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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2175: RELATING TO ENERGY ASSISTANCE.

Establishes the Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program within the Department of Human Services to assist eligible households in paying their energy bills. Requires the Public Utilities Commission Public Benefits Fee Administrator to provide certain information and assistance to recipients of the program. Establishes positions. Appropriates funds.
Joe Gedeon (R) Sean Quinlan (D) David Alcos (R) Ikaika Hussey (D) Darius Kila (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2281: RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.

HB 2281 is a short-form bill that has been introduced and passed its first reading but has not yet been assigned to a specific committee for further review. The official summary does not provide specific details about the bill's provisions, affected parties, or policy changes beyond its general classification as a government-related measure. Without additional information from the full text or committee reports, the concrete policy content and direct impact of this legislation remain unclear at this stage.
Nadine Nakamura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2978: RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKING.

Authorizes the use of conservation banks for compensatory mitigation in a habitat conservation plan and associated incidental take license. Amends the membership and scope of authority for the Endangered Species Recovery Committee.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes conservation banks for habitat mitigation and strengthens Endangered Species Recovery Committee, advancing conservation efforts per bill's purpose.90% confidence
Jarrett Keohokalole (D) Chris Lee (D) Michelle Kidani (D) Stanley Chang (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 3008: RELATING TO GOVERNMENT.

Amends Act 289, Session Laws of Hawaii 2025, to replace the Senior Residence at Iwilei parcel with the Westridge parcel, change the transfer date for the Alii Tower parcel to 12/31/2026, changes the deadline for approval by the City and County of Honolulu to 12/31/2027, and changes the repeal date to 1/1/2028.
Chris Lee (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2191: RELATING TO CRIME.

HB 2191 increases penalties for repeat offenders by doubling both fines and prison sentences for individuals convicted of repeated violent crimes (like assault or robbery) or property crimes (such as burglary or theft). This bill directly affects people with prior convictions in these categories who are sentenced for new offenses. The key provision mandates that courts must apply double the standard penalties under existing law for these repeat offenses. The bill was introduced on January 26, 2026, and referred to the Judiciary and Health Affairs committee on January 30.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill doubles penalties for repeat violent/property crimes, increasing mandatory sentences and expanding criminalization per indicators.95% confidence
Joe Gedeon (R) Elijah Pierick (R) Lauren Matsumoto (R) Garner Shimizu (R) Ikaika Olds (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 3039: RELATING TO FIREARMS.

Prohibits persons with a license to carry a firearm from carrying a firearm on the licensee's person without also carrying an electric gun on the licensee's person. Requires a person's license to carry a firearm be revoked if the licensee carries a firearm without also carrying an electric gun.
Chris Lee (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2170: RELATING TO FIREARMS.

Establishes mandatory minimum terms of imprisonment for certain class A felonies involving firearms. Changes from a class B felony to a class A felony the penalty for owning, possessing, or controlling any firearm or ammunition while being prosecuted for or having been convicted of committing a felony, a crime of violence, a criminal offense relating to firearms, or an illegal sale or distribution of any drug. Changes from a misdemeanor to a class A felony the penalty for ownership, possession, control, or transfer of ownership of any firearms or ammunition by a person who a court order has restrained from contacting, threatening, or physically abusing any person. Changes from a misdemeanor to a class A felony the penalty for carrying a firearm while under the influence of a controlled substance. Establishes possession of methamphetamine while carrying a firearm as a class A felony.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeElevates firearm possession penalties to Class A felonies with mandatory minimums, increasing sentencing severity and opposing reform-focused criminal justice policies.95% confidence
Terez Amato (D) Justin Woodson (D) Sue Lee Loy (D) Julie Reyes Oda (R) Della Belatti (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2286: RELATING TO THE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT LICENSURE COMPACT.

Authorizes the Governor to enter the PA Licensure Compact to create a comprehensive process that complements the existing licensing authority of the state medical board and provides a streamlined process that allows a PA to become licensed in multiple states, thereby enhancing the portability of a PA license and ensuring the safety of patients.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStreamlines PA licensure across states, enhancing provider portability and patient access to care. Ensures safety while expanding healthcare delivery options.90% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2265: RELATING TO THE HAWAII TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.

Expands the allowable uses of Hawaii Technology Development Corporation grant funds to include providing grants to applicants for qualifying federal research and development awards and matching funds for recipients of those awards and related contracts.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands grant funding for federal R&D awards and matching, directly advancing technology development through increased financial support.90% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 3070: MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE STATE, ITS OFFICERS, OR ITS EMPLOYEES.

SB 3070 allocates state funds to pay approved claims filed against the state government, its officials, or employees. It directly affects individuals or entities that have filed lawsuits seeking compensation from the state. The bill provides the necessary budgetary authorization for these payments but does not change state liability laws or create new policy. As a procedural appropriations measure, it focuses solely on funding existing or approved claims.
Ron Kouchi (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2262: RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE THE POTENTIAL OF UNDERGROUND ENERGY RESOURCES STATEWIDE.

Establishes the Underground Energy Resource Characterization Program to identify the location and characteristics of underground energy resources through the use of slim-hole bores and requires a related environmental assessment or environmental impact statement. Requires a report to the legislature. Appropriates funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Underground Energy Resource Characterization Program, directly funding a state initiative under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds geothermal exploration program to identify renewable energy resources, aligning with clean energy investment and Hawaii's renewable focus.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires environmental assessment/impact statement for underground resource characterization, directly addressing environmental considerations per bill language.90% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
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