OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
TWENTY-EIGHTH STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 28
28TH LEGISLATIVE DAY-MARCH 14, 2016
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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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REFERRAL
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REQUESTING THE TAX REVIEW COMMISSION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF USING A PERCENTAGE OF A TAXPAYER'S FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX TO CALCULATE THE TAXPAYER'S STATE INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX, AND TO DETERMINE WHY THE CURRENT STATE INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX APPEARS TO BE RELATIVELY REGRESSIVE, COMPARED TO THE FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX, WITH REGARD TO TAXPAYING HOUSEHOLDS OF MEDIAN AND LOWER INCOMES IN HAWAII.
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FIN |
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URGING THE VISITOR INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND THE VEHICLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM INDUSTRY TO ENCOURAGE USE OF THE LAHAINA BYPASS.
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TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH MINIMUM DIMENSIONS FOR PASSENGER SEATS ON AIRCRAFT.
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TRN |
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REQUESTING WORK ON THE H-1 CORRIDOR STUDY TO BE EXPEDITED AND THE STATE AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EVALUATE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES AND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION-SPONSORED PROJECTS IN THE OAHU METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION-APPROVED FY 2011-2014 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM TO ADDRESS TRAFFIC CONGESTION IN THE AIEA-RED HILL-MOANALUA-SALT LAKE AREA.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII ECONOMIC RESEARCH ORGANIZATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO ESTABLISH THE PROTOCOL TO BE USED AND FACTORS TO BE ADDRESSED IN A STUDY OF THE ECONOMIC IMPACT ON THE KONA COFFEE INDUSTRY FROM POSSIBLE CHANGES TO COFFEE LABELING LAWS.
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AGR, HED |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO MANAGE WILDLIFE TO SUSTAIN GAME POPULATIONS, PROVIDE GREATER PUBLIC ACCESS TO LAND FOR HUNTING, AND IMPROVE MANAGEMENT TO SUPPORT HUNTING.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A WORKING GROUP TO INVESTIGATE, EVALUATE, AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING IMPLEMENTING A COMMUNITY COLLEGE SPORTS LEAGUE.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF REQUIRING PUBLIC UTILITIES TO CHARGE LOWER UTILITY RATES TO LOWER-INCOME CONSUMERS.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO REINTRODUCE VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO EXPLORE THE MERGING OF THE OAHU INTERSCHOLASTIC ASSOCIATION AND INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE OF HONOLULU HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL LEAGUES.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON EARLY LEARNING TO COLLABORATE WITH THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ENCOURAGE CARE PROVIDERS OF KEIKI AND KUPUNA TO CREATE INTERGENERATIONAL SHARED SITES FOR THE BETTERMENT OF HAWAII'S COMMUNITIES.
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HLT/HUS, EDN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY TO DETERMINE FAIR WAGES FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY SUPPORT STAFF EMPLOYEES.
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HLT/LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO COLLABORATE WITH COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT VEHICULAR LOLLYGAGGING AND TO ENFORCE HAWAII'S KEEP-RIGHT DRIVING LAW.
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TRN, 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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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF HUMAN SERVICES, TAXATION, HEALTH, AND LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT VARIOUS INITIATIVES TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS.
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HUS/HSG, LAB, FIN |
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EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF, AND REQUESTING THE SEVERAL COUNTIES TO AFFIRM, THE "17 UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS" AS COMPONENTS OF A FRAMEWORK FOR ADDRESSING AND ASSESSING HAWAII'S EFFORTS TOWARD SOCIAL JUSTICE AND SUSTAINABILITY.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND INJURY PREVENTION SYSTEM BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO SUPPORT FUNDING FOR A CENTRALLY LOCATED AMBULANCE STATION IN EWA BEACH.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND RECOMMEND MEASURES TO CONTROL AND ELIMINATE BREEDING SITES FOR MOSQUITOES, PARTICULARLY WITH REGARD TO WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SUNRISE ANALYSIS ON THE STATUTORY ESTABLISHMENT OF FLAGGER CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUALS TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL IN A STREET, ROAD, OR HIGHWAY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO PROVIDE IMMEDIATE AND EMERGENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO WAHIAWA GENERAL HOSPITAL.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE TAX REVIEW COMMISSION TO ANALYZE GENERAL EXCISE TAX PYRAMIDING AS APPLIED TO TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO TAKE PROMPT AND DECISIVE ACTION ADDRESSING E-FAIRNESS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A STATEWIDE RARE DISEASE TASK FORCE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATE/PROVINCE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF AKLAN OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE RESPONSIBLE EXPENDITURE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY TO DOCUMENT VIOLATIONS OF ITS PROHIBITION ON SMOKING IN AND AROUND PUBLIC HOUSING.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO OPEN A DOCKET TO CONSIDER THE APPROPRIATENESS OF AMENDING THE REGULATORY STRUCTURE APPLICABLE TO ELECTRIC UTILITIES IN LIGHT OF ONGOING DEVELOPMENTS IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGY.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A SURVEY AND EVALUATION OF ARTIST RELOCATION PROGRAMS AND THEIR POTENTIAL FOR CREATION IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, FIN |
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DESIGNATING JUNE 27, 2016, AS "POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS AWARENESS DAY" TO ENCOURAGE ALL PUBLIC, PRIVATE, AND MILITARY SERVICE PROVIDERS TO CONTINUE EDUCATING SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES, VICTIMS OF ABUSE, CRIMES, AND NATURAL DISASTERS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT THE CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND TREATMENT FOR POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS INJURIES.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO RENAME A SECTION OF KAPULE HIGHWAY IN THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I AS THE KAUA‘I VETERANS MEMORIAL HIGHWAY.
