OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER
TWENTY-NINTH STATE LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE REFERRALS
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NO. 39
29TH LEGISLATIVE DAY-MARCH 13, 2018
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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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HHS - Health & Human Services |
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HSG - Housing |
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IAC - Intrastate Commerce |
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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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REQUESTING AN INCREASED HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESENCE ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE TO INCLUDE IN ITS LIST OF FIRST RESPONDERS A NETWORK OF ORGANIZATIONS CONTRACTED TO IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND ICE TO CITIZENS DURING A NATURAL DISASTER.
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PBS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROHIBIT INDIVIDUALS FROM APPROACHING WITHIN FIFTY FEET OF A HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL EXCEPT WHEN PROVIDING AID TO THE HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM TO STRENGTHEN HAWAII'S ECONOMIC RELATIONS AND INCREASE AND DEVELOP ADDITIONAL INVESTMENT AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES WITH AUSTRALIA.
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EDB/VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE USE OR INCORPORATION OF THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE INTO THE VOCABULARY USED TO IDENTIFY LOCAL FLORA AND FAUNA AND INTO SAFETY WARNINGS AND ENCOURAGING THE IMPROVED PRONUNCIATION OF WORDS IN THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE GOVERNOR'S COORDINATOR ON HOMELESSNESS TO CONSIDER ENTERING INTO ADDITIONAL CONTRACTS WITH PROVIDER AGENCIES TO OPEN ADDITIONAL TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTERS IN WAIPAHU.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING AN INCREASE IN THE STIPEND AMOUNTS OF ELECTION DAY OFFICIALS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REGARDING NOISE LEVEL STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL AREAS OF THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE TO ALLOW INJURED PLAYERS TO USE CANNABIDIOL IN PILL OR LIQUID FORM, IN LIEU OF OPIOIDS, TO ADDRESS THE PAIN FROM THEIR WORK-RELATED INJURIES.
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HHS, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SUBMIT LEGISLATION FOR A UNIVERSAL HELMET LAW IN HAWAII REQUIRING ALL OPERATORS AND RIDERS OF MOTORCYCLES, MOTOR SCOOTERS, MOPEDS, AND BICYCLES TO WEAR SAFETY HELMETS.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE ABILITY OF USING WAVE ENERGY PRODUCTION TO MEET THE STATE'S RENEWABLE ENERGY GOALS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REINSTATE THE BAN ON THE MANUFACTURE, TRANSFER, AND POSSESSION OF THE AR-15 RIFLE AND OTHER CIVILIAN WEAPONS THAT WERE DESIGNED FOR MILITARY USE.
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PBS, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE NEEDS AND COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AUDIO AND VIDEO TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE ACCESS FOR ALL STATE RESIDENTS TO TESTIFY IN-PERSON ON LEGISLATION.
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LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO TO OFFER ADDITIONAL ONLINE DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A GLOBAL EDUCATION STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM BETWEEN CHINA AND HAWAII FOR LOW-INCOME MINORITY STUDENTS.
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VMI, EDN, FIN |
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ENDORSING TAIWAN'S PARTICIPATION AS AN OBSERVER IN THE UNITED NATIONS FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE, INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION, WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION, AND INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL POLICE ORGANIZATION; ENCOURAGING A U.S.-TAIWAN BILATERAL TRADE AGREEMENT; AND CELEBRATING THE STATE OF HAWAII'S TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF SISTER-STATE RELATIONS WITH TAIWAN.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE THE REGULATION OF PERSONAL VEHICLE RENTALS AND TO CONSIDER STANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR THIS INDUSTRY.
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TRN, CPC |
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REQUESTING STUDIES ON INDIRECT AND OVERHEAD COST REIMBURSEMENTS AND TIMELINESS OF PAYMENTS TO NONPROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS CONTRACTED BY THE GOVERNMENT.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EVALUATE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATION ON FACILITATING THE RE-USE OF WATER IN HAWAII.
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HHS/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY TO EVALUATE THE APPROPRIATENESS OF RESCHEDULING CANNABIS AT THE STATE LEVEL FROM SCHEDULE I TO SCHEDULE III.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES, AND ALL OTHER AGENCIES OF THE STATE OR ANY OF ITS POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS, TO RECOGNIZE THAT ENFORCEMENT OF CANNABIS LAWS UNDER FEDERAL LAW IS A FEDERAL FUNCTION AND DECLINE TO WORK WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES IN ENFORCING FEDERAL LAWS WITH REGARD TO MEDICAL CANNABIS USE ALLOWED IN HAWAII.
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HHS/JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO OPPOSE THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION'S RECENT DECISION TO OVERTURN THE 2015 NET NEUTRALITY RULES AND TO PASS LEGISLATION THAT WOULD RETAIN NET NEUTRALITY NATIONWIDE.
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IAC/CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES OF THE STATE OF HAWAII AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO STUDY THE POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF INCREASING PLASTIC RECYCLING.
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EEP/FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF REQUIRING HEALTH INSURERS TO PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN NATIVE HAWAIIAN CULTURE-BASED ACTIVITIES.
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HHS/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM CONVENE AN INTERNATIONAL MOON BASE ALLIANCE COMMITTEE TO PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS AND GUIDANCE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF EVOLVABLE LUNAR ARCHITECTURE ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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EDB/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS RECONVENE AND REPURPOSE THE HUI IMI ADVISORY COUNCIL.
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EDB/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE CUMULATIVE HEALTH EFFECTS OF PERSISTENT URBAN NOISE IN HONOLULU.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO ENFORCE THE ISSUANCE OF FINES TO STATE AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THAT FAIL TO SUBMIT AUDITED RETIRED EMPLOYEE UNUSED SICK LEAVE CREDITS AND OTHER PERSONNEL INFORMATION TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM IN A TIMELY MANNER.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ESTABLISH A KAUAI INVASIVE SPECIES TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE ISSUES OF INVASIVE ANIMALS IN KAUAI.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY HIGH PRIORITY AREAS FOR POTENTIAL DESIGNATION AS MARINE MANAGED AREAS.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE UNITED STATES PACIFIC COMMAND DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A WARNING SYSTEM FOR AFFECTING THE STATE MILITARY-RELATED EMERGENCIES AND THAT THE UNITED STATES PACIFIC COMMAND BE THE SOLE AGENCY RESPONSIBLE FOR ISSUING PUBLIC ALERTS OR WARNINGS RELATING TO MILITARY MATTERS AFFECTING THE STATE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE ADEQUACY OF THE PHYSICIAN NETWORKS ON ALL ISLANDS OF THE STATE.
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HHS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION TO REQUIRE ALL TELEVISION STATIONS THAT BROADCAST IN HAWAII TO DEDICATE TIME SLOTS TO EDUCATE THE GENERAL PUBLIC THROUGH PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS ON HOW TO PREPARE FOR NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS.
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PBS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CREATE A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY UNLICENSED CARE FACILITY ISSUES.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF OPENING COMMUNITY OUTREACH COURTS IN PUNA AND KAU.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A REVIEW REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OF "INCIDENTAL AND SUPPLEMENTAL" CONTRACTING WORK.
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LAB/LMG, FIN |
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URGING EVALUATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR VESSEL BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION BY STATE AGENCIES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR HAWAII HARBORS.
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EEP/TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE SPECIAL LAND AND DEVELOPMENT FUND AND THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE LAND DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO REVIEW THE EXISTING RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF SCREEN TIME AND MEDIA CONSUMPTION ON CHILDREN'S AND ADOLESCENTS' PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONVENE AN INSURANCE MODERNIZATION WORKING GROUP TO UPDATE AND MODERNIZE THE STATE'S PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE AND LIFE INSURANCE LAWS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO CALL A CONVENTION OF THE STATES, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION, FOR THE LIMITED PURPOSE OF PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO IMPOSE FISCAL RESTRAINTS ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, RESTRAIN THE POWER AND JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, AND LIMIT THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR ITS OFFICIALS AND FOR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO AMEND THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN HEALTH CARE IMPROVEMENT ACT TO ENSURE THAT THE ACT RECEIVES PERMANENT FUNDING.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO IMPLEMENT SAFEGUARDS AT HAUULA BEACH PARK TO PROTECT HAWAIIAN MONK SEALS.
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EEP, JUD |
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URGING THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO OPEN A POLICE STATION ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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PBS, 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 CROSSWALKS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ALLOW THE COUNTIES TO USE VACANT STATE LANDS AS STORAGE FOR ABANDONED VEHICLES.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STRATEGIC PLAN TO INCLUDE DATA GOALS AND OBJECTIVES.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION OAHU REGIONAL BOARD TO ASSESS THE AVAILABILITY OF LONG-TERM CARE BEDS ON OAHU AND TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE CLOSURE OF LEAHI HOSPITAL AND MALUHIA LONG-TERM CARE HEALTH CENTER.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF POTENTIAL METHODS FOR RESTRICTING THE COLLECTION AND SALE OF SENSITIVE CONSUMER DATA BY INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS AND URGING HAWAII'S INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS TO VOLUNTARILY REFRAIN FROM SUCH PRACTICES.
