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D Hawaii Senate · District 13

Sen. Karl Rhoads

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Total votes
16,196
all sessions
Attendance
100%
6 missed
Near the chamber average
With party
99%
of cast votes
Near the chamber average
Bipartisan score
0%
crosses aisle rarely
Near the chamber average
Sponsored
5,002
bills & resolutions
Higher than 84% of chamber peers
Committees
3
assignments
5,002 bills and resolutions

Sponsored bills

Total
5,002
Primary
4,998
Co-sponsor
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Primary SB 1
Signed into law · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.

Allows licensed physician assistants to perform certain abortions. Repeals the requirement that abortions be performed at certain locations. Clarifies that the State shall not deny or interfere with a pregnant person's right to choose to (1) obtain an abortion or (2) if necessary to protect the life or health of the patient terminate the pregnancy. Defines "abortion" and "nonviable fetus". Prohibits a covered entity from disclosing information relating to reproductive health care services. Prohibits the issuance of a subpoena in connection with an out-of-state or interstate proceeding relating to reproductive health care services legally performed in the State. Prohibits agencies from providing information or expending resources in the furtherance of out-of-state or interstate investigations or proceedings relating to reproductive health care services. Prohibits the State from taking adverse action based on pregnancy outcomes or for aiding or assisting a pregnant individual with accessing reproductive health care services. Requires the Governor to deny any demand for surrender of a person charged with a crime involving reproductive health care services unless the conduct constitutes a crime in the State or is made under Article IV, section 2, of the U.S. Constitution. Enumerates laws contrary to public policy and prohibits their application. Prohibits the issuance of a summons for persons to testify in another state with regard to lawful reproductive health care services. Clarifies under various licensing statutes that the provision or assistance in receipt or provision of certain services related to the human reproductive system cannot form a basis for disciplinary action. Prohibits the enforcement of a judgment or order arising from a foreign penal civil action or other penal law with respect to reproductive health care services. Amends the definition of "medical care and services" so that a minor may...(see document for full description) (SD2)

Signed into law Mar 23, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 1179
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE.

Prohibits foreign entities and foreign-influenced business entities from making contributions, expenditures, electioneering communications, or donations for election purposes. Requires every business entity that contributes or expends funds in a state election to file a statement of certification regarding its limited foreign influence. Requires noncandidate committees making only independent expenditures to obtain a statement of certification from each top contributor required to be listed in an advertisement. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)

Passed Mar 22, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 1478
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO OFFENSIVE CYBERSECURITY.

Establishes an offensive cybersecurity program within the office of enterprise technology services to analyze and evaluate cybersecurity threats and increase cybersecurity awareness and education. Establishes a goal for all state and county agencies to identify and address vulnerabilities having a benchmark score exceeding 3.9 on the common vulnerability scoring system by 1/1/2026. Makes appropriations and authorizes the establishment of positions. Requires reports. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)

Passed Mar 22, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 113
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO THE LABELING OF PRODUCTS.

Clarifies that calculations to determine whether a non-perishable good labeled "Hawaii Made" has met the requirement that at least 51% of the wholesale value of the product is added by production within the State include operating and overhead expenses incurred and spent within the State. Appropriates funds to promote and develop the "Made in Hawaii" brand. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)

Passed Mar 22, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 1078
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO ELECTRONIC CITATIONS.

Establishes a statewide electronic citation program within the Judiciary. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD1)

Passed Mar 21, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 154
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Requires the Department of Education to develop and implement a School Meal Subsidy Program to provide school lunch subsidies to children whose families do not otherwise qualify for free lunch under the federal Free and Reduced Price Lunch Program, subject to income eligibility. Appropriates funds. Effective 3/30/3000. (HD1)

Passed Mar 21, 2023 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 340
Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor
RELATING TO HOUSING.

Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority for the rehabilitation, remodeling, renovation, and repair of housing units without regard to civil service law. Effective 6/30/3000. (HD1)

Passed Mar 21, 2023 0 co-sponsors
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