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VMI, TRN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO DENY ANY REQUEST TO EXPAND THE PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT AND OPPOSE ANY ACTION TO EXPAND THE MONUMENT.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO FUND AND FILL THE VACANT AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES FACULTY TENURE LINE POSITION AT THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN HAWAII'S PUBLIC MIDDLE AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE PER-PUPIL FUNDING SYSTEM FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE SYSTEM FULFILLS ITS STATUTORY PURPOSE OF EQUALIZING OPERATIONAL FUNDING AMONG PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING STATE DEPARTMENTS AND THE SEVERAL COUNTIES TO AFFIRM THE TENETS AND PRINCIPLES FOUND IN THE CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO AFFIRM ITS COMMITMENT TO UPHOLD THE TENETS OF TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENT ACT OF 1972.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONSIDER AMENDING CHAPTER 160, HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES, TO ALLOW PHYSICIANS TO CERTIFY PATIENTS FOR LOW TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL (THC) MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR CONDITIONS BEYOND THOSE INCLUDED ON THE CURRENT LIST OF DEBILITATING MEDICAL CONDITIONS APPROVED FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA.
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HLT, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE JOHN A. BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL IN WEST HAWAII.
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HLT, HED/FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO GATHER BASELINE INFORMATION ON THE INCIDENCE OF SEPSIS IN HAWAII AND THE SEPSIS MORTALITY RATE.
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HLT, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER AS SEPSIS AWARENESS MONTH IN HAWAII, AND THE THIRTEENTH DAY IN SEPTEMBER OF EVERY YEAR AS HAWAII SEPSIS DAY.
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HLT |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH AND CONVENE A SEPSIS BEST PRACTICES GROUP.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON WHETHER THE SCOPE OF PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO WORK AS INSURANCE APPRAISERS AND INSURANCE UMPIRES IN THE STATE NEEDS TO BE FURTHER REGULATED.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CREATE A TASK FORCE TO ENCOURAGE COMMUNICATION AND ADDRESS CONCERNS OF FOSTER PARENTS.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR A FULL-SERVICE CONVENTIONAL KITCHEN AT KEAUKAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND TO PROVIDE NECESSARY POSITIONS TO OPERATE THE KITCHEN.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO OPEN TWO ADDITIONAL FIREARM PERMIT APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION LOCATIONS IN KAPOLEI AND KANEOHE.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STATEWIDE SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM.
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EDN, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING A SUNRISE ANALYSIS OF MANDATORY INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE SCREENINGS.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF ALLOCATING FUNDING FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS THROUGH A PARTICIPATORY BUDGETING PROCESS.
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FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO TAKE ANY NECESSARY ACTION, INCLUDING PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE II, SECTION 1 OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION, TO EXTEND THE RIGHT TO VOTE IN ELECTIONS FOR THE PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AMERICAN CITIZENS IN TERRITORIES AND COMMONWEALTHS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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JUD, FIN |
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SUPPORTING ACCESS TO DEBT-FREE HIGHER EDUCATION AT PUBLIC COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A CONDOMINIUM OMBUDSMAN.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CENTER ON AGING TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES, THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FREE SENIOR ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES, AND THE POTENTIAL TO PROVIDE NEW LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES TO SENIOR CITIZENS.
