Sen. Dru Kanuha

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a study on the populations of coral reef herbivores around the island of Oahu and an analysis of policies and strategies to increase the populations of coral reef herbivores around Oahu, in consultation with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center and other experts. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Permits film production on lands that are zoned for agricultural use in counties with a population of less than five hundred thousand and that meet other conditions. Establishes the Agricultural Film Production Land Use Oversight Committee to monitor and enforce compliance with regulations on film permit activities on agricultural zoned lands.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural measure that does not propose new policy changes or directly affect any specific groups. It appears to be a short form bill related to the Board of Regents, likely intended for administrative or organizational purposes within the education system. The legislation has been carried over to the 2026 Regular Session and is currently under consideration by the House of Representatives and Education Committee. No substantive provisions or mechanisms are described in the available information.

Appropriates funds to support educational training programs to expand the State's health care workforce. Allocates funds to the Department of Education for health care certificate programs and classroom renovations for health care training in public high schools. Allocates funds to the University of Hawaii for education programs that support certified nurse assistants in becoming licensed practical nurses.

Maddy summaryThe provided context does not include substantive details about SB 911's content, provisions, or policy changes. The official abstract states only "Short form bill," and no specific mechanisms, affected parties, or concrete policy actions are described. Without additional information on what the bill proposes, a factual summary cannot be generated. Procedural details (like committee referrals) are noted but do not clarify the bill's purpose.

Establishes a working group within the Department of Agriculture to develop a plan that creates an educational pathway in the University of Hawaii community college system to equip interested students with the necessary entry level knowledge, skill set, expertise, and advancement potential in the field of meat processing. Require reports to the Legislature.

Maddy summarySB 928 is a short-form bill titled "RELATING TO CULTURE AND THE ARTS," but the provided context contains no substantive details about its specific provisions or policy changes. The official abstract merely states "Short form bill," indicating it likely involves procedural or administrative matters rather than new policy. No concrete mechanisms, affected parties, or legislative changes are described in the available information. As a procedural bill with no documented content, a detailed policy summary cannot be provided.

Authorizes departments to issue permits for the development of multi-family rental housing projects on state or county land that was used for a multi-family rental housing project before a state emergency.

Maddy summarySB 837 authorizes school districts to use motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for student transportation when specific safety conditions are met. It directly affects school transportation providers and districts by expanding the types of vehicles they may legally operate for student travel. The bill establishes requirements for vehicle safety standards and operational protocols to ensure student safety during transport. The bill is currently pending in committee (TRS/EDU, WAM) and has not yet advanced to a vote.

Maddy summarySB 929 is a short-form bill that establishes a framework for international affairs within the state. The legislation appears to create new procedures or guidelines for how the state engages with foreign nations and international organizations. It directly affects state government officials and departments responsible for diplomatic relations and foreign policy coordination. The bill does not specify detailed provisions beyond its general focus on international affairs, indicating it may require further development or committee review to define its operational scope.