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IAC, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ENGAGE IN PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO REDUCE LITTERING, PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY PROGRAM TO KEEP ROADS LITTER-FREE, AND WORK WITH THE COUNTIES TO EXPAND THE ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY PROGRAM TO INCLUDE COUNTY ROADS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO CONDUCT A SYSTEMATIC, TRANSPARENT, AND DATA-DRIVEN ASSESSMENT TO DETERMINE WHERE NEW WARNING SIRENS ARE NEEDED IN THE STATE, BASED ON HAZARD RISKS, POPULATION DENSITY, VULNERABLE POPULATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT CRITERIA.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS AND ALL COUNTY CLERKS TO PURCHASE AND DISTRIBUTE "I VOTED" STICKERS DURING ELECTIONS.
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JUD, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATIVELY WORK WITH COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS TO IDENTIFY AND ESTABLISH OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS IN METROPOLITAN HONOLULU.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO EVALUATE THE POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF MANDATING LICENSURE OF ALL PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN THE STATE.
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EDN/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE HOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CAN MAXIMIZE MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR SUPPORT SERVICES OFFERED TO ELIGIBLE STUDENTS DURING SCHOOL HOURS.
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EDN/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; AND THE COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING FOOD SAFETY.
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AGR/HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE A TWO-YEAR WORKING GROUP TO DETERMINE THE BEST WAY TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF SURROGATES, GESTATIONAL CARRIERS, INTENDED PARENTS, AND CHILDREN.
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HHS, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE VALUE AND IMPORTANCE OF THE CONSERVATION ECONOMY AND REQUESTING THE SUPPORT OF A CONSERVATION ECONOMY FROM THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS.
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EDB/EEP, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PASS LEGISLATION TO CLARIFY THE STATUS OF MIGRANTS UNDER THE COMPACTS OF FREE ASSOCIATION FOR PURPOSES OF THE REAL ID ACT OF 2005 TO PROMOTE FAIRNESS AND EQUALITY UNDER THE LAW.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SUPPLY EACH PUBLIC KINDERGARTEN AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT IN THE STATE WITH MEALS, READY-TO-EAT, FOR CONSUMPTION WHEN NATURAL DISASTERS OR OTHER EMERGENCY INCIDENTS OCCUR.
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PBS/EDN, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF THE HAWAII PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, THE QUEEN'S HEALTH SYSTEMS, AND THE MED-QUEST DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PROTOCOLS FOR HANDLING CRIMINAL CASES INVOLVING VULNERABLE VICTIMS AND WITNESSES.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK IN CONJUNCTION TO TRANSFORM THE BLACKTOP PARKING LOT IN FRONT OF IOLANI PALACE INTO A PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY ZONE.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF ‘OLELO COMMUNITY MEDIA.
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IAC, CPC |
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URGING THE STATE TO ADDRESS THE LACK OF LANGUAGE SUPPORT IN SERVICES, PROGRAMS, AND ACTIVITIES OFFERED BY STATE GOVERNMENT FOR PERSONS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO GRANT FULL VETERANS BENEFITS TO FILIPINO VETERANS WHO FOUGHT IN WORLD WAR II BUT WERE SUBSEQUENTLY DENIED THE BENEFITS TO WHICH THEY WERE ENTITLED.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE ADEQUACY OF INSURANCE COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES AND TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DRIVERS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A REGIONAL CESSPOOL MODERNIZATION TASK FORCE WITHIN EACH COUNTY OF THE STATE.
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EEP/HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ASSESS THE DANGERS OF PEDESTRIAN USE OF THE SHOULDER OF HALEAKALA HIGHWAY BETWEEN UPPER KIMO DRIVE AND AINAKULA ROAD AND TO EXAMINE POTENTIAL PEDESTRIAN SAFETY COUNTERMEASURES.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY WAYS TO ENCOURAGE ALL POLICE AND FIRE STATIONS IN THE STATE TO HAVE A CERTIFIED CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY TECHNICIAN AVAILABLE TO INSPECT CHILD PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH A CAMPAIGN TO EDUCATE VISITORS TO THE STATE ABOUT THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF OXYBENZONE SUNSCREEN ON CORAL REEFS AND TO ENCOURAGE VISITORS TO THE STATE TO REFRAIN FROM USING OXYBENZONE SUNSCREENS.
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EEP/TOU, FIN |
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URGING THE FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN TASK FORCE, PU‘UHONUA SUMMIT, AND JUSTICE CENTER AS A COMPREHENSIVE CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM TO REDUCE THE INCARCERATED POPULATION, INCLUDING THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN INCARCERATED POPULATION, BY TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT BY 2023.
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OMH/PBS, FIN |
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URGING STATE AGENCIES TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE AND CONTROL THE FERAL CATS AND CHICKENS ON STATE PROPERTIES WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE JURISDICTIONS TO AVOID CREATING A NUISANCE, CAUSING DAMAGE, AND OTHER NEGATIVE IMPACTS TO NEIGHBORING PRIVATE PROPERTIES.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CENTER ON AGING TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW IN-HOME CARE SERVICES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CARE.
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LAB/HED, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII LABOR RELATIONS BOARD, AND OTHER CONCERNED AGENCIES OR JUDICIAL BODIES, TO TAKE NOTICE OF THE LEGISLATURE'S INTENT TO ENABLE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATIVES TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL VIABILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY AND EFFECTIVELY REPRESENT PUBLIC EMPLOYEES, AND TO REMOVE OR REDUCE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR EMPLOYEES TO "FREE RIDE".
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LAB |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE INCIDENCES OF ADVERSE EFFECTS TO VACCINES IN HAWAII.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING STATE DEPARTMENTS TO PROVIDE THE LEGISLATURE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON VACANT STATE FACILITIES FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO PERFORM A STUDY OF THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL SYSTEM AND TO CREATE ACTIONABLE PROPOSALS FOR FUNDAMENTAL STRUCTURAL REFORM.
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EDN, LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE USAGE OF HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE WHEN REFERRING TO THE NAMES OF PLACES AND GEOGRAPHICAL FEATURES IN HAWAI‘I.
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OMH, JUD |
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ENCOURAGING THE U.S. ARMY AND U.S. NAVY TO NOMINATE KOLEKOLE PASS TO THE THEATER ENGINEER EFFECTS BOARD TO BE REPAIRED FOR USE BY THE MILITARY AND AS AN EVACUATION ROUTE IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR NATURAL DISASTER ON THE LEEWARD COAST.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE FACULTY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO MAKE GREATER USE OF OPEN EDUCATION RESOURCES AND OTHER LOW-COST OR FREE RESOURCES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE TO STRENGTHEN ITS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS BY REPOSITIONING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLY CACHES FROM OAHU TO THE NEIGHBOR ISLANDS.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE SAFE, LEGAL, AND BENEFICIAL USE OF DRONES IN HAWAII.
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EDB/HED, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE MAYOR OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI AND THE MAUI COUNTY COUNCIL TO COLLABORATE ON IMPROVING SAFE BEACH ACCESS AT NAPILI BEACH.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING APRIL 7 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2019, AS VOLUNTEER WEEK IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, JUD |
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URGING THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE, INTERNATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE, UNITED STATES OLYMPIC COMMITTEE, AND THE TOKYO ORGANISING COMMITTEE OF THE OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES TO ENCOURAGE OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC ATHLETES TO TRAIN IN HAWAII FOR THE 2020 SUMMER OLYMPICS AND THE 2020 SUMMER PARALYMPICS.
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TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY, IN COORDINATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE ISSUES RELATED TO CLOTHING-OPTIONAL BEACHES IN THE STATE.
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WAL/TOU, JUD |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT AND FUND THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF FIREARMS VIOLENCE AND PREVENTION.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON LAWS AND POLICIES REGARDING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN TEACHERS AND STUDENTS.
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EDN/HED, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS BOTH THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF PROPOSED MANDATED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE COSTS OF MEDICALLY NECESSARY TRANSPORTATION TO THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES FOR QUALIFYING PATIENTS.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON CONVERTING THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND FROM A FULLY INSURED MODEL TO A SELF-INSURED MODEL TO PROVIDE HEALTH BENEFITS TO STATE AND COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND RETIREES.
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LAB/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO REPORT ON CAPITATED PAYMENT MODELS BY HEALTHCARE INSURANCE PLANS.
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LAB/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO PREVENT THE STATEWIDE SPREAD OF SEASONAL INFLUENZA WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO HIGH-RISK ELDERLY RESIDENTS IN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ENCOURAGE TRANSPARENCY RELATING TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT AND THE SERVICES AND SUPPORTS PROVIDED TO OLDER ADULTS THROUGH THE COUNTY AREA AGENCIES ON AGING AND CONTRACTED SERVICE PROVIDERS.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE AND PARTICIPATE IN THE HAWAII LEGAL AID INTERAGENCY ROUNDTABLE TO BETTER SERVE LOW-INCOME, VULNERABLE, AND AT-RISK POPULATIONS AND INCREASE THE AVAILABILITY OF MEANINGFUL ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN THE STATE.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING THE DECREASE OF MILITARY SPENDING AND REALLOCATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS TO INCREASE FEDERAL INVESTMENT IN ADDRESSING ENVIRONMENTAL AND HUMAN HEALTH CONCERNS AND FOR DEBT REDUCTION.
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VMI/EEP/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A MIDWIFERY REGULATORY WORKING GROUP.
