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introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 21, 2026

GM 1122: Informing the Legislature that on May 21, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1696 HD2 SD1 CD1 (ACT 022).

This bill amends Hawaii law to allow individuals under the age of twenty-one to obtain a commercial driver's license for intrastate commerce. To qualify, applicants must be at least eighteen years old, hold a standard driver's license for two years without suspensions or serious traffic violations, and either participate in a registered apprenticeship or complete a structured on-the-job training program with at least 320 hours of supervised instruction. The law specifically restricts these young drivers from transporting hazardous materials, carrying passengers in school vehicles, or operating outside the scope of their approved training.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands access to commercial driving licenses for youth under 21, enhancing workforce development and transportation capacity.85% confidence
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)
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1115: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1946 HD2 SD2 (ACT 015).

This bill informs the Hawaii Legislature that Governor Josh Green signed HB1946 into law on May 19, 2026, to streamline the registration process for time share developers and agents. The key provision establishes that renewal applications and plan amendments will be automatically approved within 30 and 60 days respectively, unless the Commerce and Consumer Affairs Department issues a deficiency notice during that time. This change aims to reduce administrative delays while maintaining oversight of the time share industry. The law directly affects developers, acquisition agents, plan managers, and exchange agents operating in Hawaii's visitor economy.
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1118: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2343 HD1 SD1 (ACT 018).

This bill, signed into law by the Governor of Hawaii on May 19, 2026, amends a previous statute regarding the management of the Maui state veterans home. It directly affects the state agencies responsible for long-term care, specifically the Oahu regional health care system or any other state agency with a Maui affiliation, as well as the Department of Defense. The key provision removes a specific deadline of June 30, 2027, that required the veterans home to be transferred to a state agency, replacing it with a requirement that the transfer be completed as soon as practicable. This change acknowledges the logistical, labor, and financial complexities involved in moving the facility while maintaining the original intent to place it under state management.
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1114: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB389 HD1 SD1 (ACT 014).

This bill amends Hawaii's laws regarding uncrewed aircraft, or drones, to clarify who is exempt from certain offenses and to define specific criminal acts involving their misuse. It exempts law enforcement, fire personnel, and other government workers from liability when operating drones as part of their official duties. The legislation also establishes new third-degree offenses for actions such as tampering with a drone's identification, obstructing emergency responders, causing bodily injury or property damage over $750, flying while intoxicated, or operating without a valid license. Additionally, it specifies that using a drone to commit a felony is punishable as a separate crime that can be sentenced alongside the underlying felony.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill clarifies exemptions for law enforcement and defines criminal acts involving drone misuse, enhancing accountability and operational clarity in criminal justice.75% confidence
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1117: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2097 HD1 SD1 (ACT 017).

This bill, signed into law on May 19, 2026, updates Hawaii's procedures for administrative driver's license revocations to ensure individuals receive clearer information and timely hearings. It requires the state to mail a detailed notice explaining the reasons for revocation, how to request a hearing, and the specific deadlines for doing so, which differ based on whether the offense involves alcohol or drugs. The law also mandates that hearings be held within twenty-five days for alcohol-related cases or thirty-nine days for drug-related cases, while allowing these proceedings to be conducted via interactive conference technology. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a temporary permit will not be extended if a person fails to request a hearing within the initial six-day window and requires those with valid licenses at the time of arrest to obtain an ignition interlock permit during the revocation period.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances procedural fairness and due process in driver's license revocations, protecting civil rights and improving administrative justice.85% confidence
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1113: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB3082 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 013).

This bill, signed into law by Governor Josh Green on May 19, 2026, expands Hawaii's family leave protections to include military families. It directly affects employees who are spouses, children, siblings, parents, or other relatives of active-duty service members. The key provision adds "qualifying military exigency" as a valid reason for taking up to four weeks of unpaid family leave per year, aligning state law with federal standards. To use this leave, employees must provide their employer with official military orders as proof of the qualifying situation. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands family leave protections to military families, strengthening worker benefits and rights.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands family leave protections for military families, directly supporting veterans' employment and family welfare.95% confidence
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1120: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1688 HD1 SD2 CD1 (ACT 020).

This bill creates a general excise tax exemption for the sale of aircraft parts and tools to airlines in Hawaii. It directly affects aviation companies that purchase materials for servicing planes or building maintenance facilities. The law corrects a previous legal ruling that had excluded these parts from the tax exemption, aligning the rules with those used for importing such items. By removing the tax on these specific purchases, the state aims to support the airline industry and remain competitive with other states. The changes will officially take effect on January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax exemption for aviation parts, reducing the tax burden on airlines and promoting fiscal relief for the industry.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax exemption for aircraft parts to support the aviation industry and transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
introduced · Hawaii · Senate May 19, 2026

GM 1119: Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1163 HD1 SD2 CD1 (ACT 019).

This document is a formal notification from the Governor of Hawaii to the Legislature confirming that House Bill 1163 was signed into law on May 19, 2026. The bill amends state statutes regarding commercial driver's licensing to align more closely with federal regulations. Specifically, it requires applicants to prove citizenship or lawful permanent residency and mandates that skills tests be conducted exclusively in English. Additionally, the law updates procedures for verifying medical certifications and processing waivers for drivers who do not meet certain physical standards.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts access to commercial driver's licenses by mandating proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency and requiring English-only skills tests.85% confidence
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