSE HAWAII INMATES.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH ROYAL HAWAIIAN GOLF CLUB TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF OLD GOVERNMENT ROAD.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING REPORTS REGARDING STATE AGENCY ACTION TO ENSURE ACCESS BY RURAL COMMUNITIES TO CELLULAR AND BROADBAND SERVICES.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REVIEW AND ANALYZE ALL ORAL HEALTH INITIATIVES CURRENTLY UNDERWAY IN THE STATE, INCLUDING THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL PROGRAM, AND PREPARE A PROGRESS REPORT ON EACH INITIATIVE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FOLLOW-UP ANALYSIS OF CHECK CASHING AND DEFERRED DEPOSIT AGREEMENTS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION.
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EDB, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION TO REPORT CRIMES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE UNDER THE UNIFORM CRIME REPORTING SYSTEM.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII BANKERS ASSOCIATION TO OPINE WHETHER MEMBER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND THEIR STAFF WHO CHOOSE TO SERVICE MEDICAL MARIJUANA-RELATED BUSINESSES RISK CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PROSECUTION UNDER FEDERAL LAW.
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HLT, JUD |
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REQUESTING A MEETING ON THE IMPACTS OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA AS A CASH CROP ON HAWAII’S AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY.
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HLT, JUD |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO EXAMINE ALL POSSIBILITIES TO ENABLE STUDENT ATHLETIC TEAMS TO RUN AND TRAIN OFF CAMPUS.
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EDN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES IN CONSULTATION WITH THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO DEVELOP PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO PROTECT AND RESTORE ILIAHI, HAWAII'S ENDEMIC SANDALWOOD.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LONG-TERM, RISK-BASED STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO MITIGATE THE POTENTIAL HARM FROM COASTAL HAZARDS IN URBAN HONOLULU.
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EEP, WAL/OMH |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE COUNTIES TO PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED PERSONS TO ACCESS BEACHES.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING A FINANCIAL REPORT FROM THE AHA MOKU ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO PROMPTLY EXAMINE ALL ALLEGED VIOLATIONS IN THE SOLID WASTE RECYCLING INDUSTRY AND TO EQUITABLY ENFORCE PERTINENT LAWS AND RULES.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP REGARDING PROCESS SERVERS.
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PBS, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A FAMILY CAREGIVERS WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE AND ASSESS LEGISLATION RELATING TO THE ROLE OF CAREGIVERS OF PATIENTS DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITALS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO FORM A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE SMARTER SENTENCING TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND RELIABILITY OF STATE CRIMINAL SENTENCING PRACTICES.
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JUD, FIN |
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REPLACING THE TERM "AFRICAN AMERICAN" WITH "AMERICAN OF AFRICAN DESCENT" AS A RACE CATEGORY USED IN SURVEYS CONDUCTED BY THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT AND THE COLLEGE OF HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE EXPANSION OF HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION THROUGHOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.
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OMH, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REVISE ITS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES AND POLICIES TO FACILITATE AND ENCOURAGE TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN BURIALS.
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OMH, HLT |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO ACT IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST REGARDING SOLAR ENERGY INTERCONNECTION, AND TO NOT BE INFLUENCED BY PRESSURE FROM A REGULATED UTILITY.
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EEP, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND DEVELOP A PLAN TO ADDRESS ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND POVERTY REDUCTION.
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EDB, HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO APPROPRIATELY ALIGN STANDARDIZED TESTS TO STATE CURRICULUM STANDARDS AND UTILIZE TEST DATA TO INFORM EDUCATIONAL DECISION MAKING FOR OPTIMAL STUDENT OUTCOMES.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM; UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII; DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION; AND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CREATE KEIKI TO CAREER PATHWAYS FOR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE, DEVELOP REGIONAL ECONOMIC PLANS, AND ALIGN KEIKI TO CAREER PATHWAYS TO THE REGIONAL ECONOMIC PLANS TO DEVELOP SKILLED WORKERS FOR HAWAII'S INDUSTRIES.
