OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
THIRTY-SECOND STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 28
47th LEGISLATIVE DAY - APRIL 11, 2023
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Committee Abbreviations:
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AGR - Agriculture & Food Systems |
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CAI - Culture, Arts & International Affairs |
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CMV - Corrections, Military & Veterans |
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CPC - Consumer Protection & Commerce |
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ECD - Economic Development |
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EDN - Education |
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EEP - Energy & Environmental Protection |
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FIN - Finance |
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HET - Higher Education & Technology |
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HLT - Health & Homelessness |
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HSG - Housing |
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HUS - Human Services |
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JHA - Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs |
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LGO - Labor & Government Operations |
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LMG - Legislative Management |
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TOU - Tourism |
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TRN - Transportation |
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WAL - Water & Land |
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REFERRAL
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SUNRISE REVIEW OF THE REGULATION AND LICENSURE OF ASSOCIATE PHYSICIANS.
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CPC/LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES MED-QUEST DIVISION TO EXPAND THE TYPES OF QUALIFIED PROVIDERS ALLOWED TO PROVIDE LACTATION CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE MEDICAID POPULATION IN THE STATE.
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HUS, CPC |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO IMPROVE ACCESS OF THEBUS IN OAHU'S RURAL COMMUNITIES.
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TRN |
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REQUESTING THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF STATE LEGISLATURES AND COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS TO UPDATE THE FINDINGS OF THE 2004 JOINT PROJECT ON TERM LIMITS ON THE POTENTIAL POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES OF IMPLEMENTING TERM LIMITS FOR MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATURE.
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JHA |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS BOTH THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF PROPOSED MANDATED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR A PERCENTAGE OF THE COSTS OF KETAMINE THERAPY TO TREAT DEPRESSION.
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CPC/LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT OF PROPOSED MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY PHARMACISTS.
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CPC/LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT OF PROPOSED MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR VARIOUS SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE SERVICES.
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CPC/LMG, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT HAUULA, KOOLAULOA, OAHU, FOR THE EXISTING RIPRAP REVETMENT, RAMP, AND ROCK GROIN, AND FOR USE, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED THEREON.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO PROVIDE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS, FREE OF CHARGE, TO STUDENTS AT ALL OF ITS UNIVERSITY, COMMUNITY COLLEGE, AND EDUCATION CENTER CAMPUSES AS PART OF A PUBLIC HEALTH AND EDUCATION EQUITY STRATEGY THAT ADDRESSES ECONOMIC DISPARITIES.
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HET, FIN |
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DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS HAWAII KIDNEY AWARENESS MONTH.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING EACH COUNTY TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING, AS A CONDITION OF ITS APPROVAL OF A SUBDIVISION OR ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT FOR ANY NEW STRUCTURE OR UNIT WITHIN A STRUCTURE, THE SUBDIVIDER OR DEVELOPER TO OBTAIN ASSURANCE OF MAIL DELIVERY TO EACH PARCEL.
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HSG, WAL |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONSTRUCT AN ALL-WAY CROSSWALK ALONG THE CROSS-STREETS OF KAHUALII STREET, WAIPIO POINT ACCESS ROAD, AND FARRINGTON HIGHWAY.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DISABILITY AND COMMUNICATION ACCESS BOARD TO CONVENE AN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER WORKFORCE WORKING GROUP FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING THE INCREASE OF AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS IN THE STATE.
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HLT, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT AND ENFORCE REGULATIONS THAT ENSURE CAR SHARING SERVICES AND OPERATIONS DO NOT NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE TRAFFIC, PARKING, AND CHARACTER OF RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS.
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TRN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CREATE A PRIORITY LIST FOR REPAIRING PUBLIC SCHOOL FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS AND STUDY ACCEPTABLE ALTERNATIVES.
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EDN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCREASING WATER ACCESS AND STRENGTHENING WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FOR UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES ON HAWAI‘I ISLAND.
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WAL |
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REQUESTING THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, TO ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A JUNIOR POLICE PROGRAM AT DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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DESIGNATING HAWAII'S CORAL REEFS AS CRITICAL NATURAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND STRONGLY SUPPORTING NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS SUCH AS CORAL REEF RESTORATION FOR RISK REDUCTION.
