Hawaii Representative Scott Saiki [D]

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HIHB717PassProhibits under certain circumstances state employees from appointing, hiring, promoting, or retaining relatives and household members and from making or participating in certain other employment-related decisions and from awarding a contract to or o...
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2023-07-12
Became law without the Governor's signature, Act 261, 07/11/2023, (Gov. Msg. No. 1375).
HIHB1090VetoSpecifies the methods by which the Department of Land and Natural Resources can issue new ocean recreation commercial permits and renew existing ocean recreation commercial permits. Specifies that new permits for ocean recreation management areas and...
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2023-07-07
Vetoed on 07-07-23 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1372).
HIHB1081PassClarifies the penalty to be assessed on any person who intentionally operates a care facility without a certificate or license. (SD1)
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2023-07-07
Act 251, 07/07/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1354).
HIHB1088VetoAmends the conditions, manner, and areas in which the Commission on Water Resource Management of the Department of Land and Natural Resources can declare and provide notice of water shortages and emergencies. (CD1)
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2023-07-07
Vetoed on 07-07-23 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1371).
HIHB999VetoAmends the composition of the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation Board of Directors to include the Chairperson of the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii, unless the Chairperson, with the approval of the Board of Regents, designates a...
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2023-07-07
Vetoed on 07-07-23 - Returned from the Governor without approval (Gov. Msg. No. 1370).
HIHB118PassClarifies that each county may, by ordinance, designate certain sections of county highways as areas in which stopping, standing, or parking vehicles is prohibited or restricted. Provides that any federal or state agency authorizing a road closure sh...
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2023-07-06
Act 239, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1342).
HIHB1108PassAmends the law relating to vehicle weight violations by replacing the fine schedule and increasing the potential fines based on multitude and magnitude of vehicle weight violations. (SD1)
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2023-07-06
Act 241, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1344).
HIHB1104PassRepeals exemption relating to the issuance of citations for violations of section 291-35, HRS, relating to vehicle gross weight, axle, and wheel loads. (SD1)
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2023-07-06
Act 240, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1343).
HIHB1101PassEstablishes a fee cap amount for county stormwater user fees that may be charged against or collected from the Department of Transportation of $1,500,000 in the aggregate per year. Prohibits any county from denying services to the Department of Trans...
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2023-07-06
Act 234, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1337).
HIHB1091PassRequires disclosure of all existing permitted and unpermitted erosion control structures on the parcel in real estate transactions when residential real property lies adjacent to the shoreline. Effective 11/1/2023. (CD1)
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2023-07-06
Act 231, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1334).
HIHB1079PassRevises chapter 342D, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to add definitions that are consistent with federal Clean Water Act regulations. Clarifies the Director of Health's role as a certifying agency, including enforcement of water quality certifications, and...
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2023-07-06
Act 233, 07/06/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1336).
HIHB369PassExempts a public utility and water carrier from obtaining the required public utilities commission authorization when: disposing of a fully depreciated asset or property with a zero net book value, if the disposal is made to an unaffiliated entity an...
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2023-07-05
Act 178, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1281).
HIHB1033PassAdds to the state building code council a voting member representing the Hawaii emergency management agency. (CD1)
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2023-07-05
Act 184, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1287).
HIHB1036PassFormally establishes the Hawaii State Fusion Center as a program under the Office of Homeland Security to be transferred to the Department of Law Enforcement on 1/1/2024, and delineates its roles and responsibilities. (SD1)
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2023-07-05
Act 185, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1288).
HIHB1037PassAmends provisions related to the Statewide Interoperable Communications Executive Committee to reflect the migration of the Office of Homeland Security from the Department of Defense to the Department of Law Enforcement on 1/1/2024. Effective 1/1/202...
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2023-07-05
Act 186, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1289).
HIHB953PassRequires DLNR to develop and publish a website and mobile application that includes the application processes, including a means of collecting any fees, for a permit, license, or reservation needed to conduct recreational and commercial activities in...
