Requires that a percentage of the Hawaii tourism authority's budget be transferred to the department of land and natural resources and the counties if the number of visitor arrivals in the State exceeds nine million, or if the number of visitor arrivals in any county exceeds 6.5 million. Requires the Hawaii tourism authority to submit an action report to the legislature. (SD1)
Sponsored bills
Makes an appropriation to the department of accounting and general services to conduct a study relating to the rehabilitation and renovation of the state capitol reflecting pool.
Clarifies what pedestrians are required to do when in a crosswalk while a countdown timer is operating. (SD1)
Changes the earned income tax credit from a nonrefundable tax credit to a refundable tax credit.
Expands the definition of "aftermarket motorcycle frame" to include a frame that was built as a hobby and retrofitted with certain features to be in compliance with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Requires a county director of finance to register a motorcycle with an aftermarket motorcycle frame that meets all registration requirements.
Changes the penalty for nonreporting of child abuse or neglect from a petty misdemeanor to a class C felony.
Authorizes the Department of Human Services to contract the services of a dedicated capture manager responsible for securing grant and other funding opportunities for the Department of Human Services. Makes an appropriation. Repeals on 6/30/2020.
Provides an income tax credit of thirty-five per cent of the actual cost, up to $1,500,000, for each ocean thermal energy conversion facility constructed for the purpose of research and development. Applies to taxable years after December 31, 2017. (SD1)
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds for design, plans, material, construction, and equipment for an extension of the Lahaina bypass road from north Keawe street to beyond Pu‘ukoli‘i road.
Prohibits the Hawaii emergency management agency from issuing any alert or warning related to military matters without receiving prior approval for such an alert or warning from the United States Pacific Command.