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WAL/EEP |
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REQUESTING THE BLOOD BANK OF HAWAII TO EXPEDITE THE PROCESS OF REMOVING THE DEFERRAL FOR INDIVIDUALS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED TO BE EXPOSED TO CREUTZFELDT-JAKOB DISEASE AND VARIANT CREUTZFELDT-JAKOB DISEASE TO ASSIST WITH THE URGENT DEMAND FOR BLOOD IN THE STATE.
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HLT, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO MOVE FORWARD WITH A PEARL HARBOR HISTORIC TRAIL PILOT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND ENTER INTO A LONG-TERM AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES NAVY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU AND STATE AGENCIES, TO ENSURE THE REVITALIZATION OF THE MULTI-USE TRAIL.
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CAI/WAL |
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URGING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO INCLUDE IN ALL LIVE AND RECORDED EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM VIDEO BROADCASTS, AN ON-SCREEN INTERPRETER DISSEMINATING THE EMERGENCY INFORMATION IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AT ALL TIMES, INCLUDING DURING GRAPHIC PRESENTATIONS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONVENE A FERAL GAME MAMMAL WORKING GROUP TO FIND, SOLICIT, AND DISTRIBUTE GRANTS FOR THE CONTROL OF FERAL GAME MAMMALS.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS COMPILE PERTINENT DATA TO DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE SCOPE OF A STUDY ANALYZING WHETHER IMPLEMENTATION IN THIS STATE OF LAWS SIMILAR TO CAPTIVE INSURANCE LAWS OF MASSACHUSETTS WOULD ADDRESS THIS STATE'S RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY INSURANCE NEEDS.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO IMMEDIATELY CEASE INTERCEPTING SOCIAL SECURITY PAYMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK WORKING GROUP TO STUDY POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT PLAN, FOR SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO PROMOTE SUPPORTIVE HOUSING IN THE STATE'S LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM.
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HSG |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE AND SUPPORT LEGISLATION TO AMEND TITLE IV-A OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT TO ALLOW TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES FUNDS TO BE USED BY STATES TO BUILD TRANSITIONAL SUPPORTIVE HOUSING AND AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING.
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HUS |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REVIEW VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND SUBJECT MATTER AREAS FOR IMPLEMENTATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EXEMPT FROM REAL PROPERTY TAX THOSE PROPERTY OWNERS OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITHIN ONE-HALF MILE OF AN ACTIVE MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILL OR CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION LANDFILL OR DEEMED TO HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY AN ACTIVE LANDFILL TO A DEGREE THAT WARRANTS SUCH AN EXEMPTION.
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WAL/EEP |
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URGING THE STATE OF HAWAII, CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU, FEDERAL ENTITIES, AND PRIVATE LAND OWNERS TO WORK TOGETHER TO IMMEDIATELY OPEN THE SECTION OF THE WAIANAE COAST EMERGENCY ACCESS ROAD EXTENDING PAAKEA ROAD OUT TO LUALUALEI NAVAL ROAD FOR PUBLIC USE ON A PERMANENT BASIS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CREATE A SECOND ACCESS POINT FROM WHITMORE VILLAGE VIA SAIPAN DRIVE TO KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY TO ALLEVIATE TRAFFIC ON WHITMORE AVENUE.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH'S SOLID WASTE SECTION TO DEVELOP A PLAN OF INITIATIVES FOR IMPROVED WASTE DIVERSION BY WORKING WITH THE COUNTIES TO ADDRESS EACH COUNTY'S UNIQUE NEEDS ACCORDING TO ITS GEOGRAPHY, POPULATION, AND INDUSTRY MAKE-UP.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO AMEND FEDERAL COPYRIGHT LAW TO EXPLICITLY PROTECT CURRENT LENDING PRACTICES OF NONPROFIT ONLINE LIBRARIES.
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JHA |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HAWAII-TAIWAN FRIENDSHIP TASKFORCE TO EXPLORE WAYS TO STRENGTHEN, IMPROVE, AND EXPAND ECONOMIC, CULTURAL, AND EDUCATIONAL RELATIONS BETWEEN HAWAII AND TAIWAN.
