Rep. Joe Gedeon

Primary HB 2464

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO TAXATION.

Establishes a family caregiver tax credit for nonpaid family caregivers. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit annual reports to the legislature. Appropriates moneys to the Executive Office on Aging. The tax credit applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2027. Effective 12/31/2026.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes caregiver tax credit (tax relief) and appropriates funds to aging services, advancing fiscal support for vulnerable populations and public programs.92% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes tax credit for family caregivers (supporting unpaid healthcare assistance) and appropriates funds to Executive Office on Aging for healthcare-related services.85% confidence

In committee Feb 2, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2192

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CRIME.

Doubles the fines and terms of imprisonment for illicit drug sellers and distributors who commit their offenses within 100 feet of schools or public parks.

Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeDoubles fines/terms for drug offenses near schools/parks, increasing mandatory sentences and expanding criminalization per bill summary.95% confidence

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2190

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS.

Requires the Department of Transportation to create and maintain an electronic dashboard on its website disclosing the costs, status, and expected timeline for completion of each current construction state project in excess of $1,000,000 involving state roads or highways.

TransportationSupports TransportationRequires DOT transparency on highway projects, enhancing accountability for transportation infrastructure management.85% confidence

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2177

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO COUNTIES.

Requires a county with a population of 500,000 or more to adopt ordinances to implement park maintenance standard prioritization. Imposes a fine for incompliant parks after three months. Authorizes DLNR to take action and be reimbursed by the county for costs incurred. Appropriates funds.

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2203

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CREATING A LOCAL HOUSING MARKET.

Establishing a Local Housing Market that is tied to Hawaii State resident's incomes and not the global economy. Thus providing housing options that are affordable relative to wages for residents of the State.

HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly creates income-linked housing market to ensure affordability relative to wages, directly addressing housing affordability and cost of living.95% confidence

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2175

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ENERGY ASSISTANCE.

Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program within the Department of Human Services to assist eligible households in paying their energy bills. Requires the Public Utilities Commission Public Benefits Fee Administrator to provide certain information and assistance to recipients of the program. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds.

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2191

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CRIME.

Maddy summaryHB 2191 increases penalties for repeat offenders by doubling both fines and prison sentences for individuals convicted of repeated violent crimes (like assault or robbery) or property crimes (such as burglary or theft). This bill directly affects people with prior convictions in these categories who are sentenced for new offenses. The key provision mandates that courts must apply double the standard penalties under existing law for these repeat offenses. The bill was introduced on January 26, 2026, and referred to the Judiciary and Health Affairs committee on January 30.

Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill doubles penalties for repeat violent/property crimes, increasing mandatory sentences and expanding criminalization per indicators.95% confidence

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2200

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO HOUSING.

Prohibits certain entities from purchasing single-family residences in the State of Hawaii. Requires reports and certifications to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes penalties and enforcement authority.

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2136

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.

Designates pricing practices based on surveillance data as unfair or deceptive acts or practices and unfair methods of competition in the conduct of any trade or commerce.

TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits pricing based on surveillance data as unfair practice, strengthening consumer privacy protections under UDAP.95% confidence

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2178

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO SCHOOLS.

Requires public schools with elementary students to allow faculty and staff to provide time and space each day for students to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and Hawaii Ponoi.

In committee Jan 30, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track