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HLT, EDN/HED |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO EVALUATE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SEPARATE MEDICAL AND PENSION BENEFIT PLANS FOR JUSTICES AND JUDGES.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ESTABLISH A BUSINESS MITIGATION RELIEF PROGRAM TO ASSIST BUSINESSES NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RAIL PROJECT.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT A SURVEY OF THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY TO DETERMINE THE EXTENT OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANIZATIONS AND DIRECT PRIMARY CARE OR "CONCIERGE MEDICINE" WITHIN THE COMMUNITY AND THE IMPACT OF THESE BUSINESS ARRANGEMENTS ON THE ABILITY OF PATIENTS TO ACCESS PRIMARY CARE SERVICES IN THE STATE.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DESIGNATION OF HAWAII AS THE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP AND ITS TRADE AGREEMENTS THROUGHOUT THE ASIA PACIFIC REGION AND THE ASIA-PACIFIC ECONOMIC COOPERATION.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ESTABLISH AN AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING POLICE OFFICERS TO ENGAGE IN ROUTINE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES ON STATE BEACHES.
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WAL, JUD/FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO INCREASE ACTIVE PATROLS OF KAILUA BAY, EXPAND NO WAKE SPEED ZONES, AND ENFORCE BOATING SAFETY RULES.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS FOR STEWARDSHIP AND PRESERVATION OF WAIPI‘O VALLEY.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE WHICH COUNTIES AND SPECIFIC GEOGRAPHIC AREAS WITHIN THE STATE ARE SUITABLE FOR THE USE OF PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL WASTEWATER SYSTEMS INCLUDING CESSPOOLS, SEPTIC SYSTEMS, AND GRAYWATER SYSTEMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, GOVERNOR OF HAWAII, HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION, CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION, AND FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO PROACTIVELY WORK TOWARD PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF THE ZIKA VIRUS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII BOARD OF REGENTS TO ANALYZE THE VALIDITY, EFFECTIVENESS, AND ETHICAL STANDARDS OF THE PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY PROGRAM OFFERED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO DANIEL K. INOUYE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE THE LEGISLATURE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON PUBLIC SCHOOL FUNDING.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF INSTALLING AT THE STATE CAPITOL WATER DISPENSERS DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE THE REFILLING OF REUSABLE CONTAINERS.
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LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT A STEAM CURRICULUM BY IMPLEMENTING ARTS-BASED COURSES INTO THE EXISTING STEM CURRICULUM.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OF THE LEEWARD BIKEWAY IN 2016.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND EMPLOYER–UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND TO DIVEST FROM FOSSIL FUEL INVESTMENTS.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SECURE FUNDING TO REINSTATE THE PEARL HARBOR WATER TAXI SERVICE FOR THE BENEFIT OF EWA COMMUTERS AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY.
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TRN/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCORPORATE A VETERANS MEMORIAL IN PLANS TO ENHANCE ONEULA BEACH PARK.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING COUNTY PLANNING AND PERMITTING AGENCIES TO SET AND MEET EFFICIENCY GOALS AND SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE NUMBER OF PERMITS ISSUED EACH YEAR.
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WAL, 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/WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONSIDER EXTENDING THE ZIPPERLANE TO KAPOLEI AND OPENING A SHOULDER LANE FROM KAPOLEI TO WAIPAHU AS TRAFFIC MITIGATION MEASURES FOR WEST OAHU COMMUTERS.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO IMPLEMENT THE TRAFFIC SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS IDENTIFIED IN THE KUPUNA LOOP SUB-AREA CORRIDOR STUDY CONDUCTED BY SSFM INTERNATIONAL AND TO REPAVE ALL CITY ROADWAYS IN THE KUNIA AND VILLAGE PARK AREA.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO REQUIRE ANTI-CRASH TECHNOLOGY TO BE INSTALLED IN ALL NEW VEHICLES MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PRESERVE PUEO HABITAT AREAS ON THE EWA PLAINS AND CONDUCT AN EXTENSIVE PUEO HABITAT INVENTORY.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOINT FACT FINDING STUDY GROUP'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A CONCERTED STATEWIDE EFFORT FOR PESTICIDE MONITORING AND OVERSIGHT.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO CREATE A PLAN TO ADDRESS OVERCROWDING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN KAPOLEI, EWA, AND WAIPAHU.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, WEST OAHU, TO COLLABORATE WITH THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO EXPLORE, COLLECT DATA, AND REPORT ON THE VIABILITY OF A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PILOT PROGRAM IN THE FIELD OF PROCUREMENT.
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EDB, HED |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN INTRA-ISLAND WATER FERRY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU WITH ONE FERRY LANDING ORIGINATING FROM THE WAIANAE SMALL BOAT HARBOR.