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CAI, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT AN ASSESSMENT REPORT TO EVALUATE THE FEASIBILITY AND PRACTICALITY OF IMPLEMENTING HIGHER LEVELS OF COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR THE GENERAL AVIATION INDUSTRY AND HELICOPTER OPERATIONS AT AIRPORTS IN THE STATE.
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TRN, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII BROADBAND AND DIGITAL EQUITY OFFICE TO INCREASE ACCESS TO WI-FI IN PUBLIC PARKS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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HET |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE EXTENT TO WHICH OWNERS OF MULTIPLE PROPERTIES THAT ARE PLACES OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION WITHIN THE STATE AGGREGATE THEIR REQUIRED PARKING SPACES AND CHOOSE TO DESIGNATE AND ELECTRIFY PARKING SPACES IN A COUNTY THAT IS NOT THE SAME COUNTY WHERE THE MAJORITY OF THE PARKING SPACES ARE LOCATED.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO EXAMINE THE FREQUENCY OF COMPLAINTS FOR SUMMARY POSSESSION AND MOTIONS FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT THAT ARE GRANTED IN FAVOR OF THE LANDLORD WHEN THE LANDLORD IS REPRESENTED BY COUNSEL AND THE TENANT IS ACTING PRO SE.
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JHA |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO CREATE A PLAN FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MARITIME COLLEGE AND TO ESTABLISH A MARITIME COLLEGE.
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HET, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO IDENTIFY RESOURCES NEEDED TO EXECUTE A PLAN TO REPAIR HOMES FOR SAFE HABITATION.
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JHA |
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SUPPORTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTEGRATED HAWAII PACIFIC HYDROGEN HUB.
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EEP |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT KANEOHE, KOOLAUPOKO, OAHU, FOR THE EXISTING BOAT RAMP AND CONCRETE WALL, AND FOR USE, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED THEREON.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER REVIEW WHETHER ALL DEPARTMENTS, AGENCIES, AND OFFICES OF THE STATE HAVE UP-TO-DATE TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE CYBER THREATS AND HELP PROTECT THE STATE AGAINST CYBERATTACKS.
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LGO, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF MEDICAL CANNABIS CONTROL AND REGULATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE CHAIRPERSONS OF THE SENATE STANDING COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HOMELESSNESS, TO CONVENE THE MEDICAL AND ADULT USE CANNABIS WORKING GROUP TO RESEARCH, DEVELOP, AND FINALIZE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A DUAL USE REGULATORY SYSTEM ALLOWING ACCESS TO MEDICAL CANNABIS AND CANNABIS FOR ADULT USE.
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JHA/AGR, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS AT NO COST IN STATE BUILDINGS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES THAT ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND CONTAIN PUBLIC RESTROOMS.
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LGO, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE ESTABLISH THE MALAMA OHANA WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY, DESIGN, AND RECOMMEND TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGES TO THE STATE'S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO WORK IN COLLABORATION TO PRESERVE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF SPECIAL NEEDS INMATES AND OTHERS IN THE STATE'S JAILS AND PRISONS.
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CMV, JHA |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE DETAILING THE DEPARTMENT'S PROCESS IN ASSISTING INMATES IN OBTAINING IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
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CMV, JHA |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE EXISTING PROCEDURES FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU, AND THE COUNTY OF HAWAII, TO COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT A FIVE-YEAR PILOT PROGRAM TO MITIGATE AND CONTROL THE SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN THE POPULATION OF FERAL CHICKENS, ROOSTERS, AND PIGS.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IN COORDINATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU, TO INSTALL SPEED BUMPS AND OTHER TRAFFIC CALMING STRUCTURES ON ALA AOLANI STREET IN MOANALUA VALLEY AND OTHER SURROUNDING STREETS DEEMED APPROPRIATE TO DETER SPEEDING.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING RETAIL STORES AND PHARMACIES DOING BUSINESS IN THE STATE TO ADOPT A POLICY ON A NATIONAL AND LOCAL LEVEL GUARANTEEING AN INDIVIDUAL'S UNHINDERED ACCESS TO ALL UNITED STATES FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION-APPROVED CONTRACEPTIVES.
