OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
TWENTY-SEVENTH STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 33
THIRTIETH LEGISLATIVE DAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2014
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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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URGING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ASSESS THE SCOPE AND FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN EMERGENCY SERVICES PATIENT ADVOCATE PROGRAM.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE ITS ACTUARIAL METHODS AND ASSUMPTIONS.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF INSTALLING NEW LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS AT STATE FACILITIES.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO COLLECT AND REPORT ON AGGREGATED DATA LINKING PROBATIONARY TEACHERS' SUMMATIVE RATINGS TO THEIR RESPECTIVE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO REGULATE NOISE POLLUTION FROM HOUSEHOLD OR RESIDENTIAL SOURCES.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ISSUE AN EXECUTIVE ORDER REQUIRING STATE AGENCIES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS TO POST MEETING MINUTES ON THE WEBSITE OF THE AGENCY, BOARD, OR COMMISSION WITHIN THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE MEETING.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO ADOPT RULES AND PROCEDURES REGULATING CLEAN AND SOBER HOMES AND HALFWAY HOUSES.
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HLT, FIN |
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CONVENING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A PAY FORWARD, PAY BACK PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND EXAMINE HAWAII'S ANIMAL CRUELTY LAWS.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO DRAFT PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR THE REHABILITATION OR PRESERVATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL, CULTURAL, OR HISTORIC STRUCTURES IN THE STATE.
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WAL, FIN |
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COMMENDING AND SUPPORTING THE PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SPACE CENTER FOR EXPLORATION SYSTEMS' COLLABORATIVE WORK WITH THE NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION AND PRIVATE INDUSTRIES IN THE AREAS OF BASALTIC CONCRETE AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING AND REQUESTING COLLABORATION TO EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR APPLICATIONS OF BASALTIC CONCRETE AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING.
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EDB |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REFRAIN FROM CHARGING LICENSING FEES TO HOME CARE AGENCIES.
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HLT, FIN |
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DESIGNATING JULY 20, 2014, AS "TRANQUILITY BASE DAY" IN HAWAII TO HONOR THE FORTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 LUNAR LANDING AT TRANQUILITY BASE AND URGING THE UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION TO INCLUDE TRANQUILITY BASE AND ASSOCIATED ARTIFACTS ON THE WORLD HERITAGE LIST.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO WORK WITH THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ASSOCIATION AND OTHER INTERESTED ORGANIZATIONS TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT A HAWAII EMERGENCY RESPONDER AND GOOD SAMARITAN MEMORIAL.
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PBS, VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PARTNER WITH PRIVATE BUSINESSES TO DEVELOP AN ART OUTLET PROGRAM THAT WILL DECREASE VANDALISM IN NEIGHBORHOODS.
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EDN, VMI |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO CONVENE AN ANTI-GRAFFITI TASK FORCE COMPOSED OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS THAT ADDRESS EDUCATION AND PREVENTION, ENFORCEMENT, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, LEGISLATION, AND GRAFFITI REMOVAL.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT CERTAIN TRAFFIC AND SAFETY STUDIES FOR THE EWA AREA OF OAHU.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PROHIBIT HEAVY TRUCKS FROM DRIVING IN THE LEFT-MOST LANE OF AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY EXCEPT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF SEPARATING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM AMONG THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA, THE COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII-WEST OAHU AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION TO REVIEW VOTING BY PROXY AT MEETINGS OF A CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MEDICAL SERVICES FOR WOMEN WITH DENSE BREAST TISSUE.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE LATE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DIRECTOR LORETTA JEAN DELIANA ANTONE FUDDY, ACSW, MPH, FOR PROMOTING THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF THE PEOPLE OF HAWAII.
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HLT |
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URGING THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU NOT TO DESIGNATE RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AS A PERMITTED USE WITHIN THE P-2 GENERAL PRESERVATION DISTRICT.
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WAL, FIN |
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CONDEMNING RUSSIA’S DEADLY PRESENCE IN UKRAINE AND STRONGLY URGING THE WITHDRAWAL OF RUSSIAN TROOPS FROM THAT SOVEREIGN NATION.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TO REFRAIN FROM DEVELOPING THE PARCEL IN HAWAII KAI COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "GREAT LAWN".
