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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Jan 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- product that is not available in whatever state—Washington state—you can buy sunscreen not available in Hawaii
- There's no bond for this.
- We haven't had the ability to pass a bond, and I've been in the district 38 years.
- There's no bond for this.
- We haven't had the ability to pass a bond. And I've been in the district 38 years.
Summary:
The committee held public hearings on several bills, beginning with SB 5965 on retail bags. Staff explained that the bill would prohibit single-use plastic and reusable film plastic carryout bags, raise the paper bag pass-through charge from 8 cents to 20 cents, exempt certain assistance-program customers from bag charges, and add manufacturer/distributor penalties. The sponsor and supporters, including environmental groups, Seattle Public Utilities, Tacoma, county solid waste representatives, and health advocates, argued the current law has led to thicker plastic bags and more plastic pollution, microplastics, and recycling contamination. Opponents from hospitality, grocery, retail, paper, and plastic bag industries said the bill would raise costs, create checkout confusion, burden food delivery and takeout operations, and amount to a de facto ban on paper bags as well; several urged waiting for more data on the current 12-cent fee. The hearing ended with a reported 1,240 non-testifiers on SB 5965, with 541 pro, 695 con, and 4 other.
The committee then heard SB 6030 on plastic bags. Staff said the bill would allow film plastic and paper carryout bags if they meet recycled-content standards, keep the paper bag fee at 8 cents, reduce the plastic bag fee from 12 cents to 8 cents, and remove the minimum thickness standards for reusable film plastic bags while retaining recycled-content requirements and the SNAP exemption. No public testimony was taken on the bill, and the chair noted 208 non-testifiers, with 192 pro, 11 con, and 5 other.
Finally, the committee heard SB 5975 on lead in cookware. Staff described it as a third-round update to the state’s cookware lead law, narrowing covered cookware, delaying the 10 ppm lead standard to 2030, and allowing compliance through FDA or European testing methods. Supporters, including some industry representatives, said the current law is unclear and difficult to enforce, that a workable test is still being developed, and that the bill would provide certainty and avoid unintended coverage of safe products. Opponents from Ecology, Health, environmental groups, and consumer advocates argued the bill would weaken Washington’s existing protections, create broad exemptions, and allow high-lead cookware to remain on the market; they also criticized shifting from total-content testing to leach testing. The hearing closed with 609 non-testifiers on SB 5975, with 54 pro and 552 con.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- land application of biosolids include your state, Wisconsin, Maryland, Vermont, Indiana, Oklahoma, Hawaii
- biosolids, of course, including your state, uh, Wisconsin, Maryland, Vermont, Indiana, Oklahoma, Hawaii
- Didn't have a bond to pass to spend there, so we got the call.
Committee:
House Agriculture
Summary:
The committee hearing focused on biosolids, sewage sludge, and PFAS contamination, with the opening remarks and first three presenters arguing that land application of municipal sludge poses serious risks to soil, water, livestock, and human health. Representative Shaw cited EPA and state data on detected pollutants and PFAS in biosolids, while Denise Travick Poyer described her background in chemical engineering and PFAS work and said the EPA’s draft sewage sludge risk assessment shows unacceptable risk at very low PFOS/PFOA levels. She urged source reduction, more testing, and consideration of total organic fluorine, and noted examples from Michigan where industrial pretreatment and source reduction reduced PFAS in biosolids. Johnson County, Texas Commissioner Larry Woolley and Investigator Dana Ames presented a case study of alleged runoff from land-applied biosolids affecting a ranch, with high PFAS readings in soil, water, fish, cattle tissue, and a stillborn calf, and said the county and state had pursued investigations, lawsuits, and legislative responses. Sandra Trawick of Save Oklahoma Farms and Ranches argued that Oklahoma’s biosolids program relies heavily on Class B sludge, that current rules are outdated, and that land application exposes farms and rural communities to pathogens, chemicals, odors, flies, and runoff; she cited examples from Maine, Texas, Georgia, Michigan, and Oklahoma to support calls for stronger regulation or a ban.
