Sen. Karl Rhoads

Primary SCR 38

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA JOHN A. BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TO PRIORITIZE EFFORTS TO STRENGTHEN HAWAII'S REPRODUCTIVE CARE WORKFORCE, PARTICULARLY FOR RURAL AND REMOTE AREAS OF THE STATE.

In committee Mar 9, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 176

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO TAXATION.

Authorizes a county with a pre-existing surcharge to continue the surcharge after December 31, 2030 at a lower rate of one-fourth per cent. Authorizes counties that have not adopted a surcharge ordinance on state tax to adopt a surcharge ordinance at the current rate of one-half of one per cent through December 31, 2030 and at a rate of one-fourth of one per cent after December 31, 2030. Expands the authorized use of surcharge revenues to more than capital costs for counties with a population greater than five hundred thousand.

In committee Mar 2, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 922

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT REFORM.

Requires a law enforcement officer who observes criminal misconduct by another law enforcement officer to report the criminal misconduct. Requires passage of a psychological screening test battery to qualify for appointment as a law enforcement officer. Subjects a law enforcement officer to denial, suspension, or revocation of a law enforcement officer's certification for failure to report observed criminal misconduct or committing an act of criminal misconduct. Prohibits the use of a chokehold by a law enforcement officer unless the use of deadly force is justifiable. Defines chokehold.

In committee Mar 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 15

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO VESSELS.

Authorizes the Director of Transportation to adopt rules that regulate and limit noise from vessels at harbors, ports, roadsteads, docks, wharves, piers, quays, bulkheads, and landings of the State. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)

In committee Mar 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 773

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO WATER POLLUTION.

Requires a landowner in possession of 10,000 or more acres to be liable for damages and fines arising from runoff originating on the land and entering into state waters or onto state lands. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules as necessary for the purposes of this provision.

In committee Feb 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 142

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE MORTGAGE INTEREST DEDUCTION.

Eliminates the mortgage interest deduction for second homes under Hawaii income tax law. Requires the Department of Taxation to calculate the savings and report the revenue gained to the Director of Finance by September 1 of each year.

In committee Feb 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 349

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.

Specifies that the nominated members of certain boards and commission are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate Standing Committee on Government Operations. Effective 7/1/2112. (SD1)

In committee Feb 24, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 341

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.

Inserts unspecified amounts for minimum required liability coverage for accidental harm and destruction of property for motor vehicle insurance policies in the State. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)

In committee Feb 23, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 342

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO PAID SICK LEAVE.

Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to conduct a study on paid sick leave. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds for the study. Effective 1/1/2050. (SD1)

In committee Feb 17, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 508

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.

Requires the Clean Water Branch to perform water quality testing during brown water advisories and post informational signs to explain health risks associated with water runoff during brown water advisories. Requires the Department of Health to prioritize environmental justice issues when making certain assessments and determinations. Appropriates funds for the establishment of positions within the Department of Health. (SD1)

In committee Feb 17, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track