Sen. Chris Lee

Primary SB 781

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.

Authorizes forfeiture of certain employees' retirement system benefits for law enforcement officers who are convicted of an employment-related crime. Requires law enforcement officers under investigation for a felony offense to be placed on unpaid administrative leave, and if convicted, be permanently barred from employment as a law enforcement officer, private detective, or guard.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 340

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.

Amends certain land subdivision and condominium property regime laws related to agricultural land, as recommended pursuant to Act 278, Session Laws of Hawaii 2019, to ensure condominium property regime projects within the agricultural district are used for agricultural purposes.

Passed Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 37

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE MORTGAGE INTEREST DEDUCTION.

Eliminates the mortgage interest deduction for second homes under Hawaii income tax law. Requires the department of taxation to calculate the savings and transfer an equivalent amount of income taxes to the director of finance for deposit into the rental housing revolving fund.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 228

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ASBESTOS.

Clarifies that work practice standards and notification requirements for the demolition and renovation of facilities containing asbestos apply to single-family residences. Requires the Department of Health to amend its administrative rules in accordance with this Act.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1273

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS.

Clarifies the list of acceptable institutions or organizations that can approve the continuing education courses needed by naturopathic physicians for license renewal.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1304

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CENTRAL SERVICES.

Requires that the department of accounting and general services be responsible for ensuring that the facilities under their responsibility are maintained in accordance with proper repair, maintenance, and cleanliness standards to promote the health and safety of occupants and visitors. (SD1)

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 370

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO OFFSHORE DRILLING.

Prohibits offshore drilling for oil or natural gas in state marine waters. Prohibits issuance of permits for or in connection with the development or operation of any facility or infrastructure associated with offshore drilling for oil or natural gas in state waters.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 156

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY.

Limits the government's use of facial recognition systems, except in certain circumstances. Does not apply to personal use of a privately owned facial recognition system when acting in an unofficial capacity.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 937

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO TAX CREDITS.

Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to make a public disclosure identifying the names of the taxpayers who are receiving certain tax credits and the total amount of tax credit received for specific economic activities.

In committee Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 694

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS.

Codifies sustainable development goals based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and indicators. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Passed Dec 10, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track