Sen. Karl Rhoads

Adopts the Revised Uniform Athlete Agents Act (2015), which: expands the definition of "athlete agent", who shall register with the director of commerce and consumer affairs, to include individuals who, for compensation or the anticipation of compensation, serve a student athlete as a financial advisor or business manager; requires reciprocity for athlete agents who are registered in more than one state; strengthens requirements for athlete agent contracts; and strengthens requirements under which athlete agents shall notify the educational institution at which a student athlete is enrolled. Effective 07/01/2018. (SD2)

Provides that the submission of a voter registration application either to register to vote or update the voter's registration information constitutes a request for permanent absentee voter status unless the applicant specifically indicates the applicant does not wish to be a permanent absentee voter. Takes effect on 1/7/2059. (SD2)

Restricts the use of general obligation or revenue bond proceeds to pay for the unfunded pension or other post-employment benefit liabilities accrued for state employees or retirees, by requiring a two-thirds majority vote of each house of the legislature to enact legislation that authorizes the use of bond proceeds for such purposes. Effective August 30, 2050. (SD1)

Authorizes the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to issue a stop-work order to an employer for violations of chapter 388, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to the payment of wages and other compensation, or administrative rules adopted pursuant to that chapter. Establishes the process for notification of an employer of a stop-work order, appeals process, penalties for violations, and judicial review. Takes effect 1/7/2059. (SD1)

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)

Increases notary public fees. Takes effect on 01/01/2018. (SD1)

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)

Clarifies that acute care hospitals are covered under the clean claims statute, section 431:13-108, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Ties the authorized benefit for acupuncture treatments allowed under personal injury protection benefits provided through motor vehicle insurance to the workers' compensation supplemental medical fee schedule. Effective 07/01/2050. (SD1)