After the testimony, members asked about sampling methods, lab testing, EPA limits, and whether the cited PFAS blood levels were comparable to the soil and sludge measurements. Witnesses said the Johnson County samples were collected by a Texas A&M PhD contractor and tested at a single lab, and they explained that the EPA’s 4 parts per trillion figure applied to municipal drinking water standards. Questions also addressed whether sludge is incorporated into soil; Trawick said it had often been left on the surface, though she had seen better disking after public scrutiny. Members asked how biosolids compare with manure and feedlot waste, and witnesses responded that municipal sludge is more contaminated because it includes industrial, hospital, and household waste streams, unlike animal manure. The committee then moved to alternative solutions, hearing from Doug McKinney of Advanced Microbial Solutions, who promoted biological sludge removal using bacteria to reduce sludge volumes and avoid land application, citing cost savings for wastewater plants and correctional facilities. Jason Jepsen of Eden Energy followed with a pitch for an eight-stage waste-to-energy system that converts mixed waste into clean energy, biochar, and reusable products, framing waste as an asset and presenting his company’s technology as a no-land-application alternative.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- 01:30.280><c> works</c> All right, the next item on the agenda is HB 1093 HD1 SD1, relating to the Hawaii
- Hawaii Public Housing Authority. Hawaii Public Housing Authority.
- Um, we'll move next to SB 1413 SD1 HD2, relating to the Hawaii Public Housing Authority.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
WTL, WTL-HHS Public Hearings 02-10-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Aami, Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation. We stand on our testimony and support.
- Department of Water Supply, Hawaii County, in support, and an individual, Douglas Pin, is there anyone
- and came to the state of Hawaii and came to the conclusion<01:04:21.760><c> that</c><01:04:21.920><c
- </c><01:37:28.400><c> last</c> by the Democratic party of Hawaii last by the Democratic party of Hawaii
- comments Hawaii Farm Bureau and<01:40:01.679><c> support</c><01:40:02.560><c> kapuna</c><01:40:03.280
Summary:
The Water and Land Committee heard several measures related to DLNR, coastal management, and public lands. SB 561, which appropriates funds for conservation enforcement equipment for the Oʻahu branch of DOCARE, drew broad support from DLNR and multiple organizations, with the chair noting 18 supporters and no opposition. SB 465 would require DLNR to study the carrying capacity of Kīkiʻola Small Boat Harbor on Kauaʻi and report to the Legislature; DLNR supported the intent but suggested the study be timed with an ongoing $41 million capital improvement project. Senator Kouchi explained the bill was meant to close a permit loophole that has allowed operators to increase passenger capacity without additional approval, while one testifier opposed the measure as unnecessary and late. Supporters included county and community representatives, while some written testimony opposed it.
The committee also heard SB 1456, which broadens the definition of beach restoration to include work on eroded beaches and degraded dune systems, including sand management, native vegetation, and removal of abandoned materials. DLNR, the University of Hawaiʻi, and other testifiers supported the measure as an administrative update. SB 1460 would require BLNR lease extensions to use updated forms reflecting current leasing practices; DLNR supported it as an administrative bill. SB 1517 would authorize public land leases for recreational residential use by public lottery limited to county residents. DLNR supported the bill, and Chipper Wiman and others testified that it would help preserve Kauaʻi’s historic recreational cabins and create fairness for local families; the committee also heard concerns about older cabins, market-based auction prices, and the need to keep these leases affordable for residents.
The committee then heard SB 1511, which would prohibit vessels longer than 75 feet from entering Honoliʻi Bay, with an exemption for government vessels; DLNR and at least one additional testifier supported it. SB 1019 would allow the Ocean Stewardship Special Fund to be used for beach restoration planning and grants to nonprofits for cleanup, but DLNR said that purpose fit better under the separate Beach Restoration Special Fund, and the Ocean Tourism Coalition opposed the bill on that basis. Finally, SB 1457 would authorize DLNR to issue interim rules on commercial and recreational water sports equipment use for up to two years; DLNR described it as an adaptive-management tool for changing conditions, while multiple water-sports operators and residents opposed it, arguing it would reduce public participation, expand agency power, and target the foiling community. The hearing closed with the chair noting heavy opposition to SB 1457, including 88 written testimonies against it and only a few in support.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Local Government Jan 29th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- And I think the high-level disasters that we've seen in both Hawaii and California and even closer to
- financing area to contract indebtedness or borrow money for district purposes and issue general obligation bonds
- financing area to contract indebtedness or borrow money for district purposes and issue general obligation bonds
- . ...indebtedness or borrow money for district purposes and issue general obligation bonds, not exceeding
Committee:
Senate Local Government
Keywords:
land subdivision, zoning, property development, local government authority, real estate, infrastructure, wildfire, wildland urban interface, WUI, building code, fire-resistant construction, defensible space, hazard map, risk map, state building code council, department of natural resources, fire marshal, regional fire defense board, roofing standards, exterior walls
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Jan 14th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Environment, Energy & Technology
Transcript Highlights:
- You can buy sunscreen not available in Hawaii.