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HLT |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROTECT HAWAII'S WATERS AND RESOURCES BY PROHIBITING SEABED MINING.
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EEP/WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES, AND HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO COLLABORATE TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT, ADMINISTER, AND MANAGE VARIOUS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PROGRAMS AT PUBLIC FACILITIES THAT INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF PARKING STALLS TO ACCOMMODATE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING, SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE LOCKERS, AND PARKING STALL SHARING BETWEEN PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT MEMORIALS TO HONOR THE SACRIFICES AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF VETERANS FROM HAWAII.
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CAI/CMV, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY ESTABLISH A TWO-YEAR TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS KEY FINDINGS VALIDATED BY THE 2022 RESILIENCY ASSESSMENT REPORT OF THE HAWAII MARITIME TRANSPORTATION REGIONAL RESILIENCY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM PROJECT AND PLAN RESILIENCY ENHANCEMENTS.
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WAL, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE FACILITATION OF A PATH TO CITIZENSHIP FOR IMMIGRANTS FROM PARTIES TO THE COMPACTS OF FREE ASSOCIATION.
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JHA |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO RE-INTRODUCE AND SUPPORT THE PASSAGE OF THE HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS PRESERVATION ACT, H.R. RES. 9614, 117TH CONG. (2ND SESS. 2022), TO LOWER THE REQUIRED MINIMUM BLOOD QUANTUM FOR CERTAIN DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS SUCCESSOR LESSEE BENEFICIARIES FROM ONE-QUARTER NATIVE HAWAIIAN BLOOD TO ONE THIRTY-SECOND.
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JHA, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSTRUCT ELEVATED CROSSWALKS ALONG MEHEULA PARKWAY NEAR MILILANI HIGH SCHOOL.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU'S CRISIS OUTREACH RESPONSE AND ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE REGULAR CARE AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS IN THE CENTRAL OAHU, NORTH SHORE, LEEWARD, AND WINDWARD REGIONS OF OAHU ON A REGULAR ROTATING SCHEDULE.
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HLT |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO DESIGNATE KUNIA, LEILEHUA PLATEAU, AND POAMOHO AS THE CENTRAL OAHU AGRICULTURAL CORRIDOR AND TO ESTABLISH A LIST PRIORITIZING POTENTIAL AGRICULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS THAT WOULD PROVIDE THE MOST VALUE TO THE STATE.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII WEST OAHU TO ESTABLISH BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAMS IN AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY, FOOD SCIENCE, AND EDUCATION.
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AGR/HET, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE CENTER FOR NURSING TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY AND IMPACT OF THE STATE ADOPTING THE NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT.
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HLT, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO MINIMIZE HUMAN INTERACTION AT CERTAIN LOCATIONS DURING CORAL SPAWNING EVENTS.
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WAL/EEP |
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RECOGNIZING AUGUST 8, 2023, AS HAWAIIAN HONEYCREEPERS CELEBRATION DAY.
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CAI/WAL |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF ALL THE PROGRAMS WITHIN THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WAL/LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF THE EXEMPTIONS TO HAWAII'S MINIMUM WAGE LAW.
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LGO, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO RESEARCH THE DESIGNATION OF NOVEMBER 20TH OF EACH YEAR AS MAKAHIKI COMMEMORATION DAY, WHICH IS REQUESTED TO BE RECOGNIZED AS AN UNPAID STATE HOLIDAY.
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CAI/LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, TO COLLECT DATA RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WORKFORCE IN HAWAII, EVALUATE THE COLLECTED DATA, AND DEVELOP A STRATEGY TO PROVIDE BETTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING.
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LGO, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO IDENTIFY STATE JOB CLASSIFICATIONS FOR WHICH A DEGREE OR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATE FROM A COMMUNITY COLLEGE MAY SUBSTITUTE FOR AN ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE.