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TRN/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES PREPARE AN UPDATE TO THE 2009 WAIANAE BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY AND COMPLETE ADDITIONAL STUDIES AND MONITORING RECOMMENDED IN THE 2009 STUDY.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONTROL TO ADOPT THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE GUIDANCE DOCUMENT AS AGENCY POLICY FOR USE IN THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION TO ADD HAWAIIAN DIACRITICAL MARKS WHERE APPROPRIATE TO ALL STREET SIGNS AND PLACE NAME SIGNS ALONG HIGHWAYS AND ROADWAYS UPON THE REPLACEMENT OF SUCH SIGNS.
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OMH, TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN EDUCATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON HOW TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO INSTRUCTION IN THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE IN ALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATEWIDE.
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OMH, EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR OF HAWAII TO CREATE A KAMA'AINA HOMECOMING COMMISSION FOR OUR EXPATRIATES.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PROHIBIT JUMPING AND DIVING INTO THE OCEAN AT SPITTING CAVES IN HAWAII KAI.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. TO PROVIDE A REDUCED FIXED ELECTRICITY RATE TO ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE STATE.
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EDN, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE STATE CAPITOL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A MASTER SECURITY PLAN.
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LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE STATE REPAIR AND STRONGLY CONSIDER INSTALLING WATER FOUNTAINS IN THE STATE CAPITOL REFLECTING POOLS TO EFFECTIVELY CLEAN THE POOLS, REDUCE COSTS, AND ENHANCE THE HISTORIC VALUE OF THE CAPITOL DISTRICT.
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WAL, LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO REVIEW HAWAII'S PROCUREMENT LAWS IN COMPARISON WITH FEDERAL PROCUREMENT LAWS.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO 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 AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PERFORM A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT THE INTERSECTION OF OMAOPIO ROAD AND KULA HIGHWAY AS A MEANS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC SAFETY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE REENTRY COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING THE REENTRY ACADEMY FOR TRAINING AND ENTREPRENEURIAL RESOURCES (RAFTER) TRAINING AND MENTORING PROGRAM FOR INMATES.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO IDENTIFY AND PRIORITIZE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE PROJECTS FOR ALL STATE BUILDINGS BASED ON THE HIGHEST HEALTH AND SAFETY NEEDS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO MONITOR PESTICIDE DRIFT.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO PROMOTE THE EXPANSION OF AGRICULTURAL COMMERCE.
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AGR/EDB, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TO CONSIDER THE PRACTICE OF LAND EXCHANGES TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOMESTEADS IN LOCATIONS THAT BETTER SERVE THE HAWAIIAN PEOPLE.
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OMH/WAL |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO REDUCE THE USE OF STANDARDIZED TESTING IN THE PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ABOLISH HIGH STAKES TEACHER EVALUATIONS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE TAX REVIEW COMMISSION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF USING A PERCENTAGE OF A TAXPAYER'S FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX TO CALCULATE THE TAXPAYER'S STATE INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX, AND TO DETERMINE WHY THE CURRENT STATE INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX APPEARS TO BE RELATIVELY REGRESSIVE, COMPARED TO THE FEDERAL INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX, WITH REGARD TO TAXPAYING HOUSEHOLDS OF MEDIAN AND LOWER INCOMES IN HAWAII.
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FIN |
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URGING THE VISITOR INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND THE VEHICLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM INDUSTRY TO ENCOURAGE USE OF THE LAHAINA BYPASS.
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TOU, TRN |
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REQUESTING THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH MINIMUM DIMENSIONS FOR PASSENGER SEATS ON AIRCRAFT.
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TRN |
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REQUESTING WORK ON THE H-1 CORRIDOR STUDY TO BE EXPEDITED AND THE STATE AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EVALUATE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES AND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION-SPONSORED PROJECTS IN THE OAHU METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION-APPROVED FY 2011-2014 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM TO ADDRESS TRAFFIC CONGESTION IN THE AIEA-RED HILL-MOANALUA-SALT LAKE AREA.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII ECONOMIC RESEARCH ORGANIZATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO ESTABLISH THE PROTOCOL TO BE USED AND FACTORS TO BE ADDRESSED IN A STUDY OF THE ECONOMIC IMPACT ON THE KONA COFFEE INDUSTRY FROM POSSIBLE CHANGES TO COFFEE LABELING LAWS.
