The Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature
Ka ‘Aha Kenekoa, Ka ‘Aha‘ōlelo Kau Kanawai he Kanakolu Kumamako
State of Hawaii
Moku‘āina ‘O Hawai‘i
Regular Session of 2025 ǀ ‘Ākoakoa Kūmau MH 2025
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Forty-Fourth Day |
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Lā Kanahākumamāhā |
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April 2, 2025, Wednesday |
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2 ‘Apelila 2025 - Po‘Akolu |
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11:30 A.M. |
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Hola 11:30 A.M. |
A live stream of the Senate floor session will be available on the Senate YouTube channel.
Order of Business ǀ Papahana O Ka Lā
Roll Call ǀ Kāhea Papa Inoa
Approval of the Journal ǀ ‘Āpono Mo‘olelo O Ka Puke Hālāwai
Introductions ǀ Ho‘olauna Mea Kipa
Floor Presentation(s) ǀ Ho‘olauna Ma Ka ‘Ākoakoa Nui
Honoring and recognizing Blaine J. Miyasato’s exceptional contributions during his remarkable 40-year career at Hawaiian Airlines. (Senator Inouye and Senator Fevella)
Messages from the Governor ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike Mai Ke Kia‘āina None
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Departmental Communications ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike Mai Nā ‘Oihana None
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House Communications ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike No Ka Hale 427-429
Returning the following Senate Bill which passed Third Reading in the House on April 1, 2025, in an amended form:
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H.C. 427 |
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES. Department of Agriculture; Firewood; Import; Restrictions; Exemptions |
Agree/Disagree |
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H.C. 428 |
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO ISSUE A PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING HAWAII AS A PURPLE HEART STATE ON AUGUST 7, 2025. Purple Heart State; National Purple Heart Day |
TCA |
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H.C. 429 |
URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO PRIORITIZE AND EXPEDITE THE PLANNING, FUNDING, AND CONSTRUCTION OF A PERMANENT REPLACEMENT FOR THE KULANIHAKOI BRIDGE. County of Maui; United States Army Corps of Engineers; Kulanihakoi Bridge |
TCA/EIG |
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Senate Communications ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike No Ka ‘Aha Kenekoa None
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Judiciary Communications ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike Mai Ka ‘Ao‘ao Ho‘okolokolo None
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Introduction of Measures ǀ Hāpai Palapala None
Conference Committee Reports ǀ Palapala Hō‘ike Na Nā Kōmike Kūkā None
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Standing Committee Reports ǀ Palapala Hō‘ike Na Nā Kōmike Kūmau 1509-1558
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(JDC) |
RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(JDC) |
RELATING TO PET INSURANCE. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(JDC) |
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(EDU) |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE A DETAILED REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE TRUE COST OF PRODUCING SCHOOL MEALS TO ENSURE TRANSPARENCY AND AVOID UNNECESSARY PRICE INCREASES. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(EDU) |
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO PROVIDE A DETAILED REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE TRUE COST OF PRODUCING SCHOOL MEALS TO ENSURE TRANSPARENCY AND AVOID UNNECESSARY PRICE INCREASES. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO BEACH MANAGEMENT ON THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO CIVIL IDENTIFICATION CARDS. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO FARM TO FAMILIES. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO STATE FINANCES. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO FIREWORKS. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO GUARDIANSHIP AND CONSERVATORSHIP SERVICES. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO A RATE STUDY FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO WASTEWATER. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO CANCER. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL CLIMATE RESILIENCY. |
(One Day Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO HOUSING. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO THE WOMEN'S COURT. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AND UNDERGROUND WATER RESOURCES STATEWIDE. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO TEACHER EDUCATION. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. |