- There's no bond for this.
- We haven't had the ability to pass a bond, and I've been in the district 38 years.
- We haven't had the ability to pass a bond. And I've been in the district 38 years.
Committee:
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology
Keywords:
environment, retail bags, sustainability, pollution, customer impact, plastic bags, retail, waste reduction, cookware safety, lead regulation, consumer protection, interstate trade, health standards, SB 5941, Washington State Energy Code, State Building Code Council, renewable energy, solar panels, school district exemption, public school construction
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to Hawaii. >> Senator Lumisaw. >> Thank you, Senator President.
- <00:04:21.120><c> Senate</c><00:04:21.440><c> and</c><00:04:22.240><c> enjoy</c><00:04:22.639><c> Hawaii
- </c><00:04:23.967><c> [applause]</c> the Senate and enjoy Hawaii.
- [applause] the Senate and enjoy Hawaii. [applause] Thank<00:04:25.840><c> you.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Tue Apr 15, 2025, 11:30AM HST - Day 51
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- receipt of Governor's Message No. 11 informing the House that an agreement has been made with the Hawaii
- a resolution, but um I just want to draw attention to our efforts here to focus on the people of Hawaii
- /c><00:20:46.240><c> the</c><00:20:46.480><c> people</c><00:20:46.720><c> of</c><00:20:46.880><c> Hawaii
- </c><00:20:47.440><c> and</c><00:20:48.320><c> the</c> ...focus on the people of Hawaii and the many
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- be assessed, and 2% of the taxes due can be retained by the licensee for record keeping, furnishing bonds
- as too leveraged with debt, and that the utility capital structure is one of the reasons for lower bond
- House Bill 2868 aims to improve financial performance, enhance bond ratings, and lower borrowing costs
- footprint, just last month AEP Texas had its credit rating downgraded by Moody's to just above junk bond
- by 2010, TNP had to file another rate case due to our precarious position, just one step above... bond
Bills:
HB551 , HB 1281 , HB1378 , HB1617 , HB2868 , HB2881 , HB3374 , HB4439 , HB4726 , HB4732 , HB4878 , HB4914 , HB4921 , HB4958 , HB5200 , HB5318 , HB5360 , HB5402 , HB5568 , HB5573 , HB5623 , HJR218
Committee:
House State Affairs
Keywords:
political contributions, address privacy, Texas Ethics Commission, election transparency, campaign finance, international organizations, World Health Organization, jurisdiction, state law, enforcement, United Nations, World Economic Forum, attorney general, Texas attorney general, state sovereignty, legal enforcement, Texas Attorney General, electric energy storage, municipal regulation, county regulation
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:07:30.800><c> in</c> We are convening the 5:15 p.m. agenda here in Conference Room 225 in the Hawaii
- </c><00:08:12.400><c> State</c><00:08:12.639><c> Capital</c><00:08:13.039><c> for</c> 225 in the Hawaii
- State Capital for 225 in the Hawaii State Capital for continued<00:08:13.840><c> discussion</c><00:08
- authorizes DOT and counties to coordinate and share microchip scanners at specific chapter 265A, Hawaii
- They've also marketed Hawaii as Hawaii being our culture, the places that we live and allow our kids
Summary:
The conference committee first took up HB 496 HD2 SD1 on mamaki tea. Members described the agreed conference draft as prohibiting misleading use of Hawaiian words, imagery, place names, and motifs on tea packaging unless all tea or dried leaves were grown, harvested, and dried in Hawaii. The bill also included an appropriation for a measurement standards inspector position at the Hawaii Department of Agriculture, with $65,000 in each of FY 2026 and FY 2027. The House and Senate managers recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted by unanimous votes from the members present, with some members excused.
