Prohibits retailers from using dynamic pricing in the sale of food that is sold, or qualifies to be sold, as part of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or Special Supplemental Foods Program for Women, Infants, and Children. Establishes fines.
Establishes a Green Bonds Working Group within the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, to determine the feasibility of a green bond financing program for the State.
Establishes a working group within the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation to identify existing mixed-use developments in Maui County that could be acquired by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation for use as affordable housing and commercial rental leases. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Maddy summarySB 500 sets clear labeling and advertising rules for coffee grown and processed entirely within the state, directly affecting local coffee producers and businesses selling such products. It defines "regional origin" to specify where coffee beans are sourced and processed, ensuring consumers receive accurate geographic information on labels. The bill requires producers to meet these new labeling standards for coffee sold in the state, replacing vague or inconsistent current practices. This change aims to provide transparency for shoppers about the origin of their coffee while standardizing requirements for in-state producers.
Establishes a two-year coconut rhinoceros beetle eradication pilot program in certain areas under the Department of Land and Natural Resources that incentivizes community members to collect and submit the coconut rhinoceros beetle and its larvae for compensation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Maddy summaryThe provided context does not include sufficient details to summarize SB 54's specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties. The bill title and abstract mention adopting an "Interstate Compact to Phase Out Corporate Welfare," but no concrete policy changes, affected entities, or implementation details are described in the available information. Without additional text explaining the compact's requirements or scope, a factual summary cannot be generated. The recent procedural actions (e.g., referral to committees) do not clarify the bill's substance.
Requires the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules and carry out an Invasive Species Placard Program for plant nurseries. Allows a county to adopt an Invasive Species Placard Program if the Department does not adopt the Program within a certain number of years.
Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to adopt rules establishing privacy requirements for direct-to-consumer genetic testing in the State. Requires the Department's rules to specify whether consumers' genetic information may be used for purposes of investigative genetic genealogy.
Allows the carrying or possessing of firearm parts only at or between certain locations and in an enclosed container. Defines firearm parts and prohibited persons. Establishes and increases penalties for the carrying or possessing of certain firearms or firearm parts other than at or between specific locations and in an enclosed container. (SD1)
Maddy summarySB 33 would rename the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to the Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Tourism. This change affects the department's official name and internal operations but does not alter its existing responsibilities or create new policies. The bill only modifies the department's title; it does not introduce new programs, funding, or regulatory changes. The bill was introduced on January 15, 2025, and is currently pending in the legislature for the 2026 session.
