Sponsored bills
Requires the public utilities commission to study the technical feasibility of establishing renewable portfolio standards for gas utility companies in Hawaii. Requires reports to the legislature. Appropriates funds. Takes effect on 1/28/2045. (SD1)
Renames the office of planning as the office of planning and sustainability and incorporates sustainability into the duties and responsibilities of the office to ensure long-term planning, coordination, and implementation of Hawaii's sustainability goals and policies. Takes effect on 1/28/2045. (SD1)
Makes the motor vehicle registration fee for U-drive motor vehicles consistent with the fee for all other motor vehicles. Makes any county ordinance that increases a motor vehicle registration fee applicable to U-drive vehicles. (HB2177 HD1)
Requires UH community colleges to establish energy systems and technology training courses for county officers and employees responsible for permitting, inspecting, licensing, and approving construction projects and an advisory committee of industry stakeholders and to submit a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Takes effect on 7/1/2112. (SD1)
Appropriates moneys for Department of Health to fund substance abuse treatment programs relating to persons with multiple chronic conditions, a centralized referral system, case management programs, and a peer mentoring or coaching program. (HB2611 HD1)
Appropriates funds to the Executive Office on Early Learning for additional operational costs, including equipment, supplies, and personnel costs. (HB2163 HD1)
Appropriates funds to the Executive Office on Early Learning for an online platform to facilitate professional learning for Executive Office on Early Learning public pre-kindergarten program educators. (HB2170 HD1)
Appropriates funds to continue and expand health care apprenticeship programs at UH community colleges. Takes effect on 7/1/3000. (SD1)
Requires the state sustainability coordinator of the office of planning to complete a holistic and comprehensive study and plan for green infrastructure opportunities in the State. Appropriates funds to complete the green infrastructure study and plan. (SD1)