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO DOCUMENT AND REVIEW ANY LESSONS LEARNED REGARDING THE FOUR-YEAR CLOSURE OF THE MAUNALUA BAY BEACH PARK RESTROOMS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING CONGRESS TO EXEMPT HAWAII (JOINED BY PUERTO RICO AND ALASKA) FROM THE U.S. BUILD REQUIREMENT OF THE JONES ACT FOR LARGE OCEANGOING SHIPS.
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TRN/CPC, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII ELECTRICAL UTILITIES TO ADOPT A POLICY FOR THE FUTURE ELECTRICAL GRID TO SUPPORT THE USE OF MICRO-GRIDS AND SELF-SUFFICIENT RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS.
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EEP, CPC |
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REQUESTING ALL AIR CARRIERS THAT FLY INTERISLAND ROUTES IN HAWAII TO WAIVE ANY BAGGAGE FEE FOR A PASSENGER'S FIRST CHECKED BAG ON AN INTERISLAND FLIGHT.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CREATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES FOR THE PERPETUATION AND USE OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PLANTS AND RESOURCES.
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OMH, EDB |
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REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE CHILD WELFARE SERVICES BRANCH OF THE SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HUS, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS WITH FUNDING FOR ITS HOMESTEAD PROGRAM.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING MEMBERS OF HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE THE KAHOOLAWE ISLAND RESERVE COMMISSION WITH FUNDING FOR THE LONG-TERM RESTORATION OF KAHOOLAWE.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO INVESTIGATE THE SALE OF IVORY IN THE STATE.
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CPC/JUD, FIN |
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SUPPORTING FEDERAL RECOGNITION OF HAWAII'S UNIQUE BIOSECURITY NEEDS AND COORDINATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND STATE INSPECTION AGENCIES, INCLUDING INFORMATION SHARING BETWEEN FEDERAL AND STATE INSPECTION STAFF AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF INSPECTION FACILITIES.
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AGR, WAL |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A KEIKI, ‘OPIO, AND KUPUNA TRUST FUND AS A MEANS TO ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUALS TO MAKE STRONG FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS WHILE SUPPORTING CONSERVATION, REFORESTATION OF HAWAII'S NATIVE TREES, ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, SUSTAINABLE FOOD AND ENERGY PRODUCTION, AND PROGRAMS THAT SUPPORT AND BENEFIT KEIKI, ‘OPIO, AND KUPUNA, AND TO ESTABLISH AN ECO-TOURISM PROGRAM THAT ALLOWS VISITORS AND RESIDENTS OF HAWAII TO CONTRIBUTE TOWARD PLANTING NATIVE OR FOOD-BEARING TREES IN DESIGNATED AREAS.
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WAL, AGR, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO NEGOTIATE A LAND EXCHANGE SO THAT WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE WILL GAIN OWNERSHIP OF THE LAND ALONG THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF ITS CAMPUS.
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HLT, HED |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONSIDER RENEGOTIATING THE STATE'S TRANSFER OF LAND TO THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS FOR DISPUTED CLAIMS RELATING TO A PORTION OF INCOME PROCEEDS FROM THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST.
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OMH, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY MEANS OF MAXIMIZING THE EFFECTIVENESS AND VISIBILITY OF ROAD SIGNS ALONG HIGHWAY 130.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT A REVIEW, BY COUNTY, OF THE STATE'S WORKFORCE REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL AND PARAPROFESSIONAL ELDER CARE PARTNERS FOR THE NEXT DECADE IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE NEED FOR CARE OF HAWAII'S RAPIDLY GROWING ELDERLY POPULATION.
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HUS, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STUDY THE IMPACT OF CHILDREN OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ATTENDING PUBLIC SCHOOL IN HAWAII.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO ISSUE AN INTERPRETATION THAT INCLUDES EMAIL ADDRESSES IN THE OVERALL MEANING OF "CURRENT ADDRESSES" OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION MEMBERS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 514A-83.3 AND 514B-153, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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CPC, JUD |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT RULES TO MANAGE MANTA RAY DIVE SITES.
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OMH, WAL |
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URGING THE COUNTY COUNCILS TO ENACT LEGISLATION THAT ADDRESSES THE CONCERNS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONVERSION OF HAWAII'S TRADITIONAL RESORT HOTEL ROOMS INTO CONDOMINIUMS, CONDOMINIUM HOTELS, TIMESHARES, OR INDIVIDUAL VACATION UNITS.
