Hawaii · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1319: RELATING TO THE STATE PLAN.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1319 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE STATE PLAN. Primary sponsor: Andrew Garrett (Democratic), Terez Amato (Democratic), Della Belatti (Democratic), Luke Evslin (Democratic), Tina Grandinetti (Democratic), Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Lisa Marten (Democratic), Dee Morikawa (Democratic), Amy Perruso (Democratic), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), Adrian Tam (Democratic), David Tarnas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2025): The committee(s) on EEP/WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes green infrastructure objectives, policies, and priority guidelines for state facility systems, infrastructure, transit projects, and other areas in the Hawaii State Planning Act to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. Adds definition of "green infrastructure". Requires the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, in partnership with the Greenhouse Gas Sequestration Task Force, to submit a report to the Legislature making recommendations for implementing the green infrastructure objectives, policies, and priority guidelines. Establishes full-time equivalent ( .0 FTE) policy analyst positions within the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 14
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Garrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Terez Amato | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Della Belatti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Luke Evslin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Tina Grandinetti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Kirstin Kahaloa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Dee Morikawa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Amy Perruso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Adrian Tam | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| David Tarnas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- The committee(s) on EEP/WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by EEP/WAL on Tuesday, 02-11-25 9:15AM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to EEP/WAL, FIN, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.