Sen. Laura Acasio

Primary SB 2658

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO FUND A GRANT TO THE BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS, FUTURE PLANNING, AND GROUND WATER REMEDIATION.

Makes an emergency appropriation to the City and County of Honolulu Board of Water Supply for emergency operations, future planning, and remediation resulting from the contamination of the Southern Oahu Basal Aquifer; provided that the Department of Health seeks to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the United States Navy to reimburse the full amount of the appropriation. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 3364

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO COASTAL LANDS.

Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to conduct a five-year study on the coastal lands in the State that are affected by impending sea level rise. Appropriates funds for the study. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2950

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL INSPECTION FEES.

Increases the inspection fee for imported freight from seventy-five cents per thousand pounds to five cents per pound. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2543

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS.

Requires the Department of Education to conduct a feasibility study regarding the transition to zero-emission transportation in Hawaii's public schools by 2030. Requires a report to the Legislature. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2954

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.

Provides an exemption from the GET, beginning January 1, 2023, for the sale of feminine hygiene products in the State. Effective 1/1/2023. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2653

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT.

Establishes a task force to investigate the environmental, infrastructure, public health, and economic consequences of the Red Hill water crisis and include a recommendation plan that also considers water rationing. Appropriates funds. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 1281

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Co-sponsor

RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.

Requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to release to beneficiaries of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, monthly reports that contain certain information on leases and fiscal matters. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 2959

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.

Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii for the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources to establish one full-time agriculture education coordinator position.

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2561

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO A SEX TRAFFICKING EMERGENCY SHELTER.

Authorizes the Department of Human Services to establish or contract with a victim service provider to operate an emergency shelter for sex trafficking victims. Provides for general excise tax and fee exemptions. Appropriates funds. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 2803

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.

Requires all state, county, and private bus operators to upgrade to zero emission buses by 2045. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1)

In committee Feb 18, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track