(48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO STATE BONDS. |
Second Reading (48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(WAM) |
RELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND. |
Second Reading (48 Hrs. Notice of Third Reading) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONVENE A PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER WORKING GROUP TO DETERMINE THE BEST POLICIES TO REFORM PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER PRACTICES IN THE STATE TO ENSURE TRANSPARENCY AND FAIRNESS FOR CONSUMERS AND IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL SECTOR, LOWER DRUG COSTS FOR PATIENT CONSUMERS, AND INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE STATE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONVENE A PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER WORKING GROUP TO DETERMINE THE BEST POLICIES TO REFORM PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER PRACTICES IN THE STATE TO ENSURE TRANSPARENCY AND FAIRNESS FOR CONSUMERS AND IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL SECTOR, LOWER DRUG COSTS FOR PATIENT CONSUMERS, AND INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE TO DEVELOP A REPORT TO ADDRESS THE DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN BORN DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 PANDEMIC. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE TO DEVELOP A REPORT TO ADDRESS THE DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN BORN DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 PANDEMIC. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ENCOURAGE REDUCTIONS IN THE USE OF DISPOSABLE SURGICAL EQUIPMENT AND ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOLLOWING EXAMPLES SET BY CALIFORNIA AND JAPAN. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ENCOURAGE REDUCTIONS IN THE USE OF DISPOSABLE SURGICAL EQUIPMENT AND ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN THE PROVISION OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOLLOWING EXAMPLES SET BY CALIFORNIA AND JAPAN. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND DEVELOP MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER TRAINING PROGRAMS. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO IDENTIFY AND DEVELOP MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER TRAINING PROGRAMS. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(EIG) |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO CONVENE A GEOTHERMAL ENERGY WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE THE REGULATORY AND POLICY LANDSCAPE SURROUNDING GEOTHERMAL ENERGY IN HAWAII. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(EIG) |
REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO CONVENE A GEOTHERMAL ENERGY WORKING GROUP TO EVALUATE THE REGULATORY AND POLICY LANDSCAPE SURROUNDING GEOTHERMAL ENERGY IN HAWAII. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(LBT) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ESTABLISHING AND IMPLEMENTING A PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM FOR THE STATE. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(LBT) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ESTABLISHING AND IMPLEMENTING A PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM FOR THE STATE. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(PSM) |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL, BUILDING DEPARTMENTS OF EACH COUNTY, MAYORS OF EACH COUNTY, AND CHAIRS OF THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEES ON HOUSING TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGY FOR ADOPTING UPDATED BUILDING CODES. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(PSM) |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL, BUILDING DEPARTMENTS OF EACH COUNTY, MAYORS OF EACH COUNTY, AND CHAIRS OF THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEES ON HOUSING TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGY FOR ADOPTING UPDATED BUILDING CODES. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(PSM) |
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL TO CONVENE A VEGETATION MANAGEMENT WORKING GROUP TO STUDY, EVALUATE, AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REGULATIONS THAT DEFINE THE RESPECTIVE OBLIGATIONS OF PROPERTY OWNERS, LESSEES, LICENSEES, PERMITTEES, AND HOLDERS OF EASEMENTS FOR ACCESS, UTILITY, OR OTHER PURPOSES, FOR VEGETATION MANAGEMENT ON PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY TO MITIGATE WILDFIRE RISK, AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS THAT DEFINE A LINE CLEARANCE TREE TRIMMER AND ESTABLISH MINIMUM SAFETY STANDARDS, TRAINING, AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING LINE CLEARANCE TREE TRIMMING AT OR NEAR ELECTRIC UTILITY FACILITIES. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(PSM/EIG) |
