Senator Russell S. Kokubun, Vice Chair

RELATING TO BREWPUB LICENSES.

Amends brewpub licensing law to authorize brewpubs to sell malt beverages in recyclable containers, rather than just glass containers. Authorizes brewpubs to directly sell malt beverages in brewery-sealed containers to class 2 restaurant licensees.

RELATING TO TOURISM.

Directs the department of business, economic development and tourism to convene a work group to establish an international Pacific Asian Little League baseball tournament in Hawaii.

(Please note: The Committee on BED made its decision on the above measure(s) on February 11, 2005.)

RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

Requires the public utilities commission to establish a renewable energy credits trading program. Requires DBEDT to review the feasibility of the State becoming a member of the Chicago climate exchange. Establishes a Renewable Energy Credits Trading Program Advisory Committee.

(Please note: The Committee on BED will hold its decision making on the above measure on Wednesday, February 16, 2005 at 2:45 PM in conference room 224.)

RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

Requires DBEDT to convene working group to write China/Hawaii economic strategic plan 2020 containing steps for Hawaii to benefit economically from the emergence of the People's Republic of China as an economic and global leader. Reports to legislature by 12/15/2005 and 7/31/2007.

(Please note: The Committees on BED and MAT made their decisions on the above measure on February 11, 2005.