Sen. Chris Lee

Primary SR 209

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO PURSUE IMMEDIATE AND PERMANENT RELIEF FROM THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION FOR THE STATE AUTHORIZED USE OF CANNABIS IN HAWAII.

In committee Mar 16, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 188

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER DESIGNATING KAILUA, OAHU AS A SPECIAL DISTRICT TO PRESERVE AND PROMOTE THE UNIQUE CHARACTER, HISTORY, AND SENSE OF COMMUNITY THAT MAKES IT A SPECIAL PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY.

In committee Mar 16, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 68

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM AND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO INCLUDE TRAINING, COURSES, AND CURRICULA RELATED TO THE MECHANICS, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES, HYDROGEN VEHICLES, AND OTHER ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES IN THEIR PROGRAMS.

In committee Mar 16, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 217

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO REVIEW AFFORDABLE SALES GUIDELINES IN HAWAII AND OTHER HIGH-COST AREAS TO DETERMINE A METHODOLOGY FOR SETTING REALISTIC SALES PRICES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE STATE.

In committee Mar 16, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 576

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO USED MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS.

Requires licensed used motor vehicle part dealers to obtain a written statement by a seller of a catalytic converter that the seller has the lawful right to sell and dispose of the catalytic converter. Requires a seller of a catalytic converter to present a receipt or notarized declaration regarding the catalytic converter. Prohibits a licensed used motor vehicle part dealer from purchasing a catalytic converter with no receipt or notarized declaration and to report the attempted sale to the police. Establishes the offense of theft of catalytic converter as a class C felony. Takes effect 5/6/2137. (SD2)

Passed Mar 15, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 346

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO FARM ANIMALS.

Requires farm owner or operators to confine egg-laying hens in accordance with the standards established in this measure. Effective 6/30/27 prohibits a business owner or operator from selling shell eggs or egg products that are produced by egg-laying hens that were confined in a cruel manner. (SD2)

Passed Mar 12, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 792

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Increases the minimum and potential maximum fine for violating certain provisions relating to the installation of a noisy muffler. Takes effect 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Passed Mar 12, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 565

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ALCOHOL.

Expands the definition of "beer" to specify an alcohol by volume of no less than 0.5 per cent and to include alcoholic seltzer beverages. Effective January 1, 2022. (SD1)

Passed Mar 12, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 163

Passed · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE.

Amends statutory limitations on the time period in which a survivor of childhood sexual abuse may file a civil suit. Allows punitive damages. Permits the court to order restorative justice measures at its discretion, if requested by the victim. (SD1)

Passed Mar 11, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 86

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

URGING THE OFFICE OF ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A UNIFIED DIGITAL PUBLIC SERVICES WORKING GROUP TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COORDINATE EFFORTS OF INDIVIDUAL DEPARTMENTS AND OFFICES TO PROVIDE IMPROVED DIGITAL PUBLIC SERVICES.

In committee Mar 11, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track