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signed · Hawaii · House May 26, 2026

HB 2282: RELATING TO INSURANCE.

Beginning 1/1/2027, requires insurers to provide explanation of premium increases upon request; clarifies grounds for denial, suspension, and revocation of an adjuster or independent bill reviewer license; clarifies procedures for denying, suspending, and revoking an insurance producer license; and amends the notice requirements for cancellation or nonrenewal of a property insurance policy. Clarifies the date on which purchase groups are required to pay an annual service fee. (CD1)
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 26, 2026

HB 2271: MAKING EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.

Makes emergency appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining units (1) and (10) and their excluded counterparts to resolve issues related to temporary hazard pay for fiscal year 2025-2026. Authorizes the use of the general fund appropriations to restore the temporary reclassifications for temporary hazard pay payouts to the appropriate departments to provide for the repayment of the general fund loan. Specifies that emergency appropriations made under Act 29, Session Laws of Hawaii 2025, do not lapse until June 30, 2027. (CD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates emergency funds for public employee hazard pay and bargaining costs, increasing state budget allocation for public employment.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds collective bargaining costs and temporary hazard pay for public employees, directly advancing worker benefits and rights through emergency appropriations.95% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 21, 2026

HB 1696: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES.

Lowers the age of who may drive commercially within the State from nineteen to eighteen. Repeals the requirement that a person only operates category 3 vehicles to qualify to drive commercially in the State. Prohibits a person under twenty-one years of age from operating a commercial motor vehicle outside of a registered apprenticeship program as determined by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations or a structured, on-the-job training program administered by the person's employer that meets certain requirements. Requires the Department of Transportation to amend its rules to lower the minimum age required for a commercial driver's license. (CD1)
Tyson Miyake (D) Darius Kila (D) Jenna Takenouchi (D) Mahina Poepoe (D) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Hawaii · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 3102: RELATING TO PORT PILOTAGE.

Clarifies the consulting role and responsibilities of the Department of Transportation in the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' development and implementation of port pilot licensure standards, requirements, and criteria. Repeals Port Allen from the list of designated pilotage waters. (HD2)
Ron Kouchi (D)
signed · Hawaii · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 3125: RELATING TO INCOME TAX.

PART I: Repeals certain future adjustments to income tax brackets. Changes income tax rates. Amends the Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit by adding an aggregate cap amount, setting income thresholds, adding a certification requirement, and adding a sunset date. Adds sunset dates to the Capital Goods Excise Tax Credit and Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit. PART II: Beginning 1/1/2028, repeals the Technology Infrastructure Renovation Tax Credit. Beginning 1/1/2029, repeals the High Technology Business Investment Tax Credit and Tax Credit for Research Activities. (CD2)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals future tax bracket adjustments and expands child care tax credit, providing relief to middle-income families.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill includes Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit and Renewable Fuels Production Tax Credit, directly supporting energy production and renewable energy development.85% confidence
Ron Kouchi (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 21, 2026

HB 2310: MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES.

Part I: Provides an emergency appropriation to the Department of Human Services to replace general fund appropriations redirected to provide emergency food assistance during the 2025 federal government shutdown. Part II: Appropriates funds to supplement premium contributions due to participating health plans. (CD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency appropriation to replace redirected funds for Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program, ensuring continued funding for essential services during federal shutdown.95% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

SCR 99: CONVENING A WORKING GROUP TO ESTABLISH A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION RECOGNIZED BY THE STATE TO SUPPORT ARTS AND CULTURE ENGAGEMENT AND RELATED INITIATIVES.

This bill convenes a working group to study how Hawaii could create a state-recognized nonprofit organization to support arts and culture initiatives. The group will examine successful models from other states, analyze governance structures, and develop recommendations for a nonprofit that could host artist residencies and educational programs. Members will include committee chairs, representatives from the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and subject matter experts. The working group must submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislature within 20 days before the start of the 2027 and 2028 sessions.
Chris Lee (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 389: RELATING TO UNCREWED AIRCRAFT OFFENSES.

HB 389 clarifies that using an uncrewed aircraft (drone) to assist in committing a felony makes the drone use part of the felony charge, not a separate offense. This means individuals who use drones to aid crimes like theft, vandalism, or trespassing would face the same felony penalties as the primary crime, without additional charges for the drone itself. The bill directly affects drone operators who might otherwise face dual penalties for both the underlying felony and the drone's use. Its key mechanism links drone operation directly to the felony commission, streamlining charges and avoiding redundant criminal classifications.
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 1163: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSING.

Amends requirements to commercial driver's license qualification standards to meet current federal regulations to allow the State to issue a non-domiciled commercial learner's permit and non‑domiciled commercial driver's license for applicants who are unable to provide proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency. (CD1)
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationAllows non-domiciled CDLs for immigrants without citizenship proof, enabling access to driver's license services per federal compliance.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends commercial driver licensing to meet federal safety regulations (FMCSA), enhancing transportation safety standards under Department of Transportation oversight.90% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 1688: RELATING TO A GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTION FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE.

Provides a general excise tax exemption for the sale of material, parts, or tools used for aircraft service and maintenance or for the construction of an aircraft service and maintenance facility. Effective 1/1/2027. (CD1)
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates tax exemption for aircraft maintenance, reducing state general excise tax revenue, which weakens the tax base and budget revenue.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationTax exemption supports aircraft maintenance facilities, a subset of transportation infrastructure, aligning with transportation policy goals.85% confidence
Adrian Tam (D) Darius Kila (D) Greggor Ilagan (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 1946: RELATING TO REGISTRATION OF TIME SHARES.

Establishes that applications for registration renewals for time share developers, acquisition agents, plan managers, and exchange agents required by section 514E-10, HRS, shall be deemed approved thirty days after receipt of all required documents, unless the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs issues a deficiency letter within that period. Establishes that any amendment to a required time share plan registration shall be deemed approved by operation of law on the sixtieth day after the amendment is submitted to the Director, unless the Director issues a deficiency letter within that period. Effective 9/1/2026. (SD2)
Adrian Tam (D) Shirley Templo (D) Greggor Ilagan (D)
signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 2097: RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE DRIVERS LICENSE REVOCATION.

Authorizes administrative drivers license revocation hearings to be conducted using interactive conference technology, including teleconference, videoconference, and voice over internet protocol systems. Clarifies that evidence in hearings conducted via interactive conference technology may be submitted and exchanged electronically. (SD1)
Nadine Nakamura (D)
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