Rep. Amy Perruso

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Hawaii Department of Taxation to conduct a comprehensive analysis of how corporations report their income, with a specific focus on foreign subsidiary structures. The analysis will examine different reporting methods, estimate tax revenue from companies with foreign subsidiaries, and compare Hawaii's current system with alternative approaches used by other states. The Department of Taxation must submit its findings to the Legislature by the end of 2026, providing data to help inform future fiscal planning without making any immediate policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill urges the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to submit an annual Hawaii Genuine Progress Indicator (HI GPI) report to the state Legislature starting in 2027. The report must be delivered no later than thirty days before each regular legislative session and will provide a holistic assessment of the state's economic, social, and environmental well-being beyond traditional GDP metrics. The resolution specifies that the report should include an executive summary, detailed indicator results across economic, social, and environmental categories, methodology explanations, policy implications, and supporting data appendices. Additionally, the department is asked to make the report available online and send copies to relevant legislative committee chairs. This requirement aims to enhance legislative oversight and inform policy decisions with broader measures of societal progress.

Maddy summaryHCR 8 is a concurrent resolution urging Hawaiian counties to approve building permits for home safety modifications within 45 days of receiving a complete application. It specifically targets modifications (like ramps or grab bars) recommended by a healthcare provider for older adults (62+) or people with disabilities, when the county deems them essential for safety or health. The resolution does not create new law but seeks to reduce delays that contribute to fall risks and hospitalizations, emphasizing counties must act on complete applications within the 45-day timeframe.

Maddy summaryHCR 6 is a Hawaii legislative resolution affirming that hospitals must provide life-saving emergency care - including abortion services when medically necessary - to stabilize pregnant patients under the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA). It addresses confusion caused by recent shifts in federal guidance about EMTALA's requirements, particularly following the 2025 rescission of federal affirmations supporting emergency abortion care. The resolution urges all Hawaii hospitals, including religiously affiliated ones, to uphold EMTALA's standards without delay or denial of care. It does not create new law but reinforces Hawaii's commitment to ensuring pregnant patients receive timely emergency treatment as required by federal statute.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that asks health maintenance organizations in Hawaii to follow state laws requiring them to pay medical claims on time. It highlights that current enforcement of these payment rules is weak and often only happens after complaints are filed. The resolution directs state agencies to ensure HMOs comply with the Clean Claims Statute, which mandates payment within thirty days for paper claims or fifteen days for electronic submissions. The measure aims to protect healthcare providers from financial strain and ensure patients in rural and underserved areas maintain access to care.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution formally recognizes 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists in Hawaii, aligning with a United Nations designation. The measure highlights the ecological, economic, and cultural importance of Hawaii's rangelands, which cover over one million acres and support ranchers who contribute more than $50 million annually to the state economy. It encourages state agencies, the University of Hawaii, and local organizations to promote education and research on rangeland management while recommending policies that conserve these lands and protect ranchers' livelihoods. The resolution is transmitted to key state and local officials, including the Governor, Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, University of Hawaii President, and county mayors.

Maddy summaryThis bill requests the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions to create a coordinated support system for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries facing homelessness or extremely low income. The key provisions require these agencies to assess the number of affected individuals, identify gaps in housing assistance, and evaluate options like transitional housing models on Department lands. Additionally, the agencies must explore funding sources, partner with nonprofit providers, and develop pilot program structures that comply with the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. The resolution mandates that a report on these efforts be submitted to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2027 Regular Session begins.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution requests the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission to conduct an independent analysis of energy options that would reduce costs and financial risks for residents while meeting the state's 2045 renewable energy goal. The resolution directs the commission to evaluate various strategies, including renewable energy and long-duration battery storage, rather than relying on imported fuels like natural gas. It requires the commission to engage external experts to produce two separate objective analyses that consider cost impacts through 2055 and account for savings beyond the 2045 deadline. This measure aims to ensure a thorough comparison of energy pathways before decisions are made that could lock in billions of dollars in costs or savings for Hawaii.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a joint legislative working group in Hawaii to study and recommend a statewide mattress stewardship program. The group will include representatives from government agencies, local counties, mattress manufacturers, recyclers, retailers, environmental nonprofits, and consumer advocates. Its task is to evaluate how to manage discarded mattresses and box springs to reduce landfill waste, illegal dumping, and fire risks by designing collection, recycling, and funding systems. The working group must submit its findings and any proposed legislation to the Legislature by March 2027. This resolution does not create the program itself but sets up a planning process to develop one.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution asks Hawaii's Public Utilities Commission to provide a written update on how it is implementing the Hawaii Electric Reliability Administrator, a role established by state law to oversee electric system reliability and interconnection processes. The resolution requests specific information on which functions have been implemented, reasons for any delays, and a timeline for full implementation, with the report due before the 2027 legislative session. It directs the Commission to submit this information to the Legislature and relevant state officials, focusing on ensuring the reliability administrator fulfills its statutory duties regarding renewable energy interconnection and grid standards.