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2023-07-05
Act 182, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1285).
HIHB972PassAdds revenue generated by the State Veterinary Laboratory and Animal Disease Control Branch as sources for the Animal Industry Special Fund and clarifies that the funds from the special fund may be expended to make laboratory improvements. (CD1)
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2023-07-05
Act 215, 07/05/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1318).
HIHB1027PassEnables timely, coordinated, and efficient regulation of money transmission companies to achieve financial stability and economic growth, while providing consumer protection. Allows the State to share resources, data, and technology tools with other ...
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2023-07-05
Act 183, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1286).
HIHB1058PassRequires an adopted individual to be considered a child of both the adopted and natural parents for the sole purpose of determining familial relationships for purposes of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. (SD1)
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2023-07-05
Act 187, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1290).
HIHB1509PassEstablishes a Planned Community Association Oversight Task Force to examine the rights afforded to owners in condominium property regimes and determine the feasibility of extending any of those rights to members of planned community associations. Est...
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2023-07-05
Act 189, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1292).
HIHB1045PassRequires a minor student's parent or legal guardian, rather than the student, to produce the required student records when transferring schools. Clarifies that emancipated minors may produce the required student records when transferring schools. Cla...
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2023-07-03
Act 168, 07/03/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1271).
HIHB300PassAppropriates funds for the operating and capital improvement budget of the Executive Branch for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. (CD1)
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2023-06-30
Act 164, 06/30/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1267).
HIHB710PassProvides that a person commits a class B felony offense of obstruction of justice if the person intentionally influences; obstructs; impedes; or endeavors to influence, obstruct, or impede, the due administration of justice by means of force, threat ...
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2023-06-30
Act 137, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1240).
HIHB704PassProvides an exemption for flatbed trucks from registration renewals and initial registrations of motor carrier vehicles when used as marine terminal equipment temporarily moving in or between certain terminals. Adds new terminal locales and roadways ...
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2023-06-30
Act 145, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1248).
HIHB1097PassUpdates the Uniform Controlled Substances Act by adding substances scheduled under federal law. (SD1)
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2023-06-30
Act 162, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1265).
HIHB1113PassAuthorizes moneys in the state highway fund to be expended to maintain the drug and alcohol toxicology testing laboratory. Authorizes moneys in the drug and alcohol toxicology testing laboratory special fund to be administered and expended by the Dep...
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2023-06-30
Act 148, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1251).
HIHB954PassIncreases the household and dependent care services tax credit for five years. Increases the refundable earned income tax credit for five years. Increases the income thresholds and credit amounts of the refundable food/excise tax credit for five year...
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2023-06-30
Act 163, 06/30/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1266).
HIHB950PassAuthorizes psychiatrists or advanced practice registered nurses, after examination of a person for assisted community treatment indication, to request assistance from the attorney general to file an assisted community treatment petition. Authorizes t...
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2023-06-30
Act 153, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1256).
HIHB980PassAllows notice of a bond or recognizance forfeiture to be sent to either the surety (bond company) or surety insurer (insurance company), by certified mail, to start the thirty-day forfeiture countdown for the surety or surety insurer to locate and su...
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2023-06-30
Act 154, 06/29/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1257).
HIHB141PassBeginning 1/1/2025, requires each state legislator to include within the legislator's disclosure of financial interests the names of certain lobbyists with whom the legislator has a relationship. Effective 1/1/2025. (SD1)
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2023-06-23
Act 123, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1224).
HIHB92PassIncreases the amount of fine from $1,000 to $5,000 that may be assessed against a noncandidate committee making only independent expenditures that has received at least 1 contribution of more than $10,000, or spent more than $10,000 in an election pe...
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2023-06-23
Act 121, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1222).
HIHB91PassDeems the right to a contested case hearing waived if a person fails to request the hearing within thirty days after receipt of the Campaign Spending Commission's preliminary determination. Allows the Commission to file its order in the First Circuit...
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2023-06-23
Act 120, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1221).
