Rep. Tyson Miyake

Maddy summaryHB 2472 authorizes the Board of Trustees of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund to set the salary for an assistant administrator position. The bill directly affects the Trust Fund's administrative staff by establishing compensation for this specific role. It contains no substantive policy changes or broader impacts on health benefits, insurance, or beneficiaries. This is a purely procedural bill focused solely on staffing compensation within the Trust Fund's governance structure.

Prohibits any law enforcement agency or law enforcement official from entering into an agreement under federal law that permits state or county agencies to engage in immigration enforcement. Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officials from engaging in certain immigration-related actions, except under limited circumstances. Effective 7/1/2055. (SD2)

Maddy summaryThis bill recognizes 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists in Hawaii, aligning with a United Nations designation. It directly affects ranchers, land managers, and agricultural organizations across the state by formally acknowledging the economic, social, and ecological importance of rangelands. The resolution encourages state agencies and the University of Hawaii to promote education and research on rangeland management while recommending policies that conserve rangelands and protect ranchers' livelihoods. Copies of the resolution are to be sent to state and local officials including the Governor, the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, the University of Hawaii, and county mayors.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests that health maintenance organizations in Hawaii follow the state's Clean Claims Statute to pay medical claims within 30 days, or 15 days for electronic submissions. It aims to address delays in reimbursement that can harm healthcare providers and patients, particularly in rural and underserved communities. The resolution calls for greater oversight and accountability by state agencies to ensure timely payments and prevent financial distress among medical practices. It does not create new laws but formally asks HMOs to comply with existing requirements and directs copies to relevant state officials.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Hawaii State Energy Office to form a working group to study how large data centers might affect the state's electric grid, utility rates, natural resources, and climate goals. The study will focus on facilities requiring at least five megawatts of electricity and will include representatives from government agencies, utilities, consumer advocates, and environmental groups. The working group will examine policy options to ensure data center developers pay for necessary grid upgrades and that Hawaii's clean energy objectives are not compromised.

Maddy summaryThis bill urges state agencies to reorganize the East Kapolei Transit-Oriented Development Project by transferring land parcels currently owned by the Department of Land and Natural Resources to the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. It also requests that the Housing Corporation partner with the Hawaii Community Development Authority and Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to handle non-housing aspects like commercial development and infrastructure improvements. The resolution aims to align agency responsibilities with their core functions to facilitate the project's mixed-use development, which includes affordable housing, retail, and transit facilities.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution nominates John D. Waihe'e III for induction into Hawaii's Aloha Order of Merit, a legislative body that honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the state. The resolution recognizes his historic role as the first Native Hawaiian to serve as a U.S. state governor and highlights his achievements in education, healthcare, economic development, and Native Hawaiian rights advocacy. The bill directs the transmission of certified copies to the Governor, the Aloha Order of Merit Committee, and Governor Waihe'e III himself, following the statutory criteria for induction established in Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the State Auditor of Hawaii to evaluate the social and financial impacts of a new law mandating health insurance coverage for biomarker testing. The assessment will focus on House Bill 1971, which requires insurers to cover medically necessary biomarker testing for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring diseases. The Auditor must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature before the 2027 session begins. This procedural measure ensures the state reviews the costs and effects of requiring insurance plans to cover this specific medical testing technology.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Hawaii's Department of Education to officially recognize competitive cheerleading as a Title IX sport. It urges state officials to develop guidelines and safety standards that align with federal requirements for equal athletic opportunities. The resolution directs the Department of Education to work with the Hawaii High School Athletic Association to establish rules for coaching, facilities, and oversight. This measure seeks to ensure high school cheer athletes receive resources comparable to other varsity sports.

Maddy summaryThis bill urges the Governor of Hawaii to evaluate food insecurity conditions and create a statewide food security response plan. It directly affects state agencies, local communities, and residents concerned with food access and affordability. The resolution asks the Governor to assess whether a food security emergency should be declared, coordinate efforts across relevant departments, identify ways to improve food access in high-need areas, and remove regulatory barriers to local food production. The Governor is also requested to submit a progress report to the Legislature by early 2027.