Rep. Cory Chun

Maddy summaryHCR 34 is a Hawaii state resolution urging Congress to call a constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. It specifically requests a convention limited to proposing amendments that impose fiscal restraints on federal spending, reduce federal power and jurisdiction, and establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution explicitly states the convention must not consider changes to the Bill of Rights and includes detailed procedural requirements for how Congress should handle such a request. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new law but formally expresses Hawaii’s position to Congress. This is a procedural request, not a legislative action affecting residents or federal policy directly.

Maddy summaryHCR 32 is a concurrent resolution requesting the University of Hawaii to study whether nuclear energy development would be viable in the state. The study would examine costs, safety, and practicality of nuclear power as a potential solution to Hawaii's high electricity rates (over 100% above national average) and heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels (80%+ of energy). The University must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature, federal officials, and local mayors by 2027. This resolution does not approve any nuclear construction or waste disposal, as explicitly stated in the bill. It is a procedural request for analysis, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 31) requests the University of Hawaii to study whether nuclear energy development is viable in the state. It directly affects Hawaii residents by addressing the state's high electricity rates (over 100% above the national average) and heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels for 80% of energy. The study must examine nuclear energy's cost, safety, and utility, including potential impacts on Hawaii's environment and communities. The University must submit findings and recommendations to the Legislature and relevant officials by 2027. This resolution does not approve nuclear power plants or waste disposal - it only asks for a study.

Raises the minimum age to enter into marriage from sixteen to eighteen years of age. Repeals the authority of parents and the family court to consent to a minor's marriage. Repeals spousal cohabitation after the parties attain legal age as an exception for an annulment based on nonage. Repeals exemptions for sexual assault of a minor if the perpetrator is married to the minor. Makes conforming amendments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Establishes a school capital improvement project modernization initiative in the School Facilities Authority to create a planning database for school facilities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to students enrolled in a public school who meet certain requirements. Reduces the amount the Department of Education is authorized to charge for school meals to all students enrolled in department schools to no more than an unspecified portion of the cost of preparing the meals. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Requires the Board of Education to adopt a policy that bans the use of phones and related devices by students during school hours. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Maddy summaryHB 880 appropriates state funds to create new staff positions within the Early Childhood Services Unit. This bill directly affects the state agency responsible for early childhood programs, enabling it to expand its capacity. The key provision is the allocation of dedicated funding for these new roles, effective July 1, 3000 (note: likely a typo for 2030). The bill does not alter eligibility or services for families but focuses on building internal staffing resources. The committee recently recommended passing it with amendments.

Establishes an alternative pathway to licensure for certified public accountant license applicants by permitting applicants to demonstrate completion of an additional twelve months of professional experience in the practice of public accountancy or completion of no less than an additional thirty semester hours of study. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Establishes strict liability for crimes against elders with respect to the attendant circumstance that the victim was sixty years of age or older. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)