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Bill · GM 817In progress2mo agoInforming the Senate that on August 9, 2026, he has appointed Danielle M. Bass to the Senate, effective immediately, to serve as the Senator from the 18th…
Governor Josh Green appoints Danielle M.
AI & Privacy · Government & Ethics
Bill · SB 847Became law3mo agoRELATING TO PSYCHOLOGISTS. · Sponsors: Dru Kanuha (D), Joy San Buenaventura (D) +1 more · 1 cosponsor
Upon approval, qualified clinical psychologists could prescribe certain mental health medicines to patients at federally qualified health centers in Kauai County for a three-year pilot.
Government & Ethics · Healthcare
Bill · GM 1370In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 16, 2026, the following bill became law without the Governor's signature: SB847 SD2 HD2 CD1 (Act 266).
The text says a three-year pilot would let qualified psychologists prescribe certain mental health medicines to some patients on Kauai and Hawaii Island.
Government & Ethics · Healthcare
Bill · HB 2021Became law3mo agoRELATING TO TRANSPORTATION. · Sponsors: Adrian Tam (D), Andrew Garrett (D) +22 more
Electric bicycle riders, sellers, and other device users would follow detailed riding, registration, labeling, age, helmet, and location rules.
Consumer Protection · Public Safety
Bill · HB 2023Became law3mo agoRELATING TO TRANSPORTATION. · Sponsors: Cory Chun (D), Darius Kila (D) +1 more
If enacted, Hawaii would require new passenger vehicles to warn drivers about major speeding and would let courts use speed-limiting systems for certain repeat offenders beginning in 2030.
Criminal Justice · Public Safety
Bill · SB 2999Became law3mo agoRELATING TO A CLEAN FUEL STANDARD. · Sponsors: C., Chris Lee (D)
If approved, the transportation department would adopt rules by January 1, 2028, to lower the average emissions tied to fuels used in transportation.
Economy & Jobs · Environment & Energy
Bill · GM 1360In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor returned the following bill with specific appropriation item(s) stricken or reduced: SB2600 SD1…
The governor’s notice reduces a planned $50 million state reserve deposit to $1 for fiscal year 2026–2027.
Criminal Justice · Emergency Management
Bill · GM 1361In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2999 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 258).
Hawaii's transportation department would set fuel pollution rules by 2028, with gasoline and diesel standards starting in 2029 and targets extending through 2045.
Environment & Energy · Mental Health
Bill · SB 2851Became law3mo agoRELATING TO DEAF INDIVIDUALS. · Sponsors: Angus McKelvey (D), Brandon Elefante (D) +5 more · 1 cosponsor
If approved, qualifying deaf vehicle owners could request a county registration alert so police checking the vehicle’s information know the owner is deaf.
Disability Rights · National Security
Bill · GM 1364In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2851 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 261).
Starting January 1, 2027, deaf vehicle owners could apply for a registration marker that alerts law enforcement when officers check vehicle information.
Disability Rights · National Security
Bill · GM 1368In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2600 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 265).
Hawaii would put up to $50 million from general revenues into its emergency reserve for fiscal year 2026–2027.
Emergency Management · Mental Health
Bill · SB 3234Became law3mo agoRELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY. · Sponsors: Karl Rhoads (D), Rachele Lamosao (D) +1 more · 5 cosponsors
If it takes effect, the measure would provide the transportation department with money to install all-way crosswalks near school properties in fiscal year 2026–2027.
Bill · GM 1362In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2021 HD2 SD2 CD1 (ACT 259).
People who ride, sell or distribute electric bicycles and other small motorized devices would follow rules on riding, public access, labeling and supervision.
Government & Ethics · Public Safety
Bill · GM 1366In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2338 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 263).
Hawaii housing agencies would face new contract limits, while two agencies could set higher salary caps for their executive directors with approval.
Civil Rights & Voting · Economy & Jobs
Bill · GM 1367In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2344 HD1 SD2 CD1 (ACT 264).
A state commission would review public schools and make binding recommendations about closures or changes, with state education leaders required to carry them out.
Civil Rights & Voting · Education
Bill · GM 1369In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor returned the following bill without approval: SB3262 SD1 HD1 CD1
The plan would have the Board of Education choose the teacher standards board’s director from three nominees, with Senate advice and consent, but the governor returned it without approval.
Bill · GM 1363In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2023 HD2 SD1 CD1 (ACT 260).
Hawaii's transportation director would oversee speed assistance devices, while some drivers facing license suspensions could drive with a device and required insurance.
Criminal Justice · Public Safety
Bill · GM 1365In progress3mo agoInforming the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB3234 SD2 HD1 CD1 (ACT 262).
Hawaii would provide up to $2 million for the transportation department to add pedestrian safety improvements, mainly at sites next to schools.
Consumer Protection · Public Safety
Bill · HB 2344Became law3mo agoRELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES. · Sponsors: Andrew Garrett (D), Cory Chun (D) +14 more
A temporary nine-member commission would review Hawaii public schools, recommend consolidations or closures, and send one package to the governor and legislature.
Education · Government & Ethics
Bill · SB 2600Became law3mo agoRELATING TO THE GENERAL FUND. · Sponsor: Donovan Dela Cruz (D)
This vetoed measure would let eligible Hawaii residents claim a refundable 2026 tax credit and would direct unspecified amounts to two state funds.
Disability Rights · Emergency Management