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AGR, HED |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO FORM A RETIREMENT SECURITY TASK FORCE.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO ESTABLISH A RELIABLE SCIENTIFIC THRESHOLD AND TESTING PROTOCOL FOR DETERMINING WHETHER A PERSON CANNOT SAFELY OPERATE A MOTOR VEHICLE DUE TO BEING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MARIJUANA.
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TRN, HLT |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A SCIENCE ADVISORY GROUP OF EXPERTS SPECIALIZING IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TESTS FOR EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES.
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HLT |
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REQUESTING THE COMPTROLLER TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON MOVING THE STATE ARCHIVES TO A LARGER FACILITY.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO MANAGE WILDLIFE TO SUSTAIN GAME POPULATIONS, PROVIDE GREATER PUBLIC ACCESS TO LAND FOR HUNTING, AND IMPROVE MANAGEMENT TO SUPPORT HUNTING.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A WORKING GROUP TO INVESTIGATE, EVALUATE, AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING IMPLEMENTING A COMMUNITY COLLEGE SPORTS LEAGUE.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF REQUIRING PUBLIC UTILITIES TO CHARGE LOWER UTILITY RATES TO LOWER-INCOME CONSUMERS.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO REINTRODUCE VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO EXPLORE THE MERGING OF THE OAHU INTERSCHOLASTIC ASSOCIATION AND INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE OF HONOLULU HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL LEAGUES.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PERFORM A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF THE KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY ALONG THE WINDWARD AND NORTH SHORES OF OAHU.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON EARLY LEARNING TO COLLABORATE WITH THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ENCOURAGE CARE PROVIDERS OF KEIKI AND KUPUNA TO CREATE INTERGENERATIONAL SHARED SITES FOR THE BETTERMENT OF HAWAII'S COMMUNITIES.
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HLT/HUS, EDN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY TO DETERMINE FAIR WAGES FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY SUPPORT STAFF EMPLOYEES.
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HLT/LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO COLLABORATE WITH COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENTS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT VEHICULAR LOLLYGAGGING AND TO ENFORCE HAWAII'S KEEP-RIGHT DRIVING LAW.
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TRN, 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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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF HUMAN SERVICES, TAXATION, HEALTH, AND LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT VARIOUS INITIATIVES TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS.
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HUS/HSG, LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO ESTABLISH A HABITUAL CRIMINAL OFFENDER REGISTRY.
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PBS, JUD, FIN |
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EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF, AND REQUESTING THE SEVERAL COUNTIES TO AFFIRM, THE "17 UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS" AS COMPONENTS OF A FRAMEWORK FOR ADDRESSING AND ASSESSING HAWAII'S EFFORTS TOWARD SOCIAL JUSTICE AND SUSTAINABILITY.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND INJURY PREVENTION SYSTEM BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO SUPPORT FUNDING FOR A CENTRALLY LOCATED AMBULANCE STATION IN EWA BEACH.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH A FAIR LABOR HOME CARE SERVICES TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE IMPACT OF THE FEDERAL REGULATION EXTENDING MINIMUM WAGE AND OVERTIME PAY PROTECTIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL LABOR STANDARDS ACT TO WORKERS WHO PROVIDE ESSENTIAL HOME CARE SERVICES TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES AND OLDER ADULTS.
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HLT/HUS, LAB |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO CONSULT WITH THE STATE CAPITOL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AND TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A MASTER SECURITY PLAN THAT WILL INCREASE SAFETY AND SECURITY IN THE STATE CAPITOL BUILDING THROUGH THE USE OF METAL DETECTORS, X-RAY SCANS OF BAGGAGE, AND OTHER PRUDENT MEASURES.
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LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND RECOMMEND MEASURES TO CONTROL AND ELIMINATE BREEDING SITES FOR MOSQUITOES, PARTICULARLY WITH REGARD TO WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SUNRISE ANALYSIS ON THE STATUTORY ESTABLISHMENT OF FLAGGER CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUALS TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL IN A STREET, ROAD, OR HIGHWAY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO PROVIDE IMMEDIATE AND EMERGENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO WAHIAWA GENERAL HOSPITAL.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE TAX REVIEW COMMISSION TO ANALYZE GENERAL EXCISE TAX PYRAMIDING AS APPLIED TO TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO TAKE PROMPT AND DECISIVE ACTION ADDRESSING E-FAIRNESS.
