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For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026, establishes a 5-year aquaculture investment tax credit for taxpayers that incur qualifying investment costs relating to qualified aquaculture businesses.
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DHRDVacant PositionsReclassificationAbolishmentReportGeneral Fund
Requires the Director of Human Resources Development to abolish vacant positions within state departments and agencies under its jurisdiction that have been vacant for more than five years. Requires a list of positions abolished to be included in the Director's annual report to the Legislature. Requires funds for abolished positions to immediately lapse to the credit of the general fund.
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State Board of NursingNCLEX for NursesPearson VUE Authorized Test CenterPossible Test SitesIdentificationCounty of HawaiiCounty of KauaiCounty of MauiReport
Requires the State Board of Nursing to identify one facility in each of the counties of Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui that has the capability to establish a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center as a test site to administer a National Council Licensure Examination for nurses; equip each facility identified with the technical and facility requirements necessary for a Pearson VUE …
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Department of AgricultureDepartment of Land and Natural ResourcesNon-agricultural Park LandsTransferEASEMENTS
Requires the Department of Agriculture to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Allows the Department of Agriculture to request information related to easements prior to any transfer of certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Requires approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and the Board of Agriculture before removing pasture lands for reforestation, or …
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DLNRDARAquatic ResourcesPositionsAppropriations ($)
Appropriates funds to establish positions within the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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Wai ʻŌpaeʻŌpae ʻUlaAnchialine Pool EcosystemsConservationState Shrimp
Establishes the pae ula as the state shrimp to protect anchialine pool ecosystems throughout Hawaii.
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Property MaintenanceNeglectFinesEnforcementStateCounties
Requires owners, lessees, or managers of real property to maintain their property and establish penalties for failure to do so. Allows for exceptions.
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SHPDInventoryBurial SitesHistoric PropertiesHawaii Historic Preservation Special FundAppropriations ($)
Appropriate funds into and out of the Hawaii Historic Preservation Special Fund for the State Historic Preservation Division to inventory historic properties and burial sites in the State, collect data on burial site locations, and conduct an archaeological survey necessary to compile the inventory. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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AquacultureAquarium Fish PermitAquaculture Research
Exempts persons engaging in aquaculture research from the aquarium fish permit requirement. Defines aquaculture research.
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CWRMBLNRPublic Trust PurposeResponsibilitiesBoard Membership
Establishes a public trust purpose for the Commission on Water Resource Management. Allows the Commission on Water Resource Management to retain independent counsel. Repeals the First Deputy to the Chairperson of the Commission on Water Resource Management. Establishes the Executive Director of the Commission on Water Resource Management. Administratively attaches the Commission on Water Resource Management to the Department of …
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Neutral
WildfiresVegetation Management Working Group
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 Standa
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 …
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Neutral
TransferDepartment of Land and Natural ResourcesHawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation CommissionOffice of Planning and Sustainable Development
Urging The State To Support The Transfer Of The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaptation Commission From The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To The Office Of Planning And Sustainable Development For Administrative Purposes.
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Neutral
WildfiresVegetation Management Working Group
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 Standa
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 …
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Neutral
LEASESAgricultural LandsDOADLNRPublic Lands
Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Transfer Active Agricultural Land Leases Under The Jurisdiction Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To The Department Of Agriculture To Support Agriculture In The State.
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Appropriation ($)DLNRCountry Club Apartment Building
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to demolish and remove the Country Club Apartment Building and related structures and utilities located at 121 Banyan Drive, Hilo, Hawaii, on the parcel designated as tax map key: (3) 2-1-005:020. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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LABORRepealDOTHarbor SafetyMooringCommercial DocksAct 236, SLH 2024Sunset Date
Repeals the sunset provisions of part III of chapter 266, Hawaii Revised Statutes, thereby making permanent the requirement that the Department of Transportation ensure that the securing of mooring lines from vessels to commercial docks, wharves, piers, quays, and landings be performed by labor subject to collective bargaining.
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ReportAppropriation ($)DOTGO BondsCapital Improvement ProjectAerospace InfrastructureHilo International Airport
Authorizes the issuance of $15 million in general obligation bonds to finance the planning, design, and construction of a 50,000 square foot aerospace hangar and related facilities at Hilo international airport. Requires matching contributions from the federal government and private sector. Directs appropriation to be expended by the Department of Transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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PUBLIC LANDAppropriation ($)DLNRBLNRBanyan DriveEminent DomainGrand Naniloa Golf CourseAcquisition of Leasehold
Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire, through eminent domain or otherwise, the leasehold interest in the parcel identified as tax map key: (3) 2-1-001:012 and currently used as the Grand Naniloa Golf Course. Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve a new use for the parcel after providing an opportunity for public testimony. …
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Neutral
Turtle Bay Reimbursable General Obligation BondsReimbursement ($)
Reduces reimbursement of debt service on the Turtle Bay reimbursable general obligation bonds from the land conservation fund to approximately one-half of the total repayment amount and reduces, accordingly, the amount due per fiscal year for the remainder of the bond amortization schedule.
