Rep. Elijah Pierick

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Attorney General and State Auditor in Hawaii to conduct a comprehensive audit of nonprofit organizations that receive state funding for homelessness-related services. The audit will examine financial records, performance outcomes, and compliance with state laws, focusing first on organizations in Honolulu before expanding statewide. Key areas of review include how public funds are spent, executive compensation relative to program costs, housing placement success rates, and the accuracy of reported service data. The resolution aims to ensure transparency and fiscal responsibility in the use of taxpayer money for homelessness assistance programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to study how to help more people living in Hawaii work remotely for companies based outside the state. The study would examine ways to make it easier for out-of-state employers to hire Hawaii residents by clarifying tax rules, simplifying registration requirements, and ensuring worker protections are maintained. The department must also consider policies that prioritize opportunities for long-term Hawaii residents and submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature by early 2027. This is a non-binding resolution that directs an evaluation rather than creating immediate new laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an investigating committee to examine the Kauhale Initiative and related housing projects created under emergency proclamations to address homelessness in Hawaii. The committee will review the management and performance of these projects, including financial records, procurement processes, contractor qualifications, and health and safety concerns. It is designed to follow up on an ongoing state audit that has been delayed due to missing documents and to ensure accountability for the millions of dollars in state funds allocated to these initiatives. The committee may continue operating during the legislative interim if the audit reveals mismanagement or fails to adequately address performance questions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a state-level resolution that urges the U.S. Congress to propose a constitutional amendment allowing states to restrict the purchase of residential real estate to their own residents. It directly affects Hawaii by seeking federal action to address the state's housing affordability crisis, which the bill attributes in part to out-of-state buyers purchasing homes for investment or vacation use. The key mechanism is a request for a constitutional change to the Privileges and Immunities Clause, which currently prevents states from limiting property ownership based on residency. If adopted, this amendment would enable states to pass laws reserving home purchases for local residents, though the bill itself does not enact any restrictions directly.

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks state officials in Hawaii to use the terms "Judea" and "Samaria" instead of "West Bank" when referring to that territory in official communications. It does not change any laws or affect foreign policy, as it explicitly states the legislature is not establishing American foreign policy or determining final status issues. The measure requests that copies of the resolution be sent to the U.S. Secretary of State, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, and several Hawaii state officials. It is a symbolic gesture aimed at using terminology the sponsors believe is historically accurate rather than a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill urges the Governor of Hawaii to reconsider the decision not to allow the state to participate in the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit Program. The program would provide federal tax credits of up to $1,700 for donations to scholarship organizations, which could then be used to fund scholarships for K-12 students from low- and middle-income households. By opting in, Hawaii would enable families to use these funds for private school tuition, tutoring, and other educational support services without reducing public school funding. The resolution requests that the state designate local scholarship organizations to receive donations, thereby expanding educational options for Hawaii students.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that asks state and city officials to acknowledge that mental health facilities, sober homes, and homeless shelters are unevenly distributed across Oahu, with too many concentrated along the Waianae coast. It requests that Partners in Care Oahu consult with community stakeholders on issues such as facility proximity to schools and parks, transparency, insurance, law enforcement resources, oversight, and community engagement. The resolution formally notifies various government leaders and officials about these concerns but does not create new laws or mandate specific actions.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution urges Hawaii's county governments to eliminate real property taxes. It asks counties to study how to replace this revenue with other funding sources while maintaining essential services like public safety and infrastructure. The resolution highlights concerns about rising property costs affecting homeowners, renters, and elderly residents, but does not mandate any specific tax changes. Copies of this non-binding recommendation are sent to county mayors and council chairs for their consideration.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally declares the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution and the Hawaii State Constitution over sharia law within Hawaii's legal system. It explicitly rejects the recognition, use, or enforcement of sharia law in Hawaii's courts or government operations. The resolution cites concerns about conflicts between sharia principles and American values regarding women's rights, religious tolerance, and individual freedoms. It directs copies of the resolution to the Governor and Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court to ensure official acknowledgment of this stance.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that asks state and local leaders to acknowledge and fix the uneven distribution of mental health facilities, sober homes, homeless shelters, and supportive living homes across Oahu. It specifically highlights the concentration of these services along the Waianae coast and urges officials to consider factors like proximity to schools, transparency, insurance, and community input when planning future placements. The resolution directs government agencies and community partners to consult on these issues but does not mandate any specific policy changes or funding.