Prohibits the issuance of a certificate of inspection for a moped or motor vehicle that has been altered, installed, or otherwise modified in any way which will noticeably increase the noise emitted by the motor vehicle or moped above that emitted by the motor vehicle or moped as equipped from the factory.
Maddy summaryHawaii Senate Resolution 11 requests the Department of Education to update its technology monitoring policies to block students from receiving inappropriate messages and accessing harmful content. It specifically aims to protect vulnerable students - including those at risk of cyberbullying, exploitation, or harm - by adding monitoring provisions to existing guidelines. The resolution cites current policies as failing to safeguard students, noting that 46% of teens have experienced cyberbullying and online recruitment is a common pathway for sex trafficking. The change would require the DOE to amend its "Technology Responsible Use Guidelines" to include proactive content blocking. This is a procedural request, not a binding law, and does not specify technical implementation details.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR 15) requests the Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) to update its 2016 technology monitoring policies. It specifically asks HIDOE to add provisions that block students from receiving inappropriate messages and accessing harmful online content through school devices and accounts. The resolution targets all Hawaii public school students, with emphasis on protecting at-risk and vulnerable students (including those with special needs) from cyberbullying, exploitation, and harmful material. The change would require HIDOE to revise its guidelines to prioritize student safety over liability protection, moving beyond current policies focused on network security. As a resolution, it is a request to the Department, not a binding law.
Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense.
Exempts housing developments that have obtained financing commitments from the State from the requirement to obtain approval from the applicable county council. (SD1)
Maddy summarySB 476 increases fines for specific fireworks violations, directly affecting individuals or businesses that break existing fireworks laws. The bill raises penalty amounts for offenses like unauthorized sale, possession, or use of prohibited fireworks. It does not change what activities are banned but makes penalties for violations stricter. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, if passed.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to conduct a statewide environmental assessment for, and subsequently administer, a Geothermal Resources Characterization Program under the direction of the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center at the University of Hawaii. Appropriates funds.
Establishes the Hawaii Hope Card Program within the Department of the Attorney General to issue hope cards upon request to those holding a long-term protective order, with specified relevant information about the protective orders and all covered parties. Establishes the Hawaii Hope Card Special Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 4/23/2057. (SD1)
Restricts civil asset forfeiture to cases involving the commission of a felony offense where the property owner has been convicted of an underlying felony offense. Directs forfeiture proceeds to the general fund. Amends the allowable expenses for moneys in the Criminal Forfeiture Fund. Requires the Attorney General to adopt rules necessary to carry out the purpose of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Amends the deadline for the Attorney General to report to the Legislature on the use of the Hawaii Omnibus Criminal Forfeiture Act. Limits the transfer of certain forfeiture property to federal agencies. Establishes records requirements.
Allows the Department of Land and Natural Resources to expend the moneys from the State Parks Special Fund for programs aimed at environmental protection.