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Speed LimitStatewide Traffic CodeDaniel K. Inouye Highway
Establishes 55 miles per hour as the maximum speed limit on all parts of the Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
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Neutral
PenaltiesCountiesIncreaseOutdoor AdvertisingViolators
Increases the penalties for any person who violates the State's laws relating to the display of billboards or any outdoor advertising device. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1)
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Appropriation ($)DBEDTGeothermal Resources
Appropriates funds to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for continued exploration and identification of geothermal resources and commercial viability for utility-scale geothermal production in counties with a population of less than 300,000, with certain limitations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)
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ReportAppropriations ($)DLNRRelocationCoastal ErosionInter-Division ProgramBurial Sites
Establishes an inter-division program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources consisting of certain agencies to address the location, movement, and restoration of Hawaiian burial sites or iwi, exposed or likely to be exposed by coastal erosion. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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EstablishmentTransferAppropriations ($)DOTHawaii Airports Corporation
Establishes the Hawaii Airports Corporation (HAC)to assume the authority, functions, and duties of the Department of Transportation related to airports and aeronautics. Makes HAC subject to chapters 103D and 104, HRS. Provides for project labor agreements. Appropriates funds for the transfer of functions from DOT to HAC.
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Pilot ProgramDOAAppropriations ($)DHHLPanaewa Agricultural ParkPanaewa Farm LotsEISNon-potable Water Wells
Establishes a pilot program within the Department of Agriculture to determine feasibility and prepare an environmental impact statement to drill non-potable water wells on individual parcels at Panaewa agricultural park and Panaewa farm lots. Requires DOA to consult and coordinate with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on the location and distribution of water from the wells before and after …
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Appropriation ($)DLNRState Small Boat HarborsMaintenance DredgingBudget RequestPort Infrastructure
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to include line-item funding for maintenance dredging at state small boat harbor facilities in its annual budget request. Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct maintenance dredging at state small boat harbors, boat launch ramp facilities, and waterways. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
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Feasibility StudyReportAppropriations ($)B&FLegislative Budget OfficeFiscal Analysis
Requires the Department of Budget and Finance to conduct a feasibility study on the associated costs of establishing and implementing a Legislative Budget Office. Requires a report to the Legislature. Repeals the Joint Legislative Budget Committee and the Office of the Legislative Analyst. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2491. (SD1)
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PERMITSChallengeEnvironmental AssessmentCommercial ActivitiesTemporary Exemption
Allows an activity or operation that is permitted or authorized under the ocean recreation and coastal areas program chapter and renewed within twelve months preceding the initiation of proceedings to determine whether the activity or operation is subject to environmental review, to continue operation for one year while the appropriate agency makes the determination and conducts any necessary environmental review. …
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Neutral
Appropriations ($)DLNRGreen Jobs Youth Corps Program
Makes appropriations to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to continue the Green Jobs Youth Corps program.
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Neutral
ReportAppropriation ($)PositionsFire MarshalWildfire Mitigation Working GroupOSFM
Establishes the Wildfire Mitigation Working Group. Requires a report to the Legislature. Requires the Office of the State Fire Marshal to provide administrative support to the working group. Appropriates funds. Revises the appropriations made by Act 302, SLH 2025. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)
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For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025, establishes a 5-year aquaculture investment tax credit for taxpayers that incur qualifying investment costs relating to qualified aquaculture businesses. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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State Fire MarshalFinesAppropriations ($)DLNRCounty Fire DepartmentsVegetation Management ProgramPublic Utility LinesWildfire Hazard MapHazardous VegetationProperty Owner ObligationsUtility Company Rights
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to create and annually update a wildfire hazard map. Requires private and public property owners to trim grasses within certain proximities of public rights of way and utility lines, enforced by the State Fire Marshal as to State-owned land and the applicable county fire department as to privately owned land. Authorizes electric …
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Neutral
ProhibitionReusable Air FiltersDisposable Air FiltersAir Filter Standards
Prohibits the sale and use of disposable air filters beginning January 1, 2030. Requires the State to establish reusable air filters as the new standard.
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Neutral
ReportAppropriations ($)UHPlant-Based Building Materials Working Group
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii for the establishment and administration of the Plant-Based Building Materials Working Group to study how best to develop the plant-based building materials industry in the State. Requires a report to the Legislature.
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Neutral
ProhibitionRulesRemediesPenaltyEmployment PracticesPrivate Cause Of ActionHealthy Workplace ActAbusive Conduct
Prohibits any employer or employee from subjecting an employee to abusive conduct. Requires employers and certain employees to take all reasonable preventative and responsive measures to ensure a safe work environment free of abusive conduct. Prohibits employers and certain employees from taking retaliatory actions against employees who engage in certain protected acts. Establishes a penalty, private cause of action, and …
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DLNRMauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight AuthorityBLNRDOCAREConservation DistrictNatural Resource ManagementEmergency Response
Clarifies that the Board of Land and Natural Resources' authority shall supersede the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority for all lands designated under the state conservation district; provided that the Board of Land and Natural Resources upholds its affirmative and non-transferable duty to protect the traditional and customary rights of native Hawaiians as articulated in the Hawaii State Constitution. …
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Neutral
LEGISLATUREAPPOINTMENTSTermVacanciesRepresentativesSenators
Establishes that if a state legislative vacancy occurs due to the death or permanent incapacitation of the prior incumbent before a primary election, but after the close of filing for that election, and the prior incumbent was the only person whose name appeared on any ballot for that seat for that election, the Governor's appointment of a replacement shall be …
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Neutral
DLNROHARoyal MausoleumMauna AlaStewardship
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to transfer the stewardship of the Royal Mausoleum, Mauna Ala, to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.