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EDN/HED, LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PROVIDE REAL PROPERTY TAXPAYERS WHO PAY FOR THEIR OWN TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES A PROPERTY TAX REDUCTION, TAX CREDIT, OR ALTERNATE METHOD OF COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIAL COUNCIL TO APPOINT A COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND REVISIONS TO THE HAWAII PENAL CODE.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ASSESS THE HAWAII COMMON CORE STANDARDS AND DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE STATE-BASED EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO EXAMINE THE FAIR HOUSING AMENDMENTS ACT AS IT RELATES TO EMOTIONAL SUPPORT OR COMFORT ANIMALS AND TO TAKE ANY ACTIONS NECESSARY TO PREVENT ABUSES THEREOF.
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HLT, CPC |
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SUPPORTING THE DECLARATION OF THE CELLANA EXARATA SHELL AS THE HAWAII STATE SEA SHELL.
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VMI |
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SUPPORTING THE DECLARATION OF VOLCANIC ROCK AS THE HAWAII STATE ROCK.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A COMMITTEE TO BETTER COORDINATE ALL ROAD MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING TO MINIMIZE PUBLIC INCONVENIENCE.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO EXAMINE IF AND HOW OTHER STATES REGULATE TOUR OPERATORS WITHIN THEIR JURISDICTION.
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TOU, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF MOVING ITS DANIEL K. INOUYE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY FROM HILO TO KAKAAKO TO INTEGRATE WITH THE JOHN A. BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND THE UNIVERSITY'S CANCER CENTER, AND MOVING THE COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES FROM THE MANOA CAMPUS TO HILO.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT A SURVEY MEASURING THE INTEREST OF HAWAII RESTAURANTS IN ALLOWING DOGS INTO THEIR ESTABLISHMENTS.
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EDB, HLT, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ESTABLISH THE HAWAII GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES PROGRAM.
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AGR, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO EXPAND ITS SENIOR CITIZEN VISITOR PROGRAM TO ALL ITS UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUSES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MENTAL HEALTH WORKFORCE ASSESSMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AND MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES TO IDENTIFY SHORTAGES AND AID IN PROPOSING SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS THOSE SHORTAGES.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO STREAMLINE THE STATE'S WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROCESS.
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LAB, CPC, FIN |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT OF FURTHER DISCUSSION ON THE POSSIBILITY OF LOCAL OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL OF ELECTRIC UTILITIES.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE STATUS AND PROGRESS OF THE HONOLULU RAIL TRANSIT PROJECT.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO PERFORM AN AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S EFFORTS AND EFFICIENCY IN SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA.
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EDN, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A HAWAII PUBLIC SCHOOLS FINANCIAL LITERACY TASK FORCE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO ADDRESS CHRONIC STUDENT ABSENTEEISM.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY, IN CONSULTATION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA DEPARTMENT OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING, TO DEVELOP POLICIES FOR THE EQUITABLE GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS ON OAHU.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION TO FORM A WORKING GROUP ON MOPED LICENSING AND REGULATION.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP A COORDINATED FRAMEWORK OF SUPPORT FOR PRESCHOOL THROUGH POST-SECONDARY AGRICULTURE EDUCATION.
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AGR, HED, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REESTABLISH AN INTRA-ISLAND FERRY TO REDUCE TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK BETWEEN THE EWA REGION ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU AND DOWNTOWN HONOLULU BY 2016.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONSOLIDATE THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER WITHIN THE HALAWA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE LAND CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER, AND PARTNER WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR WHERE NECESSARY TO BENEFIT THE KALIHI COMMUNITY AND THE STATE.