STRONGLY URGING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO MAINTAIN ALL REFERENCES TO THE 100TH INFANTRY BATTALION AND 442ND REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM ON ITS WEBSITES FOR THE PUBLIC. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A COMMUNITY NOISE WORKING GROUP TO DISCUSS POLICIES AND LEGISLATION WITH RESPECT TO NOISE SOURCES AFFECTING THE COMMUNITY. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A COMMUNITY NOISE WORKING GROUP TO DISCUSS POLICIES AND LEGISLATION WITH RESPECT TO NOISE SOURCES AFFECTING THE COMMUNITY. *Amended Title |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE AN AEROMEDICAL SERVICES WORKING GROUP. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE AN AEROMEDICAL SERVICES WORKING GROUP. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF ALLOWING BUSINESS OWNERS IN THE STATE TO UTILIZE FILTERED WATER COLLECTED BY WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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(HHS) |
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF ALLOWING BUSINESS OWNERS IN THE STATE TO UTILIZE FILTERED WATER COLLECTED BY WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS ACTIVITIES. |
(One Day Notice of Adoption) |
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Order of the Day ǀ Papahana O Ka Lā
Deferred Matters ǀ Nā Mea I Hoʻopaneʻe ʻia None
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Advise And Consent ǀ A‘Oa‘O A ‘Ae
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, ASIANNA SARAGOSA-TORRES, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, TIANNA CELIS-WEBSTER, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, THINH NGUYEN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, CECILIA WANG, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, LOUISE JOHNSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, SUZIE SCHULBERG, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Honolulu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, CREIGHTON LIU, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Oahu Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JACQUELYN ESSER, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Hawai'i Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JESSICA STEVENS, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Maui Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAVID LITMAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Disability and Communication Access Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAYNE GREENE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, PAUL TONNESSEN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MALIA MALUFAU, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MERIAH NICHOLS, for a term to expire 06-30-2027. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, EVAN NAKATSUKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2027. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARILYN SEELY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, GARY SIMON, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, SARA MEDEIROS, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Fuel Tank Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, MELANIE LAU, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, CAROL MARX, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, TIRA KAMAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2027. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, FORREST WELLS, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, BARBARA YAMASHITA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028. (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Department of Human Services, Gubernatorial Nominee, RYAN YAMANE, for a term to expire 12-07-2026. (Position corrected by GM651) (HHS) |
Advise and Consent |
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Adopt Resolutions ǀ ‘Ōlelo Ho‘Oholo E Koho Pāloka ‘La
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO STUDY THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HAWAII WORKFORCE EXCELLENCE AWARD PROGRAM. (LBT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS TO STUDY THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HAWAII WORKFORCE EXCELLENCE AWARD PROGRAM. (LBT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE BOILER AND ELEVATOR INSPECTION BRANCH TO INCREASE PERSONNEL RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION. (LBT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE BOILER AND ELEVATOR INSPECTION BRANCH TO INCREASE PERSONNEL RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION. (LBT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO FULFILL ITS AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE AND RESOLVE LONGSTANDING JURISDICTIONAL AMBIGUITIES BY COMPLETING THE TRANSFER OF THE HUI ROADS, INCLUDING HUI ROAD F, FROM THE JUDICIARY. (JDC) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO FULFILL ITS AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE AND RESOLVE LONGSTANDING JURISDICTIONAL AMBIGUITIES BY COMPLETING THE