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FIN |
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URGING SUPPORT FOR THE HAWAIIAN LEGACY REFORESTATION INITIATIVE.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A STATEWIDE RARE DISEASE TASK FORCE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATE/PROVINCE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PROVINCE OF AKLAN OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE RESPONSIBLE EXPENDITURE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY TO DOCUMENT VIOLATIONS OF ITS PROHIBITION ON SMOKING IN AND AROUND PUBLIC HOUSING.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO OPEN A DOCKET TO CONSIDER THE APPROPRIATENESS OF AMENDING THE REGULATORY STRUCTURE APPLICABLE TO ELECTRIC UTILITIES IN LIGHT OF ONGOING DEVELOPMENTS IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGY.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY AND ADVISABILITY OF DECRIMINALIZING THE ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF DRUGS FOR PERSONAL USE IN HAWAII.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A SURVEY AND EVALUATION OF ARTIST RELOCATION PROGRAMS AND THEIR POTENTIAL FOR CREATION IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, FIN |
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DESIGNATING JUNE 27, 2016, AS "POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS AWARENESS DAY" TO ENCOURAGE ALL PUBLIC, PRIVATE, AND MILITARY SERVICE PROVIDERS TO CONTINUE EDUCATING SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES, VICTIMS OF ABUSE, CRIMES, AND NATURAL DISASTERS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT THE CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND TREATMENT FOR POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS INJURIES.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO RENAME A SECTION OF KAPULE HIGHWAY IN THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I AS THE KAUA‘I VETERANS MEMORIAL HIGHWAY.
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VMI, TRN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO DENY ANY REQUEST TO EXPAND THE PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT AND OPPOSE ANY ACTION TO EXPAND THE MONUMENT.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO FUND AND FILL THE VACANT AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES FACULTY TENURE LINE POSITION AT THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN HAWAII'S PUBLIC MIDDLE AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE PER-PUPIL FUNDING SYSTEM FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE SYSTEM FULFILLS ITS STATUTORY PURPOSE OF EQUALIZING OPERATIONAL FUNDING AMONG PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO ESTABLISH A HEALTH CARE TASK FORCE WITHIN THE INSURANCE DIVISION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF HEALTH CARE IN THE STATE.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING STATE DEPARTMENTS AND THE SEVERAL COUNTIES TO AFFIRM THE TENETS AND PRINCIPLES FOUND IN THE CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO AFFIRM ITS COMMITMENT TO UPHOLD THE TENETS OF TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENT ACT OF 1972.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONSIDER AMENDING CHAPTER 160, HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES, TO ALLOW PHYSICIANS TO CERTIFY PATIENTS FOR LOW TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL (THC) MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR CONDITIONS BEYOND THOSE INCLUDED ON THE CURRENT LIST OF DEBILITATING MEDICAL CONDITIONS APPROVED FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA.
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HLT, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE JOHN A. BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL IN WEST HAWAII.
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HLT, HED/FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO GATHER BASELINE INFORMATION ON THE INCIDENCE OF SEPSIS IN HAWAII AND THE SEPSIS MORTALITY RATE.
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HLT, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER AS SEPSIS AWARENESS MONTH IN HAWAII, AND THE THIRTEENTH DAY IN SEPTEMBER OF EVERY YEAR AS HAWAII SEPSIS DAY.
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HLT |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ESTABLISH AND CONVENE A SEPSIS BEST PRACTICES GROUP.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SUNRISE REVIEW AND FEASIBILITY STUDY OF THE TRANSFER OF THE LICENSING AND REGULATION PROGRAM FOR PRIVATE TRADE, VOCATIONAL, AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
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EDN, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON WHETHER THE SCOPE OF PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO WORK AS INSURANCE APPRAISERS AND INSURANCE UMPIRES IN THE STATE NEEDS TO BE FURTHER REGULATED.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CREATE A TASK FORCE TO ENCOURAGE COMMUNICATION AND ADDRESS CONCERNS OF FOSTER PARENTS.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR A FULL-SERVICE CONVENTIONAL KITCHEN AT KEAUKAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND TO PROVIDE NECESSARY POSITIONS TO OPERATE THE KITCHEN.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO OPEN TWO ADDITIONAL FIREARM PERMIT APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION LOCATIONS IN KAPOLEI AND KANEOHE.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STATEWIDE SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM.
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EDN, HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING A SUNRISE ANALYSIS OF MANDATORY INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE SCREENINGS.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
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EDN, FIN |
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SUPPORTING ACCESS TO DEBT-FREE HIGHER EDUCATION AT PUBLIC COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A CONDOMINIUM OMBUDSMAN.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CENTER ON AGING TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES, THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FREE SENIOR ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES, AND THE POTENTIAL TO PROVIDE NEW LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES TO SENIOR CITIZENS.