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LGO |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO EXAMINE THE REASONS FOR THE HIGH RATE OF VACANT STATE POSITIONS AND EXPLORE SOLUTIONS FOR FILLING THE VACANCIES, INCLUDING REEXAMINING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THOSE POSITIONS AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC AND, IN PARTICULAR, POTENTIAL WORKERS ON ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS TO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONS, INCLUDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS.
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LGO |
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URGING THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION TO DEVELOP POLICIES AND PROGRAMS TO INFORM AND EDUCATE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OWNERS AND BOARD MEMBERS OF CERTAIN MATTERS TO PROMOTE THE EFFICIENT ADMINISTRATION OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CO-CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT WITH A FOCUS ON THE PRIORITY ECONOMIC CLUSTERS ESTABLISHED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM, TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE STATE'S NEW ECONOMY.
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ECD, LGO |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO REVISE THE PRIORITIZATION AND EVALUATION AND RANKING CRITERIA FOR ITS ALLOCATION OF LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDITS AND AWARDS FROM THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE REGULATED INDUSTRIES COMPLAINTS OFFICE TO REPORT THE ITEMIZED TOTAL AMOUNT OF FINES OR JUDGMENTS COLLECTED AND UNCOLLECTED EACH YEAR, FROM 1983 TO PRESENT, AND TO INCLUDE THAT INFORMATION IN THE DIRECTOR OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS' ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RESOLUTION FUND REPORT.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES' MED-QUEST DIVISION TO TAKE STEPS NECESSARY TO ENSURE THAT ADEQUATE PROVIDER RATES ARE ESTABLISHED FOR APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS SERVICES.
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HUS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONTINUE TO RECOGNIZE AND ACCEPT THE RIGHT OF A PROVIDER OF SERVICE TO ASSIGN THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A WORKERS' COMPENSATION BILLING DISPUTE TO A BILLING COMPANY; REVIEW THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW FOR PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO ENSURE THAT SERVICE PROVIDERS MAY ASSIGN THE RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE A BILL DISPUTE TO A BILLING COMPANY; AND INCLUDE THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE PRIOR TO THE REGULAR SESSION OF 2024.
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LGO |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATURE TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP WITH REPRESENTATION FROM ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT TO DEVELOP A PROGRAM TO PHASE OUT THE USE OF PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) IN THE STATE.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE UPDATING ITS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SITES AND TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING ITS WORK.
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HET, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO EXAMINE ORGANIC PESTICIDES FOR AUTHORIZED USE IN THE STATE.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO INVESTIGATE THE CAUSES OF AND UPDATE KEY INFORMATION ON, INCLUDING FACTS AND STATISTICS, THE DECLINE OF THE CRITICALLY ENDANGERED PALILA (LOXIOIDES BAILLEUI) BIRD ON MAUNA KEA.
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WAL |
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REQUESTING EACH COUNTY TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE INTEGRATED WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN AND FINANCIAL STRATEGY TO UPGRADE OR CONVERT CESSPOOLS LOCATED WITHIN ITS RESPECTIVE JURISDICTION BY 2050.
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EEP/WAL |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY AND ADVISABILITY OF ELIMINATING THE STATE'S SAFETY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES.
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TRN, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO REVISE CURRENT RATE STRUCTURES AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR THOSE COMMUNITIES THAT HOST RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO ESTABLISH A MUSEUM OF MODERN HAWAII HISTORY TASK FORCE.
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CAI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO UPDATE THE DESIGN AND FORMAT OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION PLATES IN RESPONSE TO GROWING ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND HYBRID VEHICLE SALES.
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TRN, JHA |
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REAFFIRMING THE COMMITMENT TO INCREASE THE STATE'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING STOCK BY NOT ALLOCATING SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS AND DISCOURAGING THE USE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS.
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HSG, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT WAIKIKI, HONOLULU, OAHU, FOR THE EXISTING SEAWALL FOOTING, SEAWALL WALKWAY, AND SWIM-STEP LADDER, AND FOR USE, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED THEREON.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A STATE PROGRAM THAT REQUIRES EMPLOYERS TO PROVIDE A MINIMUM AMOUNT OF PAID SICK LEAVE AND SUPPLEMENTAL PAID SICK LEAVE TO EMPLOYEES, WITH A FOCUS ON THE EFFECTS OF MANDATORY PAID SICK LEAVE ON SMALL BUSINESSES AND LOW-INCOME EMPLOYEES.