HIHB712PassEncourages boards to maintain recordings of board meetings on the board's website regardless of whether the written minutes of the meeting have been posted. Requires boards to provide the State Archives with a copy of any recording of a board meeting...
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2023-06-23
Act 125, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1226).
HIHB986PassEstablishes the class C felony offense of official misconduct to prohibit a person, in the person's official capacity, from acting or refraining from performing an official duty with the intent to obtain a benefit other than the person's lawful compe...
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2023-06-23
Act 130, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1231).
HIHB983PassDefines the term "public servant" in section 701-108, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to clarify the scope and applicability of provisions related to the time limitations to bring prosecution based on misconduct in office. (SD2)
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2023-06-23
Act 124, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1225).
HIHB1502PassLimits compelled disclosure of sources or unpublished information for journalists, newscasters, and persons participating in collection or dissemination of news or information of substantial public interest. Establishes exceptions. (CD1)
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2023-06-23
Act 126, 06/23/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1227).
HIHB1082PassAuthorizes the department of health to allow a patient's written certification to be valid for three years. Defines "waiting room" within a medical cannabis retail dispensing location and clarifies public access to the waiting room. Amends the rulema...
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2023-06-22
Act 108, 06/22/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1209).
HIHB992PassClarifies that certain funds appropriated pursuant to Act 88, SLH 2021, as amended by Act 248, SLH 2022, shall be deposited into the affordable homeownership revolving fund for the purposes for which the revolving fund was established. (CD1)
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2023-06-21
Act 093, 06/21/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1194).
HIHB948PassEstablishes a two-year child and adolescent crisis mobile outreach team pilot program on Oahu and one neighbor island site to expand existing crisis response services. Appropriates funds. Sunsets 12/31/2025. (CD1)
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2023-06-14
Act 089, 06/14/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1190).
HIHB97PassRequires the Campaign Spending Commission to serve preliminary determinations of probable cause via first-class mail. Establishes a presumption of receipt when mailed to the address contained in the candidate or committee organizational report. (SD1)
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2023-06-07
Act 069, 06/07/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1169).
HIHB133PassAppropriates moneys to fund the operating expenses of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs for the fiscal biennium beginning on 7/1/2023 and ending on 6/30/2025. (CD1)
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2023-06-07
Act 071, 06/07/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1171).
HIHB382PassAppropriates funds for the Judiciary for the fiscal biennium beginning 7/1/2023 and ending 6/30/2025. (CD1)
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2023-06-07
Act 070, 06/07/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1170).
HIHB1100PassConforms Hawaii income and estate and generation-skipping transfer tax laws to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended as of 12/31/2022. (SD2)
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2023-06-05
Act 056, 06/05/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1156).
HIHB1018PassAmends various general fund appropriations to help the State meet its American Rescue Plan Act maintenance of effort obligations. Effective 6/29/2023. (CD1)
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2023-06-01
Act 035, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1135).
HIHB1020PassIncreases from $1,300,000 to $3,000,000 the amount of moneys that may be carried over on June 30 of each fiscal year in the unclaimed property trust fund. Effective 6/29/2023. (CD1)
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2023-06-01
Act 036, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1136).
HIHB1004PassProvides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining unit (5) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fisc...
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2023-06-01
Act 032, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1132).
HIHB1022PassAppropriates funds to various programs to cover anticipated operating shortfalls due to the limited ability of a department to transfer funds between programs of that department. (CD1)
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2023-06-01
Act 037, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1137).
HIHB1006PassProvides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining unit (7) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representative for fisc...
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2023-06-01
Act 033, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1133).
HIHB977PassAbolishes the Community Council on Purchase of Health and Human Services. (SD1)
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2023-06-01
Act 044, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1144).
HIHB1000PassProvides appropriations for collective bargaining cost items for the members of bargaining units (1) and (10) and their excluded counterparts, including the cost of salary adjustments negotiated between the State and the bargaining unit representativ...
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2023-06-01
Act 030, 06/01/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1130).
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