Hawaii Bills

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 181: AFFIRMING THAT THE LEGISLATIVE INTENT OF SECTION 302A-1116, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, IS TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CREATE SUBSTANTIVELY TEMPORARY POSITIONS ONLY.

This bill requests the Hawaii Department of Education to form a shared decision-making committee to develop a plan for establishing a K-12 Hawaiian language immersion school in Kapolei. The proposed committee would include 11 members representing educators, administrators, community organizations, parents, and higher education leaders to guide the planning process. The action plan must outline steps for facility selection, teacher recruitment, curriculum development, and a phased implementation schedule starting with kindergarten through second grade by the 2027-2028 school year. The bill also directs the Department to allocate initial faculty and administrative positions to support the new school and requires progress reports to the Legislature by 2027 and 2028.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 773: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Procurement Policy Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, PAULA YOUNGLING, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This bill nominates Paula Youngling for a position on the Procurement Policy Board in Hawaii, a role that directly affects state procurement processes and policy oversight. The nomination is submitted by Governor Josh Green and requires confirmation by the Senate before Youngling can assume the role. If confirmed, she will serve on the board until her term expires on June 30, 2030, as specified in the bill. This is a procedural nomination bill that does not create new laws but rather fills a specific government position.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 749: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELIZABETH GREGG, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.

This bill is a nomination by Governor Josh Green to appoint Elizabeth Gregg to the Hawaii 911 Board for a term ending on June 30, 2027. The document serves as a formal request to the Senate for confirmation of this appointment under state constitutional provisions. Once confirmed, Gregg would join the board responsible for overseeing emergency communication services in Hawaii. The bill does not create new policies or change existing laws but rather fills a leadership position within an existing government agency.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 785: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, STACY PERREIRA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

This bill is a nomination by Governor Josh Green to appoint Stacy Perreira to the Hawaii 911 Board, a position that will serve until June 30, 2028. The document formally submits this nomination to the Senate for their consideration and confirmation, following the state constitution's requirements for appointing board members. Once confirmed, Perreira would join other board members to oversee the state's emergency communication services. This action is a standard administrative process for filling a public office and does not create new laws or policies.

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 112: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TO COLLABORATE WITH STATE DEPARTMENTS, AGENCIES, AND LABOR ORGANIZATIONS IN COMPLETING THE COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION SYSTEMS FOR ALL CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONS UNDER ITS JURISDICTION.

This bill requests the Department of Human Resources Development to work with state departments, agencies, and labor organizations to complete a comprehensive review of how civil service positions are classified and compensated. The measure focuses on addressing high vacancy rates and outdated job descriptions that make it difficult to recruit and retain employees. It directs the department to prioritize departments with the highest vacancy rates and difficult-to-fill positions during the review process. This is a procedural resolution that encourages collaboration to ensure recommendations are practical and aligned with long-term workforce needs.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 784: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERENCE GOMEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This bill nominates Terence Gomez to serve on the Hawaii 911 Board until June 30, 2030. The nomination is submitted by Governor Josh Green and requires confirmation by the state Senate under the Hawaii State Constitution. If confirmed, Gomez would join the board responsible for overseeing emergency communication services in Hawaii. This is a standard personnel appointment procedure rather than a new policy initiative.

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 117: URGING THE GOVERNOR TO ASSESS FOOD INSECURITY CONDITIONS AND IMPLEMENT A STATEWIDE FOOD SECURITY RESPONSE PLAN.

This bill urges the Governor of Hawaii to evaluate food insecurity conditions and create a statewide food security response plan. It directly affects state agencies, local communities, and residents concerned with food access and affordability. The resolution asks the Governor to assess whether a food security emergency should be declared, coordinate efforts across relevant departments, identify ways to improve food access in high-need areas, and remove regulatory barriers to local food production. The Governor is also requested to submit a progress report to the Legislature by early 2027.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 783: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, STEPHEN COURTNEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

This bill formally nominates Stephen Courtney to serve on Hawaii's 911 Board for a term ending on June 30, 2029. The nomination is submitted by Governor Josh Green and requires confirmation by the state Senate to take effect. This is a procedural measure that follows the standard process for appointing board members as outlined in the state constitution. The bill does not create new laws or policies but rather initiates the confirmation process for a specific individual.

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 103: AFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR THE EXPANSION OF PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS THAT INCREASE TREE CANOPY COVERAGE AND INSTALL SHADE TREES IN URBAN AREAS TO MITIGATE THE EFFECTS OF URBAN HEAT ISLANDS ACROSS THE STATE.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that expresses the legislature's support for expanding programs to increase tree canopy coverage and install shade trees in urban areas across Hawaii to combat urban heat islands. It directly affects state and county agencies, which are asked to collaborate on assessing heat exposure, identifying priority areas for tree planting, and integrating shade tree strategies into future development projects. The resolution outlines specific areas for review, including disparities in canopy access, coordination with community partners, and best practices for tree maintenance, while also requesting that copies be sent to key state officials and county mayors.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 679: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, KELSEY LEW, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural nomination, not a legislative bill. Governor Green has submitted Kelsey Lew for Senate confirmation as a member of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation Board of Directors, with a term expiring June 30, 2030. The Senate must consider and confirm this gubernatorial appointment under Hawai'i Constitution Article V, Section 6. This nomination directly affects the governance of the state's health systems corporation. (GM 679)

died · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 517: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, KRISTI MAYNARD, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.

This bill is a procedural nomination by Governor Josh Green for Kristi Maynard to serve on Hawaii's Council on Revenues, with a term set to expire on June 30, 2027. It does not propose new policy but formally submits Maynard's appointment for the Senate's consideration and confirmation under Hawaii's constitutional requirements. The Council on Revenues oversees state revenue policies and tax administration, so this nomination directly affects that agency's leadership. The Senate must vote to confirm the appointment before Maynard can assume the role.

died · Hawaii · Senate Apr 24, 2026

GM 518: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, SCOTT HAYASHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.

This bill is a procedural nomination submission by Governor Josh Green for Scott Hayashi to serve on Hawaii's Council on Revenues. The Governor formally requests the Senate confirm Hayashi's appointment for a term expiring June 30, 2027. The Council on Revenues advises the governor and legislature on state revenue forecasts and budget recommendations. This submission follows Hawaii's constitutional requirement for Senate confirmation of gubernatorial appointments to certain state boards. No policy changes or direct impacts on residents are involved - this is solely a nomination process.

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