Sen. Karl Rhoads

Primary SB 217

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO VISION ZERO.

Requires DOT to implement a vision zero program in Hawaii by July 1, 2018.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 19

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE HEALTH IMPACTS OF PESTICIDES.

Requires the department of agriculture to establish a mandatory disclosure program for pesticide use by all persons or entities under certain circumstances. Defines the term "crops" as used in chapter 149A, HRS. Increases the pesticide use revolving fund balance ceiling to $500,000.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1247

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

Makes an appropriation, subject to the availability of matching funds, to UH to conduct any studies necessary to ascertain the feasibility and benefits of establishing a small satellite launch and processing facility in the State, as well as to conduct any related public outreach programs.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 320

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION.

Requires DNA samples from a felony offender regardless of whether the offender completed a criminal sentence, or was otherwise discharged from the jurisdiction of the court, for the qualifying felony offense prior to July 1, 2017, and retroactively to July 1, 2005. Takes effect on 1/7/2059. (SD2)

Passed Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 817

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES.

Requires, in places of public accommodation, a ratio of one electric vehicle parking stall per 100 stalls by 2018 and a ratio of two electric vehicle parking stalls per 100 stalls by the year 2023. Designates the appropriate county authority having jurisdiction over planning and permitting for enforcement. Specifies procedures for enforcement.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 327

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ELECTIONS.

Authorizes the electronic transmission of databases containing driver's license and civil identification card information to election officials and the statewide voter registration system. Requires the Office of Elections to join the Electronic Registration Information Center and share information with counties to encourage voter participation and ensure integrity of voter registration rolls. Appropriates funds. Takes effect on 01/07/2059. (SD1)

Passed Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 772

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE ROSE-RINGED PARAKEET.

Appropriates funds to the department of land and natural resources to assist with and provide supplemental funds to the National Wildlife Research Center to research the negative impacts of the rose-ringed parakeet on Kauai and develop and implement a control plan to reduce the negative impacts.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 804

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO HAWAII PESTICIDES LAW.

Requires disclosure of commercial agriculture pesticide use under specified conditions. Revises the ceiling and use of the Pesticide Use Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds for the John A. Burns School of Medicine to study the exposure of Chlorpyrifos on pregnant mothers. (SB804 HD1)

Passed Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 538

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CARE FACILITY INSPECTIONS.

Appropriates funds to the department of health for the posting of care facility inspection reports on the department's website.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 540

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE.

Converts the long-term care community living program specialist position within the executive office on aging from exempt to permanent civil service status.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track