Sen. Joy San Buenaventura

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (SCR 102) urges Hawaii's Department of Health and the University of Hawaii Water Resources Research Center to incentivize wastewater treatment plants to test sewage sludge, reclaimed water, and other residuals for PFAS ("forever chemicals"). It does not create new law but requests these agencies take action to require testing and develop rules for safe disposal of PFAS-contaminated materials. The resolution specifically addresses materials used in agriculture (like sludge as fertilizer) where PFAS could enter the food chain, citing potential health risks. It also urges prohibiting land use for agriculture if PFAS is detected in these materials. The resolution focuses on voluntary incentives and guidance, not mandatory enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 83) urges Hawaii's Department of Health and the University of Hawaii Water Resources Research Center to take action encouraging wastewater treatment plants to test sewage sludge, reclaimed water, and other byproducts for PFAS (forever chemicals). It specifically recommends the Department of Health adopt rules for safely disposing of PFAS-containing materials and prohibit agricultural use of such materials if testing detects PFAS. The resolution addresses health and environmental risks linked to PFAS exposure, including cancer and ecosystem harm, but does not create new laws or mandates. As a non-binding resolution, it serves as a formal request for these entities to prioritize PFAS testing and management.

Authorizes certain government entities to establish a self-certification process for behind-the-meter, customer-sited solar distributed energy resource systems and exempt the systems from the Federal Emergency Management Agency No-Rise/No-Impact declaration requirements under certain circumstances. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

Proposes an amendment to article I of the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to protect a person's right to obtain contraceptives and engage in contraception. (SD1)

Authorizes state facilities to wheel electricity produced by their own facility from renewable energy sources to other state facilities pursuant to administrative rules or orders established by the Public Utilities Commission. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to submit a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

Requires sellers or providers of emotional support animals, as well as those issuing verifications of a disability related need for an emotional support animal, to provide written notice to the buyer or recipient containing certain information. Requires persons or businesses that sell or provide certificates, vests, or identification tags that identify an animal as an emotional support animal to provide written notice to the buyer or recipient containing certain information. Establishes penalties. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Maddy summarySCR 19 is a concurrent resolution requesting Hawaii's Department of Education to make public school recreational facilities (like pools, gyms, and fields) available to the public during non-peak hours and non-school days. It directly affects residents, particularly in low-income and rural communities who face barriers to accessing recreational amenities. The resolution builds on existing rules requiring school facility access but seeks to expand it to unrestricted use during specified times, moving beyond the current requirement for a 10-day online application. This aims to address documented inequities in recreational access, as noted in the resolution's supporting statements.

Prohibits the sale of tickets at higher price than the original price charged by the primary venue ticket provider for events held in the State. Repeals provisions relating to ticket brokers. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

Beginning 7/1/2027, allows chiropractic students enrolled in a qualified chiropractic college to engage in clinical practice as part of their college instruction if directly supervised by a qualified licensed chiropractor. Requires the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic to adopt rules. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

Authorizes the Governor to enter into a Cosmetology Licensure Compact on behalf of the State to provide a streamlined process that allows cosmetologists to obtain a multistate license enabling them to practice cosmetology in another state without obtaining a separate license under the laws of that state. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules to implement and administer the Compact. Authorizes the Governor to enter into the Compact. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)