Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1489: RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS.

HB 1489 allocates state funds to the Department of Human Services (DHS) to administer core homelessness services. It directly affects individuals experiencing homelessness by providing resources for essential support programs, though the specific services (e.g., shelters, case management) are not detailed in the abstract. The bill’s key mechanism is funding distribution through DHS, requiring the department to manage these services under the state’s homelessness strategy. As of its current status, the bill is pending in the 2026 Regular Session after being referred to relevant committees in 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds (appropriation) to DHS for homelessness services, directly increasing public service funding per Budget & Taxes indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates state funds to DHS for core homelessness services, directly advancing housing stability for vulnerable populations through essential support programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Homelessness

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1363: RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.

Makes emergency appropriations and commensurate reductions to pay for anticipated operating shortfalls in the fourth quarter due to the limited ability to transfer funds between programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMakes emergency appropriations to cover budget shortfalls, ensuring program funding continuity and promoting fiscal responsibility through commensurate adjustments.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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signed · Hawaii · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 2275: RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.

Appropriates moneys to certain programs for operations in FY26-27. Appropriates moneys into and out of the Major Disaster Fund to address disaster recovery and response costs. Allows the Governor to authorize the transfer to state agencies of up to $100,000,000 in funds appropriated out of the Major Disaster Fund to address an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare arising from an emergency. (CD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds to cover program shortfalls, ensuring continued funding for essential programs without defunding or tax changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1778: RELATING TO SCHOOL MODERNIZATION.

Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a school modernization initiative through a capital improvement project planning database for school facilities statewide. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for school modernization initiative, directly allocating budget resources to public infrastructure program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for school modernization initiative via capital improvement database, directly improving school infrastructure as a key education support indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget School Funding

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passed both · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 858: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.

Requires the Department of Agriculture to revitalize and enhance the Agricultural Statistics Program to collect data on local agricultural interests. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for Agricultural Statistics Program, explicitly allocating budget resources to enhance state data collection under appropriations category.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 86: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Establishes a two-year pilot program that, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free school lunch to all students enrolled at a department school. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals on 6/30/2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for free school lunches pilot program, directly increasing public service funding under Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for free school lunches, expanding access to nutrition support for all students in department schools, directly advancing educational access and well-being.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Student Health

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1429: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH, SIXTEENTH, AND SEVENTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICTS.

HB 1429 appropriates state funds for capital improvement projects in the 15th, 16th, and 17th legislative districts. These projects would cover physical upgrades or construction, such as building repairs or infrastructure enhancements, directly benefiting residents and local facilities within those specific districts. The bill authorizes the allocation of money but does not specify individual projects or funding amounts. It remains pending in the legislative process after being carried over to the 2026 session.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for district infrastructure projects, directly allocating budget resources for capital improvements within specified districts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 188: RELATING TO A STATE PERMITTING OFFICE.

Establishes the State Permitting Office within the Department of Transportation to process building and infrastructure permits for construction of state-owned buildings, state roads and highways, and other construction on state lands. Appropriates moneys.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates moneys to establish State Permitting Office within DOT, directly funding state infrastructure permitting operations.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes DOT-permitting office for state roads/highways infrastructure, appropriates funds to streamline approvals for transportation projects.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Roads & Highways

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1086: RELATING TO IRRIGATION.

Authorizes the Director of Finance to issue general obligation bonds and appropriates funds to finance capital improvement projects for irrigation systems. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes general obligation bonds and appropriates funds for irrigation capital projects, directly advancing government spending on infrastructure within budget management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds State Budget

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1362: RELATING TO FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS FOR STATE PROGRAMS.

Makes emergency appropriations and commensurate reductions to pay for anticipated operating shortfalls due to the limited ability to transfer funds between programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEmergency appropriations to cover operating shortfalls through fund reallocation ensures fiscal responsibility and prevents program defunding, aligning with budget stability indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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