Rep. Julie Reyes Oda

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution urges Hawaii's Department of Education and Honolulu Police Department to establish Junior Police Officer programs in all Oahu schools through existing school-police partnerships. It recommends expanding current models like the L.E.E.P. program and D.A.R.E., which provide students with leadership opportunities, safety training, and mentorship. The resolution does not create new laws but asks the departments to develop these programs to give every Oahu student access to such initiatives. It specifically targets schools on Oahu, not statewide. The resolution is a non-binding recommendation, directing the departments to implement these programs through existing partnership frameworks.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 47) requests the City and County of Honolulu to construct a new swimming pool complex in the Forty-First House District on Oahu's west side. It specifically asks for an Olympic-sized pool, a jetted hot tub, a dedicated children's pool, and funding/approval from the Honolulu City Council and Mayor. The resolution does not mandate construction but formally asks the city to prioritize this project to serve the local community's recreation and public health needs. It directly affects Honolulu's city government and residents in the specified district.

Maddy summaryHCR 49 is a non-binding resolution urging the City and County of Honolulu to adopt new measures to address illegal dumping in Ewa Beach. It recommends increasing disposal site access in high-incident areas, implementing weekly bulk item pickup (instead of appointment-only service), and testing pilot programs with measurable metrics. The resolution cites successful models from cities like Sacramento, Houston, and Milwaukee as examples for Honolulu to consider. It does not create new laws but formally asks the city government to take specific action.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 45) urges the City and County of Honolulu to address illegal dumping in Ewa Beach through specific, non-binding recommendations. It calls for adopting innovative programs like increasing disposal site access in high-dumping areas, offering weekly bulk item pickup (instead of appointment-only services), and testing pilot programs with measurable metrics. The resolution references successful models from cities like Sacramento, Houston, and Milwaukee as potential solutions. It directly affects Honolulu officials, including the Mayor, City Council, and Environmental Services Department, by requesting concrete actions to tackle this community health and environmental issue. The resolution does not create new law but seeks to influence local policy implementation.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 16) urges the Hawaii Department of Education and Honolulu Police Department to expand existing school-police partnership programs, specifically "Junior Police Officer" initiatives, to all Oahu schools. It does not create new laws but recommends establishing these programs through current partnerships, building on existing efforts like D.A.R.E. and L.E.E.P. that already provide students with mentorship, leadership roles, and safety training. The resolution applies only to Oahu schools and focuses on making these programs accessible to all students regardless of school or grade level. As a non-binding resolution, it directs the departments to consider this expansion but does not mandate it.

Maddy summaryHR 85 is a non-binding House Resolution urging the State of Hawaii and City and County of Honolulu to collaborate on developing a world-class sports complex in West Oahu. It proposes a 200-400 acre facility featuring a 65,000-seat stadium, multiple sports fields (football, soccer, baseball), indoor arenas for various sports, and a Pacific Culture Center for cultural exchange. The resolution requests the Governor and Mayor study feasibility by 2026 and identify specific locations like Kunia or Kapolei, but does not create new laws, funding, or mandate action.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House Resolution (not a bill), designating Hawaii as a "Purple Heart State" to honor military members who received the Purple Heart medal. It recognizes recipients of the Purple Heart - awarded for combat wounds, death in action, or prisoner-of-war status - and affirms Hawaii's support for veterans. The resolution has no legal effect or new policy changes; it merely expresses the state's appreciation through this designation. Certified copies will be sent to the Governor and Veterans' Services, but it does not alter benefits or create new obligations.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 15) urges Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources and the City and County of Honolulu to implement "green fire breaks" in West Oahu. Green fire breaks use native, fire-resistant vegetation with higher moisture content to slow wildfire spread, replacing traditional fire breaks. The resolution specifically targets West Oahu's high wildfire risk area, citing dry weather, urban development, steep slopes, and invasive non-native plants as key concerns. It is a non-binding resolution requiring consultation with the State Fire Council but does not create new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution urges the Legislative Reference Bureau to study the economic, social, and fiscal impact of the September 2024 Kapiolani Medical Center nurses' strike and 22-day lockout on the state. It specifically requests analysis of costs to taxpayers, patient safety, and expenses from using more expensive traveling nurses during the staffing shortage. The resolution requires the bureau to report findings to the Legislature by January 2026. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws but seeks factual analysis of an existing event.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 76) urges the University of Hawaii to conduct a geological survey and geotechnical study of the Ewa Plain in Honouliuli. It addresses concerns about land instability caused by limestone dissolution, which has led to sinkholes, cracked sidewalks (like along Kualakai Parkway), sinking road sections, and recurring holes in parks and neighborhoods. The study aims to provide data for safely planning future infrastructure and construction in the area. As a non-binding resolution, it does not require the university to act but requests the study to inform local officials, planners, and residents.