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TOU, FIN |
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SUGGESTING THE DEFERRAL OF H.B. NO. 2529 AND REQUESTING A PROPOSAL FROM THE HAWAII HEALTH CONNECTOR AND INSURANCE DIVISION FOR THE ORDERLY WINDING DOWN OF THE STATE EXCHANGE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FEDERAL EXCHANGE.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE BEACH ACCESS POINTS AT SUNSET BEACH ON THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO SEEK FUNDING TO REESTABLISH POLLING PLACES THAT CLOSED IN 2010 AND 2012.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY, NECESSARY PROCESSES, AND COSTS RELATIVE TO REQUIRING THE CONSIDERATION OF PAST PERFORMANCE AS A FACTOR IN AWARDING PUBLIC CONTRACTS, INCLUDING LOW BID CONTRACTS.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON DEBARMENTS AND SUSPENSIONS OF STATE CONTRACTORS.
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EDB, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF EARLY WALK-IN VOTING LOCATIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE MAYOR OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATE IN REACHING OUT TO OAHU SCHOOLS TO ENCOURAGE FIELD TRIPS TO THE STATE CAPITOL AND HONOLULU HALE.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT ONLINE AND TELEPHONIC SCHEDULING FOR APPLICATION AND RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES AND STATE IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
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TRN, FIN |
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IN SUPPORT OF DECLARING 'A'A AS THE HAWAII STATE ROCK.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A COMMITTEE TO BETTER COORDINATE ALL ROAD MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING TO MINIMIZE PUBLIC INCONVENIENCE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO SIGN THE CHARTER FOR COMPASSION AND TO PROCLAIM HAWAII TO BE AN OFFICIAL COMPASSIONATE STATE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF BULLYING IN SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT THE GOVERNMENT BY THE PEOPLE ACT WHICH STRIVES TO RETURN TO THE PRINCIPLE OF A GOVERNMENT OF, BY, AND FOR THE PEOPLE.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE MAUI COUNTY COUNCIL TO AMEND THE MAUI COUNTY CODE TO ALLOW FOR THE USE OF SKATEBOARDS ON ALL PUBLIC ROADWAYS AND SIDEWALKS.
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TRN, FIN |
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DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 12TH OF EVERY YEAR AS "CHARLES DARWIN DAY" IN HAWAII.
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VMI, FIN |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR AN IMMEDIATE MORATORIUM ON THE INSTALLATION AND PROMOTION OF SMART METERS UNTIL THEY ARE PROVEN SAFE TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT, ECONOMY, AND SECURITY OF THE STATE.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF PROHIBITING SMOKING ON ALL OF HAWAII'S BEACHES.
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HLT, OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE METHODS OF ENSURING THE ACCURACY OF MAILING ADDRESSES IN VOTER REGISTRATION RECORDS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING A REPORT FROM THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION RELATING TO THE WAITING LISTS FOR HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS HOMESTEAD LEASES.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO REQUEST AN AUDIT OF THE WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONAL FISHERY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO UPGRADE ITS INVENTORY SYSTEM TO USE MODERN TECHNOLOGY.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO CONDUCT AN INVENTORY AND VALUATION OF ALL STATE-OWNED ARTWORK, ART PIECES, AND ART COLLECTIONS.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE TO CREATE AN INDUSTRIAL HEMP ADVISORY BOARD.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A STATEWIDE ELECTRONIC REPORTING SYSTEM FOR PAWN SHOPS.
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CPC/JUD, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDIAN OCEAN EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI, AND SUPPORTING PREPAREDNESS ACTIVITIES, INTERNATIONAL CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE FORUMS, AND OTHER ASIA-PACIFIC RESILIENCE EFFORTS.
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PBS, EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO EXEMPT HAWAII, THROUGH EXECUTIVE ORDER, FROM THE FEDERAL PATIENT PROTECTION AND AFFORDABLE CARE ACT AND REQUESTING THE SUPPORT OF HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION.
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HLT, CPC |
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URGING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ENHANCE ITS ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL LAWS PROHIBITING THE SALE OF IVORY.
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CPC, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AMEND EXECUTIVE ORDER 13089 TO EXEMPT MAINTENANCE AND DREDGING ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS IN EXISTING SMALL BOAT AND COMMERCIAL HARBORS WITHIN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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TRN, WAL |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A WORKING GROUP TO RECOMMEND WAYS TO REDUCE INCIDENTS OF SEPSIS AND SEPSIS DEATHS IN THE STATE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION AND ITS REGIONAL BOARDS TO SUBMIT PLANS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCING ITS OPERATING DEFICITS.
