Temporarily disallows the deduction for dividends paid by real estate investment trusts for a period of 15 years, but with an exception for dividends generated from trust-owned housing that is affordable to households with incomes at or below 140 per cent of the median family income. (HB1012 HD2)
Establishes disclosure and public notification requirements for outdoor application of restricted use pesticides and insecticides in various sensitive areas. (HB790 HD3)
Amends the county distribution of revenues collected from the transient accommodations tax. (HB830 HD1)
Provides an additional incentive option under the Department of Education's teacher national board certification incentive program for teachers who teach in their area of certification for at least two years at a Department school.
Creates the Condominium Dispute Resolution Commission to address disputes between a condominium owner and condominium association. Establishes a Commission Ombudsman. Allows the Commission to assess fees to pay for the Commission Ombudsman.
Appropriates funds as a grant-in-aid to the Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney to maintain and expand the weed and seed strategy, which is a collaborative effort to reclaim, restore, and rebuild communities. (HB653 HD1)
Requires the Department of Education to authorize private flight schools that: (1) are physically present in the State; (2) are certified by the Federal Aviation Administration; (3) offer flight instructor certificates; (4) request authorization; and (5) meet other requirements established by the rules of the Department. (HB190 HD3)
Establishes within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism the Maritime Industry Grant Program to enhance maritime productivity and workforce development. Takes effect 1/7/2059. (SD1)
Gives standing to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate in judicial proceedings challenging the duties or authority of the legislature.
Clarifies that the AG shall not represent the legislature and individual legislators acting in their official capacity. Requires the respective house to provide legal representation for any member who is sued in the member's official capacity unless the member declines such representation.
