Establishes requirements for gerontologist licensure beginning on 7/1/2018.
Sen. Gilbert S.C. Keith-Agaran
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Appropriates funds for the continued support of Hana Health in Hana, Maui.
Bans knowingly selling in the State personal care products containing oxybenzone or octinoxate, except for medically-licensed prescriptions. Takes effect on 10/1/2017.
Requires by the end of the 2017-2018 school year, that all public schools, public charter schools, and the University of Hawaii and its divisions, campuses, and institutions have automated external defibrillators situated in a permanent location on campus. Requires the University of Hawaii and public and charter schools that have an athletic trainer to have an automated external defibrillator available at each sporting event. Requires the automated external defibrillators to be maintained and tested regularly. Clarifies that an athletic trainer or faculty member who administers an automated external defibrillator shall be considered to be doing so without remuneration or expectation of remuneration for purposes of immunity from civil liability.
Prohibits a motor vehicle from being operated within the safe passing zone of three feet surrounding a person operating a bicycle. Defines "safe passing zone".
Authorizes the DOE and B&F to borrow moneys from the Hawaii green infrastructure loan program for heat abatement measures at public schools. Appropriates general funds to make an initial repayment to the Hawaii green infrastructure special fund.
Clarifies the types of vehicles that may be registered without certification by the manufacturer of compliance with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Repeals the statutory cap on the disposition of conveyance taxes dedicated for deposit into the rental housing revolving fund for the financing of affordable rental housing development.
Increases the Hawaii Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act tier II filing fee from $100 to $200 to provide needed preparedness resources to local area planning committees.
Prohibits application of neonicotinoid insecticides without a permit after 6/30/18 to protect honeybees and other pollinating animals.