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HLT, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONSOLIDATE THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER WITHIN THE HALAWA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY AND TO FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE LAND CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER TO BENEFIT THE KALIHI COMMUNITY AND THE STATE.
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PBS, WAL |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REESTABLISH AN INTRA-ISLAND FERRY TO REDUCE TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK BETWEEN THE EWA REGION ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU AND DOWNTOWN HONOLULU BY 2015.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO WORK WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO ESTABLISH ABSENTEE-VOTING SITES AT ALL CAMPUSES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY TO ESTABLISH AND CONVENE AN ENVIRONMENTAL COURT TASK FORCE TO DESIGN AN APPROPRIATE COURT SYSTEM FOR ADJUDICATING VIOLATIONS OF LAWS ESTABLISHED TO PROTECT HAWAII'S ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL RESOURCES, AND PUBLIC HEALTH.
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EEP, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING FACEBOOK TO CORRECT INACCURATE PLACE NAMES AND LOCATION INFORMATION PERPETUATED AND WIDELY-DISTRIBUTED ON FACEBOOK PAGES TO BETTER PROTECT THE STATE'S SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC INTERESTS.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE OF HAWAII TO ADDRESS RAPIDLY GROWING INCOME INEQUALITY IN HAWAII.
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HUS, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION PROGRAMS AND APPROPRIATE RATE DESIGN INCENTIVES FOR ELECTRICITY USED OR CONSUMED FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES THAT PRODUCE FOOD FOR LOCAL CONSUMPTION.
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EEP, AGR, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON RESOLVING USER CONFLICTS IN HARBORS STATEWIDE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO RETURN LANDS IN LUALUALEI VALLEY CURRENTLY UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, WAL |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR INTERNAL REBUILDING, RESETTLEMENT, AND RECONCILIATION WITHIN SRI LANKA THAT IS NECESSARY TO ENSURE A LASTING PEACE.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT ITSELF IN AN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT MANNER BY PROVIDING DOCUMENTATION OF ITS ACTIONS REGARDING LANDS RECEIVED PURSUANT TO ACT 15, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2012, AND URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT ITS ACTIONS WITH REGARD TO THE LANDS RECEIVED IN AN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT MANNER.
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OMH, WAL |
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ESTABLISHING ANNUAL REGISTRATION AND SAFETY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR MOPEDS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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TRN, FIN |
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COMMENDING THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION ON ITS EFFORTS TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP AND CIVIC PARTICIPATION AND ENCOURAGING THE COMMISSION TO EXPAND OUTREACH TO COMMUNITIES TO PROMOTE MEMBERSHIP AND PARTICIPATION.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ATTACHMENT OF THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION PRACTICES ON A PERMANENT BASIS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES.
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FIN |
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URGING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ASSESS THE SCOPE AND FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN EMERGENCY SERVICES PATIENT ADVOCATE PROGRAM.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE ITS ACTUARIAL METHODS AND ASSUMPTIONS.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF INSTALLING NEW LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS AT STATE FACILITIES.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO COLLECT AND REPORT ON AGGREGATED DATA LINKING PROBATIONARY TEACHERS' SUMMATIVE RATINGS TO THEIR RESPECTIVE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO REGULATE NOISE POLLUTION FROM HOUSEHOLD OR RESIDENTIAL SOURCES.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ISSUE AN EXECUTIVE ORDER REQUIRING STATE AGENCIES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS TO POST MEETING MINUTES ON THE WEBSITE OF THE AGENCY, BOARD, OR COMMISSION WITHIN THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE MEETING.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTIES TO ADOPT RULES AND PROCEDURES REGULATING CLEAN AND SOBER HOMES AND HALFWAY HOUSES.
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HLT, FIN |
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CONVENING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A PAY FORWARD, PAY BACK PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND EXAMINE HAWAII'S ANIMAL CRUELTY LAWS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING VARIOUS GOVERNMENT ENTITIES, PRIVATE SECTOR HOUSING DEVELOPERS, AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO COLLABORATE AND PRODUCE A COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE HOUSING PLAN.
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HSG, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION TO DRAFT PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR THE REHABILITATION OR PRESERVATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL, CULTURAL, OR HISTORIC STRUCTURES IN THE STATE.
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WAL, FIN |
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COMMENDING AND SUPPORTING THE PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SPACE CENTER FOR EXPLORATION SYSTEMS' COLLABORATIVE WORK WITH THE NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION AND PRIVATE INDUSTRIES IN THE AREAS OF BASALTIC CONCRETE AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING AND REQUESTING COLLABORATION TO EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR APPLICATIONS OF BASALTIC CONCRETE AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING.
