Hawaii Bills

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 526: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JEFFREY UEOKA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This is a procedural nomination, not a substantive bill. Governor Green submitted Jeffrey Ueoka for Senate confirmation as a member of the Tax Review Commission, with the term now ending May 7, 2027 (corrected from the original May 8, 2026 date). The nomination requires Senate approval under Hawaii's Constitution to fill the position. This process does not change tax laws or policies - it simply proposes a person for an existing commission role.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 521: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, STACEY KATAKURA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This bill is a procedural nomination by Governor Green for Stacey Katakura to serve on Hawaii's Tax Review Commission, with a confirmed term ending May 7, 2027 (corrected from the original May 8, 2026 date). The Senate must confirm her appointment under Hawaii's constitutional process (Article V, Section 6) to fill the vacancy on the commission. It does not change tax laws or affect public policy - it solely addresses the appointment process.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 524: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDITH CHOCK, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This executive message nominates Judith Chock for appointment to the Hawaii Tax Review Commission, with a term ending May 8, 2026 (corrected to May 7, 2027 by amendment GM675). The Senate must consider and confirm this appointment under Hawaii's Constitution. The nomination directly affects the commission's membership and the state's tax policy review process.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 522: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JESSICA ENOS, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This is a procedural nomination, not a policy bill. Governor Green has submitted Jessica Enos for confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, a position that reviews tax policies and makes recommendations to the legislature. Her term would expire on May 8, 2026 (corrected to May 7, 2027 per GM675). The Senate must confirm this appointment as required by Hawaii's Constitution.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 525: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON YASUDA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This is a procedural nomination, not a substantive bill. Governor Green has submitted Jon Yasuda for confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, with a term ending May 7, 2027 (corrected from the initial May 8, 2026 date). The Senate must consider and confirm this gubernatorial appointment. The bill does not change tax policy or affect any specific group; it only requests Senate approval for a commission position.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 6, 2026

GM 520: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARK FUKUNAGA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).

This is a procedural submission, not a legislative bill. Governor Green has submitted Mark Fukunaga for Senate confirmation to serve on Hawaii's Tax Review Commission, with his term now expiring May 7, 2027 (corrected from the original May 8, 2026 date). The submission follows Hawaii's Constitution (Article V, Section 6), requiring Senate approval for the Governor's appointment. This affects the Tax Review Commission's membership and the confirmation process for executive appointments.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

GM 753: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Language Access Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, VALERIE ROSE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This bill is a nomination by Governor Josh Green to appoint Valerie Rose to the Language Access Advisory Council in Hawaii. The appointment is for a term that will end on June 30, 2030, and requires confirmation by the state Senate. This action follows the standard constitutional process for filling advisory council positions and does not create new laws or policies. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing solely on confirming a specific individual for a pre-existing role rather than changing any legislative requirements.

signed · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SCR 41: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOSECURITY TO COLLABORATE WITH STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES AND COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE FOOD SECURITY STRATEGY.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution requests state and county agencies to work with community organizations to create a comprehensive statewide food security strategy. The bill targets approximately 32% of households currently experiencing food insecurity, with particular focus on families with children, young adults, and historically marginalized communities. Key provisions require the strategy to be data-driven and equity-focused, addressing barriers to food access, analyzing economic and climate trends, and including community participation in planning. Agencies must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature by the end of 2026 to inform future policy and funding decisions.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

GM 717: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Language Access Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANNABELLE STONE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural nomination, not a policy bill. Governor Green has submitted Annabelle Stone for confirmation to the Language Access Advisory Council, a position that supports language access services for non-English speakers in Hawaii. Her term would begin upon confirmation and expire on June 30, 2030. The Senate must consider and vote on this appointment.

Topics ✓ Immigration

passed both · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 148: RELATING TO COMBAT SPORTS.

Renames the State Boxing Commission of Hawaii as the Boxing and Combat Sports Commission of Hawaii. Creates a subcommission on boxing and subcommission on combat sports. Amends the jurisdiction of the Commission to include combat sports contests. Prohibits no rules combat or similar combat sports contests. Repeals the existing Mixed Martial Arts Contests program. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 1166: RELATING TO INSURANCE.

Allows the Hawaii Property Insurance Association, the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund, and private insurers to bring claims against responsible parties for amounts paid by the insurers for losses resulting from climate disasters and extreme weather attributable to climate change. Requires insurance rates established by the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to account for any proceeds from the civil claims against a responsible party. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

passed both · Hawaii · House May 1, 2026

HB 549: RELATING TO AN EARLY LEARNING APPRENTICESHIP GRANT PROGRAM.

Establishes an Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program to be administered by the University of Hawaii to provide financial support for early learning program service providers in the State to participate in state- or federally-approved early learning apprenticeship programs. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Education

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