TRANSFER OF THE HUI ROADS, INCLUDING HUI ROAD F, FROM THE JUDICIARY. (JDC) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE AND PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE TO A DESALINATION PLANNING TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE USE OF DESALINATION FOR LARGE-SCALE WATER CONSUMPTION IN THE STATE IS FEASIBLE. (WTL) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE AND PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE TO A DESALINATION PLANNING TASK FORCE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE USE OF DESALINATION FOR LARGE-SCALE WATER CONSUMPTION IN THE STATE IS FEASIBLE. (WTL) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A KAILUA BAY ADVISORY WORKING GROUP. (WTL) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A KAILUA BAY ADVISORY WORKING GROUP. (WTL) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE MAUI COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO RETAIN THE WORD "REQUIRE" IN THE SOUTH MAUI COMMUNITY PLAN AS IT RELATES TO INFRASTRUCTURE TO ENSURE THAT DEVELOPMENT DOES NOT OCCUR WITHOUT ADEQUATE SUPPORTING INFRASTRUCTURE. (EIG) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE MAUI COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO RETAIN THE WORD "REQUIRE" IN THE SOUTH MAUI COMMUNITY PLAN AS IT RELATES TO INFRASTRUCTURE TO ENSURE THAT DEVELOPMENT DOES NOT OCCUR WITHOUT ADEQUATE SUPPORTING INFRASTRUCTURE. (EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT AND THE STATE AGENCIES COMPRISING THE STATE'S PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM TO COOPERATE MORE CLOSELY TO DETERMINE THE NECESSARY ACTIONS TO EXPEDITE THE HIRING AND FILLING OF CRITICAL VACANCIES, INCLUDING SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS THE OBSTACLES AND CHALLENGES UNIQUE TO THE MENTAL HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE. (LBT) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT AND THE STATE AGENCIES COMPRISING THE STATE'S PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM TO COOPERATE MORE CLOSELY TO DETERMINE THE NECESSARY ACTIONS TO EXPEDITE THE HIRING AND FILLING OF CRITICAL VACANCIES, INCLUDING SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS THE OBSTACLES AND CHALLENGES UNIQUE TO THE MENTAL HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE. (LBT) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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ENCOURAGING EACH COUNTY TO ESTABLISH ITS OWN BIOSECURITY PLAN THAT PRIORITIZES THE NEEDS OF THE COUNTY. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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ENCOURAGING EACH COUNTY TO ESTABLISH ITS OWN BIOSECURITY PLAN THAT PRIORITIZES THE NEEDS OF THE COUNTY. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO DEVELOP A NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY STRATEGY. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO DEVELOP A NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY STRATEGY. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY EVALUATING THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A GREEN BONDS PROGRAM IN THE STATE. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO CONDUCT A STUDY EVALUATING THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A GREEN BONDS PROGRAM IN THE STATE. (EIG/AEN) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESEARCH CENTER AND IDENTIFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIVING FEDERAL FUNDING FROM THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING FOR ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESEARCH. (HRE/HHS) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESEARCH CENTER AND IDENTIFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIVING FEDERAL FUNDING FROM THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING FOR ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESEARCH. (HRE/HHS) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO INCREASE ITS FOCUS ON ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND CYBERSECURITY TO ALLOW LOCAL MANUFACTURERS TO EXPAND PRODUCTION, LOWER COSTS, AND CREATE NEW PRODUCTS. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO INCREASE ITS FOCUS ON ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND CYBERSECURITY TO ALLOW LOCAL MANUFACTURERS TO EXPAND PRODUCTION, LOWER COSTS, AND CREATE NEW PRODUCTS. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE STADIUM AUTHORITY TO FINALIZE A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW ALOHA STADIUM AND TO CONTINUE ITS EFFORTS IN EARNEST TO CREATE THE NEW ALOHA STADIUM ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE STADIUM AUTHORITY TO FINALIZE A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW ALOHA STADIUM AND TO CONTINUE ITS EFFORTS IN EARNEST TO CREATE THE NEW ALOHA STADIUM ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE KOHALA DITCH. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE KOHALA DITCH. (EDT) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE THE COST-BENEFIT AND RETURN ON INVESTMENT OF A POSSIBLE SPONSORSHIP OF A MICHELIN GUIDE FOR RESTAURANTS ACROSS THE STATE. (EDT) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE THE COST-BENEFIT AND RETURN ON INVESTMENT OF A POSSIBLE SPONSORSHIP OF A MICHELIN GUIDE FOR RESTAURANTS ACROSS THE STATE. (EDT) *Amended Title |