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EDB |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO ENTER INTO A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, TURNKEY, AND FINANCING OF EXPANDED, RENOVATED, OR NEW CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES STATEWIDE.
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PBS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REFRAIN FROM CHARGING LICENSING FEES TO HOME CARE AGENCIES.
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HLT, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT, COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT WAIOHULI-KEOKEA HOMESTEADS, KIHEI, MAUI, FOR SEAWALL AND ROCK REVETMENT PURPOSES.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO PROVIDE FOOD SAFETY WORKSHOPS OR CLASSES FOR ALL PERSONS WITH TEMPORARY FOOD ESTABLISHMENT PERMITS, PROVIDE COPIES OF ITS FOOD SAFETY ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TO CONSUMERS AND INTERESTED STAKEHOLDERS, AND CONVENE A COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS WORKING GROUP COMPOSED OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE DEPARTMENT AND THE COTTAGE FOOD INDUSTRY.
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HLT, FIN |
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DESIGNATING JULY 20, 2014, AS "TRANQUILITY BASE DAY" IN HAWAII TO HONOR THE FORTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 LUNAR LANDING AT TRANQUILITY BASE AND URGING THE UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION TO INCLUDE TRANQUILITY BASE AND ASSOCIATED ARTIFACTS ON THE WORLD HERITAGE LIST.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO WORK WITH THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ASSOCIATION AND OTHER INTERESTED ORGANIZATIONS TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT A HAWAII EMERGENCY RESPONDER AND GOOD SAMARITAN MEMORIAL.
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PBS, VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES TO REBASE THE BASIC PROSPECTIVE PAYMENT SYSTEM RATES FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES THAT SERVE MEDICAID RECIPIENTS TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015, AND THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO INCLUDE SUFFICIENT FUNDING TO COVER ANY INCREASE IN BASIC PAYMENT SYSTEM RATES RESULTING FROM REBASING IN ITS 2015-2017 BIENNIUM BUDGET.
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HLT, FIN |
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URGING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ACTION PLAN TO MITIGATE IMMEDIATE AND FUTURE CRITICAL SHORTAGES OF PHYSICIANS IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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HLT, HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MEANINGFUL CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PARTNER WITH PRIVATE BUSINESSES TO DEVELOP AN ART OUTLET PROGRAM THAT WILL DECREASE VANDALISM IN NEIGHBORHOODS.
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EDN, VMI |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO CONVENE AN ANTI-GRAFFITI TASK FORCE COMPOSED OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS THAT ADDRESS EDUCATION AND PREVENTION, ENFORCEMENT, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, LEGISLATION, AND GRAFFITI REMOVAL.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT CERTAIN TRAFFIC AND SAFETY STUDIES FOR THE EWA AREA OF OAHU.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PROHIBIT HEAVY TRUCKS FROM DRIVING IN THE LEFT-MOST LANE OF AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY EXCEPT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF SEPARATING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM AMONG THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA, THE COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII-WEST OAHU AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION TO REVIEW VOTING BY PROXY AT MEETINGS OF A CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF REQUIRING HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MEDICAL SERVICES FOR WOMEN WITH DENSE BREAST TISSUE.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE LATE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DIRECTOR LORETTA JEAN DELIANA ANTONE FUDDY, ACSW, MPH, FOR PROMOTING THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF THE PEOPLE OF HAWAII.
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HLT |
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CONDEMNING RUSSIA'S DEADLY PRESENCE IN UKRAINE AND STRONGLY URGING THE WITHDRAWAL OF RUSSIAN TROOPS FROM THAT SOVEREIGN NATION.
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VMI |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EXPEDITE CONSTRUCTION FOR THE EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE REPLACEMENT WASH-DOWN STATIONS AT MAUNALUA BAY.
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WAL, FIN |
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A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION REQUESTING CONGRESS TO EXEMPT HAWAII (JOINED BY PUERTO RICO AND ALASKA) FROM THE U.S. BUILD REQUIREMENT OF THE JONES ACT FOR LARGE OCEANGOING SHIPS.
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TRN/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING ALL AIR CARRIERS THAT FLY INTERISLAND ROUTES IN HAWAII TO WAIVE ANY BAGGAGE FEE FOR A PASSENGER'S FIRST CHECKED BAG ON AN INTERISLAND FLIGHT.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CREATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES FOR THE PERPETUATION AND USE OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PLANTS AND RESOURCES.