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HHS, IAC, CPC |
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REQUESTING ALL STATE AGENCIES TO TAKE ACTION TO ASSIST THE STATE IN ACHIEVING THE SEVENTEEN UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS AND INDICATORS BY 2030.
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EDB/LAB/EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION TO EXPEDITE THE APPROVAL OF NEW NONPRESCRIPTION SUNSCREEN ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FOR USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE HOW A STATEWIDE USE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSESSMENTS AND RESPONSE PROTOCOL BY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL CAN HELP TO STRENGTHEN THE STATE'S OVERALL RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO DEDICATE ONE PRIVATE ROOM IN THE HAWAII STATE CAPITOL BUILDING FOR EMPLOYEES AND VISITORS TO BREASTFEED OR EXPRESS MILK.
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LMG/LAB, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE PURCHASE, PRESERVATION, AND RESTORATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND CONSERVATION LANDS IN MAUNAWILI VALLEY, O‘AHU, AND URGING VARIOUS FEDERAL, STATE, AND COUNTY ENTITIES TO ACQUIRE AND PROTECT IMPORTANT ANCIENT AND HISTORIC SITES AND TRAILS AND WATERS IN MAUNAWILI VALLEY.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONDUCT A REVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICIES AND TRAINING.
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EDN/JUD, FIN |
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DESIGNATING MARCH 2018 AS BLEEDING DISORDERS AWARENESS MONTH.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF USING REUSABLE CUTLERY AND FLATWARE AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE CREATION OF A VIRTUAL CENTER FOR WOMEN AND TECHNOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY AND DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO NOT USE BLINDNESS AS A BASIS FOR DENYING PARENTAL RIGHTS.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, AND THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TO MAKE NECESSARY UPDATES TO ENSURE THAT TEXTUAL AND AUDIBLE INFORMATION FROM THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM ARE MATCHED AND SYNCHRONIZED DURING TELEVISION BROADCASTS.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I TO REVIEW AND UPDATE ITS TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES AND ACCESS FOR THE DEAF, INDIVIDUALS WITH HEARING DISABILITIES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH SPEECH DISABILITIES.
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HHS, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE DRIVERS OF RISING COSTS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS IN THE STATE.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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URGING STATEWIDE SUPPORT FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY LEGISLATION TO REDUCE MOTOR VEHICLE FATALITIES AND INJURIES.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTION TO TRANSFER THE OPERATION AND LANDS OF WAIALEE LIVESTOCK EXPERIMENT STATION TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
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AGR/HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO EVALUATE THE SISTER-STATE PROGRAM AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE THE CAPACITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE EFFORTS TO PROMOTE MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS.
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VMI/EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO CONDUCT A COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CREATIVE DISTRICTS IN HAWAII.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES TO STUDY HOW THE INCREASE IN BURIAL SERVICE REQUESTS HAS AFFECTED THE HAWAII STATE VETERANS CEMETERY.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO RESTORE THE PRESUMPTION OF A SERVICE CONNECTION FOR AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE TO UNITED STATES VETERANS WHO SERVED IN THE WATERS DEFINED BY THE COMBAT ZONE AND IN THE AIRSPACE OVER THE COMBAT ZONE IN VIETNAM.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING VARIOUS GOVERNMENT ENTITIES TO DEVELOP, UPDATE, AND INTRODUCE POLICIES RELATED TO HELICOPTER AIR TOURS AT THE STATE AND NATIONAL LEVEL.
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TOU/TRN, JUD |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS ON APPROACHES TO SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS HAWAIIAN NATIONALITY AS A CATEGORY OF PROHIBITED DISCRIMINATION.
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OMH, JUD |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO AMEND THE CHOICE FOR SELF-DECLARATION TO ALLOW THE AFFIANT TO IDENTIFY AS A PERSON BORN WITHIN THE GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES OF WHAT IS CURRENTLY THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I OR A DESCENDANT OF ANY CITIZEN OF THE HAWAIIAN KINGDOM THAT THE UNITED STATES RECOGNIZED AS A NATION PRIOR TO 1893.
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OMH, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CREATE A MASTER PLAN FOR A PARCEL IN THE NANAKULI-WAI‘ANAE COMPLEX AREA THAT WOULD INCLUDE AN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER AND OTHER FEATURES.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF CUSTOMER SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO FULLY STAFF ITS DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES WAIANAE DRIVER LICENSE BRANCH AND INCREASE ITS HOURS OF OPERATION TO FIVE DAYS PER WEEK.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH LOCAL HUNTERS TO ACCOMMODATE TRADITIONAL AND CUSTOMARY NATIVE HAWAIIAN HUNTING PRACTICES AND CHANGE ITS POLICIES BASED ON THE CONCERNS OF LOCAL HUNTERS.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REMOVE ABANDONED VEHICLES AND GARBAGE FROM PUBLIC PARKS AND BEACHES IN THE STATE WITHIN TEN BUSINESS DAYS OF THE DATE THAT THE ABANDONED VEHICLE OR GARBAGE WAS REPORTED TO THE DEPARTMENT.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO USE THE WAI‘ANAE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PLAN WHEN APPROVING PLANNING PERMITS ISSUED FOR DEVELOPMENTS ON THE WAI‘ANAE COAST.
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WAL, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE HAWAI‘I TOURISM AUTHORITY TO COLLABORATE WITH THE ULTIMATE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP TO CONDUCT AN EVENT IN HAWAI‘I.
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TOU, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOMELANDS TO COMMIT TO PROVIDING HOUSING FIRST FOR NATIVE HAWAIIAN BENEFICIARIES.
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HSG/OMH, FIN |
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URGING SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, TEACHERS, PARENTS, AND STUDENTS TO BE EDUCATED ABOUT THE POTENTIAL HEALTH IMPACTS OF HEAVY BACKPACKS AND TO TAKE PROACTIVE MEASURES TO AVOID INJURY.
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EDN/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE PROCESS THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES USES TO REMOVE VESSELS STRANDED IN NEARSHORE WATERS.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO CONTINUE TO PROTECT HAWAII'S OCEANS AND WATER RESOURCES BY KEEPING THE PROTECTIONS UNDER THE 2015 "CLEAN WATER RULE" ISSUED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PURSUANT TO THE 1972 CLEAN WATER ACT.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO PROTECT SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARIES BY RAISING THE CAP ON WAGES THAT ARE SUBJECT TO TAXATION UNDER THE FEDERAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS ACT AND OPPOSING THE ADOPTION OF THE CHAINED CONSUMER PRICE INDEX TO CALCULATE THE COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT ON BENEFITS.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO RECOGNIZE THE INCREASING STATE-LEVEL OPPOSITION TO THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION'S REPEAL OF NET NEUTRALITY AND TO IMMEDIATELY ACT TO RESTORE NET NEUTRALITY REGULATIONS.
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IAC, CPC |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS RESIDING IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE TERRITORIES OF THE UNITED STATES.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REMOVE MARIJUANA FROM SCHEDULE I OF THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A FEDERAL LIVING WAGE JOBS-FOR-ALL PROGRAM.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO IMPOSE A ROBUST FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS TAX ON TRADING TRANSACTIONS.
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FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PROPOSE AND PASS A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION TO CLARIFY THE CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS.
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PBS, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING TO FACILITATE THE INCORPORATION OF GENDER MAINSTREAMING INTO STATE POLICY.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON ITS COMPLIANCE WITH THE PATSY MINK EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATION ACT AND THE RESOLUTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HAWAII STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS DATED DECEMBER 20, 2017.
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EDN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE COMPTROLLER TO REESTABLISH THE PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE INITIATED PURSUANT TO SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 92, S.D. 2 (2013) TO STUDY THE ISSUE OF PAST PERFORMANCE IN THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND COMMITTEE ON WEIGHTS TO COLLABORATE AND ALLOCATE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS' FUNDS TO THE WEIGHTED STUDENT FORMULA TO BENEFIT NATIVE HAWAIIAN STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN/OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO AMEND THEIR LAND USE ORDINANCES TO INCLUDE REGULATIONS TO REDUCE STORM WATER RUNOFF ON ALL NEW BUILDINGS AND RENOVATIONS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING STUDENT LOAN DEBT RELIEF.
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HED/LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO COLLABORATE WITH THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT, HONOLULU FIELD OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, AND THE HAWAII FUSION CENTER TO CONDUCT A VULNERABILITY STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AREAS IN THE STATE THAT SHOULD BE PROTECTED BY DECORATIVE BOLLARDS.
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PBS/TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO COMPILE STUDIES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STATE AND COUNTY LEGISLATION TO BEST PROTECT RESIDENTS FROM NOISE POLLUTION IN THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH NEW RULES TO ENFORCE NET NEUTRALITY REQUIREMENTS FOR BROADBAND AND INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS WITHIN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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IAC, CPC |
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REQUESTING CONGRESS TO CONVENE A LIMITED NATIONAL CONVENTION UNDER ARTICLE V FOR THE EXCLUSIVE PURPOSE OF PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION THAT WILL LIMIT THE INFLUENCE OF MONEY IN OUR ELECTORAL PROCESS.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE HONOLULU STAR-ADVERTISER TO PROVIDE NEXT-OF-KIN INFORMATION WITHIN FREE DEATH NOTICES.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING TO REEVALUATE THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PERMIT PROCESS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE AN INTERAGENCY ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATIONS OF "MONSTER HOMES" IN THE STATE.
