Rep. Darius Kila

Maddy summaryHCR 30 is a concurrent resolution requesting county police departments to increase enforcement against out-of-state vehicles operating without proper Hawaii registration. It addresses vehicles that avoid paying road maintenance costs and potentially lack required insurance or safety compliance. The resolution does not create new law but asks police to enforce existing rules requiring out-of-state vehicles to register with the county or obtain a valid permit. It follows a reported 30% decline in out-of-state permits issued in Honolulu over four years. The request applies to all counties and aims to ensure all road users comply with registration requirements.

Maddy summaryHCR 24 is a resolution requesting the state Auditor to conduct a study evaluating whether condominium association managers should be required to obtain certification. This study, called a "sunrise analysis," will examine a proposed bill (H.B. 1312) that aimed to mandate certification for these managers under a new regulatory framework. The Auditor must submit findings and recommendations - including potential legislation - to the Legislature by a specific deadline. The resolution itself does not impose new rules but seeks to inform future decisions about regulating condominium management practices.

Amends the capital gains tax rate for individuals, estates, and trusts. Amends the alternative capital gains tax for corporations. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Maddy summaryHCR 145 is a resolution urging Hawaii's Department of Education and Department of Health to collaborate on creating a strategic plan for the state's potential participation in the CDC's national autism prevalence surveillance program. It directs these agencies to identify necessary resources, train staff, and establish data-sharing agreements to prepare for seeking federal funding under the Autism CARES Act. The resolution specifically aims to help Hawaii gather accurate autism data for its communities - particularly Native Hawaiian and Asian populations where prevalence is higher - supporting better service planning. Agencies must submit a progress report to the legislature by January 2026. This is a preparatory step, not a funding measure, focused on building infrastructure for future CDC collaboration.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution requests collaboration between Hawaii's Department of Transportation, Department of Education, and Maui County Department of Public Works to address traffic and safety concerns at Haiku Elementary School. It directs these agencies to assess current traffic patterns, explore infrastructure improvements like signage and crosswalks, and develop solutions for school drop-off/pick-up congestion. The resolution requires them to consult with parents and community members and submit a report with recommendations to the Legislature by early 2026. It does not create new laws but formally asks these agencies to work together on a specific local issue.

Maddy summaryHCR 186 is a concurrent resolution requesting Hawaii's Department of Education, with the Department of Health and State Public Charter School Commission, to study how public and charter schools manage heat exposure during outdoor student activities. It directs the study to assess current practices, evaluate using wet-bulb globe temperature measurements (a standard for measuring heat stress), and develop guidelines if current methods are insufficient. The guidelines would cover hydration protocols, staff training for heat illness symptoms, accommodations for students with medical conditions, and acclimatization plans for outdoor activities like sports, recess, and marching band. The study must be completed and submitted to the Legislature by January 2026, with any proposed plan due by January 2027.

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 summaryHCR 45 is a non-binding resolution urging Hawaii's Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to support transferring its regulatory authority over motor carriers (like commercial trucks and buses) to the Department of Transportation (DOT). Currently, the PUC regulates approximately 1,741 motor carrier entities, while the DOT already handles enforcement under Act 117 (2024). The resolution requests the PUC advocate for full regulatory transfer to the DOT to streamline oversight, improve road safety, and align with DOT’s existing transportation expertise. This would require future legislation but is not an immediate policy change.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 179) requests the Hawaii Department of Education, working with the Department of Health and State Public Charter School Commission, to study how schools manage heat exposure during outdoor activities to protect student health. The study must examine current practices, assess using wet-bulb globe temperature as a heat stress measurement standard, and determine if existing protocols are sufficient. If gaps are found, the study would develop guidelines for all public and charter schools covering activities like sports, recess, and band practice, including hydration protocols, staff training for heat illness, and special considerations for students with medical conditions. The resolution requires the study and any proposed guidelines to be submitted to the Legislature by early 2026. This is a procedural request for research, not an immediate policy change.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 117) requests the U.S. Department of Defense, Army, Navy, and Hawaii’s Department of Transportation to coordinate with state and county agencies to prepare Kolekole Pass as an expanded emergency evacuation route for Westside Oahu residents. It directly affects communities on Oahu’s Westside, which face limited evacuation options due to reliance on Farrington Highway and vulnerability to gridlocks during disasters like the Maui fires. The resolution calls for planning infrastructure upgrades, establishing protocols, and coordinating federal, state, and county efforts to enable civilian use of Kolekole Pass during emergencies. As a non-binding request, it focuses on facilitating interagency collaboration rather than mandating specific actions.