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OMH, EDB |
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REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE CHILD WELFARE SERVICES BRANCH OF THE SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HUS, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS WITH FUNDING FOR ITS HOMESTEAD PROGRAM.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING MEMBERS OF HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE THE KAHOOLAWE ISLAND RESERVE COMMISSION WITH FUNDING FOR THE LONG-TERM RESTORATION OF KAHOOLAWE.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO INVESTIGATE THE SALE OF IVORY IN THE STATE.
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CPC/JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION AND THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH TO FORM A WORKING GROUP TO ASSESS WHETHER CHILDREN IN HAWAII WHO ARE DEAF OR SEVERELY HARD OF HEARING AND WHO CHOOSE THE AURAL/ORAL ROUTE OF COMMUNICATION RECEIVE PROPER TRAINING AND SUPPORT TO LEARN SPOKEN LANGUAGE SKILLS.
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HLT, EDN, FIN |
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SUPPORTING FEDERAL RECOGNITION OF HAWAII'S UNIQUE BIOSECURITY NEEDS AND COORDINATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND STATE INSPECTION AGENCIES, INCLUDING INFORMATION SHARING BETWEEN FEDERAL AND STATE INSPECTION STAFF AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF INSPECTION FACILITIES.
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AGR, WAL |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A KEIKI, ‘OPIO, AND KUPUNA TRUST FUND AS A MEANS TO ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUALS TO MAKE STRONG FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS WHILE SUPPORTING CONSERVATION, REFORESTATION OF HAWAII'S NATIVE TREES, ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, SUSTAINABLE FOOD AND ENERGY PRODUCTION, AND PROGRAMS THAT SUPPORT AND BENEFIT KEIKI, ‘OPIO, AND KUPUNA, AND TO ESTABLISH AN ECO-TOURISM PROGRAM THAT ALLOWS VISITORS AND RESIDENTS OF HAWAII TO CONTRIBUTE TOWARD PLANTING NATIVE OR FOOD-BEARING TREES IN DESIGNATED AREAS.
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WAL, AGR, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO NEGOTIATE A LAND EXCHANGE SO THAT WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE WILL GAIN OWNERSHIP OF THE LAND ALONG THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF ITS CAMPUS.
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HLT, HED |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONSIDER RENEGOTIATING THE STATE'S TRANSFER OF LAND TO THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS FOR DISPUTED CLAIMS RELATING TO A PORTION OF INCOME PROCEEDS FROM THE PUBLIC LAND TRUST.
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OMH, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY MEANS OF MAXIMIZING THE EFFECTIVENESS AND VISIBILITY OF ROAD SIGNS ALONG HIGHWAY 130.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONDUCT A REVIEW, BY COUNTY, OF THE STATE'S WORKFORCE REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL AND PARAPROFESSIONAL ELDER CARE PARTNERS FOR THE NEXT DECADE IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE NEED FOR CARE OF HAWAII'S RAPIDLY GROWING ELDERLY POPULATION.
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HUS, HED, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO PLAN AND COORDINATE THE CELEBRATION OF THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STUDY THE IMPACT OF CHILDREN OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ATTENDING PUBLIC SCHOOL IN HAWAII.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO ISSUE AN INTERPRETATION THAT INCLUDES EMAIL ADDRESSES IN THE OVERALL MEANING OF "CURRENT ADDRESSES" OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION MEMBERS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 514A-83.3 AND 514B-153, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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CPC, JUD |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT RULES TO MANAGE MANTA RAY DIVE SITES.
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OMH, WAL |
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URGING THE COUNTY COUNCILS TO ENACT LEGISLATION THAT ADDRESSES THE CONCERNS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONVERSION OF HAWAII'S TRADITIONAL RESORT HOTEL ROOMS INTO CONDOMINIUMS, CONDOMINIUM HOTELS, TIMESHARES, OR INDIVIDUAL VACATION UNITS.
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TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII HEALTH CONNECTOR AND THE INSURANCE DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEVELOP A PLAN FOR THE ORDERLY TRANSITION OF THE STATE EXCHANGE TO THE FEDERAL EXCHANGE OR FOR AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICAL SOLUTION.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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SUGGESTING THE DEFERRAL OF H.B. NO. 2529 AND REQUESTING A PROPOSAL FROM THE HAWAII HEALTH CONNECTOR AND INSURANCE DIVISION FOR THE ORDERLY WINDING DOWN OF THE STATE EXCHANGE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FEDERAL EXCHANGE.
