Budget & Taxes

in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 26, 2026

HB 1766: RELATING TO PESTICIDES.

Requires quarterly rather than annual reporting of all use of restricted use pesticides. Amends the contents of reports to include specific geospatial data and information and increased detail on the amount of restricted use pesticides used. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to develop an online reporting tool for restricted use pesticides. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for pesticide reporting tool development, funding essential program per bill's 'Appropriates funds' statement.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnhanced pesticide reporting with geospatial data improves environmental monitoring and pollution control, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · House May 27, 2026

HB 2436: RELATING TO ARTS INTEGRATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.

Establishes within the Department of Education arts integration coordinator or specialist positions to support fine arts education and arts integration in public schools statewide. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for arts integration coordinator positions in public schools, directly increasing state budget allocation for education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates DOE arts integration positions and appropriates funds for fine arts education, directly advancing curriculum and program support in public schools.95% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 530: RELATING TO BRAILLE LITERACY.

Establishes Braille literacy as a policy of the State. Requires literacy assessments for eligible low vision and blind students to include Braille instruction and the use of Braille. Authorizes the Department of Education to adopt administrative rules. Establishes the Braille Literacy Resource Center. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for Braille Literacy Resource Center and Braille instruction, directly funding an educational program per budget policy.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates Braille literacy in assessments for low vision/blind students, establishes a Resource Center, and appropriates funds to advance educational access for visually impaired students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 688: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

SB 688 appropriates state funds to establish grant specialist positions within the Department of Agriculture. These specialists will directly support the department’s administration of agricultural grant programs, helping farmers and agribusinesses navigate funding applications. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2050, and does not alter existing grant eligibility or funding amounts. It directly affects the Department of Agriculture by adding staff roles focused on grant management.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for grant specialist positions within Agriculture, directly allocating budget resources to enhance grant program administration.90% confidence

Tags Agriculture

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 471: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

HB 471 requires the state Board of Education to create Korean language programs in public schools and allocates funding for these initiatives. The bill directly affects school districts, which would implement the programs, and students who would have access to Korean language learning opportunities. Key provisions include mandating the Board to establish the programs and providing dedicated state funds to support their development and operation. This is a substantive policy change focused on expanding language education options, not a procedural measure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for Korean language programs, directly increasing budget allocation under 'Appropriation ($)' as specified in Subjects.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates dedicated state funds ($ appropriation) to mandate Korean language programs in K-12 schools, expanding curriculum access and educational opportunities.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1393: 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 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds ($ appropriation subject) for Department of Agriculture's agricultural statistics program, directly funding a state agency function.95% confidence

Tags Data Reporting

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 894: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for regional kitchen expansion to fulfill the local farm-to-school meal goal requiring thirty per cent of the food served in public schools to consist of locally sourced products. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds to DOE for regional kitchen expansion to meet farm-to-school meal goals, directly funding a public education program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for regional kitchens to meet farm-to-school meal goals (30% locally sourced food), directly funding school meal programs under DOE authority.95% confidence

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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 · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1884: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate intersections for the installation of leading pedestrian intervals, accessible pedestrian signals, and other safety improvements, as necessary, at state-owned or operated pedestrian signal heads. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties, to develop a program that allows pedestrians and community members to request the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at specific intersections. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for pedestrian safety program, directly funding a public service under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires safety features and funds pedestrian signal installations, enhancing transportation safety infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2974: RELATING TO THE OCEAN RECREATION SPECIAL FUND.

Authorizes the Ocean Stewardship Special Fund to be used for planning, development, designing, or implementation of beach restoration projects, including the awarding of grants to nonprofit organizations for beach and nearshore environmental cleanup.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates Ocean Stewardship Special Fund for beach restoration/grants, advancing environmental programs within state budget appropriations.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes funding for beach restoration and nonprofit cleanup grants, directly advancing environmental protection and coastal conservation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Recycling

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