The committee then recessed and reconvened several times to manage a larger agenda of conference bills, moving some items to later times and rooms. Among the measures adopted were HB 862, addressing school transportation shortages by allowing certain nontraditional vehicles under safety conditions; HB 667, retitled the Microchip Identification Act, requiring DOT and counties to scan deceased cats and dogs for microchips and notify animal services; HB 958, regulating electric bicycles and other micromobility devices with safety, labeling, registration, and age requirements; HB 934, relating to broadband and the digital equity office, with appropriations and positions; HB 960, raising DOT capital advancement contract thresholds and annual caps; HB 697, updating automated speed enforcement rules and appropriating $2 million; and SB 26, creating an affordable housing land inventory task force with a $250,000 appropriation. Each of these measures was adopted with amendments by conference vote, with some members excused and several brief recesses taken for quorum or agenda management.
Not all bills were resolved. HB 732, relating to the film industry tax credit cap, was deferred after conferees said they had not reached agreement, despite comments supporting the industry and local workers. HB 437, concerning an office in the Philippines under DBED, was also deferred for lack of agreement. The committee adjourned after stating that the remaining measures on the agenda would be deferred indefinitely.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Mar 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- students to the Canyon County Fair for that entire time and the Western Idaho Fair, and I served on the Hawaii
- And really I think part of the discussion too is, and I was actually on the Hawaii County Fair Board,
- Part of the discussion too is, and I was actually on the Hawaii County Fair Board, when there was some
- major changes that happened in Canyon County that caused us a lot of issue in Hawaii County because
- of the changes, vast numbers of people were trying to leave Canyon County to come show in Hawaii County
Summary:
The Senate Local Government and Taxation Committee heard House Bill 823, which would preserve county fair boards as governing boards in counties that reach a population threshold, while grandfathering Ada and Canyon counties under their current arrangements. Representative Dygert and several supporters, including fair board members, the Idaho Farm Bureau, and others tied to fairs and 4-H/FFA, argued that governing fair boards help protect agricultural heritage, youth programs, and local expertise, and that the bill would maintain the status quo for counties that currently use governing boards. The Idaho Association of Counties opposed the bill, saying counties should retain flexibility to choose advisory boards and that the 200,000-population cutoff was arbitrary and could create future inconsistency. After debate, the committee first failed a substitute motion to send the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation, then voted to hold House Bill 823 in committee.
The committee then took up House Bill 843, which would eliminate proration of the homeowners exemption and align the statute with prior legislative intent and court rulings. Representative Manwaring explained that the bill would ensure taxpayers receive the exemption for the full year if they qualify at any point during the year, removing proration language that had led to disputes. With no questions or opposition raised, the committee moved House Bill 843 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HSH Public Hearing - Tue Apr 1, 2025 @ 11:30 AM HST
Human Services & Homelessness
Transcript Highlights:
- We only have one item on the agenda today: HCR 37, requesting the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency
- We have Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition in support.
- We have Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition in support, Be Ready Manoa in support, Aloha Care in support
Committee:
House Human Services & Homelessness
Summary:
The Committee on Human Services and Homelessness met on April 1, 2025, to hear one resolution, HCR 37, which asks the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to work with other agencies on initiatives and outreach to help kupuna prepare for emergencies. Supporters, including AARP, Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition, Be Ready Manoa, Aloha Care, and the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, emphasized that older adults are especially vulnerable in disasters and pointed to the Lahaina fire as an example of the need for targeted preparedness efforts. They said the resolution would help focus outreach on kupuna, caregivers, and others who may need assistance.
No opposition was presented, and there were no questions from members. The committee moved to decision making and recommended passing HCR 37 as is. The measure was approved unanimously by the members present, with Rep. Takunuchi excused. The committee then adjourned.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 12th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- By Senator Leason King, whereas Tara Marissa Guting was born on July 19, 1996 in Honolulu, Hawaii, and
- graduated from Mililani High School in Mililani, Hawaii, and whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our
- By Senator Leason King, whereas Tara Marissa Guting was born on July 19, 1996 in Honolulu, Hawaii, and
- graduated from Mililani High School in Mililani, Hawaii, and whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our
Summary:
The Senate convened with all members present, received the journal without objection, and took up messages from the House and first-reading referrals. It then considered Senate Resolution 8672 honoring Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara Marissa Guting, who was killed in the line of duty. Several senators spoke in support, reflecting on her service, the risks faced by troopers, and the importance of motorists slowing down and moving over for emergency vehicles. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and the Senate observed a moment of silence and welcomed members of Trooper Guting’s family and the State Patrol.
