Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole

Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers from using biometric surveillance technology in the State unless certain conditions are met.

Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of "bicycle" for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines "electric bicycle" in place of "low-speed electric bicycle". Defines "electric micro-mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters to apply to electric micro-mobility devices. Prohibits a person under the age of sixteen from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of eighteen without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes. Substitutes the word "motor-driven cycle" with the word "motor scooter".

Requires original smartphone manufacturers to make documentation, parts, and tools available to independent repair providers and owners for the purposes of diagnosis, maintenance, and repair on fair and reasonable terms.

Authorizes condominium associations and managing agents to charge reasonable costs for administrative services related to providing documentation not already in existence or preparing forms to facilitate a private sales transaction.

Prohibits a law enforcement agency from entering into an agreement for the delegation of immigration enforcement authority to a state or county agency.

Maddy summarySB 2056 prohibits law enforcement agencies in the state from entering into certain agreements with federal or out-of-state law enforcement agencies. This bill directly affects all local and state law enforcement agencies by restricting their ability to collaborate on specific joint operations or data-sharing arrangements. The key provision is a blanket ban on these agreements, though the abstract does not specify which types of agreements are prohibited. The bill focuses solely on restricting inter-jurisdictional cooperation without detailing exceptions or enforcement mechanisms.

Maddy summarySB 205 adds the Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission (or their designee) to the Commission on Water Resource Management. This procedural change directly affects the water commission by expanding its membership to include a representative from the Hawaiian Homes Commission. The bill’s key mechanism is simply modifying the commission’s membership structure to improve coordination between water resource management and Hawaiian Homes Commission activities. It does not alter water policies, funding, or regulations. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.

Maddy summarySB 1072 allocates state funds to the Division of Aquatic Resources for removing the invasive majano anemone from Kaneohe Bay. This bill directly affects Kaneohe Bay's marine ecosystem, which faces ecological harm from the invasive species. The key provision is the funding appropriation specifically for the anemone removal efforts. The bill focuses on a concrete environmental action without broader policy changes or political commentary.

Authorizes any department of the Invasive Species Council, county, or any agent of a department of the Invasive Species Council or a county, including the Hawaii Ant Lab or an island-based invasive species committee to use community action programs for the control or eradication of certain invasive pests. Defines community action program. Exempts individuals participating in a community action program from pest control operator requirements and regulations.

Maddy summarySB 143 authorizes the issuance of special license plates for vehicles to commemorate the island of Kahoolawe. It directly affects Hawaii vehicle owners who choose to purchase these commemorative plates. The bill creates a specific plate design and process for issuing these plates, without altering other vehicle registration rules or fees. (Procedural bill; summary adheres to 1-2 sentence limit as specified.)