Requires that any new motor vehicle permitted by law to be equipped with a siren, whether purchased or contracted in the State to be equipped with dual frequency sirens.
Maddy summarySB 175 proposes a constitutional amendment to raise Hawaii's mandatory retirement age for state justices and judges from 70 to 75 years. If approved, this change would directly affect current and future state court judges by allowing them to serve longer in their roles. The bill is currently pending in the Judiciary Committee after passing a committee vote with amendments, but it has not yet become law. This amendment would require a constitutional change, meaning it would need voter approval to take effect. The proposal focuses solely on altering the retirement age requirement within Hawaii's state constitution.
Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to assess the feasibility of installing distributed energy resource systems at each state department facility. Requires state departments to implement and install the distributed energy resource systems detailed in the reports no later than five years from the issue date of the reports. Gives priority for the required energy efficiency measures to first responder facilities. (SD1)
Prohibits any business established after January 1, 2026, that uses, rents, or offers for rent mopeds in the course of their commercial business, from using a combustion engine-powered moped. Establishes penalties.
Requires government entities to seek reimbursement for all or a portion of search or rescue expenses for persons who require rescue after leaving a hiking trail to enter an area closed to the public or hiking on a trail closed to the public, and there is a sign giving notice of the closure.
Beginning 1/1/2027, allows an advanced practice registered nurse to claim exemption from service as a juror. Effective 12/31/2050. Sunsets 1/1/2032. (SD1)
Prohibits counties from permitting or allowing retention or detention ponds to be constructed except under certain conditions. Establishes safety requirements for retention and detention ponds statewide. Requires the department of health to conduct a survey of existing retention and detention ponds statewide.
Authorizes boards and commissions to make employment decisions related to its officers and employees without the approval of the head of the department to which the board or commission is administratively attached.
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.