The chamber then moved to gubernatorial appointments. Kerry Heaton was confirmed as a member of the Peninsula College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 47-aye, 2 absent. Rebecca A. Chan was confirmed as a member of the Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Bethany J. Martinez was confirmed as a member of the Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Senators speaking in support highlighted each appointee’s community involvement, professional background, and education-related experience.
After the confirmations, the Senate agreed to stand at ease for caucus and lunch until 1 p.m. No other substantive legislative action was taken in the portion provided.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HSH Public Hearing - Wed Apr 16, 2025 @ 1:15 PM HST
Human Services & Homelessness
Transcript Highlights:
- Services and Homelessness, and we have a single item measure on our agenda, SCR 22, which requests the Hawaii
- I'm Audrey Suganakanga Gawa, advocacy director for AARP Hawaii, and we stand in strong support of this
- We also have written testimony in support from Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition, B.
Committee:
House Human Services & Homelessness
Summary:
The Committee on Human Services and Homelessness met on April 16 in Conference Room 430 and considered a single measure, SCR 22, which asks the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to work with relevant agencies on outreach programs to help kupuna prepare for emergencies. The committee noted it had previously heard a similar HCR on the same topic.
AARP Hawaii testified in strong support, saying older adults are often disproportionately affected in major disasters and that coordinated outreach and education for kupuna is important. Written testimony in support was also received from the Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition, B. Redi Manoa, the Kanioha Kaaulu Community Emergency Response Team, and one individual.
There was no opposition or questions from members. The chair recommended passage of the resolution as is, and the committee voted to adopt it, with members present voting aye and several members excused. The meeting then adjourned.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Fifty Six - Wednesday, April 22
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Those are Arizona and Hawaii.
- Arizona and Hawaii, like I said earlier.
- That is Hawaii and Arizona. Not all of Arizona, actually.
- That’s why you can go full-time standard time, like Arizona or Hawaii.
- That's why you can go full-time standard time, like Arizona or Hawaii.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the previous day’s journal, and a long series of special guest introductions. Guests included the Tipton Lady Cardinals girls basketball state champions, FCCLA and FBLA students from several districts, legislative interns and family members, Missouri Rural Water Association members for Water Advocacy Day, Kansas City University medical students, and legislative assistants, who were formally recognized for their work supporting the chamber.
The chamber then took up committee reports and moved several measures. House Substitute for House Committee Substitute for House Bills 3068 and 3049, a broad public-safety vehicle containing multiple provisions, drew debate over its contents, including concerns about anti-trans language and a challenge that it was overly broad, but it passed 117-10 with 17 present. Senate Substitute for Senate Bill 914, dealing with lateral field soil analysis/perk testing, passed 108-34 with one present. Senate Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 1142, a Secretary of State business filing measure for series LLCs, passed 142-0.
The main floor debate centered on House Bill 1758, a daylight-saving-time trigger bill. Supporters argued it would protect Missouri from neighboring states forcing a switch to permanent standard time, preserve tourism and outdoor recreation, and reduce health and safety problems associated with changing clocks. Opponents argued Missouri should instead adopt permanent standard time, citing research on circadian rhythm, health effects, school bus safety, and the state’s prior 1974 experience with permanent daylight saving time. The discussion was extensive and bipartisan in tone, but the transcript ends before any final vote on HB 1758 is recorded.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
WTL Public Hearing 02-05-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Hawaii Ocean Legislative Task Force, in support.
- Hawaii Ocean Legislative Task Force, in support.
- Hawaii Ocean Legislative Task Force, in support.
- Hawaii Ocean Legislative Task Force, in support.
- Hawaii Ocean Legislative Task Force, in support.
Summary:
The committee heard several water, land, and natural resources measures. SB 5 would narrow the definition of historic property to properties eligible for the Hawaii Register of Historic Places or with important Native Hawaiian or ethnic cultural value. The State Historic Preservation Division said the bill would tighten the definition and could reduce or streamline reviews, while one testifier warned it could add another layer of review and delay. Support and opposition were both noted. SB 19 would appropriate funds to DLNR’s Division of Aquatic Resources to establish positions, and it drew strong support from DLNR and multiple ocean and reef advocates.
SB 145, concerning declarations of water shortage and emergency, was supported by the Commission on Water Resource Management and the Board of Water Supply, which said rulemaking would improve transparency and public input. The chair also noted broader public concern about water use and pricing, especially on Maui. SB 44 would prohibit commercial sale of parrotfish caught by spearing and ban spearing them at night; DLNR supported the measure, while several fishers and gathering-rights advocates opposed it, arguing it would restrict traditional gathering and that resource management should focus on fish populations rather than methods. The committee noted 26 communications in support and opposition combined.