Adopt |
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DECLARING THE INTENT THAT PROJECTS WITH HOUSING UNITS THAT QUALIFY FOR HOUSING CREDITS UNDER ACT 31, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2024, ARE STILL ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE HOUSING CREDITS AFTER THE REPEAL OF ACT 31 IF THE HOUSING PROJECTS WERE APPROVED BY THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BEFORE JULY 1, 2031, AND REQUESTING THE CORPORATION AND EACH COUNTY TO INCLUDE CERTAIN INFORMATION WHEN APPROVING HOUSING PROJECTS FOR HOUSING CREDITS. (HOU) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO PRODUCE SUFFICIENT HOUSING TO MEET THE STATE'S DEMAND. (HOU) |
Adopt |
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URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO PRODUCE SUFFICIENT HOUSING TO MEET THE STATE'S DEMAND. (HOU) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TO PROVIDE INFORMATION RELATED TO THE DISPOSAL, DETONATION, AND DESTRUCTION OF EXPLOSIVES, FIREWORKS, AND SIMILAR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN THE STATE. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TO PROVIDE INFORMATION RELATED TO THE DISPOSAL, DETONATION, AND DESTRUCTION OF EXPLOSIVES, FIREWORKS, AND SIMILAR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN THE STATE. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO IDENTIFY EXISTING LARGE TREES ALONG EVACUATION ROUTES AND TRIM, SPRAY, OR REMOVE TREES HAVING THE POTENTIAL TO OBSTRUCT THE EVACUATION ROUTE; CONDUCT COMPREHENSIVE RISK ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIFIC HIGH-RISK TREES; IMPLEMENT BEST PRACTICES IN URBAN FORESTRY; AND STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY-BASED DISASTER PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVES. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO IDENTIFY EXISTING LARGE TREES ALONG EVACUATION ROUTES AND TRIM, SPRAY, OR REMOVE TREES HAVING THE POTENTIAL TO OBSTRUCT THE EVACUATION ROUTE; CONDUCT COMPREHENSIVE RISK ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIFIC HIGH-RISK TREES; IMPLEMENT BEST PRACTICES IN URBAN FORESTRY; AND STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY-BASED DISASTER PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVES. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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STRONGLY SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FLOATING DRYDOCK AT PEARL HARBOR. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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STRONGLY SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FLOATING DRYDOCK AT PEARL HARBOR. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO INCREMENTALLY AND SYSTEMATICALLY REDUCE THE NUMBER OF INMATES INCARCERATED IN PRIVATE, OUT-OF-STATE CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO INCREMENTALLY AND SYSTEMATICALLY REDUCE THE NUMBER OF INMATES INCARCERATED IN PRIVATE, OUT-OF-STATE CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES. (PSM) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO USE INMATE WORK FURLOUGH PROGRAMS FOR STATE ROADWAY AND HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE. (PSM/TCA) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO USE INMATE WORK FURLOUGH PROGRAMS FOR STATE ROADWAY AND HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE. (PSM/TCA) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COMMANDER OF JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO USE THE RESTRICTED VACANT LAND ON THE PEARL CITY PENINSULA FOR YOUTH BALL PROGRAMS. (PSM/EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COMMANDER OF JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM TO ALLOW THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO USE THE RESTRICTED VACANT LAND ON THE PEARL CITY PENINSULA FOR YOUTH BALL PROGRAMS. (PSM/EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE HAWAII EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO COLLABORATE WITH RELEVANT AGENCIES TO DEVELOP INITIATIVES AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS TO INFORM KUPUNA ABOUT EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS. (PSM/EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A STATEWIDE FINANCIAL LITERACY CURRICULA PLAN FOR PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. (EDU) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A STATEWIDE FINANCIAL LITERACY CURRICULA PLAN FOR PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. (EDU) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING A UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTS AND BUSINESS OWNERS IMPACTED BY THE 2023 MAUI WILDFIRES. (EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING A UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTS AND BUSINESS OWNERS IMPACTED BY THE 2023 MAUI WILDFIRES. (EIG) |
