Sen. Lorraine Inouye

Primary SB 420

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Allows newly graduated high school students to be eligible for workers' compensation coverage during the summer following their high school graduation while participating in Department of Education-sponsored work-based learning programs. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

EducationSupports EducationExtends workers' compensation coverage to students in DOE-sponsored work-based learning programs, enhancing program accessibility and safety for recent graduates.90% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExtends workers' compensation coverage to recent graduates in DOE work-based programs, enhancing workplace injury protections for a new group.90% confidence

In committee Feb 12, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 4

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE ROYAL MAUSOLEUM.

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to transfer the stewardship of the Royal Mausoleum, Mauna Ala, to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

In committee Feb 11, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 557

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO HEALTH.

Requires Huli Au Ola to conduct a study on physician and dentist recruitment and retention to serve the island of Molokai. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1)

HealthcareSupports HealthcareAppropriates funds for a study on physician/dentist retention to improve healthcare access on Molokai, directly supporting workforce stability in healthcare services.90% confidence

In committee Feb 11, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 12

Failed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO NEONICOTINOIDS.

Classifies neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides and establishes a list of chemicals that shall belong to the neonicotinoid class of chemicals. Prohibits the sale or use of seeds coated or treated with neonicotinoid pesticides. Requires the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules that identify and regulate the most harmful neonicotinoid pesticide formulations and develop guidelines for safer alternatives.

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentClassifies neonicotinoids as restricted use pesticides, prohibits treated seeds, and mandates safer alternatives to protect pollinators and reduce environmental harm from pesticides.92% confidence

Failed Feb 10, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 474

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS.

Requires clinical psychologists employed by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to obtain licensure within five years from the date of employment. Sunsets on 7/1/2030. Effective 7/1/2077. (SD1)

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires licensed psychologists in Corrections, enhancing rehabilitation quality and aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence

In committee Feb 7, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1253

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.

Clarifies that the prohibition against board and commission holdover members from holding office beyond the end of the second regular legislative session following the expiration of the member's term of office takes precedence over any conflicting statutes.

In committee Feb 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 8

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO JURY DUTY.

Beginning 1/1/2027, allows an advanced practice registered nurse to claim exemption from service as a juror. Effective 12/31/2050. Sunsets 1/1/2032. (SD1)

HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts Advanced Practice Registered Nurses from jury duty, supporting healthcare workforce availability by reducing disruption to patient care services.80% confidence

In committee Feb 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 839

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense.

In committee Feb 5, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 993

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO GEOTHERMAL ENERGY EXPLORATION.

Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to conduct a statewide environmental assessment for, and subsequently administer, a Geothermal Resources Characterization Program under the direction of the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center at the University of Hawaii. Appropriates funds.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for geothermal program, directly allocating state budget resources per subjects listing and summary.95% confidence EnergySupports EnergyBill appropriates funds to establish a Geothermal Resources Characterization Program, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure development per its title and subjects.95% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds geothermal program promoting clean energy development with environmental assessment, aligning with renewable resource protection and reduced emissions.95% confidence

In committee Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 722

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO PROPERTY FORFEITURE.

Restricts civil asset forfeiture to cases involving the commission of a felony offense where the property owner has been convicted of an underlying felony offense. Directs forfeiture proceeds to the general fund. Amends the allowable expenses for moneys in the Criminal Forfeiture Fund. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules necessary to carry out the purpose of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Amends the deadline for the Attorney General to report to the Legislature on the use of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Limits the transfer of certain forfeiture property to federal agencies. Establishes records requirements.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts civil forfeiture to felony convictions, protecting property rights and advancing criminal justice reform by limiting broad asset seizure powers.95% confidence

In committee Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track