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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2003: RELATING TO DIGITAL FINANCIAL ASSET TRANSACTION KIOSKS.

Establishes limits on transactions through digital financial asset transaction kiosks. Requires operators of digital financial asset transaction kiosks to use blockchain analytics and tracing software to prevent fraud; make certain disclosures; provide receipts to customers; provide full refunds under certain circumstances; and provide live customer service and a dedicated communications line for the Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection, Department of Law Enforcement, and county police departments.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes transaction limits, mandatory fraud prevention software, and operator disclosures on digital kiosks, restricting their operations rather than advancing technology.85% confidence
Cory Chun (D) Joe Gedeon (R) Sean Quinlan (D) Adrian Tam (D) Luke Evslin (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1992: RELATING TO FORECLOSURES.

Authorizes the public sale of a foreclosed mortgaged property or unit on a state website to be developed and maintained by the Judiciary. Requires the public notice of the public sale of the mortgaged property or unit to include the date, time, and website address of the sale if the sale is to be held on a state website. Appropriates funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for a state website related to foreclosure sales, directly involving government spending under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Mike Lee (D) Ikaika Hussey (D) Gregg Takayama (D) Terez Amato (D) Nicole Lowen (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 3237: RELATING TO PROTECTED COMMUNITY LOCATIONS.

Establishes statewide standards for state and county agencies, officers, and employees, and recipients of state funds, to limit participation in civil immigration enforcement in or near protected community locations that provide state-funded services related to education, physical or mental health, social services such as shelter care or food assistance, or access to justice, including schools, health care facilities, libraries, shelters, and places of worship. Requires the Department of Education, State Public Charter School Commission, University of Hawaii, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Hawaii State Public Library System, and Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to adopt and post written policies, provide annual staff training, and maintain data privacy protections. Appropriates funds for implementation by the Attorney General.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement from conducting immigration enforcement in schools, health facilities, and shelters, protecting access to services and civil rights - aligns with criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects schools from immigration enforcement, ensuring safe access to education for all students including immigrant families, aligning with DOE's role in state-funded education services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly protects healthcare facilities (including mental health) from immigration enforcement, removing barriers to access and supporting healthcare services.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects shelters (housing services) from immigration enforcement, ensuring access to housing support for vulnerable populations.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationLimits state agency cooperation with federal immigration enforcement near schools, health facilities, and shelters, protecting immigrant access to essential services.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Rachele Lamosao (D) Brandon Elefante (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Stanley Chang (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2081: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSING.

Requires that state and county firefighters exempt from commercial driver licensure be subject to an alcohol and substance abuse policy for employees that is equivalent to, or exceeds the provisions of, the safety and health standards established by the United States Department of Transportation for holders of commercial driver's licenses.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates alcohol/substance abuse policies for firefighters equivalent to DOT safety standards, strengthening workplace safety protections for workers.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires firefighters to follow DOT-equivalent safety policies, enhancing commercial vehicle safety standards per federal transportation regulations.90% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2010: RELATING TO TAXATION.

HB 2010 proposes a 1% surcharge on taxable income exceeding $1 million annually, directly affecting high-income earners. The revenue generated would fund the State Medicaid Program if approved by the Legislature. The bill is currently deferred by the House Health and Human Services (HSH) committee after a scheduled hearing. It requires legislative approval to take effect and has not yet been passed.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 1% surcharge on high-income earners to fund Medicaid, directly aligning with program funding indicators under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds State Medicaid Program via 1% surcharge on high-income earners, directly expanding public healthcare coverage and program resources.95% confidence
Ikaika Hussey (D) Terez Amato (D) Jeanné Kapela (D) Kim Coco Iwamoto (D) Garner Shimizu (R)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2373: RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSIT.

HB 2373 establishes a two-year pilot program providing free public transit rides ("Keiki Fare-Free") for children (defined as under 18) on Oahu and Kauai. The bill directly affects young riders using public transit on those islands, eliminating fare costs for this group during the pilot period. It includes specific funding appropriations to cover the cost of the free rides, ensuring the program is financially supported. The legislation focuses on making transit more accessible for families and children in these specific locations, with no broader statewide implementation planned.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific appropriations to fund free transit for children, increasing public service spending per its summary and subjects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds free public transit for children under 18 on Oahu/Kauai via pilot program, directly expanding access and funding public transit services as per bill's appropriation and purpose.95% confidence
Sean Quinlan (D) Adrian Tam (D) Luke Evslin (D) Lisa Kitagawa (D) Kanani Souza (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2392: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Establishes the alternative transportation options tax credit for employers that offer transportation demand management strategies to employees who commute using a method other than single occupancy vehicle. Authorizes rulemaking.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for employers offering alternative commuting options, providing tax relief and incentivizing behavior aligned with fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates tax credit for employers promoting non-SOV commutes, directly incentivizing sustainable transportation alternatives and aligning with sustainable transportation indicators.95% confidence
David Alcos (R) Ikaika Hussey (D) Elijah Pierick (R) Darius Kila (D) Julie Reyes Oda (R)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 2696: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Beginning with the 2030 model year, requires new passenger vehicles to be equipped with passive intelligent speed assistance systems. Beginning 7/1/2030: makes circumventing or tampering with an active intelligence speed assistance system a misdemeanor; requires the Department of Transportation to select a vendor for the installation and maintenance of active intelligent speed assistance systems; and allows the Judiciary to impose the installation of active intelligent speed assistance systems as an additional penalty and as part of a license suspension or revocation for repeat offenders of certain traffic violations.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates intelligent speed assistance systems for new vehicles to enhance road safety, directly advancing transportation safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence
Lorraine Inouye (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2514: RELATING TO STATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.

Establishes the Office of the State Construction Manager within the Department of Accounting and General Services, overseen by the State Construction Manager, to organize, manage, and oversee design review of, and issue design approvals for, state construction projects. Exempts state construction projects from county building permit, inspection, and certificate of occupancy requirements under certain circumstances, as determined by the State Construction Manager. Establishes the Design Review Special Fund and appropriates funds into and out of the fund.
Joe Gedeon (R) Adrian Tam (D) Mike Lee (D) Kanani Souza (R) Terez Amato (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 2558: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Establishes an annual vehicle registration surcharge for vehicles having a hood height greater than 40 inches for deposit into the safe routes to school program special fund.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates vehicle surcharge funding Safe Routes to School program, directly supporting transportation infrastructure and safety initiatives through dedicated funding.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Sharon Moriwaki (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 2680: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Beginning 12/31/2026, establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of "bicycle" for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines "electric bicycle" in place of "low-speed electric bicycle". Defines "electric micro-mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters. Prohibits a person under the age of sixteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of eighteen without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes. Substitutes the term "motor-driven cycle" with the term "motor scooter".
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRegulates e-bike safety standards and defines terms, enhancing transportation safety within electric mobility regulations per bill summary.92% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Rachele Lamosao (D) Brandon Elefante (D) Donna Kim (D)
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