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HLT, EDN/HED |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO EVALUATE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SEPARATE MEDICAL AND PENSION BENEFIT PLANS FOR JUSTICES AND JUDGES.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ESTABLISH A BUSINESS MITIGATION RELIEF PROGRAM TO ASSIST BUSINESSES NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RAIL PROJECT.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT RULES RELATING TO COUNSELING OF PREGNANT WOMEN WHO HAVE UNDERGONE PRENATAL TESTING THAT ESTABLISHES OR IS LIKELY TO ESTABLISH A DIAGNOSIS OF A DISABILITY.
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HLT, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT A SURVEY OF THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY TO DETERMINE THE EXTENT OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANIZATIONS AND DIRECT PRIMARY CARE OR "CONCIERGE MEDICINE" WITHIN THE COMMUNITY AND THE IMPACT OF THESE BUSINESS ARRANGEMENTS ON THE ABILITY OF PATIENTS TO ACCESS PRIMARY CARE SERVICES IN THE STATE.
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HLT/CPC, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DESIGNATION OF HAWAII AS THE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP AND ITS TRADE AGREEMENTS THROUGHOUT THE ASIA PACIFIC REGION AND THE ASIA-PACIFIC ECONOMIC COOPERATION.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ESTABLISH AN AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING POLICE OFFICERS TO ENGAGE IN ROUTINE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES ON STATE BEACHES.
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WAL, JUD/FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO INCREASE ACTIVE PATROLS OF KAILUA BAY, EXPAND NO WAKE SPEED ZONES, AND ENFORCE BOATING SAFETY RULES.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO AUTHORIZE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MONUMENT IN HILO ON STATE LAND IN HONOR OF THE LATE SENATOR GILBERT KAHELE.
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VMI, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS FOR STEWARDSHIP AND PRESERVATION OF WAIPI‘O VALLEY.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE WHICH COUNTIES AND SPECIFIC GEOGRAPHIC AREAS WITHIN THE STATE ARE SUITABLE FOR THE USE OF PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL WASTEWATER SYSTEMS INCLUDING CESSPOOLS, SEPTIC SYSTEMS, AND GRAYWATER SYSTEMS.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, GOVERNOR OF HAWAII, HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION, CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION, AND FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO PROACTIVELY WORK TOWARD PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF THE ZIKA VIRUS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII BOARD OF REGENTS TO ANALYZE THE VALIDITY, EFFECTIVENESS, AND ETHICAL STANDARDS OF THE PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY PROGRAM OFFERED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO DANIEL K. INOUYE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE THE LEGISLATURE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON PUBLIC SCHOOL FUNDING.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF INSTALLING AT THE STATE CAPITOL WATER DISPENSERS DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE THE REFILLING OF REUSABLE CONTAINERS.
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LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ADOPT A STEAM CURRICULUM BY IMPLEMENTING ARTS-BASED COURSES INTO THE EXISTING STEM CURRICULUM.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OF THE LEEWARD BIKEWAY IN 2016.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND EMPLOYER–UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND TO DIVEST FROM FOSSIL FUEL INVESTMENTS.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SECURE FUNDING TO REINSTATE THE PEARL HARBOR WATER TAXI SERVICE FOR THE BENEFIT OF EWA COMMUTERS AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY.
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TRN/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO INCORPORATE A VETERANS MEMORIAL IN PLANS TO ENHANCE ONEULA BEACH PARK.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING COUNTY PLANNING AND PERMITTING AGENCIES TO SET AND MEET EFFICIENCY GOALS AND SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE NUMBER OF PERMITS ISSUED EACH YEAR.
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WAL, 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/WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONSIDER EXTENDING THE ZIPPERLANE TO KAPOLEI AND OPENING A SHOULDER LANE FROM KAPOLEI TO WAIPAHU AS TRAFFIC MITIGATION MEASURES FOR WEST OAHU COMMUTERS.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO IMPLEMENT THE TRAFFIC SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS IDENTIFIED IN THE KUPUNA LOOP SUB-AREA CORRIDOR STUDY CONDUCTED BY SSFM INTERNATIONAL AND TO REPAVE ALL CITY ROADWAYS IN THE KUNIA AND VILLAGE PARK AREA.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO REQUIRE ANTI-CRASH TECHNOLOGY TO BE INSTALLED IN ALL NEW VEHICLES MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PRESERVE PUEO HABITAT AREAS ON THE EWA PLAINS AND CONDUCT AN EXTENSIVE PUEO HABITAT INVENTORY.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOINT FACT FINDING STUDY GROUP'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A CONCERTED STATEWIDE EFFORT FOR PESTICIDE MONITORING AND OVERSIGHT.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO CREATE A PLAN TO ADDRESS OVERCROWDING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN KAPOLEI, EWA, AND WAIPAHU.
