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The 2014 Regular Session will begin on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. That means that now is the time to talk with the legislators! Let them know your ideas for bills and resolutions you'd like to see introduced. Let them know what priorities you'd like them to focus on. And don't forget to mark your calendar -- the Public Access Room (PAR)... Read More Gear up for the 2014 Regular Session...
The 2013 Second Special Session is underway, and measures being considered and their hearing notices are posted on the website. Please let the Public Access Room know if you need help finding anything, or have questions about the legislative process. (808/587-0478 or [email protected]). The bill regarding same sex marriage, SB1 Relating to Equal Rights, is now scheduled for a third reading... Read More 2013 Second Special Session Underway...
A bill regarding same sex marriage (SB1 Relating to Equal Rights) and its first public hearing notice are now posted on the Second Special Session's webpage. The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) has scheduled the hearing for Monday, October 28, at 10:30 a.m. in the Capitol Auditorium (located on the Chamber level). Information on submitting testimony is available... Read More Special Session Hearing Scheduled...
The Governor has announced that he will be calling the Legislature to convene in special session on Monday, October 28th, to consider marriage equality legislation. Please don't hesitate to contact the Public Access Room (587-0478 or [email protected]) for assistance as the special session approaches. As always, we'll be happy to help you find the information and resources you need. Read More Governor calls Legislature into Special Session...
The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) has posted the hearing notice for the Friday, August 2, at 12 noon hearing to consider the appointment of James H. Ashford to fill a vacancy for Judge of the District Court of the First Circuit. Details on how to offer testimony appear on the hearing notice. Additional information on the appointment can be found on the 2013 Senate... Read More JDL Hearing August 2nd...
There will be a two-day Special Session of the Senate on August 5 and 6 to consider the appointment of James H. Ashford to fill a vacancy for Judge of the District Court of the First Circuit. A hearing that welcomes public input will be held the week prior. If you'd like to contribute to the discussion, you'll want to... Read More Senate Special Session (August 5-6) to Advise/Consent Judicial Appointment — Hearing on August 2...
It's official -- the deadlines have all passed. There are 288 new laws as the result of the 2013 Regular Session. That's 10% of all of the bills introduced (2,872), which is a bit higher than the usual percentage. Visit the Reports and Lists page on the Legislature's website to access: Acts Bills signed by the Governor Bills that became... Read More 2013 Session Laws...
Monday, June 24, is the deadline for the Governor to provide the Legislature with his "intent to veto" list. Is there a bill that you think should be on it? Or, one you think should be signed into law? Let him know! Email: Visit the Governor's website at hawaii.gov/gov and go to the "Contact Us" page. Scroll down, and you'll find... Read More Should the Governor Sign the Bill? Veto It? Let him know...
Some dates to keep in mind... April 25th: Last day to file Non-Fiscal Bills to deck for Final ReadingApril 26th: Last day to file Fiscal Bills to deck for Final ReadingMay 2nd: Adjournment sine die (Session pau! Come to 401 for our End-of-Session Potluck 12 noon -2 p.m.) Governor's Deadlines: June 24th: Notice of intent to veto deadline (35th day... Read More We’re in the homestretch...
The legislators are meeting to come up with the final form of bills to send off to the governor. Here are a few resources to help make it easier to follow things during conference. The Public Access Room has a new information sheet that provides an overview to conference. It's creatively titled, "Conference Committee Information," and can be found on... Read More It’s Conference Time...