HI Legislation | 2014 | Regular Session | House | Introduced

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HB1914Intro

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Requires that conveyances, transfers, and exchanges of property listed or eligible for inclusion in the Hawaii Register of Historic Places be subject to review and advance the interest of historic preservation. (HB1914 HD1)
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2014-02-12
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Fale, Har voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Hanohano voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll, Mizuno, Oshiro excused (4).
HB1533Intro

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Prioritizes the expenditure of moneys from the Agricultural Development and Food Security Special Fund for the growth and development in the State of food for humans and feed for animals. (HB1533 HD2)
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2014-02-12
Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Fale voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Hanohano voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll, Mizuno, Oshiro excused (4).
HB1878Intro

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Requires the PUC to create an interconnection fee schedule for solar energy generating facilities that provides reduced fees for facilities that have a battery back-up system.
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2014-02-12
The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2640Intro

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Requires the land use commission to automatically reevaluate boundary amendment decisions after 10 years if the landowner has not made efforts to use the land in accordance with the boundary amendment. (HD1)
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2014-02-12
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2070Intro

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Establishes a watershed initiatives program in DLNR. Subjects program employees to the civil service laws. Appropriates funds for FY 2014-2015.
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2014-02-12
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2323Intro

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Increases the prevailing wage penalty from $1,000 to $10,000 per project and $100 to $1,000 per day. Makes general contractors secondarily liable for wages and penalties remaining unpaid by subcontractors and their agents 21 days after notice of viol...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Fale, Fukumoto, Hanohano, Johanson, Matsumoto, McDermott, Ward voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2151Intro

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Appropriates funds for an engineering assessment and study of the proposal to establish a laser optical communications ground station in Hawaii. Appropriation. Effective January 20, 2050. (HB2151 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2136Intro

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Increases the minimum hourly wage to $8.00 per hour in 01/01/2015, $8.50 in 01/01/2016, and $9.00 in 01/01/2017. Increases the tip credit to $1.00. Requires employers to increase wages of non-tipped employees by $1.00 if using the tip credit for thei...
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2127Intro

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Establishes the public-private finance initiative (PPFI). Requires the PPFI to initiate a pilot project. Appropriates an unspecified amount of funds for the PPFI. Effective January 20, 2050. Repeals on July 1, 2018. (HB2127 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1623Intro

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Increases the minimum hourly wage to $10.00 per hour, effective 01/01/2015. Increases the tip credit to $1.25.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2237Intro

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Requires prisoners to exhaust administrative remedies before bringing a civil court action. Effective July 1, 2050. (HB2237 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2617Intro

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Prohibits technology businesses from using noncompete agreements and restrictive covenants which forbid postemployment competition.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EDB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1584Intro

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Establishes a renewable energy facility siting process to expedite the review and action upon state and county permits necessary for the siting, development, construction, and operation of a renewable energy facility.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2505Intro

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Establishes penalties for caregivers who fail to report the death or disappearance of a child to law enforcement or who provide false information to law enforcement authorities.
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2290Intro

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Allows the Department of Human Services to draw from other funds appropriated to the Department of Human Services to maintain the level of General Assistance benefits payments set at the beginning of each fiscal year for the entire fiscal year. Effec...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2502Intro

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Provides for involuntary termination of parental rights in cases of incest. Provides for denial of custody and visitation rights of convicted parent and preserves the custodial parent's right to court ordered child support.
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1765Intro

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Establishes a task force in the Department of Land and Natural Resources to investigate and make recommendations on sustainable management and regulated harvesting of native sandalwood. Makes appropriation. Effective July 1, 2014. (HB1765 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Re-referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 20
HB2471Intro

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Raises the contract amount threshold for verifying offeror compliance from $2,500 to $5,000.
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2658Intro

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Includes fuel cell electric vehicles in the definition of electric vehicles for purposes of parking exemptions, HOV lane use, registration, and required parking spaces in places of public accommodation. For state and county vehicle purchases, grants ...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on TRN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2278Intro

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Increases the minimum hourly wage to $8.75 on January 1, 2015, $9.50 on January 1, 2016, and $10.00 on January 1, 2017.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2040Intro

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Establishes a Comprehensive Maternal and Child Health Quality Improvement Program and Hawaii Maternal and Child Health Quality Improvement Collaborative within the Department of Health. Requires the Department of Health to develop and publish a strat...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2126Intro

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Appropriates funds for the design and construction of the Manoa Learning Exchange. Effective July 1, 2014.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on HED recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1861Intro

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Amends procedures of the HCDA to require additional public notice and public input for development projects and rule changes. Establishes additional requirements for development projects before HCDA approval can be granted. Creates appeal process for...
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2348Intro

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Amends or deletes statutes containing federal commercial driver's licensing requirements that are addressed in Hawaii Administrative Rules.
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on CPC/JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2141Intro