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LGO, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TO CONVENE A MULTIAGENCY WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY SITES THAT HAVE THE COLLECTIVE CAPACITY TO ACCOMMODATE TEN THOUSAND NEW HOMES PER YEAR, FOR THE NEXT FIFTY YEARS.
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HSG |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES TO SUPPORT TAIWAN'S PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION, INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL POLICE ORGANIZATION, UNITED NATIONS FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE, AND INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION AND URGING INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS TO GRANT TAIWAN MEMBERSHIP, OBSERVER, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE STATUS.
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CAI |
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REQUESTING A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON REDEVELOPING LANDS SITUATED AT TMK (1) 2-8-015:001 INTO WORKFORCE HOUSING AND OTHER AFFILIATED USES.
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HET/HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO SUMMARIZE THE LAWS IN OTHER STATES THAT PROVIDE FOR A CONTINUOUS LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
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LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE OPTIONS THAT PROVIDE ADDITIONAL AIR SERVICE TO REMOTE AND UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE STATE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES IN COLLABORATION WITH THE STADIUM AUTHORITY TO PROCURE A DEVELOPER TO DESIGN, BUILD, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN THE NEW ALOHA STADIUM FACILITY.
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WAL/ECD, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE STATE TO BUILD A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE KINGDOM OF THE NETHERLANDS AND COLLABORATE ON SIMILAR, SHARED CHALLENGES AND GOALS.
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CAI, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE STATE'S COLLABORATION WITH SISTER-STATES ON GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP.
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CAI/EEP, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING LOCAL COMPANIES AND INDUSTRY PARTNERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2023 ASIA-PACIFIC ECONOMIC COOPERATION EVENTS IN SEATTLE AND SAN FRANCISCO.
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CAI, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO BEGIN A DISCUSSION CONSIDERING THE BENEFITS AND RISKS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES.
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HET, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO STUDY PROVIDING CERTAIN HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR ALL CHILDREN AND PREGNANT PERSONS WHO WOULD OTHERWISE QUALIFY FOR COVERAGE IF NOT FOR THEIR IMMIGRATION STATUS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO WORK IN CONCERT WITH THE HAWAII BROADBAND AND DIGITAL EQUITY OFFICE, HAWAII BROADBAND HUI, AND AARP HAWAI‘I, TO DEVELOP A STANDARD TRAINING WORKSHOP FOR KUPUNA AND CAREGIVERS ON HOW TO SELECT AND PURCHASE APPROPRIATE BROADBAND CONNECTIVITY EQUIPMENT AND AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT SUCH AS TABLETS, AND HOW TO OPERATE EQUIPMENT TO ACCESS TELEHEALTH SERVICES.
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HET, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND HAWAI‘I ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS TO EXPAND THE REVITALIZATION OF THE FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA AND 4-H YOUTH PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT PATHWAYS TO AGRICULTURE CAREERS IN HAWAII.
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AGR, EDN |
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URGING THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ISSUE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THE GUS SCHUMACHER NUTRITION INCENTIVE PROGRAM TO PROVIDE MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE STATE DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS PROGRAM TO ALL APPROVED SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM RETAIL OUTLETS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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AGR |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES' MED-QUEST DIVISION TO ADVOCATE THAT THE STATE INCREASE MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENTS TO DENTISTS AND, UPON AN INCREASE APPROVAL, TO PROACTIVELY INFORM BOTH DENTAL SERVICE PROVIDERS AND MEDICAID BENEFICIARIES OF NEW RATE PLANS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO UPDATE ITS MISSION STATEMENT TO INCLUDE LOCAL FOOD PRODUCTION TO SUPPLY LOCAL COMMUNITY CONSUMPTION, AND TO FEATURE THE MISSION STATEMENT MORE PROMINENTLY ON ITS WEBSITE AND APPROPRIATE PUBLICATIONS.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A NATIVE HAWAIIAN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY WORKING GROUP TO DISCUSS POLICIES AND LEGISLATION WITH RESPECT TO NATIVE HAWAIIAN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.
