Rep. Adrian Tam

Maddy summaryHCR 100 is a concurrent resolution requesting Hawaii state agencies to require training administrators to demonstrate competency in LGBTQ+ identities and culturally specific gender terms relevant to Hawaiʻi. It specifically lists terms like mähO (Hawaii/Tahiti), fa'afafine (Samoa), and fakaleiti (Tonga) as part of this competency. The resolution aims to improve workplace inclusion for LGBTQ+ employees by ensuring training covers culturally relevant terminology and practices. It does not create new law but asks agencies to adopt this standard for mandatory harassment and discrimination training.

Provides that violent felons that are in violation of the prohibition against owning, possessing, or controlling a firearm or ammunition are subject to a mandatory prison term. (HD1)

Authorizes the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center to transmit all expungement orders to the Judiciary to effectuate the purposes of Act 159, SLH 2023. (HD1)

Maddy summaryHCR 185 is a resolution requesting the state Auditor to conduct a social and financial assessment of a proposed mandate requiring health insurers to cover Native Hawaiian healing practices (like lomilomi massage and ho'oponopono) offered at federally qualified health centers. This follows Hawaii law (HRS §23-51) that requires such an assessment before mandating insurance coverage for specific health services. The resolution specifically references House Bill 641, which proposes expanding existing insurance mandates to include these cultural practices. The Auditor’s report must evaluate the impacts and be submitted to the Legislature before the 2026 session.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 98) urges the Hawaii Real Estate Commission to use its existing authority to offer the real estate salesperson examination in Japanese. It specifically requests this for issuing *limited licenses* to Japanese national visitors who wish to sell timeshare products in Hawaii. The resolution cites the Commission's current power under Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 467 and references Hawaii's driver's license exam language options as precedent. It does not create new law but asks the Commission to facilitate Japanese-language testing to support tourism industry goals.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution requests the State of Hawaii require trainers of mandatory workplace harassment and discrimination training to demonstrate competency in LGBTQ+ identities and culturally specific gender identities relevant to Hawaii. It specifically calls for training to include terms like "mähü" (Tahiti/Hawaii) and "fa'afafine" (Samoa), aiming to improve consistency and inclusivity in state employee training programs. The resolution is a non-binding request to the state, not an enacted law, focusing on enhancing training content rather than mandating new policies.

Maddy summaryThis non-binding House Resolution encourages the University of Hawaii to evaluate and expand its student mental health services. It specifically asks the university to hire additional mental health professionals and support staff, extend counseling hours, improve crisis response, and adopt proactive outreach initiatives. The resolution also requests the university provide periodic updates to the legislature on its progress. It does not mandate changes or allocate funding, serving only as a recommendation to address growing student mental health needs.

Maddy summaryThis Hawaii House Resolution (HR 115) expresses the state's support for Taiwan's participation in key international organizations like the World Health Organization and International Civil Aviation Organization, and encourages the U.S. to negotiate a bilateral trade agreement with Taiwan. It also commemorates Hawaii's 32-year sister-state relationship with Taiwan, highlighting shared cooperation in areas like tourism, education, and disaster aid (notably Taiwan's $500,000 contribution after the 2023 Maui wildfires). As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect but formally endorses these positions. The resolution was offered by Hawaii's House of Representatives in 2025.

Amends the definition of "child abuse or neglect" to clarify that the failure to provide certain needs to a child shall not constitute child abuse or neglect if the sole reason the person responsible for the care of the child is unable to adequately provide for the child's care is lack of financial resources; and evidence of parental request for support shall not be deemed as evidence of child abuse and neglect. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Establishes the Condominium Loan Program to provide condominium associations with low-cost financing, or refinancing for previously obtained loans, for maintenance or repair projects. Establishes the Condominium Loan Loss Reserves Program to incentivize lenders to provide loans at competitive rates and terms to condominium associations for the purpose of allowing condominium associations to make necessary maintenance or repairs. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)