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PBS, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO COVER THE COSTS OF TRANSPORTING THE REMAINS OF FILIPINO-AMERICAN VETERANS OF WORLD WAR II TO THE PHILIPPINES AND FOR FUNERAL AND BURIAL SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH AN UMBILICAL CORD BLOOD AWARENESS CAMPAIGN.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HONOLULU AUTHORITY FOR RAPID TRANSPORTATION.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT A TRAFFIC STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ALLEVIATE TRAFFIC CONGESTION ON KAHEKILI HIGHWAY FROM THE LIKELIKE HIGHWAY INTERSECTION TO KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF TRANSFERRING THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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AGR, TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND EVALUATE A PROPOSAL TO MOVE THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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AGR, TRN, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF FOUR TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS COVERING PORTIONS OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT STABLE ROAD BEACH, STABLE ROAD, SPRECKLESVILLE, WAILUKU, MAUI, FOR THE USE, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR OF FOUR EXISTING ROCK GROINS.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING A DIPLOMATIC AND COLLABORATIVE RESOLUTION BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA, JAPAN, AND TAIWAN REGARDING DISPUTED ISLANDS IN THE EAST CHINA SEA.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO CLARIFY AND COORDINATE AGRICULTURAL-BASED COMMERCE SUPPORT OF BONA-FIDE FARMING OPERATIONS ACROSS THE STATE.
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AGR/EDB, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH A VETERANS RESOURCE OFFICE TO SUPPORT VETERANS.
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VMI, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO CREATE A MASTER PLAN OF PROVIDING UNIVERSAL HIGH SPEED BROADBAND ACCESS IN RESORT AREAS THROUGHOUT HAWAII.
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EDB, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND THE HAWAII HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU AS A SANCTIONED SPORT.
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EDN, FIN |
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COMMENDING THE JAPANESE WOMEN'S SOCIETY FOUNDATION FOR CREATING THE "ADOPT-A-MOM" PROGRAM AND ENCOURAGING ALL FAMILIES AND AGENCIES WORKING WITH THE ELDERLY OF HAWAII TO PLACE "ADOPT-A-MOM" DAY ON THEIR CALENDARS, AS THE THIRD SUNDAY OF MAY, IN OBSERVANCE OF THE ELDERLY WOMEN OF HAWAII WHO DESERVE TO BE CHERISHED AND APPRECIATED FOR THE INVALUABLE ROLE THEY PLAY AS THE MOTHERS OF OUR KEIKI O KA AINA.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CREATION OF A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE PHYSICIAN SHORTAGE IN HAWAII.
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HLT, HED, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCREASE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN THE AREA SURROUNDING HONOWAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN WAIPAHU, HAWAII.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES, AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CREATE A TRAFFIC MITIGATION PLAN FOR THE EWA AREA OF OAHU.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AUDIT OF EACH COUNTY TO EXAMINE THE USE OF AND NEEDS FOR STATE FUNDS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A DRONE POLICY TASK FORCE AND RECOMMEND A STATEWIDE POLICY FOR UNMANNED AIRCRAFT THAT PROTECTS PRIVACY AND ALLOWS THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE APPLICATIONS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND RESPECTIVE COUNTIES TO WORK TOGETHER FOR STATEWIDE INSTALLATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PEDESTRIAN ACTIVATED SIGNALS FOR CROSSWALKS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO PRIORITIZE THE DEVELOPMENT OF KAPOLEI INTO A JOB CENTER IN SUPPORT OF THE STATE AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU'S POLICIES TO DEVELOP KAPOLEI INTO OAHU'S "SECONDARY URBAN CENTER".
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EDB, WAL, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF THE RAINBOW STOP PILOT PROJECT TO MAKE VIEWING HAWAII'S RAINBOWS SAFE AND EASY AND PROMOTE HAWAII'S RAINBOWS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.
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TOU, FIN |
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URGING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REQUIRE PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH EDUCATION IN MIDDLE SCHOOL.
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EDN, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES A TASK FORCE TO PLAN AND COORDINATE THE CELEBRATION OF THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HAWAII STATE CAPITOL.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO TAKE NECESSARY STEPS TO EXPEDITE CONSTRUCTION FOR THE EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE REPLACEMENT WASH-DOWN STATIONS AT MAUNALUA BAY.
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HLT, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A REVIEW ON THE EFFECT OF THE TRANSFER FROM MEDICAID TO PLANS ON THE HAWAII HEALTH CONNECTOR FOR NON-ELIGIBLE MEDICAID COMPACT OF FREE ASSOCIATION RESIDENTS.
