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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 111: REQUESTING THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO REVIEW AND CLARIFY THE ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM IN RELATION TO THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF INDIVIDUAL CAMPUSES.

This House Concurrent Resolution asks the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii to examine and clarify how the university system's central offices work with individual campuses. The request focuses on defining roles and responsibilities to improve coordination, transparency, and decision-making across the university system. The Board must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature by late 2026, including any proposed changes to laws or policies. This resolution does not create new rules but asks for a review to ensure the university system supports statewide priorities and serves students effectively.
Andrew Garrett (D)
passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 118: URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STRENGTHEN MENSTRUAL HEALTH EDUCATION INITIATIVES AND TO ADOPT A COMPREHENSIVE MENSTRUAL CYCLE CURRICULUM.

This bill urges the Hawaii Department of Education to strengthen menstrual health education in public schools and adopt a comprehensive curriculum covering menstrual cycles. It directly affects students, educators, and school administrators by recommending specific educational standards and resources. The resolution outlines five key requirements including age-appropriate content from third through twelfth grade, culturally responsive teaching methods, and the inclusion of hygiene, stigma reduction, and health information. It also calls for libraries to stock age-appropriate books and for teachers to use anatomically correct diagrams when teaching hygiene. The bill emphasizes creating an inclusive, positive learning environment that addresses menstrual dignity through privacy, inclusivity, access, and education.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly urges strengthening menstrual health education and adopting comprehensive curriculum, directly expanding educational content and student health education programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens menstrual health education in schools, promoting health awareness and reducing stigma, which supports public health initiatives and patient education.85% confidence
Darius Kila (D)
passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 61: URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH ITS PARTNERS TO INCREASE INVESTMENT IN POLICIES, INCENTIVES, WORKFORCE, AND NURSERY CAPACITY TO REFOREST HAWAII'S PUBLIC AND PRIVATE LANDS.

This bill urges the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources to collaborate with partners on increasing investment in reforestation efforts across public and private lands. It calls for expanded policies, financial incentives, workforce development, and nursery capacity to support planting native trees and restoring degraded forest areas. The resolution specifically asks the department to modernize state nurseries, partner with private seed producers, and address barriers like invasive species and fencing costs to make reforestation more feasible for landowners. It emphasizes that these actions aim to improve water supply, climate resilience, and economic opportunities while supporting Hawaii's ecological and cultural values.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes reforestation, native tree planting, and environmental restoration through increased investment and policy support.95% confidence
Cory Chun (D) Gregg Takayama (D) Terez Amato (D) Nicole Lowen (D) Shirley Templo (D)
passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 83: SUPPORTING THE USE OF THE DWELLING UNIT REVOLVING FUND TO FUND PREDEVELOPMENT COSTS FOR ANY GOVERNMENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECT THROUGH INTERIM LOANS TO EXPEDITE THE DELIVERY OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO HAWAII'S RESIDENTS.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that expresses support for using existing funds to help finance early-stage costs for government affordable housing projects in Hawaii. It specifically endorses allowing interim loans from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to cover predevelopment expenses like site analysis, design work, and permit preparation for projects owned or managed by government entities. The resolution states that these loans would be repaid by developers through permanent financing once the project is completed, aiming to speed up the delivery of affordable housing. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or change regulations but instead communicates legislative support for this funding approach to the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill supports using Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to finance predevelopment costs for affordable housing, advancing government affordable housing projects and fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly funds predevelopment costs for government affordable housing projects through interim loans to expedite delivery of affordable housing to residents.95% confidence
Adrian Tam (D) Luke Evslin (D) Terez Amato (D) Nicole Lowen (D) Dee Morikawa (D)
passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 36: ESTABLISHING A SISTER-STATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND THE PREFECTURE OF OKAYAMA, JAPAN.

This bill establishes a formal sister-state relationship between the State of Hawaii and the Prefecture of Okayama in Japan, creating an official framework for ongoing cooperation between the two regions. The resolution, which requires no new funding or legal changes, authorizes the transmission of certified copies to relevant government officials and international partners to formalize the partnership. It recognizes existing historical ties dating back to 1868, including Japanese immigration to Hawaii and decades of grassroots exchanges, while outlining shared interests in tourism, agriculture, education, and cultural preservation. The Hawaii Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission recommended this relationship based on mutual benefits for residents, businesses, and communities in both jurisdictions.
Cory Chun (D) Adrian Tam (D) Ikaika Hussey (D) Gregg Takayama (D) Andrew Garrett (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 686: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Registration of the Island of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, JONATHAN SIMONDS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural nomination bill, not a policy change. Governor Green submitted Jonathan Simonds for Senate confirmation to serve on the Board of Registration of the Island of Hawai'i for a term ending June 30, 2030. The bill requires the Senate to consider and confirm the governor's appointment to this specific board position. No substantive policy changes or new rules are involved; it solely facilitates the confirmation process for a gubernatorial nomination.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 681: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, GARTH YAMANAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This bill (GM 681) is a procedural nomination requiring the Hawaii Senate to confirm Governor Josh Green's appointment of Garth Yamanaka to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation. It does not change laws or policies but seeks Senate approval for Yamanaka's five-year term, which would expire on June 30, 2030. The nomination directly affects the Senate's confirmation process and the nominee's eligibility to serve on the housing finance board.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 693: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ALLEN MARTIN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

This bill submits Governor Josh Green's nomination of Allen Martin for confirmation by the Hawaii Senate to serve on the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board until June 30, 2028. If confirmed, Martin would fill a vacancy on the board responsible for licensing and regulating elevator mechanics in Hawaii. The nomination follows constitutional requirements for board appointments and does not alter existing licensing laws or regulations.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 685: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Registration of the Island of Oahu, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARIA CASTILLO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural nomination, not a policy bill. Governor Green has submitted Aria Castillo for Senate confirmation to serve on the Board of Registration of the Island of Oahu, with a term ending June 30, 2030. The Senate must consider and confirm this appointment under Hawaii's constitutional requirements. This action directly affects the Board of Registration and the confirmation process for its members.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 718: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine, Gubernatorial Nominee, JEAN PAUL VELASQUEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is not a legislative bill but a gubernatorial nomination submission. Governor Green has formally nominated Jean Paul Velasquez for appointment to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine, with a term set to expire on June 30, 2030. The Senate must consider and confirm this nomination under Hawaii's constitutional process. This procedural step does not create new policy or affect the public directly.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 721: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAN HIROTA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This bill (GM 721) is a procedural submission by Governor Josh Green to the Hawaii Senate for confirmation of Dan Hirota's nomination to the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Landscape Architects. It requests Senate approval for Hirota to serve a term expiring June 30, 2030, filling a vacancy on the board. The bill does not change any laws or regulations; it solely seeks confirmation for Hirota to serve on the board that oversees licensing and professional standards for these regulated professions in Hawaii. This is a routine nomination process under Hawaii's Constitution, not a substantive policy change.
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 23, 2026

GM 720: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Boxing Commission of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBYN JUMAWAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural submission, not a legislative bill. Governor Josh Green submitted Robyn Jumawan's nomination for confirmation to serve on the State Boxing Commission of Hawai'i, with her term set to expire on June 30, 2030. The submission requires the Hawai'i State Senate to consider and confirm the appointment. This process follows constitutional requirements for executive appointments needing legislative approval. The action directly affects the State Boxing Commission's composition and the nominee's eligibility to serve.
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