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WAL, FIN |
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OBSERVING MOTHER'S RECOGNITION AND FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EXAMINE THE USAGE OF ELECTRONIC VOTING MACHINES AND BEST PRACTICES TO ENSURE A REASONABLE LEVEL OF SECRECY AND INTEGRITY IN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION MEETINGS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT-MAJOR FOR ANY AND ALL ALLOWED USES ON LANDS IN P-2 GENERAL PRESERVATION DISTRICTS THAT ARE WITHIN ONE HUNDRED FEET OF A RESIDENTIAL AREA.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO BUILD A DOG PARK IN THE LEEWARD AREA.
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WAL, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE THIRTY-DAY PERIOD FROM THE LAST SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER TO THE LAST SUNDAY IN OCTOBER AS MALAMA PU‘ULOA MONTH.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CREATE INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUNDS.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO MITIGATE THE DISPROPORTIONATE ADVERSE EFFECTS OF THE TAX CUTS AND JOBS ACT OF 2017 ON HAWAII CITIZENS BY INCREASING FEDERAL SUPPORT OF HAWAII HOUSING INITIATIVES.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SEEK FEDERAL GRANTS AND ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDING FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS IN DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION TO SEEK GREATER FEDERAL FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTING BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN PATHS AND IMPROVING CURRENTLY AVAILABLE BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN PATH INFRASTRUCTURE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION TO CODIFY A DEFINITION OF THE "PUBLIC INTEREST STANDARD" FOR THE BROADCASTING INDUSTRY.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REQUIRE THAT EACH OF ITS DISTRICT HEALTH OFFICERS BE A PHYSICIAN LICENSED TO PRACTICE MEDICINE UNDER PART I OF CHAPTER 453, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO HIRE A STATE VETERINARY MEDICAL OFFICER TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE AND OTHER ZOONOTIC DISEASES IN THE STATE'S HUMAN POPULATION AND TO SUPPORT STATEWIDE EFFORTS IN PROTECTING AND IMPROVING HUMAN HEALTH.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII TO EXERCISE ITS POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN TO CONDEMN NAALEHU THEATER TO PRESERVE THE THEATER'S HISTORIC LEGACY.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT A SURVEY OF ITS MEMBERSHIP ON THE FREQUENCY OF CASES OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE IN ANIMAL COMPANIONS.
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HHS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO PROVIDE A REPORT OF ALL CONFIRMED AND SUSPECTED CASES OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE STATE AND SHARE RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT WITH OTHER STATES.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO REJECT THE IMPORT PLAN AND QUARANTINE EXEMPTION REQUESTED BY KONA HILLS, LLC.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE EFFECTS ON STATES OF STATE LEGALIZATION OF CANNABIS FOR ADULT RECREATIONAL USE.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE AMOUNT OF AGRICULTURE IN THE STATE THAT IS SOLELY USED FOR SUBSISTENCE FARMING.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF AGRICULTURE AND HEALTH TO EVALUATE CALIFORNIA'S CURRENT AND PENDING REGULATIONS ON CHLORPYRIFOS AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF SIMILAR REGULATIONS IN HAWAII.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A JOINT STUDY OF THE SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF CHLORPYRIFOS ON FARMWORKERS.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REFORM AND AMEND THE IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT OF 1965 AND OTHER RELEVANT FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAWS TO CLASSIFY CLIMATE-RELATED MIGRANTS AS REFUGEES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE GREATER LEGAL STATUS AND PROTECTION.
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EEP, JUD |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT THE RECOMMENDATIONS SET FORTH IN THE JUNE 2016 HAWAII ENERGY CODES COMPLIANCE STUDY.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT A CURRICULUM IN HAWAII PUBLIC SCHOOLS THAT TEACHES STUDENTS TO PERFORM CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION AND TO IDENTIFY SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SCIENTISTS IN THE STATE TO PROVIDE INPUT ON AND SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF POLICIES UNDER LEGISLATIVE CONSIDERATION.
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HED, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATIVELY WORK WITH COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS TO IDENTIFY AND ESTABLISH OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS ON THE WINDWARD SIDE OF OAHU.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING STAGE AGENCIES AND INTERESTED PARTIES TO WORK TOGETHER TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO LIMIT HOMELESSNESS AND ASSIST THE EXISTING HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS IN WINDWARD OAHU.
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HSG/HHS, FIN |
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URGING ALL STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES TO INCLUDE INTERSEX AND NONBINARY AS OPTIONS ON OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS THAT IDENTIFY GENDER.
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JUD, FIN |
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DIRECTING THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL TO REQUIRE CERTAIN PARKING FACILITIES TO BE EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLE-READY INFRASTRUCTURE FOR AT LEAST ONE PARKING SPACE, OR TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OF PARKING SPACES, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO RESEARCH AND RECOMMEND WAYS TO REDUCE THE NEGATIVE HEALTH IMPACTS AND CONSUMPTION OF SUGARY-FATTENED BEVERAGES IN HAWAII.
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HHS, FIN |
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CONVENING A DIGITAL GAMING ADVISORY GROUP TO MONITOR PREDATORY PRACTICES IN THE DIGITAL GAMING INDUSTRY.
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CPC, FIN |
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CALLING UPON DIGITAL GAME DEVELOPERS AND PUBLISHERS TO CEASE PREDATORY PRACTICES WHICH EXPLOIT CONSUMERS THROUGH LOOT BOXES AND GAMBLING-LIKE MECHANISMS IN DIGITAL GAMES AND GAME CONTENT.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING AN INCREASED HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESENCE ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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PBS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE TO INCLUDE IN ITS LIST OF FIRST RESPONDERS A NETWORK OF ORGANIZATIONS CONTRACTED TO IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND ICE TO CITIZENS DURING A NATURAL DISASTER.
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PBS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PROHIBIT INDIVIDUALS FROM APPROACHING WITHIN FIFTY FEET OF A HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL EXCEPT WHEN PROVIDING AID TO THE HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; AND THE COLLEGE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE AND HUMAN RESOURCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING FOOD SAFETY.
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AGR/HED, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM TO STRENGTHEN HAWAII'S ECONOMIC RELATIONS AND INCREASE AND DEVELOP ADDITIONAL INVESTMENT AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES WITH AUSTRALIA.
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EDB/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY RETAIN THE KAKAAKO RESERVED HOUSING RULES IN THEIR CURRENT, UNAMENDED FORM.
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HSG, WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE GOVERNOR'S COORDINATOR ON HOMELESSNESS TO CONSIDER ENTERING INTO ADDITIONAL CONTRACTS WITH PROVIDER AGENCIES TO OPEN ADDITIONAL TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTERS IN WAIPAHU.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING AN INCREASE IN THE STIPEND AMOUNTS OF ELECTION DAY OFFICIALS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REGARDING NOISE LEVEL STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL AREAS OF THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE TO ALLOW INJURED PLAYERS TO USE CANNABIDIOL IN PILL OR LIQUID FORM, IN LIEU OF OPIOIDS, TO ADDRESS THE PAIN FROM THEIR WORK-RELATED INJURIES.
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HHS, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO SUBMIT LEGISLATION FOR A UNIVERSAL HELMET LAW IN HAWAII REQUIRING ALL OPERATORS AND RIDERS OF MOTORCYCLES, MOTOR SCOOTERS, MOPEDS, AND BICYCLES TO WEAR SAFETY HELMETS.
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TRN, JUD |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT WAIANAE, OAHU, FOR THE EXISTING SEAWALL, STEPS, AND LANDSCAPED AREA AND FOR USE, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED THEREON.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE ABILITY OF USING WAVE ENERGY PRODUCTION TO MEET THE STATE'S RENEWABLE ENERGY GOALS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REINSTATE THE BAN ON THE MANUFACTURE, TRANSFER, AND POSSESSION OF THE AR-15 RIFLE AND OTHER CIVILIAN WEAPONS THAT WERE DESIGNED FOR MILITARY USE.
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PBS, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE NEEDS AND COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AUDIO AND VIDEO TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE ACCESS FOR ALL STATE RESIDENTS TO TESTIFY IN-PERSON ON LEGISLATION.
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LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A GLOBAL EDUCATION STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM BETWEEN CHINA AND HAWAII FOR LOW-INCOME MINORITY STUDENTS.
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VMI, EDN, FIN |
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ENDORSING TAIWAN'S PARTICIPATION AS AN OBSERVER IN THE UNITED NATIONS FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE, INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION, WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION, AND INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL POLICE ORGANIZATION; ENCOURAGING A U.S.-TAIWAN BILATERAL TRADE AGREEMENT; AND CELEBRATING THE STATE OF HAWAII'S TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF SISTER-STATE RELATIONS WITH TAIWAN.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING STATE DEPARTMENTS AND PRIVATE LAND OWNERS TO SUPPORT EFFECTIVE AND HUMANE REDUCTION OF FREE-ROAMING CAT POPULATIONS USING THE TRAP-NEUTER-RETURN-MANAGE STRATEGY.
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AGR, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING MARCH 19 AS HAWAII CELEBRATING WOMEN IN PUBLIC OFFICE DAY.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE THE REGULATION OF PERSONAL VEHICLE RENTALS AND TO CONSIDER STANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR THIS INDUSTRY.
