Sen. Clarence K. Nishihara

Primary SB 297

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY.

Requires prompt repair of any damages to the common areas or common elements in a planned community association or condominium. Specifies that if a management company or managing agent is responsible for repairs on an association's behalf and fails to complete the repairs within six months, then the management company or managing agent shall be liable for double the amount of damages. Specifies that when a management company or managing agent fails to pay for damages, the association may deduct that amount from any fees the association owes to the management company or managing agent.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 549

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Requires remote schools to be allocated funds using categorical allotments, rather than through the weighted student formula. Defines a remote school as any public school that is a high school located at least a one-hour drive away from the next nearest high school or a high school located on the island of Lanai, Molokai, or Niihau.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1254

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CONCESSIONS.

Makes subsequent amendments to concession documents subject to sealed bidding requirements. Clarifies that the grant of concession or concession space shall not exceed fifteen years of a remaining term plus any agreed extension of the term. Removes the limitations on the types of airport concessions that are exempt from the public bidding requirements.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1169

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT.

Specifies that certain provisions of the Internal Revenue Code related to at-risk rules and deductions and to passive activity loss do not apply with respect to claims for the state low-income housing tax credit. Appropriates funds to establish one position in the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to oversee the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1084

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY.

Amends the appointment process of certain members of the Hawaii Tourism Authority's (Authority) Board of Directors (Board). Clarifies the Authority's reporting and disclosure of specific information. Requires the Board to develop policies and procedures on approving expenditures of excess or carryover funds. (SB1084 HD1)

Passed Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 405

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO EARLY INTERVENTION.

Appropriates funds for the procurement of, and maintenance and training for, a web-based data system in the department of health's early intervention section.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 260

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS.

Bans knowingly selling in the State personal care products containing oxybenzone or octinoxate, except for medically-licensed prescriptions. Takes effect on 10/1/2017.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1251

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC PROGRAM.

Appropriates funds for the University of Hawaii Intercollegiate Athletic Program.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 402

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.

Repeals the requirement that passenger cars obtain a certificate of inspection.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1253

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO FILM AND DIGITAL MEDIA INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT.

Extends the sunset date of the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit to January 1, 2024. Provides stability and economic incentive predictability for the film industry.

In committee Nov 30, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track