Amends the definition of eligible project loan to include rent-to-own housing. Requires HHFDC to implement the Homebuyer's Club and Rent-to-own Housing Programs. Authorizes the issuance of revenue bonds to finance HHFDC programs.
Appropriates moneys to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for a study to be conducted in cooperation with the United States Army Corps of Engineers on the merits of acquiring Lake Wilson dam and spillway to upgrade the dam and develop pumped-storage hydroelectricity. Requires federal matching funds.
Appropriates funds for the employment of lifeguards and for necessary equipment to be used by state lifeguards in their work at Kua Bay, Kekaha Kai State Park in North Kona on the island of Hawaii. Effective March 15, 2099. (SD1)
Appropriates moneys for the Hawaii tourism authority, working in conjunction with the Hawaii lodging and tourism association for projects to address homelessness in tourist and resort areas. (HB375 CD1)
Allows DAGS to establish a recycling pilot program to reasonably provide and maintain onsite collection methods at buildings and facilities it manages, maintains, or services for the collection of recyclable materials. Appropriates funds. (HB523 CD1)
Requires the Auditor to conduct an audit of the Special Land and Development Fund and Land Conservation Fund of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Appropriates funds. (HB839 CD1)
Establishes the University of Hawaii (UH) Green Special Fund to support energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability projects and services, and planning, design, and implementation of sustainability projects for UH's benefit. Requires UH to submit an annual report to the Legislature. (HB794 CD1)
Authorizes the counties, through their employees or authorized agents, to enter private property to control or eradicate invasive species and pests. (HB606 CD1)
Requires all child care providers to obtain and maintain liability insurance as a condition of licensure, temporary permission, or registration and disclosure of insurance-related information to certain parents or guardians. Requires the Department of Human Services to submit a report to the Legislature prior to the 2018 Regular Session. (HB674 CD1)
Clarifies that aboveground freshwater storage tanks are included in the definition of "appurtenant works" for the purpose of authorizing the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds to assist dam and reservoir owners. (HB633 CD1)