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TRN, CPC |
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REQUESTING STUDIES ON INDIRECT AND OVERHEAD COST REIMBURSEMENTS AND TIMELINESS OF PAYMENTS TO NONPROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS CONTRACTED BY THE GOVERNMENT.
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HHS, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS SEAWARD OF TAX MAP KEY: (2) 4-3-010:009 AT KAHANA, LAHAINA, MAUI, FOR SEAWALL AND ROCK REVETMENT PURPOSES.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY TO EVALUATE THE APPROPRIATENESS OF RESCHEDULING CANNABIS AT THE STATE LEVEL FROM SCHEDULE I TO SCHEDULE III.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES, AND ALL OTHER AGENCIES OF THE STATE OR ANY OF ITS POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS, TO RECOGNIZE THAT ENFORCEMENT OF CANNABIS LAWS UNDER FEDERAL LAW IS A FEDERAL FUNCTION AND DECLINE TO WORK WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES IN ENFORCING FEDERAL LAWS WITH REGARD TO MEDICAL CANNABIS USE ALLOWED IN HAWAII.
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HHS/JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO OPPOSE THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION'S RECENT DECISION TO OVERTURN THE 2015 NET NEUTRALITY RULES AND TO PASS LEGISLATION THAT WOULD RETAIN NET NEUTRALITY NATIONWIDE.
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IAC/CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES OF THE STATE OF HAWAII AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO STUDY THE POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF INCREASING PLASTIC RECYCLING.
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EEP/FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF REQUIRING HEALTH INSURERS TO PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN NATIVE HAWAIIAN CULTURE-BASED ACTIVITIES.
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HHS/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM CONVENE AN INTERNATIONAL MOON BASE ALLIANCE COMMITTEE TO PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS AND GUIDANCE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF EVOLVABLE LUNAR ARCHITECTURE ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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EDB/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS RECONVENE AND REPURPOSE THE HUI IMI ADVISORY COUNCIL.
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EDB/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE CUMULATIVE HEALTH EFFECTS OF PERSISTENT URBAN NOISE IN HONOLULU.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE A TWO-YEAR WORKING GROUP TO DETERMINE THE BEST WAY TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF SURROGATES, GESTATIONAL CARRIERS, INTENDED PARENTS, AND CHILDREN.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO ENFORCE THE ISSUANCE OF FINES TO STATE AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THAT FAIL TO SUBMIT AUDITED RETIRED EMPLOYEE UNUSED SICK LEAVE CREDITS AND OTHER PERSONNEL INFORMATION TO THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM IN A TIMELY MANNER.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO ESTABLISH A KAUAI INVASIVE SPECIES TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE ISSUES OF INVASIVE ANIMALS IN KAUAI.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY HIGH PRIORITY AREAS FOR POTENTIAL DESIGNATION AS MARINE MANAGED AREAS.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE UNITED STATES PACIFIC COMMAND DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A WARNING SYSTEM FOR AFFECTING THE STATE MILITARY-RELATED EMERGENCIES AND THAT THE UNITED STATES PACIFIC COMMAND BE THE SOLE AGENCY RESPONSIBLE FOR ISSUING PUBLIC ALERTS OR WARNINGS RELATING TO MILITARY MATTERS AFFECTING THE STATE.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE ADEQUACY OF THE PHYSICIAN NETWORKS ON ALL ISLANDS OF THE STATE.
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HHS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION TO REQUIRE ALL TELEVISION STATIONS THAT BROADCAST IN HAWAII TO DEDICATE TIME SLOTS TO EDUCATE THE GENERAL PUBLIC THROUGH PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS ON HOW TO PREPARE FOR NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS.
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PBS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CREATE A WORKING GROUP TO STUDY UNLICENSED CARE FACILITY ISSUES.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF OPENING COMMUNITY OUTREACH COURTS IN PUNA AND KAU.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A REVIEW REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OF "INCIDENTAL AND SUPPLEMENTAL" CONTRACTING WORK.
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LAB/LMG, FIN |
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URGING EVALUATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR VESSEL BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION BY STATE AGENCIES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR HAWAII HARBORS.
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EEP/TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING A MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE SPECIAL LAND AND DEVELOPMENT FUND AND THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE LAND DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO REVIEW THE EXISTING RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF SCREEN TIME AND MEDIA CONSUMPTION ON CHILDREN'S AND ADOLESCENTS' PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTS THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY BARRIERS AND SOLUTIONS TO EXPANDED WATER REUSE IN THE STATE.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER CONVENE AN INSURANCE MODERNIZATION WORKING GROUP TO UPDATE AND MODERNIZE THE STATE'S PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE AND LIFE INSURANCE LAWS.
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CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO CALL A CONVENTION OF THE STATES, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION, FOR THE LIMITED PURPOSE OF PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO IMPOSE FISCAL RESTRAINTS ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, RESTRAIN THE POWER AND JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, AND LIMIT THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR ITS OFFICIALS AND FOR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO AMEND THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN HEALTH CARE IMPROVEMENT ACT TO ENSURE THAT THE ACT RECEIVES PERMANENT FUNDING.
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OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO IMPLEMENT SAFEGUARDS AT HAUULA BEACH PARK TO PROTECT HAWAIIAN MONK SEALS.
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EEP, JUD |
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URGING THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT TO OPEN A POLICE STATION ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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PBS, 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 CROSSWALKS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON OAHU'S NORTH SHORE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ALLOW THE COUNTIES TO USE VACANT STATE LANDS AS STORAGE FOR ABANDONED VEHICLES.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STRATEGIC PLAN TO INCLUDE DATA GOALS AND OBJECTIVES.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION OAHU REGIONAL BOARD TO ASSESS THE AVAILABILITY OF LONG-TERM CARE BEDS ON OAHU AND TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE CLOSURE OF LEAHI HOSPITAL AND MALUHIA LONG-TERM CARE HEALTH CENTER.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ENGAGE IN PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO REDUCE LITTERING, PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY PROGRAM TO KEEP ROADS LITTER-FREE, AND WORK WITH THE COUNTIES TO EXPAND THE ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY PROGRAM TO INCLUDE COUNTY ROADS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO CONDUCT A SYSTEMATIC, TRANSPARENT, AND DATA-DRIVEN ASSESSMENT TO DETERMINE WHERE NEW WARNING SIRENS ARE NEEDED IN THE STATE, BASED ON HAZARD RISKS, POPULATION DENSITY, VULNERABLE POPULATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT CRITERIA.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS AND ALL COUNTY CLERKS TO PURCHASE AND DISTRIBUTE "I VOTED" STICKERS DURING ELECTIONS.
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JUD, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATIVELY WORK WITH COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS TO IDENTIFY AND ESTABLISH OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS IN METROPOLITAN HONOLULU.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO EVALUATE THE POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF MANDATING LICENSURE OF ALL PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN THE STATE.
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EDN/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE HOW THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CAN MAXIMIZE MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT FOR SUPPORT SERVICES OFFERED TO ELIGIBLE STUDENTS DURING SCHOOL HOURS.
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EDN/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE ADULT PROTECTIVE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES BRANCH OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HHS/LMG, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE VALUE AND IMPORTANCE OF THE CONSERVATION ECONOMY AND REQUESTING THE SUPPORT OF A CONSERVATION ECONOMY FROM THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS.
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EDB/EEP, FIN |
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STRONGLY URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PASS LEGISLATION TO CLARIFY THE STATUS OF MIGRANTS UNDER THE COMPACTS OF FREE ASSOCIATION FOR PURPOSES OF THE REAL ID ACT OF 2005 TO PROMOTE FAIRNESS AND EQUALITY UNDER THE LAW.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SUPPLY EACH PUBLIC KINDERGARTEN AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT IN THE STATE WITH MEALS, READY-TO-EAT, FOR CONSUMPTION WHEN NATURAL DISASTERS OR OTHER EMERGENCY INCIDENTS OCCUR.
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PBS/EDN, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF THE HAWAII PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, THE QUEEN'S HEALTH SYSTEMS, AND THE MED-QUEST DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PROTOCOLS FOR HANDLING CRIMINAL CASES INVOLVING VULNERABLE VICTIMS AND WITNESSES.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE TO ADDRESS THE LACK OF LANGUAGE SUPPORT IN SERVICES, PROGRAMS, AND ACTIVITIES OFFERED BY STATE GOVERNMENT FOR PERSONS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO GRANT FULL VETERANS BENEFITS TO FILIPINO VETERANS WHO FOUGHT IN WORLD WAR II BUT WERE SUBSEQUENTLY DENIED THE BENEFITS TO WHICH THEY WERE ENTITLED.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE ADEQUACY OF INSURANCE COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES AND TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DRIVERS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A REGIONAL CESSPOOL MODERNIZATION TASK FORCE WITHIN EACH COUNTY OF THE STATE.
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EEP/HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ASSESS THE DANGERS OF PEDESTRIAN USE OF THE SHOULDER OF HALEAKALA HIGHWAY BETWEEN UPPER KIMO DRIVE AND AINAKULA ROAD AND TO EXAMINE POTENTIAL PEDESTRIAN SAFETY COUNTERMEASURES.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY WAYS TO ENCOURAGE ALL POLICE AND FIRE STATIONS IN THE STATE TO HAVE A CERTIFIED CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY TECHNICIAN AVAILABLE TO INSPECT CHILD PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
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TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH A CAMPAIGN TO EDUCATE VISITORS TO THE STATE ABOUT THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF OXYBENZONE SUNSCREEN ON CORAL REEFS AND TO ENCOURAGE VISITORS TO THE STATE TO REFRAIN FROM USING OXYBENZONE SUNSCREENS.
