Incorporates the new fireworks citations into the existing traffic and emergency order citation system under Chapter 291D, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Appropriates funds. (SD1)
Rep. Scot Matayoshi
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Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income derived from the: (1) sale of food; (2) sale of nonprescription drugs; and (3) manufacture, production, packaging, and sale of diapers. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to develop, publish, and periodically update information and communication technology disability access standards to be implemented by state entities. Effective 7/1/2060. (SD1)
Establishes the sustainable food systems working group within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development. Requires the working group to submit a plan, any recommendations for implementing the plan, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to establish the working group and develop the plan and for an unspecified number of sustainability specialist positions to be employed by the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development Statewide Sustainability Branch. (SD1)
Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development to establish a pilot program to develop a Waikiki adaptation and resilience plan to address climate change and sea level impacts in the Waikiki Special District. Requires reports to the Legislature. Makes an appropriation. (SD1)
Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to study and combat rapid ohia death in the State. (SD1)
Appropriates funds to the department of agriculture for the mitigation and control of the two-lined spittlebug, recovery of the rangelands and pastures damaged by the invasive pest, and research. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1)
Authorizes, and appropriates funds for, the issuance of general obligation bonds into and out of the rental housing revolving fund for low-income rental housing projects or units that are allocated low-income housing tax credits and developed for families and individuals who meet certain eligibility requirements. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)