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HLT, CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE BEACH ACCESS POINTS AT SUNSET BEACH ON THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO SEEK FUNDING TO REESTABLISH POLLING PLACES THAT CLOSED IN 2010 AND 2012.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY, NECESSARY PROCESSES, AND COSTS RELATIVE TO REQUIRING THE CONSIDERATION OF PAST PERFORMANCE AS A FACTOR IN AWARDING PUBLIC CONTRACTS, INCLUDING LOW BID CONTRACTS.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE PROCUREMENT OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON DEBARMENTS AND SUSPENSIONS OF STATE CONTRACTORS.
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EDB, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF EARLY WALK-IN VOTING LOCATIONS.
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FIN |
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REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE MAYOR OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATE IN REACHING OUT TO OAHU SCHOOLS TO ENCOURAGE FIELD TRIPS TO THE STATE CAPITOL AND HONOLULU HALE.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT ONLINE AND TELEPHONIC SCHEDULING FOR APPLICATION AND RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES AND STATE IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
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TRN, FIN |
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IN SUPPORT OF DECLARING 'A'A AS THE HAWAII STATE ROCK.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A COMMITTEE TO BETTER COORDINATE ALL ROAD MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING TO MINIMIZE PUBLIC INCONVENIENCE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO SIGN THE CHARTER FOR COMPASSION AND TO PROCLAIM HAWAII TO BE AN OFFICIAL COMPASSIONATE STATE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF BULLYING IN SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR AN IMMEDIATE MORATORIUM ON THE INSTALLATION AND PROMOTION OF SMART METERS UNTIL THEY ARE PROVEN SAFE TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT, ECONOMY, AND SECURITY OF THE STATE.
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF PROHIBITING SMOKING ON ALL OF HAWAII'S BEACHES.
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HLT, OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE METHODS OF ENSURING THE ACCURACY OF MAILING ADDRESSES IN VOTER REGISTRATION RECORDS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING A REPORT FROM THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION RELATING TO THE WAITING LISTS FOR HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS HOMESTEAD LEASES.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO REQUEST AN AUDIT OF THE WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONAL FISHERY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO UPGRADE ITS INVENTORY SYSTEM TO USE MODERN TECHNOLOGY.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO CONDUCT AN INVENTORY AND VALUATION OF ALL STATE-OWNED ARTWORK, ART PIECES, AND ART COLLECTIONS.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO ESTABLISH STATEWIDE PROCEDURAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR EYEWITNESS IDENTIFICATION AND INTERROGATION OF SUSPECTS IN CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF AGRICULTURE TO CREATE AN INDUSTRIAL HEMP ADVISORY BOARD.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A STATEWIDE ELECTRONIC REPORTING SYSTEM FOR PAWN SHOPS.
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CPC/JUD, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDIAN OCEAN EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI, AND SUPPORTING PREPAREDNESS ACTIVITIES, INTERNATIONAL CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE FORUMS, AND OTHER ASIA-PACIFIC RESILIENCE EFFORTS.
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PBS, EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO EXEMPT HAWAII, THROUGH EXECUTIVE ORDER, FROM THE FEDERAL PATIENT PROTECTION AND AFFORDABLE CARE ACT AND REQUESTING THE SUPPORT OF HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION.
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HLT, CPC |
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URGING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ENHANCE ITS ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL LAWS PROHIBITING THE SALE OF IVORY.
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CPC, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AMEND EXECUTIVE ORDER 13089 TO EXEMPT MAINTENANCE AND DREDGING ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS IN EXISTING SMALL BOAT AND COMMERCIAL HARBORS WITHIN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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TRN, WAL |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE THE UNFUNDED LIABILITY OF THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES AND STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO PLACE A PEACE POLE SCULPTURE NEAR THE KATSU GOTO MEMORIAL AND RECOGNIZING THE EFFORTS OF THE COMMUNITY OF HONOKA‘A, THE HONOKA‘A PEACE COMMITTEE, AND THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMEMORATING PEACE DAY.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CREATE A TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS MAJORS RELEVANT TO INDUSTRY DEMANDS IN HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A WORKING GROUP TO RECOMMEND WAYS TO REDUCE INCIDENTS OF SEPSIS AND SEPSIS DEATHS IN THE STATE.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION AND ITS REGIONAL BOARDS TO SUBMIT PLANS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCING ITS OPERATING DEFICITS.