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EEP/TOU, FIN |
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URGING THE FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN TASK FORCE, PU‘UHONUA SUMMIT, AND JUSTICE CENTER AS A COMPREHENSIVE CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM TO REDUCE THE INCARCERATED POPULATION, INCLUDING THE NATIVE HAWAIIAN INCARCERATED POPULATION, BY TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT BY 2023.
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OMH/PBS, FIN |
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APPROVING THE SALE OF CERTAIN LAND OWNED BY THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.
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WAL/OMH, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE AUDIT OF THE CONTRACTORS LICENSE BOARD.
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CPC, LMG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES AND DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS TO EXPAND PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES IN HAWAII.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING STATE AGENCIES TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE AND CONTROL THE FERAL CATS AND CHICKENS ON STATE PROPERTIES WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE JURISDICTIONS TO AVOID CREATING A NUISANCE, CAUSING DAMAGE, AND OTHER NEGATIVE IMPACTS TO NEIGHBORING PRIVATE PROPERTIES.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CENTER ON AGING TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW IN-HOME CARE SERVICES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CARE.
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LAB/HED, FIN |
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ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE DRIVERS OF RISING COSTS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS IN THE STATE.
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HHS/CPC, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII LABOR RELATIONS BOARD, AND OTHER CONCERNED AGENCIES OR JUDICIAL BODIES, TO TAKE NOTICE OF THE LEGISLATURE'S INTENT TO ENABLE EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATIVES TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL VIABILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY AND EFFECTIVELY REPRESENT PUBLIC EMPLOYEES, AND TO REMOVE OR REDUCE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR EMPLOYEES TO "FREE RIDE".
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LAB |
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REQUESTING A STUDY OF POTENTIAL PROJECTS THAT WOULD REDUCE ENERGY COSTS FOR ALL STATE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A REVIEW AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES' MANAGEMENT OF AND ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AT KAANAPALI BEACH.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE FACULTY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM TO MAKE GREATER USE OF OPEN EDUCATION RESOURCES AND OTHER LOW-COST OR FREE RESOURCES.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE TO STRENGTHEN ITS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS BY REPOSITIONING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLY CACHES FROM OAHU TO THE NEIGHBOR ISLANDS.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE SAFE, LEGAL, AND BENEFICIAL USE OF DRONES IN HAWAII.
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EDB/HED, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE MAYOR OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI AND THE MAUI COUNTY COUNCIL TO COLLABORATE ON IMPROVING SAFE BEACH ACCESS AT NAPILI BEACH.
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OMH/WAL, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING APRIL 7 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2019, AS VOLUNTEER WEEK IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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VMI, JUD |
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URGING STATE AGENCIES TO EVALUATE, COLLABORATE, AND IMPLEMENT BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES, TECHNOLOGIES, AND REGULATIONS TO ADDRESS VESSEL BIOFOULING IN HAWAII HARBORS.
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EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE, INTERNATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE, UNITED STATES OLYMPIC COMMITTEE, AND THE TOKYO ORGANISING COMMITTEE OF THE OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES TO ENCOURAGE OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC ATHLETES TO TRAIN IN HAWAII FOR THE 2020 SUMMER OLYMPICS AND THE 2020 SUMMER PARALYMPICS.
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TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY, IN COORDINATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE ISSUES RELATED TO CLOTHING-OPTIONAL BEACHES IN THE STATE.
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WAL/TOU, JUD |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT AND FUND THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF FIREARMS VIOLENCE AND PREVENTION.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON LAWS AND POLICIES REGARDING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN TEACHERS AND STUDENTS.
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EDN/HED, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS BOTH THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF PROPOSED MANDATED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE COSTS OF MEDICALLY NECESSARY TRANSPORTATION TO THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES FOR QUALIFYING PATIENTS.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON CONVERTING THE HAWAII EMPLOYER-UNION HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST FUND FROM A FULLY INSURED MODEL TO A SELF-INSURED MODEL TO PROVIDE HEALTH BENEFITS TO STATE AND COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND RETIREES.
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LAB/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO REPORT ON CAPITATED PAYMENT MODELS BY HEALTHCARE INSURANCE PLANS.
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LAB/CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO PREVENT THE STATEWIDE SPREAD OF SEASONAL INFLUENZA WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO HIGH-RISK ELDERLY RESIDENTS IN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING TO ENCOURAGE TRANSPARENCY RELATING TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT AND THE SERVICES AND SUPPORTS PROVIDED TO OLDER ADULTS THROUGH THE COUNTY AREA AGENCIES ON AGING AND CONTRACTED SERVICE PROVIDERS.
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HHS, FIN |
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DESIGNATING THE FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER AS CANCER SCREEN WEEK TO URGE THE PEOPLE OF HAWAII TO TALK WITH THEIR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS ABOUT APPROPRIATE SCREENINGS FOR PREVENTION AND EARLY DETECTION OF CANCER.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONVENE AND PARTICIPATE IN THE HAWAII LEGAL AID INTERAGENCY ROUNDTABLE TO BETTER SERVE LOW-INCOME, VULNERABLE, AND AT-RISK POPULATIONS AND INCREASE THE AVAILABILITY OF MEANINGFUL ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN THE STATE.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING THE DECREASE OF MILITARY SPENDING AND REALLOCATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS TO INCREASE FEDERAL INVESTMENT IN ADDRESSING ENVIRONMENTAL AND HUMAN HEALTH CONCERNS AND FOR DEBT REDUCTION.
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VMI/EEP/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A MIDWIFERY REGULATORY WORKING GROUP.
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HHS, IAC, CPC |
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REQUESTING THAT THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ESTABLISH AND CONVENE AN INSURANCE MODERNIZATION WORKING GROUP TO UPDATE AND MODERNIZE HAWAII'S PROPERTY, CASUALTY, AND LIFE INSURANCE LAWS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PHARMACY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO REVIEW THE CURRENT SCOPE OF PRACTICE, LICENSING REQUIREMENTS, AND CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PHARMACISTS AND CONSIDER WHETHER THE SCOPE OF PRACTICE AND CORRESPONDING LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR PHARMACISTS SHOULD BE ENHANCED.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING ALL STATE AGENCIES TO TAKE ACTION TO ASSIST THE STATE IN ACHIEVING THE SEVENTEEN UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS AND INDICATORS BY 2030.
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EDB/LAB/EEP, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION TO EXPEDITE THE APPROVAL OF NEW NONPRESCRIPTION SUNSCREEN ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FOR USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE HOW A STATEWIDE USE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSESSMENTS AND RESPONSE PROTOCOL BY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL CAN HELP TO STRENGTHEN THE STATE'S OVERALL RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO DEDICATE ONE PRIVATE ROOM IN THE HAWAII STATE CAPITOL BUILDING FOR EMPLOYEES AND VISITORS TO BREASTFEED OR EXPRESS MILK.
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LMG/LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A PLAN FOR IMPROVING THE FAMILY COURT RESTRAINING ORDER PETITION PROCESS, LAW ENFORCEMENT'S RESPONSE TO VIOLATIONS OF RESTRAINING ORDERS, AND THE JUDICIAL RESPONSE TO ALLEGED VIOLATIONS OF RESTRAINING ORDERS.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO CREATE METRICS IN ORDER TO REGULARLY TRACK THE FULL IMPACTS OF TOURISM ON THE STATE'S INFRASTRUCTURE, ECONOMY, AND ENVIRONMENT, AND TO PRIORITIZE STAFF POSITIONS FOR ECONOMISTS AND SOCIAL SCIENTISTS.
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TOU/EDB, FIN |
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SUPPORTING THE PURCHASE, PRESERVATION, AND RESTORATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND CONSERVATION LANDS IN MAUNAWILI VALLEY, O‘AHU, AND URGING VARIOUS FEDERAL, STATE, AND COUNTY ENTITIES TO ACQUIRE AND PROTECT IMPORTANT ANCIENT AND HISTORIC SITES AND TRAILS AND WATERS IN MAUNAWILI VALLEY.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO CONDUCT A REVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICIES AND TRAINING.
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EDN/JUD, FIN |
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DESIGNATING MARCH 2018 AS BLEEDING DISORDERS AWARENESS MONTH.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF USING REUSABLE CUTLERY AND FLATWARE AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE CREATION OF A VIRTUAL CENTER FOR WOMEN AND TECHNOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
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HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE INCIDENCES OF ADVERSE EFFECTS TO VACCINES IN HAWAII.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING STATE DEPARTMENTS TO PROVIDE THE LEGISLATURE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON VACANT STATE FACILITIES FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO PERFORM A STUDY OF THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL SYSTEM AND TO CREATE ACTIONABLE PROPOSALS FOR FUNDAMENTAL STRUCTURAL REFORM.
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EDN, LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE USAGE OF HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE WHEN REFERRING TO THE NAMES OF PLACES AND GEOGRAPHICAL FEATURES IN HAWAI‘I.
