This Senate Concurrent Resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Education and Board of Education to create a plan for transitioning public school buses to electric models. The bill cites existing state laws requiring greenhouse gas reduction and energy independence as the legal basis for this initiative. It references successful examples from other districts, such as Oakland, where electric buses have shown benefits like longer lifespans, lower operating costs, improved air quality, and enhanced disaster response capabilities. The resolution requests that the education agencies collaborate with stakeholders and submit a report with findings and a proposed implementation plan to the Legislature by early 2027.
This Senate Concurrent Resolution asks the Hawaii Department of Education to submit a report on its farm-to-school program and local food procurement efforts. The bill requires the department to detail how its purchasing aligns with state regional kitchen investments and to provide data on current local food buying levels across different islands and product categories. It also requests information on barriers preventing local farmers from participating in school meals, the status of federal grant applications, and recommendations for improving procurement processes. The report aims to help the legislature understand how well the state is utilizing public investments to support local agriculture and food security.
This Senate Resolution urges Hawaii's Department of Education and Board of Education to create a plan for transitioning school buses used for public transportation to electric models. The bill cites existing state laws requiring greenhouse gas reduction and energy independence as the legal basis for this request. It calls for collaboration with districts that have already made the switch, such as Oakland, to evaluate potential benefits including reduced emissions, lower operating costs, improved air quality, and enhanced disaster response capabilities. The resolution requires a report with findings and recommendations to be submitted to the Legislature by the end of 2026.
This Senate Resolution requests the Hawaii Department of Education to submit a detailed report to the Legislature on its farm-to-school program and local food procurement efforts. The report should cover current local food purchasing levels, how school meal operations align with regional kitchen infrastructure, and any barriers preventing small and mid-sized farms from participating. It also asks for information on the Department's use of federal farm-to-school grants and a plan for future grant participation. The goal is to gather data that can help coordinate statewide efforts to strengthen local food supply chains and support local agriculture.
This House Resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Education to develop and implement initiatives aimed at improving teacher retention across the state. It calls for the department to conduct research on factors contributing to teacher attrition, including compensation and housing challenges, and to establish an advisory board with diverse representation from educators, students, and community members. The resolution also encourages expanded recognition and appreciation efforts for teachers throughout the year. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal request for the department to take action on this issue.
This Senate Resolution asks the Attorney General to review Hawaii state laws for outdated disability terminology, specifically terms like "impaired" that may carry negative connotations. The request focuses on identifying provisions that describe people with disabilities using language that could suggest they are defective or broken, and suggests replacing these terms with more respectful, modern alternatives such as "deaf or hard of hearing" and "low vision." The Attorney General will examine the Hawaii Revised Statutes to find relevant sections and recommend amendments that update the language without changing the legal effect of the laws. A report containing findings and proposed changes must be submitted to the Legislature before the 2027 session begins.
This bill requests the Attorney General to review Hawaii state laws for outdated disability terminology, specifically targeting uses of the word "impaired" to describe people with disabilities. The resolution directs officials to identify provisions where such language may carry negative connotations and to propose updates that use more respectful, modern terms like "deaf or hard of hearing" instead of "hearing impaired." The Attorney General must submit findings and recommended amendments to the Legislature by early 2027, ensuring any changes comply with federal disability rights laws without altering legal effects. This measure affects state statutes and administrative language while aiming to promote dignity and inclusivity in how Hawaii's laws refer to individuals with disabilities.
Restructures the conveyance tax to a marginal rate system for the sale of properties with residential use, adjusts the tax for multifamily properties to reflect value on a per-unit basis, and applies a cost-of-living adjustment to conveyance tax rates. Allocates revenues from conveyance tax collections. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax collections to the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to fund infrastructure programs in areas that meet minimum standards of transit-supportive density. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax revenues to the Hawaii Agricultural Development Revolving Fund, Special Land and Development Fund, and Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Establishes and appropriates funds out of the Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Authorizes the Hawaii Agricultural Development Revolving Fund to be used to acquire land. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)
HB 2113 allocates funds for the removal of overgrown vegetation along the Kainahola Stream. This bill directly affects the Kainahola Stream area by funding maintenance work to clear excessive plant growth. The key provision is the appropriation of state money for this specific vegetation management project. The bill is currently scheduled for committee review in February 2026.
Establishes the Green Fee Transparency and Accountability Program and Green Fee Resiliency Impact Dashboard, to be administered by the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to conduct a study on effective treatment methods to reduce populations of the Queensland Longhorn Beetle. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1)
This House Resolution honors Earl Kawa'a for his lifelong dedication to preserving the Hawaiian language and culture. The bill formally recognizes his contributions as a native speaker, educator, and community leader who has mentored future generations through workshops and cultural programs. It highlights his specific achievements, including his work with Kamehameha Schools, his service in the Peace Corps, and his development of the "Board and Stone in Every Home" initiative. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for his legacy and extends its warmest aloha to him.
