Sen. Kurt Fevella

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 198) requests the Hawaii Department of Health to partner with tire retailers to create and maintain a database tracking motor vehicle tires. It would require retailers to collect and submit each tire’s model, serial number, purchaser’s name, and sale date to the database for a specified period. The goal is to better track tires and hold owners accountable for illegal dumping, which the resolution notes creates health risks (like pest habitats) and environmental hazards (fire risks, toxic leaks). The resolution does not create new law but asks the Department of Health to coordinate this tracking effort.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 202) urges the State of Hawaii to prohibit future leases or lease extensions of public land to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) or military branches if they fail to comply with environmental cleanup orders or health/safety regulations. It specifically targets cases where the DoD has not met obligations for environmental maintenance or remediation on leased lands. The resolution directs Hawaii’s Board of Land and Natural Resources to request that the DoD incorporate these compliance requirements into current leases or remove hazards and restore lands before lease end. It also requires annual reports to the Legislature on these efforts. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change existing law but seeks to influence state-military lease negotiations.

Maddy summarySR 214 is a Senate resolution requesting the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) to relocate homeless encampments from Waianae Small Boat Harbor with dignity and provide a timeline for removal. It cites reports of damaged boats, blocked access for harbor users, and ongoing disruptions at the public facility. The resolution directs DLNR to report back to the Legislature with a specific removal schedule. As a procedural request - not a binding law - it seeks action from DLNR without creating new legal requirements.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution SR 193 requests Hawaii's Department of Transportation to establish a one-year pilot program (June 2025-January 2026) inspecting personal aircraft for illegal fireworks at state-owned airports. The program would require coordination with law enforcement to check aircraft for unauthorized fireworks and dispose of prohibited items per state law, with the DOT submitting a report to the Legislature by January 30, 2026, on its effectiveness and recommendations. This resolution does not create new law but asks an agency to test a targeted inspection approach for preventing illegal fireworks imports via personal aircraft.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 203) urges all entities - including businesses, organizations, and government agencies - to voluntarily limit potable water use for recreational or ornamental purposes (like golf courses or decorative fountains) to no more than one million gallons per year per permit. It specifically excludes uses relying solely on recycled water and does not create enforceable law. The resolution responds to Hawaii’s drought conditions and water conservation needs but lacks legal force. It directs certified copies to water management and health authorities for awareness.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 166) urges the Hawaii Legislature to establish mandatory inquiries into every child fatality or serious injury occurring within the state's child welfare system. It cites specific cases since 1997 - including fatalities from neglect, unsafe reunifications, and abuse - where DHS failed to act on warnings despite prior lawsuits and settlements totaling over $10 million. The resolution does not create new law but calls for legislative action to prevent future harm through systematic reviews, noting current gaps in accountability despite existing child death review panels.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 190) requests the Hawaii Department of Education to implement a pilot program at James Campbell High School. The program would train students to become veterinary technicians while using animal-assisted therapy to support students facing emotional or behavioral challenges. Key provisions include mandatory training (e.g., from Hawaii Humane Society), strict supervision, safety protocols, and liability coverage for all participants. The resolution does not mandate the program but seeks to establish it as a test model that could expand to other schools if successful.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 55) requests Hawaii's Department of Education and Department of Health to update vaccination forms and recordkeeping for public and charter school students. It addresses a current issue where students claiming an exemption for *one* required vaccine (like HPV) are marked as "unvaccinated" for *all* vaccines, creating inaccurate records. The update aims to improve tracking of students' actual vaccination status - showing which vaccines they've received and which they've exempted - to help schools better assess herd immunity during disease outbreaks. The resolution does not change vaccination requirements but seeks more precise data for public health responses.

Maddy summarySCR 72 is a procedural resolution requesting Hawaii's Department of Education and Department of Health to update vaccination forms and recordkeeping for public and charter school students. It addresses a current issue where students who refuse a single required vaccine (like HPV) are marked as "unvaccinated" for all diseases on enrollment forms, creating inaccurate records. The resolution aims to improve the accuracy of vaccination status tracking to help schools better respond to disease outbreaks. This request directly affects school enrollment staff and students, as it would change how vaccination exemptions are documented. The resolution does not change vaccination requirements but seeks to refine recordkeeping procedures.

Maddy summaryHawaii Senate Resolution 82 urges the Directors of Health and Corrections to encourage state-licensed hospitals and prisons to replace ultra-processed foods with minimally-processed options like fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and non-dairy beverages. It specifically highlights that these healthier choices can reduce chronic disease risks, accommodate lactose intolerance, save taxpayer costs, and support local agriculture and climate goals. The resolution does not mandate changes but formally requests state agencies to promote these food options in healthcare and correctional facilities.