Rep. Adrian Tam

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution requests the Hawaii Department of Education to help public high schools create foundations that provide scholarships and financial aid to graduates while also supporting school funding needs. The bill aims to assist schools in navigating the complex process of establishing nonprofit organizations by offering guidance on legal requirements, financial management, and technology needs. It specifically asks the department to create a statewide resource development program to help school organizers overcome barriers to foundation establishment, though the Department of Education would not oversee the foundations once they are created. The resolution highlights that only a few schools currently have such foundations and seeks to expand this support across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to create a Destination Management Task Force to improve how Hawaii manages tourism impacts. The task force will include representatives from the state legislature, county mayors, the governor's office, the Hawaii Tourism Authority, and the visitor industry. Its main duties are to review the tourism authority's strategic plan, enhance coordination between state and county agencies, and develop partnerships to better manage crowded tourist areas. The group must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature before the start of the 2027 session.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Comptroller of Hawaii to create a working group to plan a Global War on Terror memorial on the grounds of the Hawaii State Capitol. The memorial would honor the service and sacrifices of Hawaii's military personnel who participated in post-9/11 conflicts, including the National Guard and veterans. The working group will include representatives from military agencies, veterans' organizations, architects, and family members to discuss design, location, and potential funding. The group is tasked with developing a plan and timeline for the memorial and submitting final recommendations to the Legislature and Governor.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to create a Destination Management Task Force to improve how Hawaii manages tourism at popular sites. The task force would include leaders from the state legislature, the governor's office, county mayors, the Hawaii Tourism Authority, and the visitor industry to coordinate efforts between state and local agencies. Its main duties are to review the tourism authority's strategic plan, enhance cooperation between the state and counties, and develop partnerships to address challenges at high-traffic visitor locations. The group must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the legislature before the 2027 session begins.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution requests the Hawaii Comptroller to form a working group to plan a Global War on Terror memorial on the grounds of the Hawaii State Capitol. The working group would include representatives from state agencies, military branches, veterans' organizations, architects, and families of service members. Its task is to discuss memorial design, gather community input, develop a timeline and budget, and submit final recommendations to the Legislature and Governor. The resolution acknowledges Hawaii's significant military contributions since 2001 and aims to create a dedicated space to honor those who served.

Authorizes a contract for the purchase of local produce having a value of more than $25,000 to be for a term of at least five years, under certain conditions. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1)

Maddy summaryHB 1733 increases the maximum bond amount authorized under the state's Hula Mae Multifamily Housing Program, allowing more funds to finance affordable rental housing statewide. This directly affects developers building or maintaining low-income housing projects and residents relying on these affordable units. The bill raises the funding ceiling to prevent the program from hitting current limits, ensuring continued support for housing affordability. It does not change eligibility rules but expands available capital for housing projects across the state.

Authorizes HHFDC to designate certain for-sale units as permanently affordable housing, subject to certain restrictions. Clarifies that certain resale and occupancy restrictions apply only to projects developed prior to a certain date. Amends the definition of "qualified resident" for the purposes of HHFDC housing development programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Requires the Department of Education to establish a student bus fare rate system that includes free school bus passes for students who meet certain statutory requirements. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1)

Maddy summaryHB 1896 appropriates state funds to the Department of Education to support community schools. It directly affects community schools by providing dedicated funding for their operations and programs. The bill’s key mechanism is a financial appropriation, directing specific resources to the Department of Education for this purpose, without altering existing school policies or creating new requirements.