Sen. Ron Kouchi

Primary SB 506

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO SEXUAL ASSAULT.

Requires annual reporting to the legislature by the AG of statistical data pertaining to the testing of sexual assault evidence collection kits. Provides certain rights to sexual assault survivors. Institutes mandatory testing requirements in accordance with AG guidelines. Requires AG to report to the legislature on the progress of implementing AG guidelines. (SD1)

In committee Feb 13, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1276

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE COUNTY SURCHARGE ON STATE TAX.

Repeals the requirement that 10% of revenues from the county surcharge on state tax be withheld to reimburse the State for administrative costs. Sunsets if an ordinance that allows the capital costs of a rapid transportation system to be paid from county funds is not enacted before December 31, 2017. Requires the mayor of the county to submit certain plans with respect to rapid transportation system.

In committee Feb 9, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 507

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

Removes redundant investigating and reporting requirements of the Department of Human Services and the family courts in cases where temporary restraining orders are sought for alleged domestic abuse involving a family or household member who is a minor or incapacitated person.

In committee Feb 6, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 504

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.

Limits initial prescriptions for opioids and benzodiazepines to a maximum of seven consecutive days.

In committee Jan 31, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1157

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO HEALTH.

Creates penalty for health care providers who fail to provide auxiliary aids or services to patients with a communication disability.

In committee Jan 27, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 508

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO TAXATION.

Creates the Hawaii Working Family Tax Credit, a refundable credit capped at 10 percent of the federal earned income tax credit.

In committee Jan 23, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 509

In committee · Hawaii Senate · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO EQUAL PAY.

Prohibits enforced wage secrecy and retaliation or discrimination against employees who disclose, discuss, or inquire about their own or co-workers' wages.

In committee Jan 23, 2017 0 co-sponsors Track