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SB782PassProhibits any person from knowingly or intentionally possessing, constructing, setting off, igniting, discharging, or otherwise causing to explode any homemade explosive device. Establishes a violation of this prohibition as a class C felony. (SB782 ...
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 222, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1326).
SB975PassSpecifies required contents of the record of award when a certified real estate appraiser acts as an arbitrator in an arbitration proceeding to determine the fair market value, fair rental value, or fair and reasonable rent of real estate; requires c...
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 227, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1331).
SB217VetoEliminates the statute of limitations for civil actions brought by persons subjected to sexual offenses as a minor against the natural person who committed the act or acts constituting the sexual offense. Authorizes suits against a legal entity in ce...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1350).
HB318PassEstablishes a interagency task force on vog to discuss the impact of vog on the people of Hawaii and find ways to address these issues. (SD2)
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 229, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1333).
SB1417VetoEstablishes the minimum number of members necessary to constitute a quorum to do business at ten. Establishes the number of votes necessary to validate any action of the Council as the concurrence of at least a majority of quorum. Repeal June 30, 201...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1352).
HB1654VetoTerminates a conditional use permit issued by a county agency to facilities intended for group living facilities or group homes that do not use the permits or cease operations for one year. (HB1654 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1345).
HB1230VetoExempts construction of certain nonresidential structures used for agricultural or aquacultural operations from county building permit requirements, under certain conditions. Effective
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1344).
SB1213PassEstablishes a temporary task force to review state and county administrative rules to be amended or repealed to expedite and make less burdensome the permitting and approval process. Effective on approval. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 218, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1322).
SB590VetoExtends the sunset date of the legislative federal economic stimulus program oversight commission from June 30, 2011, to December 31, 2011. Effective June 29, 2011. (SB590 HD2)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1351).
SB1493VetoRequires every new and replacement outdoor light fixtures to be fully shielded beginning on July 1, 2013, with certain exemptions. Specifies that replacement of existing roadway lighting may be partially shielded under certain conditions. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1353).
HB1155VetoSpecifying class A and B felonies that require mandatory minimum prison terms under the repeat offender statute. Reinstating, adding, and deleting certain class C felonies that require the mandatory minimum prison terms under the repeat offender stat...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1343).
SB631PassIncreases, with certain limitations, the areas within agricultural lands in which solar energy facilities may be constructed. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 217, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1321).
SB1274PassProvides uniform standards for external review procedures based on the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Uniform Health Carrier External Review Model Act, to comply with the requirements of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable ...
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 230, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1334).
HB1164PassAuthorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to consider the sale or exchange of Sand Island parcels to leaseholders. Requires a report of findings and recommendations to the Legislature. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB1164 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 235, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1339).
HB667VetoCreates the food safety and security program within the Department of Agriculture. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB667 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1342).
SB1511PassIncreases the maximum lease terms for aquaculture operations from 35 to 65 years. Allows aquaculture operations in good standing to renew their lease. Allows for supportive aquaculture activities. Defines "aquaculture" under Section 171-59(b), Hawaii...
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 232, on 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1336).
HB680PassRepeals the requirement that the Hawaii Community Development Authority consider recommendations by the Kakaako Makai Community Planning Advisory Council in developing, accepting, and implementing any plans for the Kakaako makai area. (HB680 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 234, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1338).
HB1405PassRequires the Office of Planning to establish a statewide system of greenways and trails. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB1405 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 233, on 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1337).
HB56VetoPermits family court to award reasonable visitation to grandparents if the denial of visitation would cause significant harm to the child. Establishes a rebuttable presumption that visitation decisions made by a parent are in the best interests of th...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1340).
SB1530PassAuthorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to extend leases of public lands for hotel or resort use upon approval of a proposed development agreement to make substantial improvements to the existing improvements. Repeals 12/31/2015. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 219, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1323).
SB1533PassClarifies that a person commits the offense of cruelty to animals in the second degree if the person kills without need any animal other than insects, vermin, or other pests; provided they are handled in accordance with standard and acceptable pest c...
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 226, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1330).
HB1505PassEstablishes the state facility renovation partnership program. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB1505 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 231, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1335).
SB11PassCreates a task force to determine whether a new Department of the Sheriff is needed, and if its establishment is feasible and needed, to begin the planning process. Report to the Legislature. Effective July 1, 2011. (SB11 HD2)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 215, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1319).
SB1559VetoEstablishes incentives for important agricultural lands. (SB1559 HD2)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1354).
HB1134PassRepeals part V of the Hawaii Prepaid Health Care Act and Act 99, Session Laws of Hawaii 1994, relating to the future termination of the prepaid health care law. (SD2)
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2011-07-12
(S) Act 228, 7/12/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1332).
SB23VetoEstablishes within the Department of Land and Natural Resources, the aha kiole advisory council, which may advise the Office of the Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources and the Legislature on issues related to land and natural resou...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1346).