SB 427 would bar the state from leasing or extending public land leases to parties in arrears, out of compliance with environmental obligations, or convicted of a crime, and would require gubernatorial certification for certain federal leases. DLNR said existing law and BLNR procedures already address compliance and cure periods, while supporters argued the bill would help ensure accountability for contaminated or poorly managed lands. The committee also began SB 457, dealing with submerged land reclamation and leasing of submerged/tidal lands; DLNR again said current statutes and BLNR protocols were already adequate, describing existing review and enforcement practices for shoreline structures and easements. No votes were taken in the portion provided.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- That is, they invest in publicly traded stocks and bonds.
- Companies issuing publicly traded stocks and bonds.
- So it is anticipated to be in the bond.
- The bond would go to the voters in November, and if the bond passes, then it would be funded.
- If the bond doesn't pass, it would not be funded.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- This clarifies that Act 130, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, which amended the Hawaiian Homes Commission
- 03:18.519><c> of</c> clarifies that act 130 session laws of clarifies that act 130 session laws of Hawaii
- <c> which</c><00:03:20.200><c> amended</c><00:03:20.680><c> the</c><00:03:21.159><c> Hawaiian</c> Hawaii
- 2024 which amended the Hawaiian Hawaii 2024 which amended the Hawaiian home<00:03:22.440><c> Holmes<
- This clarifies the Hawaii Public Housing Authority's powers relating to housing projects.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee met on a decision-making agenda and took up a series of bills, mostly accepting committee recommendations with either technical or substantive amendments. HB 472 would allow digitized identification cards to be accepted as valid ID under certain circumstances; the committee amended it to clarify that a physical ID may still be required where state or federal law demands it, and the measure passed. HB 510 on water shortages and emergencies, HB 871 on the effective date of Act 130 relating to the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, HB 1120 on the Department of Health’s nuisance-abatement authority, and HB 1162 on motorcycle instruction permits all passed with amendments or technical changes. HB 544 establishing a pet insurance framework, HB 995 extending reporting time for firearm carry license reports, HB 10002 extending the White Correctional Oversight Commission coordinator term, HB 1093 clarifying the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s powers, HB 1291 expanding labeling rules for winged brown coffee to roasted coffee, and HB 1348 on public-land recreation leases and county-resident lotteries also passed, with HB 1348 amended to require a lottery within a year of vacancy and to limit renewal conditions.
The committee also discussed HB 76, requiring skateboard users under 16 to wear helmets, and HB 1259, which would change how speed limits can be reduced without an engineering study. One member raised concerns about HB 1259, arguing the language could allow unsafe reductions on state highways; the committee noted a no vote from that member, but the measure still passed. HB 76 initially passed as amended, then the committee briefly revisited it after a member said they had intended to vote no; on revote, the bill was adopted unamended. Throughout the meeting, members generally voiced no objections to the remaining measures, and each bill was reported out with the stated recommendation.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
AGR Public Hearing - Thu Mar 13, 2025 @ 9:15 AM HST
Agriculture & Food Systems
Transcript Highlights:
- Today is March 13, and we are here for the 9:00 a.m. agenda in Room 325 here at the Hawaii State Capitol
- The first testifier on the agenda today is the Hawaii Department of Education.
- 15:25.279><c> is</c> first testifier on the agenda today is first testifier on the agenda today is Hawaii
- Next we have Agri-Business Development Corporation in support, Hawaii Farm Bureau.
- BR Meot here on behalf of the Hawaii Farm Bureau. We stand on our written testimony and support.
Committee:
House Agriculture & Food Systems
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate State Governmental Affairs Committee Jan 21st, 2026
State Governmental Affairs
Bills:
SB7 , SB22 , SB39 , SB40 , SB45 , SB46 , SB86 , SB95 , SB107 , SB7 , SB22 , SB39 , SB40 , SB45 , SB46 , SB86 , SB95 , SB107
Committee:
Senate State Governmental Affairs
Keywords:
voting rights, absentee ballot, protected classes, Alabama Voting Rights Act, felony conviction, election integrity, preclearance, Alabama Jobs Act, incentives, job creation, economic development, recapture provisions, capital investment, employment, board governance, occupational licensing, Sunset Law, public accountability, training requirements, SB40