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Establishes the Hawaii Community-based Renewable Energy Program to make renewable energy more accessible to more Hawaii residents and businesses currently unable to participate in clean energy generation. Effective June 15, 2750. (HB2141 HD1)
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EDB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HR20Intro

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Encouraging The Department Of Public Safety And The University Of Hawaii System To Address The Shortage Of Highly Educated And Qualified Adult Corrections Officers.
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2014-02-11
To House Public Safety Committee
HB1864Intro

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Repeals the Hawaii Community Development Authority.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1490Intro

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Requires certain diesel-powered electrical power generators to be equipped with diesel particulate filters that remove no less than 85% of the particulate matter.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1809Intro

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Establishes the task force on medicaid payment and reimbursement. Appropriates funds for the staffing, operations, and convening of the task force. Effective July 1, 2014.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on HUS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2249Intro

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Clarifies that fraudulently applying for or renewing medical assistance benefits is a class C felony regardless of whether the offender is a provider or a recipient. Specifies the amount of restitution when the fraud is committed by a recipient of me...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1636Intro

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Authorizes additional land court fees to be established by court or administrative rule.
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2014-02-11
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2657Intro

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Gives preference in public procurement to companies that conduct repair and maintenance locally.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EDB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2305Intro

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Authorizes an emergency appropriation to the department of health, for ongoing services provided by the developmental disabilities division to persons with developmental disabilities in Hawaii's COFA population. Effective July 1, 2050. (HB2305 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB359Intro

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Authorizes administrative inspections within the West Hawaii regional fishery management area. (HD1)
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on JUD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1488Intro

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Increases the minimum wage by $1 on 7/1/14, 1/1/15, and 1/1/16, respectively.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1860Intro

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Amends HCDA public notice requirements and requirements for project approval. Creates an administrative appeal process with available judicial review for HCDA decisions or actions.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1879Intro

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Establishes solar shade regulations to protect solar energy system owners from shading caused by trees and shrubs on adjacent properties.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1717Intro

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Establishes specific offenses for which evidence shall be retained. Allows law enforcement agencies to petition the court to dispose of biological evidence. Requires the court to use a preponderance of evidence standard in determining whether to allo...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB2022Intro

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Requires state departments with responsibilities for the design and construction of public buildings, facilities, and schools to design and construct such facilities to obtain LEED certification for all newly-constructed facilities and to obtain LEED...
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on EEP recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2291Intro

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Establishes the Interim Assistance Reimbursement Special Fund, into which reimbursements received from the Social Security Administration are deposited for repayment of temporary General Assistance for recipients who are retroactively approved for Su...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1890Intro

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Increases the hourly minimum wage to $7.75 on January 1, 2015, $8.25 on January 1, 2016, $8.75 on January 1, 2017, and $9.00 on January 1, 2018. Effective July 1, 2014.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2216Intro

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Establishes a separate bargaining unit for employees of the HHSC. Authorizes HHSC to withhold or alter the benefits packages of certain employees.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on LAB/HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1854Intro

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Designates odors, filth, and the infestation of rodents or pests resulting from the storage of personal property that is not maintained or kept in good order as a nuisance for the purpose of nuisance abatement. Authorizes imposition of abatement reme...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with Representative(s) Awana, Hanohano, Jordan, Oshiro voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1892Intro

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Clarifies that the recovery of overissuances of supplemental nutrition assistance program assistance and for the recovery of all public assistance overpayments shall be made to the maximum extent allowable by federal regulations.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on HUS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1850Intro

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Imposes a conveyance tax on the conveyance of a controlling interest of an entity with an interest in real property in the State. Effective July 1, 2020. (HB1850 HD1)
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Fale, Fukumoto, Hanohano voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) McDermott voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB274Intro

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Creates procedural and administrative requirements for law enforcement agencies for eyewitness identifications of suspects in criminal investigations. Grants a defendant the right to challenge any eyewitness identification to be used at trial in a pr...
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on JUD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB2296Intro

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Restore the second deputy position for the department of human services.
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
HB1540Intro

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Requires Orders of Support to itemize the amount of the attorney's fees and prohibits the Child Support Enforcement Agency from enforcing the attorney's fees portion of the order. Effective January 1, 2015.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on HUS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1835Intro

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Requires the Department of Taxation to develop a plan and proposed legislation to implement a flat income tax no later than the 2017 taxable year. Dedicates a percentage of the flat income tax to medicaid.
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2014-02-11
The committee(s) on HUS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
HB1617Intro

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Amends the definition of "remnant" of public land to revoke DLNR's authority for direct disposition of public land that is culturally significant and not a liability and to require adherence to the constitutional mandate to conserve and protect natur...
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2014-02-11
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with Representative(s) Awana, Cullen, Fale, Hanohano, Har, Kawakami, Morikawa, Oshiro voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cachola, Carroll excused (2).
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