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HUS/HLT, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF EACH OF THE INDIVIDUAL PROCUREMENT JURISDICTIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO EXAMINE EXISTING AND ALLEGED VIOLATIONS IN THE SOLID WASTE RECYCLING INDUSTRY AND FAIRLY AND EQUALLY ENFORCE APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS FOR ALL COMPANIES.
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EEP, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO ANNUALLY PUBLISH A TAX EXPENDITURE REPORT.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING AN AUDIT OF ALL STATE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES UTILIZING STATE FUNDS FOR OUTSIDE COUNSEL.
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JUD, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FEDERAL AID TO AND REIMBURSE THE STATE OF HAWAII FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO HEALTH CARE ASSISTANCE SERVICES PROVIDED TO MIGRANTS UNDER THE COMPACT OF FREE ASSOCIATION.
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HUS, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE ISSUE OF PAYDAY LOANS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP WITH STAKEHOLDERS TO EXAMINE WHETHER CLASS AND WORK SCHEDULES SHOULD BE ADJUSTED TO EASE TRAFFIC.
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TRN, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL TO STUDY THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CURRENT INCENTIVES FOR THE HIRING OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
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HUS, LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES TO CONSULT WITH HAWAII SMALL SCALE FARMERS, HAWAII SMALL SCALE PRODUCERS, AND AFFECTED PARTIES ON THE OFFSETTING OF COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FOOD SAFETY MODERNIZATION ACT.
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AGR/EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY AND COST STUDY RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF A BOAT RAMP IN PUKO‘O, MOLOKA‘I.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO CONVENE A MENTAL HEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE AND REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO COMPLETE A MENTAL HEALTH WORKFORCE ASSESSMENT.
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HLT, HED, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO EQUALIZE TRANSIT BENEFITS AND SUBSIDIES FOR ALL STATE EMPLOYEES REGARDLESS OF MODE OF TRANSPORTATION.
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LAB, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA'S EFFORTS TOWARD PEACEFUL REUNIFICATION OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA AND URGING THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF KOREA TO ENGAGE IN SINCERE REUNIFICATION DIALOGUE WITH THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE ESTABLISHING HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE RESOURCES FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII JUDICIARY.
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OMH, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU CONDUCT A STUDY ON AN OPTIMAL MANAGERIAL ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ANNUAL REPORT OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH PESTICIDE BUFFER ZONES AROUND SENSITIVE AREAS AND TO ESTABLISH DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTITIES THAT USE LARGE QUANTITIES OF RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDES.
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EEP, AGR, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TRANSITIONING TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD SERVICE PRODUCTS AND EXPAND COMPOSTING PROGRAMS AT APPROPRIATE SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE RISK TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE DISASTER.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS TO DIVEST PUBLIC INVESTMENTS FROM FOSSIL FUELS.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO CONSIDER THE FEASIBILITY OF LOWERING THE VOTING AGE TO SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND TO DEVELOP A PILOT PROGRAM.
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JUD, FIN |
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NAMING THE NEW WAIMANALO ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL BUILDING IN HONOR OF AL LEWIS.
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EDN |
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RECOGNIZING AND REAFFIRMING SUPPORT OF THE NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS MARINE REFUGE.
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO EVALUATE THE IMPACTS THAT THE NEXTERA ENERGY MERGER MAY HAVE ON HAWAII WORKERS IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRIES.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC INTEREST IN REVIEWING THE PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES BY NEXTERA ENERGY, INC.
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EEP, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION, HEALTH, BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, AND THE COUNTIES TO EXPLORE PRACTICAL USES OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE ASH.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DEVELOP RULES FOR AQUARIUM FISH PERMITTING THAT PROTECT HAWAII'S AQUATIC WILDLIFE AND REEF ENVIRONMENTS.
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RE-REFERRAL
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RELATING TO VETERANS DISABILITY BENEFITS. Exempts federal veterans disability benefits from claims of creditors and attachment, levy, and seizure to enforce a court judgment, except for certain child and spousal support cases. Effective 01/07/2059. (SD2)
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