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EDN, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT PUAMANA, LAHAINA, MAUI, FOR VARIOUS SEAWALL STRUCTURES, A CONCRETE GROIN, AND REVETMENT FOOTINGS OF A HISTORIC SWIMMING POOL.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE ADOPTION OF CHIP AND PIN TECHNOLOGY BY ALL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS TO IMPROVE THE SECURITY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS IN THE STATE.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO COMPLETE THE MAKUA VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT, HALT ALL ACTIVITIES IN MAKUA VALLEY, AND INITIATE CLEAN UP TO RETURN MAKUA VALLEY TO FAMILIES WHO LOST THEIR HOMELANDS GENERATIONS AGO.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, WEST OAHU, TO COLLABORATE WITH THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO EXPLORE, COLLECT DATA, AND REPORT ON THE VIABILITY OF A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PILOT PROGRAM IN THE FIELD OF PROCUREMENT.
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EDB, HED |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN INTRA-ISLAND WATER FERRY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU WITH ONE FERRY LANDING ORIGINATING FROM THE WAIANAE SMALL BOAT HARBOR.
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TRN/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES PREPARE AN UPDATE TO THE 2009 WAIANAE BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY AND COMPLETE ADDITIONAL STUDIES AND MONITORING RECOMMENDED IN THE 2009 STUDY.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONTROL TO ADOPT THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE GUIDANCE DOCUMENT AS AGENCY POLICY FOR USE IN THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PUBLIC LAND TRUST REVENUES NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION TO ADD HAWAIIAN DIACRITICAL MARKS WHERE APPROPRIATE TO ALL STREET SIGNS AND PLACE NAME SIGNS ALONG HIGHWAYS AND ROADWAYS UPON THE REPLACEMENT OF SUCH SIGNS.
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OMH, TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN EDUCATION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON HOW TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO INSTRUCTION IN THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE IN ALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATEWIDE.
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OMH, EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR OF HAWAII TO CREATE A KAMA'AINA HOMECOMING COMMISSION FOR OUR EXPATRIATES.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PROHIBIT JUMPING AND DIVING INTO THE OCEAN AT SPITTING CAVES IN HAWAII KAI.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. TO PROVIDE A REDUCED FIXED ELECTRICITY RATE TO ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE STATE.
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EDN, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE STATE CAPITOL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A MASTER SECURITY PLAN.
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LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE STATE REPAIR AND STRONGLY CONSIDER INSTALLING WATER FOUNTAINS IN THE STATE CAPITOL REFLECTING POOLS TO EFFECTIVELY CLEAN THE POOLS, REDUCE COSTS, AND ENHANCE THE HISTORIC VALUE OF THE CAPITOL DISTRICT.
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WAL, LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO REVIEW HAWAII'S PROCUREMENT LAWS IN COMPARISON WITH FEDERAL PROCUREMENT LAWS.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO 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 AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE PLANT QUARANTINE BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PERFORM A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT THE INTERSECTION OF OMAOPIO ROAD AND KULA HIGHWAY AS A MEANS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC SAFETY.
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REQUESTING THE REENTRY COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING THE REENTRY ACADEMY FOR TRAINING AND ENTREPRENEURIAL RESOURCES (RAFTER) TRAINING AND MENTORING PROGRAM FOR INMATES.
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO IDENTIFY AND PRIORITIZE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE PROJECTS FOR ALL STATE BUILDINGS BASED ON THE HIGHEST HEALTH AND SAFETY NEEDS.
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO MONITOR PESTICIDE DRIFT.
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO PROMOTE THE EXPANSION OF AGRICULTURAL COMMERCE.
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ENCOURAGING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TO CONSIDER THE PRACTICE OF LAND EXCHANGES TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOMESTEADS IN LOCATIONS THAT BETTER SERVE THE HAWAIIAN PEOPLE.
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO REDUCE THE USE OF STANDARDIZED TESTING IN THE PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM.
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ABOLISH HIGH STAKES TEACHER EVALUATIONS.
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RE-REFERRAL
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RELATING TO EDUCATION. Allows a licensed or credentialed educational practitioner to utilize behavior analysis principles and techniques without being licensed as a behavior analyst; provided the unlicensed individual's use of those techniques is limited to the individual's recognized scope of practice. Eff. 7/1/2050. (SD2)
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