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OMH, JUD |
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ENCOURAGING THE U.S. ARMY AND U.S. NAVY TO NOMINATE KOLEKOLE PASS TO THE THEATER ENGINEER EFFECTS BOARD TO BE REPAIRED FOR USE BY THE MILITARY AND AS AN EVACUATION ROUTE IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR NATURAL DISASTER ON THE LEEWARD COAST.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY AND DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO NOT USE BLINDNESS AS A BASIS FOR DENYING PARENTAL RIGHTS.
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HHS, JUD |
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URGING THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, AND THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TO MAKE NECESSARY UPDATES TO ENSURE THAT TEXTUAL AND AUDIBLE INFORMATION FROM THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM ARE MATCHED AND SYNCHRONIZED DURING TELEVISION BROADCASTS.
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PBS/VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I TO REVIEW AND UPDATE ITS TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES AND ACCESS FOR THE DEAF, INDIVIDUALS WITH HEARING DISABILITIES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH SPEECH DISABILITIES.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING STATEWIDE SUPPORT FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY LEGISLATION TO REDUCE MOTOR VEHICLE FATALITIES AND INJURIES.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTION TO TRANSFER THE OPERATION AND LANDS OF WAIALEE LIVESTOCK EXPERIMENT STATION TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
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AGR/HED, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE MAYORS OF THE STATE'S COUNTIES TO SUBMIT A PLAN DETAILING HOW EACH COUNTY WILL MEET THEIR PLEDGE TO ELIMINATE FOSSIL FUELS FROM GROUND TRANSPORTATION BY 2045 AND URGING THE MAYOR OF KALAWAO COUNTY TO SIGN THE PLEDGE.
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EEP/TRN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO STUDY THE EFFECTS OF PROHIBITING TRUCKS WITH A GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT OF TEN THOUSAND POUNDS OR MORE FROM USING THE LEFT-MOST LANE ON CERTAIN HIGHWAYS.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THAT PARTICIPANTS IN PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS OTHER THAN RECOGNIZED EVENTS SUCH AS MARATHONS AND PARADES FOLLOW TRAFFIC LAWS WHEN CROSSING STREETS.
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JUD |
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URGING ALL THE COUNTIES OF HAWAII TO CREATE A SPECIAL LICENSE PLATE DECAL, SIMILAR TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU'S "HAWAII SAYS NO MORE WEEK" SPECIAL LICENSE PLATE DECAL, TO RAISE FUNDS TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ABUSE.
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TRN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO STUDY THE ADEQUACY OF INSURANCE COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES AND TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DRIVERS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO EVALUATE THE SISTER-STATE PROGRAM AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE THE CAPACITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE EFFORTS TO PROMOTE MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS.
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VMI/EDB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO CONDUCT A COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CREATIVE DISTRICTS IN HAWAII.
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VMI, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES TO STUDY HOW THE INCREASE IN BURIAL SERVICE REQUESTS HAS AFFECTED THE HAWAII STATE VETERANS CEMETERY.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO RESTORE THE PRESUMPTION OF A SERVICE CONNECTION FOR AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE TO UNITED STATES VETERANS WHO SERVED IN THE WATERS DEFINED BY THE COMBAT ZONE AND IN THE AIRSPACE OVER THE COMBAT ZONE IN VIETNAM.
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VMI, FIN |
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URGING FULL PRESERVATION OF THE 1942 EWA FIELD AIRCRAFT REVETMENTS AT FORMER MARINE CORPS AIR STATION EWA AS A NATIONAL HISTORIC MONUMENT.
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VMI/WAL, JUD |
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URGING VARIOUS GOVERNMENT ENTITIES TO DEVELOP, UPDATE, AND INTRODUCE POLICIES RELATED TO HELICOPTER AIR TOURS AT THE STATE AND NATIONAL LEVEL.
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TOU/TRN, JUD |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS ON APPROACHES TO SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS HAWAIIAN NATIONALITY AS A CATEGORY OF PROHIBITED DISCRIMINATION.
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OMH, JUD |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO AMEND THE CHOICE FOR SELF-DECLARATION TO ALLOW THE AFFIANT TO IDENTIFY AS A PERSON BORN WITHIN THE GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES OF WHAT IS CURRENTLY THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I OR A DESCENDANT OF ANY CITIZEN OF THE HAWAIIAN KINGDOM THAT THE UNITED STATES RECOGNIZED AS A NATION PRIOR TO 1893.
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OMH, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CREATE A MASTER PLAN FOR A PARCEL IN THE NANAKULI-WAI‘ANAE COMPLEX AREA THAT WOULD INCLUDE AN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER AND OTHER FEATURES.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF CUSTOMER SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO FULLY STAFF ITS DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES WAIANAE DRIVER LICENSE BRANCH AND INCREASE ITS HOURS OF OPERATION TO FIVE DAYS PER WEEK.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH LOCAL HUNTERS TO ACCOMMODATE TRADITIONAL AND CUSTOMARY NATIVE HAWAIIAN HUNTING PRACTICES AND CHANGE ITS POLICIES BASED ON THE CONCERNS OF LOCAL HUNTERS.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REMOVE ABANDONED VEHICLES AND GARBAGE FROM PUBLIC PARKS AND BEACHES IN THE STATE WITHIN TEN BUSINESS DAYS OF THE DATE THAT THE ABANDONED VEHICLE OR GARBAGE WAS REPORTED TO THE DEPARTMENT.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO USE THE WAI‘ANAE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PLAN WHEN APPROVING PLANNING PERMITS ISSUED FOR DEVELOPMENTS ON THE WAI‘ANAE COAST.
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WAL, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE HAWAI‘I TOURISM AUTHORITY TO COLLABORATE WITH THE ULTIMATE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP TO CONDUCT AN EVENT IN HAWAI‘I.
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TOU, FIN |
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URGING SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, TEACHERS, PARENTS, AND STUDENTS TO BE EDUCATED ABOUT THE POTENTIAL HEALTH IMPACTS OF HEAVY BACKPACKS AND TO TAKE PROACTIVE MEASURES TO AVOID INJURY.
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EDN/HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE PROCESS THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES USES TO REMOVE VESSELS STRANDED IN NEARSHORE WATERS.
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OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO CONTINUE TO PROTECT HAWAII'S OCEANS AND WATER RESOURCES BY KEEPING THE PROTECTIONS UNDER THE 2015 "CLEAN WATER RULE" ISSUED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PURSUANT TO THE 1972 CLEAN WATER ACT.
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WAL, FIN |
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AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A TERM LEASE COVERING A PORTION OF STATE SUBMERGED LANDS AT KAHALU‘U, NORTH KONA, ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO PROTECT SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARIES BY RAISING THE CAP ON WAGES THAT ARE SUBJECT TO TAXATION UNDER THE FEDERAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS ACT AND OPPOSING THE ADOPTION OF THE CHAINED CONSUMER PRICE INDEX TO CALCULATE THE COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT ON BENEFITS.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO RECOGNIZE THE INCREASING STATE-LEVEL OPPOSITION TO THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION'S REPEAL OF NET NEUTRALITY AND TO IMMEDIATELY ACT TO RESTORE NET NEUTRALITY REGULATIONS.
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IAC, CPC |
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URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS RESIDING IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE TERRITORIES OF THE UNITED STATES.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REMOVE MARIJUANA FROM SCHEDULE I OF THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A FEDERAL LIVING WAGE JOBS-FOR-ALL PROGRAM.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS TO IMPOSE A ROBUST FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS TAX ON TRADING TRANSACTIONS.
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FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PROPOSE AND PASS A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION TO CLARIFY THE CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS.
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PBS, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING TO FACILITATE THE INCORPORATION OF GENDER MAINSTREAMING INTO STATE POLICY.
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LAB, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE HAWAII STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON ITS COMPLIANCE WITH THE PATSY MINK EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATION ACT AND THE RESOLUTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HAWAII STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS DATED DECEMBER 20, 2017.
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EDN, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE JUDICIARY TO STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON WAYS TO INCREASE GENDER EQUITY IN THE FILLING OF JUDICIAL VACANCIES.
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JUD |
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REQUESTING THE COMPTROLLER TO REESTABLISH THE PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE INITIATED PURSUANT TO SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 92, S.D. 2 (2013) TO STUDY THE ISSUE OF PAST PERFORMANCE IN THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS.
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LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND COMMITTEE ON WEIGHTS TO COLLABORATE AND ALLOCATE OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS' FUNDS TO THE WEIGHTED STUDENT FORMULA TO BENEFIT NATIVE HAWAIIAN STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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EDN/OMH, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO AMEND THEIR LAND USE ORDINANCES TO INCLUDE REGULATIONS TO REDUCE STORM WATER RUNOFF ON ALL NEW BUILDINGS AND RENOVATIONS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING STUDENT LOAN DEBT RELIEF.
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HED/LMG, FIN |
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URGING THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY TO COLLABORATE WITH THE HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT, HONOLULU FIELD OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, AND THE HAWAII FUSION CENTER TO CONDUCT A VULNERABILITY STUDY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AREAS IN THE STATE THAT SHOULD BE PROTECTED BY DECORATIVE BOLLARDS.