Adopt |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO EMPLOY AN ARCHAEOLOGIST FOR THE PURPOSE OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN REBUILDING LAHAINA. (EIG/WTL) |
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REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO EMPLOY AN ARCHAEOLOGIST FOR THE PURPOSE OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN REBUILDING LAHAINA. (EIG/WTL) |
Adopt |
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DECLARING THE INTENT THAT PROJECTS WITH HOUSING UNITS THAT QUALIFY FOR HOUSING CREDITS UNDER ACT 31, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2024, ARE STILL ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE HOUSING CREDITS AFTER THE REPEAL OF ACT 31 IF THE HOUSING PROJECTS WERE APPROVED BY THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BEFORE JULY 1, 2031, AND REQUESTING THE CORPORATION AND EACH COUNTY TO INCLUDE CERTAIN INFORMATION WHEN APPROVING HOUSING PROJECTS FOR HOUSING CREDITS. (HOU) |
Adopt |
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Final Reading ǀ Heluhelu Hope Loa None
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Third Reading ǀ Heluhelu ‘Ekolu
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RELATING TO LOBBYIST CONTRIBUTIONS. (JDC) State Ethics Commission Package; Lobbyists; Contributions |
Third Reading |
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RELATING TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. (WAM) HLRB; Collective Bargaining; Resolution of Disputes; Impasse; Arbitrator Selection |
Third Reading |
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RELATING TO COMPENSATION FOR COURT-APPOINTED COUNSEL. (WAM) Judiciary Package; Criminal Proceedings; Court-Appointed Counsel; Fees; Appropriations |
Third Reading |
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RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING. (WAM) Department of Education; Executive Office on Early Learning; Public Preschools; Teachers; Teacher Assistants; Equipment; Services; Appropriations |
Third Reading |
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RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY. (WAM) DCR; Reentry Services; Community-Based Services; Report; Appropriations |
Third Reading |
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Referrals And Re-Referrals ǀ Ho‘ouna Kōmike Ho‘olohe A Ho‘ouna Hou Paha None
Miscellaneous Communications ǀ Ho‘oka‘a‘ike ‘Ē A‘e None
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Miscellaneous Business ǀ Hana ‘Ē A‘e None
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Announcements ǀ Ho‘olaha
Committee Hearing Schedule ǀ Papamanawa Ho‘olohe Palapala
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COMMITTEE |
DATE |
TIME |
ROOM |
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TCA/AEN |
4/2/2025 |
2:15 PM |
CR 224 & Videoconference |
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JDC |
4/3/2025 |
10:00 AM |
CR 016 & Videoconference |
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WAM |
4/3/2025 |
10:00 AM |
CR 211 & Videoconference |
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JDC |
4/3/2025 |
10:01 AM |
CR 016 & Videoconference |
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WAM |
4/3/2025 |
10:01 AM |
CR 211 & Videoconference |
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WAM |
4/3/2025 |
10:02 AM |
CR 211 & Videoconference |
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JDC |
4/3/2025 |
10:05 AM |
CR 016 & Videoconference |
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EIG |
4/3/2025 |
3:00 PM |
CR 016 & Videoconference |
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AEN |
4/4/2025 |
1:00 PM |
CR 224 & Videoconference |
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EDU |
4/4/2025 |
3:00 PM |
CR 229 & Videoconference |
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LBT |
4/4/2025 |
3:00 PM |
CR 224 & Videoconference |
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CPN |
4/10/2025 |
9:30 AM |
CR 229 & Videoconference |
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HWN |
4/10/2025 |
1:00 PM |
CR 224 & Videoconference |
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CPN |
4/11/2025 |
9:30 AM |
CR 229 & Videoconference |
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WTL |
4/11/2025 |
1:00 PM |
CR 229 & Videoconference |
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WTL |
4/14/2025 |
1:00 PM |
CR 229 & Videoconference |
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Senate Session will convene at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Adjournment ǀ Ke Pani ‘Ana