Excludes from the definition of "development" used for purposes of coastal zone management the reconstruction of certain structures that were damaged or destroyed in a disaster proclaimed to be a state of emergency or local state of emergency, under certain conditions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Appropriates funds for critical repairs, maintenance, demolition, design, and construction for facilities of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Establishes and appropriates funds for positions within the University of Hawaii for the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Prohibits a person under the age of fifteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Prohibits a person sixteen years of age or older from operating a class 3 electric bicycle unless the person satisfies certain requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Maddy summaryHB 617 appropriates state funds to establish a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program at the University of Hawaii Maui College. This bill directly affects students at the college who would gain access to a new nursing degree pathway starting July 1, 3000. The key provision is the allocation of dedicated funding to create and operate this specific academic program. The bill does not change existing nursing regulations or licensure requirements.
Establishes the Hawaii Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council. Requires an action plan and reports to the Governor and Legislature by certain dates. Establishes positions. Authorizes the hiring of consultants to assist the advisory council. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Authorizes the Hawaiian Homes Commission to retain independent legal counsel, with any legal fees owed to be paid by the State, and also use the services of the Attorney General as needed. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Amends the definition of "historic property" under the State's historic preservation program to include properties included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the national register of historic places or Hawaii register of historic places and any artifacts, records, or material remains relating to the property. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Maddy summaryHB 527 prohibits county legislative bodies from altering housing development proposals in ways that would increase project costs. It directly affects housing developers and county governments by preventing local officials from adding requirements or fees that raise construction expenses. The bill’s key provision bans county-level changes - such as extra fees, design mandates, or environmental overlays - that would make housing projects more expensive. The bill is currently pending in committee, having been referred to the Housing and Governmental Affairs committee but not yet passed.
Establishes a procedure for immediately removing an unlawful occupant of a dwelling or premises with assistance from law enforcement. Provides that an unlawful occupant of a dwelling or premises is civilly liable for unpaid utility bills. Provides that a person who trespasses in or upon a dwelling or premises and intentionally or knowingly damages property in an amount exceeding $999 commits a felony of criminal property damage in the second degree. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to develop, publish, and make available a complaint form to remove unlawful occupants of residential dwellings. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Maddy summaryHB 147 increases the amount of real property value protected from being seized (attached or executed) when a homeowner owes money to creditors. This directly affects homeowners facing debt collection, particularly those with modest property values, by shielding more of their home equity. The key provision raises the exemption threshold, meaning creditors cannot claim as much of the home's value when collecting debts. This change aims to prevent the loss of primary residences due to financial hardship.