HB1138PassAuthorizes a lien on an attorney's firm for unpaid certified shorthand reporter services requested by the attorney. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB1138 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 223, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1327).
HB739PassRequires that the primary caregiver be a certified nurse aide and the substitute caregiver be a nurse aide who has completed certain training in community care foster family homes approved for a maximum of three clients. Requires community care foste...
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 221, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1325).
SB40VetoEstablishes a tracking system for the sale of products containing pseudoephedrine or ephedrine base. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1347).
SB44VetoRequires the department of public safety to establish performance indicators for inmate reentry system. Requires reports, using key performance indicators, to be provided to the legislature. Creates the corrections and program report as a consolidat...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1348).
SB45PassRepeals the civil service exemptions for the first and second deputy sheriffs. Effective 1/1/2012. (CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 216, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1320).
SB49VetoRequires the director of public safety to report to the governor, and the governor to report to the legislature, any death of an inmate or correctional facility employee within forty-eight hours. Requires the director of public safety to immediately ...
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1349).
HB761PassChanges references in the Hawaii Revised Statutes by substituting "intellectual disabilities", or like term, wherever the term "mental retardation", or like term, appears. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB761 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(H) Act 220, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1324).
SB173PassProhibits the sale or distribution of novelty lighters within the State. (SB173 HD2)
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 224, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1328).
SB946PassPermits a court to allow a petition, complaint, motion, temporary restraining order or an injunction from further harassment, or other document to be filed identifying the parties as "jane doe" or "john doe under certain circumstances. Permits the co...
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2011-07-12
(S) Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 225, 7/12/2011, (Gov. Msg. No. 1329).
HB545VetoRequires electronic voter registration on the website of the office of elections by January 1, 2014. Establishes requirements for online voter registration, including identification and affidavits. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB545 CD1)
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2011-07-12
(S) Vetoed on 07-12-11 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1341).
HB320PassExempts a real estate licensee who provides an opinion as to the estimated price of real estate from the requirement for licensure as an appraiser subject to certain conditions. (SD1)
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 212, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1316).
HB985PassAllows construction projects to be solicited through request for proposals to use the design-build method. Authorizes the procurement officer to pay a conceptual design fee to unsuccessful offerors. Clarifies process of short-listing of offerors. Eff...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 211, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1315).
SB229PassProhibits employers from discriminating against victims of domestic or sexual violence in certain employment-related situations if the victim notifies the employer of such status or the employer has actual knowledge. Requires an employer to make reas...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 206, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1310).
SB298PassEstablishes an organizational and regulatory framework for sustainable business corporations. (CD1)
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 209, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1313).
HB331PassAllows the Board of Land and Natural Resources to extend the fixed rental period or term of certain leases; provided that the aggregate of the initial term and any extension granted does not exceed sixty-five years. (HB331 CD1)
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 207, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1311).
SB98PassRequires public hearings subject to specified notice requirements before Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approval of a water carrier's certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN); specifies required findings for a CPCN; requires posting ...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 213, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1317).
SB1244PassModifies the renewable energy facility siting process to include biofuel production facilities and distribution infrastructure with capacity to produce or distribute one hundred thousand gallons or more of biofuel annually. (CD1)
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2011-07-11
(S) Act 199, 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1303).
HB389PassEstablishes the Heeia community development district in Koolaupoko, Oahu. (SD2)
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 210, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1314).
HB688PassRequires the Board of Education to monitor compliance with Department of Education rules or statutes covering bullying, cyberbullying, or harassment and to establish reporting requirements for the Department of Education. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB6...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 214, on 7/11/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1318).
HB227PassMakes entering or remaining unlawfully on unimproved or unused agricultural lands without permission an offense of criminal trespass in the second degree if the lands are fenced, enclosed, or secured, or a sign is displayed. Establishes limited liabi...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 208, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1312).
HB866PassAllows beekeepers to register with the Department of Agriculture. Effective July 1, 2011. (HB866 CD1)
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2011-07-11
(S) Act 200, 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1304).
HB1520PassDirects the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to investigate an On-bill Financing Program (Program) for residential electric utility customers to finance purchases of energy efficient or renewable energy devices and systems through their regular elec...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 204, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1308).
HB122PassExtends the repeal date of Act 173 (2009), which exempts renewable energy projects from subdivision requirements on State agricultural or conservation lands from July 1, 2013, to July 1, 2020. Clarifies that wind energy projects are included in the e...
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2011-07-11
(S) Act 201, 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1305).
SB146PassRequires the energy resources coordinator to conduct a study and issue a preliminary and final report on the conditions and policies necessary to expand biofuel production in the State to displace a significant amount of petroleum-based liquid fuel. ...
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2011-07-11
(H) Act 203, on 7/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1307).
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