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HLT, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO RECOMMEND WHETHER MARIJUANA SHOULD BE RETAINED AS A SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE OR RESCHEDULED.
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HLT/HUS, JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONSOLIDATE THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER WITHIN THE HALAWA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY AND TO FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE LAND CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY THE OAHU COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER TO BENEFIT THE KALIHI COMMUNITY AND THE STATE.
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PBS, WAL |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REESTABLISH AN INTRA-ISLAND FERRY TO REDUCE TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK BETWEEN THE EWA REGION ALONG THE LEEWARD COAST OF OAHU AND DOWNTOWN HONOLULU BY 2015.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF THE ADVANCE DISPOSAL FEE PROGRAM AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIAL FUND.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO WORK WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO ESTABLISH ABSENTEE-VOTING SITES AT ALL CAMPUSES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY TO ESTABLISH AND CONVENE AN ENVIRONMENTAL COURT TASK FORCE TO DESIGN AN APPROPRIATE COURT SYSTEM FOR ADJUDICATING VIOLATIONS OF LAWS ESTABLISHED TO PROTECT HAWAII'S ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL RESOURCES, AND PUBLIC HEALTH.
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EEP, JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING FACEBOOK TO CORRECT INACCURATE PLACE NAMES AND LOCATION INFORMATION PERPETUATED AND WIDELY-DISTRIBUTED ON FACEBOOK PAGES TO BETTER PROTECT THE STATE'S SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC INTERESTS.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE OF HAWAII TO ADDRESS RAPIDLY GROWING INCOME INEQUALITY IN HAWAII.
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HUS, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION PROGRAMS AND APPROPRIATE RATE DESIGN INCENTIVES FOR ELECTRICITY USED OR CONSUMED FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES THAT PRODUCE FOOD FOR LOCAL CONSUMPTION.
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EEP, AGR, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT IDENTIFYING THE COMMON REASONS FOR DELAY IN THE PROCUREMENT, PLANNING, DESIGN, PERMITTING, AND CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLICLY FUNDED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
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EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING A SCHOOL FARM COMPLEX PILOT PROJECT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII - WEST OAHU CAMPUS.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON RESOLVING USER CONFLICTS IN HARBORS STATEWIDE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO RETURN LANDS IN LUALUALEI VALLEY CURRENTLY UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, WAL |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS WITH REGARD TO THE REVOCABLE PERMIT PROGRAM.
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OMH, FIN |
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EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR INTERNAL REBUILDING, RESETTLEMENT, AND RECONCILIATION WITHIN SRI LANKA THAT IS NECESSARY TO ENSURE A LASTING PEACE.
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VMI |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT ITSELF IN AN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT MANNER BY PROVIDING DOCUMENTATION OF ITS ACTIONS REGARDING LANDS RECEIVED PURSUANT TO ACT 15, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2012, AND URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT ITS ACTIONS WITH REGARD TO THE LANDS RECEIVED IN AN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT MANNER.
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OMH, WAL |
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ESTABLISHING ANNUAL REGISTRATION AND SAFETY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR MOPEDS THROUGHOUT THE STATE.
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TRN, FIN |
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COMMENDING THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION ON ITS EFFORTS TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP AND CIVIC PARTICIPATION AND ENCOURAGING THE COMMISSION TO EXPAND OUTREACH TO COMMUNITIES TO PROMOTE MEMBERSHIP AND PARTICIPATION.
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RE-REFERRAL
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A LEASE AND EASEMENT OF CERTAIN SUBMERGED LANDS AT MANELE BAY, LANA‘I, TO LANA‘I RESORTS, LLC.
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OMH, FIN |
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RELATING TO ELECTRICITY PRODUCERS. Authorizes the public utilities commission and the division of consumer advocacy to examine all documents and other information and data deemed necessary for the review of power purchase agreements before the commission and division of consumer advocacy, including financial records, projections, cost reports, and other material of third-party electricity producers seeking to sell power to a public utility under a power purchase agreement. (SD1)
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EEP, CPC, FIN |
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RELATING TO AGRICULTURE. Prohibits the land use commission and counties from restricting agricultural-based commercial operations that are authorized under sections 205-2(d)(15) and 205-4.5(a)(9), Hawaii Revised Statutes, in agricultural districts. Effective July 1, 2050. (SD1)
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AGR/EEP, JUD, FIN |
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