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REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO RELOCATE THE BUS TURNAROUND OFF MAKAU STREET TO KEAAU BEACH PARK OR THE SURROUNDING AREA.
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TRN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT OF MANDATING PARITY IN VITRO FERTILIZATION HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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CPC/LMG, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES TO ADOPT A FORMAL ETHICS CODE FOR THE JUSTICES.
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JHA |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO ANALYZE THE AVAILABLE DATA ON HAWAII WORKERS' COMPENSATION CASES RELATING TO DEATH BENEFITS FOR THE PAST TEN YEARS AND OBTAIN ANY ADDITIONAL DATA FROM THE HAWAII INSURERS COUNCIL OR ANY OTHER STATE OR FEDERAL SOURCE TO RECOMMEND ANY UPDATES TO THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW.
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LGO, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REPORT ON WAYS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES OR COURSE CREDITS FOR NON-TRADITIONAL AND EXTERNAL LEARNING EXPERIENCES.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY TO DEVELOP A PROGRAM TO ASSIST LOW-INCOME PET OWNERS AFFORD EMERGENCY CARE FOR THEIR PETS.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO CREATE A PROCESS UNDER SECTION 201H-38, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, FOR HOUSING PROJECTS EXCLUSIVELY OCCUPIED BY HAWAII RESIDENTS WHO OWN NO OTHER REAL PROPERTY.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO PRIORITIZE THE ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM THE RENTAL HOUSING REVOLVING FUND, DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND, AND LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDITS FOR PROJECTS THAT WILL MAKE THE MOST EFFICIENT USE OF TAXPAYER FUNDS AND ADDRESS THE MOST URGENT STATE PRIORITIES.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO ISSUE LOANS OR GRANTS TO BUYERS IN HIGH PRIORITY HOUSING CATEGORIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BUYERS WITH INCOMES ABOVE SIXTY AND AT OR BELOW ONE HUNDRED FORTY PERCENT OF THE MEDIAN FAMILY INCOME FOR THE STATE, OWNER-OCCUPANTS WHO OWN NO OTHER REAL PROPERTY, INDIVIDUALS ON THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS WAITLIST, AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTIONS REGARDING FUGITIVE DUST.
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REGULATING VESSEL SPEED NEAR HUMPBACK WHALES.
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URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO IMMEDIATELY AND SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASE THE FINES ASSESSED AGAINST PREDATORY COSMETICS ESTABLISHMENTS FOR VIOLATING THE MAUI COUNTY HISTORIC DISTRICTS ORDINANCE.
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JHA |
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URGING THE DIVISION OF BOATING AND OCEAN RECREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO FACILITATE A STATE AND COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF ALL SMALL BOAT HARBORS LOCATED ON THE ISLAND OF MAUI.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO TRANSFER TO THE COUNTY OF MAUI THE LAHAINA PUBLIC LIBRARY MAKAI LAWN.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE DIVISION OF BOATING AND OCEAN RECREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WAL/LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES INDO-PACIFIC COMMAND TO MORE PROACTIVELY COMBAT VIOLENCE AGAINST CIVILIAN WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN HAWAI‘I BY MAKING A ZERO-TOLERANCE COMMITMENT, SHARING GENDER‑BASED VIOLENCE PREVALENCE DATA WITH THE STATE GOVERNMENT, AND LAUNCHING AN ANTI-COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION PROGRAM ACROSS ALL HAWAI‘I MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
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CMV, JHA |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO IMPLEMENT AN IMMEDIATE FINE FOR GROUNDED VESSELS THAT HAVE REASONABLY CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE ENVIRONMENT OR CREATED A MATERIAL BURDEN ON THE STATE FOR ITS REMOVAL.
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WAL |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT MAALAEA BEACH LOTS, WAIKAPU, WAILUKU, MAUI, FOR THE EXISTING SEAWALL AND ROCK REVETMENT, AND FOR USE, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, AND REMOVAL OF THE EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED THEREON.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS.
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WAL, FIN |
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