Sen. Mike Gabbard

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Transportation to install speed bumps and speed limit signs on Kapolei Parkway between Kapolei High School and Kapolei Middle School. The measure aims to address local speeding concerns that contribute to traffic accidents and fatalities in the area. By requesting these specific safety improvements, the bill seeks to slow down vehicle traffic and enhance pedestrian safety for residents along that stretch of road.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution asks the Hawaii Medical Association and the Hawaii Psychiatric Medical Association to meet and create new guidelines for prescribing mental health medications. The proposal suggests that doctors should test a patient's thyroid function through a simple blood test before starting treatment with psychotropic drugs, as symptoms of thyroid issues can sometimes be mistaken for mental illness. This request aims to prevent unnecessary or potentially harmful medication by ensuring thyroid conditions are ruled out first. The resolution does not change current laws but instead urges medical organizations to develop these safety protocols.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Health to update its administrative rules to allow licensed dietitians to independently prescribe modified and therapeutic diets. The proposal aims to address the state's shortage of physicians by enabling dietitians to write diet orders directly, a practice already permitted in hospital settings by federal guidelines. Under the suggested changes, dietitians would be authorized to plan and adjust nutrition plans for patients, reducing the need for doctors to manage these specific orders. The bill seeks to streamline patient care by letting qualified nutrition professionals handle dietary needs while ensuring all plans are documented in medical records.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution requests that the Hawaii Department of Health create a grant program to help local residents and businesses test for PFAS, often called "forever chemicals," in collaboration with the University of Hawaii. The program aims to provide funding for water and biological sampling services to detect these persistent pollutants, which are known to accumulate in the environment and pose potential health risks. Additionally, the resolution asks state officials to seek federal funding from the U.S. Congress to support this initiative and to establish clear rules ensuring the grants are distributed fairly and transparently.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution urges Hawaii's congressional representatives to support a specific proposal calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The bill requests that federal officials facilitate the delivery of essential humanitarian aid, including food, water, fuel, and medical supplies, to the region. It also asks for negotiations to end the violence and achieve lasting peace while emphasizing the protection of civilians and children. As a Senate resolution, this document serves as a formal expression of the state legislature's position rather than creating binding laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution urges Hawaii's congressional delegation to introduce federal legislation that would expand the National Flood Insurance Program to cover damage caused by lava flows. The bill directly affects residents in lava zones on Hawaii Island who currently face limited insurance options and high premiums following the withdrawal of major private insurers from the market. By proposing this expansion, the resolution aims to provide a federal safety net for property owners in these specific areas, similar to how the program currently assists those in flood-prone regions. The measure does not create new insurance coverage itself but instead asks federal lawmakers to consider adding lava risk to the existing federal insurance framework.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution encourages the United States Navy to remove invasive octocoral and other non-native species from the waters of Pearl Harbor. The bill highlights that these soft corals spread rapidly, damaging local reef ecosystems and reducing fish diversity in areas like West, Middle, and East Lochs. It urges the Navy, which manages the harbor, to allocate resources for an eradication program and directs a copy of the resolution to the Secretary of the Navy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Transportation to collaborate with the City and County of Honolulu on creating alternative emergency access routes for Pacific Palisades. The bill highlights that the area currently relies on a single, narrow road with a steep hairpin turn, which poses significant risks during natural disasters like wildfires or flash floods. It requests that the transportation department develop a plan with a completion timeline and submit it to the legislature before the start of the 2025 session. This measure aims to improve public safety by ensuring multiple evacuation options are available for the community.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution asks the Hawaii State Energy Office to create a working group focused on studying renewable liquid fuels, such as sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. The group will include representatives from state agencies, the legislature, universities, and industry stakeholders to explore local production methods and potential tax incentives. Over the next two years, the committee will evaluate technologies and policies to promote the use of these fuels while submitting progress updates and final recommendations to the Governor and Legislature.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution urges the State of Hawaii, the City and County of Honolulu, and the United States military to coordinate efforts to address illegal dumping in Waipahu and surrounding communities like Ewa, Pearl City, and Aiea. The bill highlights concerns about environmental hazards, public health risks, and the negative impact on schools and local pride caused by dumped waste, such as shopping carts blocking drainage ditches. It does not create new laws or funding but serves to formally request cooperation among these agencies to clean up polluted areas and improve waste management practices. Copies of the resolution are to be sent to relevant government officials and military commanders to ensure the issue receives attention.