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PBS/TOU, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO COMPILE STUDIES AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STATE AND COUNTY LEGISLATION TO BEST PROTECT RESIDENTS FROM NOISE POLLUTION IN THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH NEW RULES TO ENFORCE NET NEUTRALITY REQUIREMENTS FOR BROADBAND AND INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS WITHIN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
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IAC, CPC |
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REQUESTING CONGRESS TO CONVENE A LIMITED NATIONAL CONVENTION UNDER ARTICLE V FOR THE EXCLUSIVE PURPOSE OF PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION THAT WILL LIMIT THE INFLUENCE OF MONEY IN OUR ELECTORAL PROCESS.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE HONOLULU STAR-ADVERTISER TO PROVIDE NEXT-OF-KIN INFORMATION WITHIN FREE DEATH NOTICES.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PERMITTING TO REEVALUATE THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PERMIT PROCESS.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE AN INTERAGENCY ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATIONS OF "MONSTER HOMES" IN THE STATE.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EXAMINE THE USAGE OF ELECTRONIC VOTING MACHINES AND BEST PRACTICES TO ENSURE A REASONABLE LEVEL OF SECRECY AND INTEGRITY IN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION MEETINGS.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT-MAJOR FOR ANY AND ALL ALLOWED USES ON LANDS IN P-2 GENERAL PRESERVATION DISTRICTS THAT ARE WITHIN ONE HUNDRED FEET OF A RESIDENTIAL AREA.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO BUILD A DOG PARK IN THE LEEWARD AREA.
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WAL, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING THE THIRTY-DAY PERIOD FROM THE LAST SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER TO THE LAST SUNDAY IN OCTOBER AS MALAMA PU‘ULOA MONTH.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, TO CONVENE AN AGRICULTURE LABOR TASK FORCE.
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AGR/LAB, FIN |
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URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CREATE INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUNDS.
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JUD, FIN |
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URGING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO MITIGATE THE DISPROPORTIONATE ADVERSE EFFECTS OF THE TAX CUTS AND JOBS ACT OF 2017 ON HAWAII CITIZENS BY INCREASING FEDERAL SUPPORT OF HAWAII HOUSING INITIATIVES.
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HSG, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO SEEK FEDERAL GRANTS AND ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDING FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS IN DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SCHOOLS.
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EDN, FIN |
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URGING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND COUNTY DEPARTMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION TO SEEK GREATER FEDERAL FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTING BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN PATHS AND IMPROVING CURRENTLY AVAILABLE BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN PATH INFRASTRUCTURE.
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TRN, FIN |
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URGING CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION TO CODIFY A DEFINITION OF THE "PUBLIC INTEREST STANDARD" FOR THE BROADCASTING INDUSTRY.
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CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REQUIRE THAT EACH OF ITS DISTRICT HEALTH OFFICERS BE A PHYSICIAN LICENSED TO PRACTICE MEDICINE UNDER PART I OF CHAPTER 453, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES.
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HHS, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO HIRE A STATE VETERINARY MEDICAL OFFICER TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE AND OTHER ZOONOTIC DISEASES IN THE STATE'S HUMAN POPULATION AND TO SUPPORT STATEWIDE EFFORTS IN PROTECTING AND IMPROVING HUMAN HEALTH.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII TO EXERCISE ITS POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN TO CONDEMN NAALEHU THEATER TO PRESERVE THE THEATER'S HISTORIC LEGACY.
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WAL, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL AUDIT OF THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT A SURVEY OF ITS MEMBERSHIP ON THE FREQUENCY OF CASES OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE IN ANIMAL COMPANIONS.
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HHS, CPC |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO PROVIDE A REPORT OF ALL CONFIRMED AND SUSPECTED CASES OF RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE STATE AND SHARE RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT WITH OTHER STATES.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO REJECT THE IMPORT PLAN AND QUARANTINE EXEMPTION REQUESTED BY KONA HILLS, LLC.
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AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE EFFECTS ON STATES OF STATE LEGALIZATION OF CANNABIS FOR ADULT RECREATIONAL USE.
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CPC, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CONDUCT A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE AMOUNT OF AGRICULTURE IN THE STATE THAT IS SOLELY USED FOR SUBSISTENCE FARMING.
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AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENTS OF AGRICULTURE AND HEALTH TO EVALUATE CALIFORNIA'S CURRENT AND PENDING REGULATIONS ON CHLORPYRIFOS AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF SIMILAR REGULATIONS IN HAWAII.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONDUCT A JOINT STUDY OF THE SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF CHLORPYRIFOS ON FARMWORKERS.
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EEP/AGR, FIN |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REFORM AND AMEND THE IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT OF 1965 AND OTHER RELEVANT FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAWS TO CLASSIFY CLIMATE-RELATED MIGRANTS AS REFUGEES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE GREATER LEGAL STATUS AND PROTECTION.
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EEP, JUD |
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REQUESTING THE ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE REVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT RULES, TITLE 11, CHAPTER 200, HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE STATE AND THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE HAWAII SEA LEVEL RISE VULNERABILITY AND ADAPTATION REPORT.
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EEP/WAL, FIN |
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URGING THE COUNTIES TO IMPLEMENT THE RECOMMENDATIONS SET FORTH IN THE JUNE 2016 HAWAII ENERGY CODES COMPLIANCE STUDY.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT A CURRICULUM IN HAWAII PUBLIC SCHOOLS THAT TEACHES STUDENTS TO PERFORM CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION AND TO IDENTIFY SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE.
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EDN, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SCIENTISTS IN THE STATE TO PROVIDE INPUT ON AND SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF POLICIES UNDER LEGISLATIVE CONSIDERATION.
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HED, FIN |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATIVELY WORK WITH COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS TO IDENTIFY AND ESTABLISH OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS ON THE WINDWARD SIDE OF OAHU.
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WAL, FIN |
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URGING STAGE AGENCIES AND INTERESTED PARTIES TO WORK TOGETHER TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO LIMIT HOMELESSNESS AND ASSIST THE EXISTING HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS IN WINDWARD OAHU.
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HSG/HHS, FIN |
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URGING ALL STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES TO INCLUDE INTERSEX AND NONBINARY AS OPTIONS ON OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS THAT IDENTIFY GENDER.
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JUD, FIN |
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REQUESTING THAT THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION INCLUDE IN ITS ANNUAL REPORT TO THE GOVERNOR, INFORMATION ABOUT THE FOSSIL FUELS USED BY ELECTRIC AND GAS UTILITIES IN THE STATE.
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EEP, CPC |
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DIRECTING THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL TO REQUIRE CERTAIN PARKING FACILITIES TO BE EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLE-READY INFRASTRUCTURE FOR AT LEAST ONE PARKING SPACE, OR TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OF PARKING SPACES, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
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EEP, FIN |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO RESEARCH AND RECOMMEND WAYS TO REDUCE THE NEGATIVE HEALTH IMPACTS AND CONSUMPTION OF SUGARY-FATTENED BEVERAGES IN HAWAII.
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HHS, FIN |
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CONVENING A DIGITAL GAMING ADVISORY GROUP TO MONITOR PREDATORY PRACTICES IN THE DIGITAL GAMING INDUSTRY.
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CPC, FIN |
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CALLING UPON DIGITAL GAME DEVELOPERS AND PUBLISHERS TO CEASE PREDATORY PRACTICES WHICH EXPLOIT CONSUMERS THROUGH LOOT BOXES AND GAMBLING-LIKE MECHANISMS IN DIGITAL GAMES AND GAME CONTENT.
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CPC |
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ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO EVALUATE THE IMPORT REQUIREMENTS AND PROCESS FOR DOMESTIC ANIMALS.
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AGR, FIN |
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RECOGNIZING MARCH 19 AS HAWAII CELEBRATING WOMEN IN PUBLIC OFFICE DAY.
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JUD |
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RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITIES. Establishes common interest agricultural communities. Exempts offers or dispositions of interests of land registered as common interest agricultural community from the uniform land sales practices act. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS. Allows the use of medical cannabis to treat opioid use, substance use, and withdrawal symptoms resulting from the treatment of those conditions. Effective 01/01/2050. (SD1)
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HHS, JUD, CPC |
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RELATING TO THE CONVEYANCE TAX. Raises the conveyance tax rates for residential investment properties with a value of at least $2,000,000. (SD1)
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HSG, FIN |
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RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS. Codifies sustainable development goals based on the United Nations' Global Goal fifteen, life on land. (SD1)
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EEP/AGR, EDB, JUD, FIN |
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RELATING TO THE SUPERVISION OF LICENSED DENTAL HYGIENISTS IN A PUBLIC HEALTH SETTING. Allows licensed dental hygienists to practice under the general or direct supervision of any licensed dentist providing dental services in a public health setting. (SD1)
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HHS, IAC, CPC |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, AND JUDICIARY TO PERMANENTLY ESTABLISH AND PARTICIPATE IN THE HAWAII INTERAGENCY STATE YOUTH NETWORK OF CARE TO BETTER SERVE YOUTH AND FAMILIES WITH COMPLEX NEEDS IN THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, AND JUDICIARY TO PERMANENTLY ESTABLISH AND PARTICIPATE IN THE HAWAII INTERAGENCY STATE YOUTH NETWORK OF CARE TO BETTER SERVE YOUTH AND FAMILIES WITH COMPLEX NEEDS IN THE STATE.
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HHS, FIN |
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