Removes the one-year residency requirement for all appointed officers who are department heads and deputies or assistants to a department head. (SB1298 HD1)
Provides for the redevelopment of the Hilo area by establishing the framework, requirements, and conditions for redevelopment districts and specifically designating the Waiakea Peninsula Redevelopment District, appropriates funds for the implementation of the redevelopment district program, and makes conforming amendments to lease restrictions on public lands to facilitate the implementation of redevelopment districts. (SB1292 HD1)
Establishes the University of Hawaii Promise Program to provide scholarships for the unmet direct cost needs of qualified students enrolled at any campus of the University of Hawaii system or any community college campus. Appropriates funds to establish and implement the program. (SB1162 HD1)
Establishes an Appraisal Management Company Registration Program (Program) within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) to conform to minimum standards established under federal law and regulations. Establishes registration requirements, standards, and penalties for violations. Appropriates funds to the DCCA for costs associated with the Program. (SB390 HD1)
Makes appropriations for personnel and equipment for the Hawaii Community College Agriculture Program. (SB1082 HD1)
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds to provide financing to assist Honokaa Land Company, LLC, with acquiring, developing, and renovating various agricultural facilities and structures. (SB1255 HD1)
Makes an appropriation for the concussion monitoring and educational program for school athletics, concussion and awareness program for youth athletic activities, and administration of a concussion and awareness program for youth athletics. (SB720 HD1)
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)
Broadens the scope of the Early Learning Program to include early childhood development. Expands the function of the Early Learning Board beyond an advisory capacity and amends the composition and powers of some board members. Allows the Early Learning Board to appoint the director of the Executive Office on Early Learning. (SB687 HD1)
