HI Legislature Broadcast Feed

Senate Committee TIA

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) informational briefing on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this informational briefing is to welcome His Excellency Manny Mori President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and to recognize the outstanding contributions of FSM citizens living in Hawai'i.

House Committee SCVE

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects (SCVE) information briefing on Monday, September 22, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The House Special Committee on Vog Effects is meeting to follow up on information received from the following agencies and organizations on vog and its effects. Topics of discussion will include the interagency task force's vog-response efforts, availability of health services, public safety, water quality of catchment systems, and impacts on agriculture and the economy. The Committee will also be discussing its recommendations for action that are based on information received in previous fact-finding meetings.

U.S. Geological Survey, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
University of Hawaii, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Governor
County of Hawaii
Hawaii Island Economic Development Board
Department of Agriculture
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism
Hawaii Association of REALTORS
Department of Defense
Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation - Big Island Farm Bureau
Department of Education
Hawaii Health System Corporation
Department of Health
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Charter School Administrative Office
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
Hawaii Tourism Authority

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 2:50:54)

9/30/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS feed]
9/30/08 Tue 10:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
10/3/08 Fri 2:00 pm Channel 53 (NATV)

Senate Committee on HIC

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Award (HIC) informational briefing on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

The Committee intends to meet in executive session to discuss the preliminary draft report and other issues pursuant to HRS �92-5 (a) (4) consultation with the Senate's attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the committee's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities.

This is a Decision-making meeting to adopt the draft report of the Senate's Special Investigative Committee Pursuant to Senate Resolution No. 2.

Asset Building Task Force

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Asset Building Task Force meeting which was originally broadcast live on Friday, September 5, 2008 at 7:30 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:

The Legislature created the financial education and asset building task force SCR 92 SD1/SR 52 SD1 to explore and develop policy recommendations that would help families build their assets so they will be able to achieve greater financial independence and well-being. The task force is asked to explore asset building policy strategies and will initially focus on:
matched savings accounts for newborns;
inancial education standards for public- and private-sector employees; and
the elimination of asset limits for public benefit programs.

A report containing the task force's findings and recommendations, including proposed legislation, is due to the Legislature prior to the 2010 Legislative Regular Session.

Presenters included Dr. Michael Sherradan, Director of the Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, creator of Individual Development Accounts (IDAs), and a national leader and researcher in the asset building field; and Andrew Aoki, Kanu Hawaii.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 1:18:47)

9/10/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) (HITS feed)
9/11/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
9/12/08 Fri 10:30 pm Channel 53 (NATV)

House Committee on HLT

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Health (HLT) information briefing on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this informational briefing is to discuss alcoholism in Hawaii and the reasons Hawaii has one of the highest rates of drunken driving in the nation. The briefing will focus on options to reduce alcoholism and drunken driving in Hawaii (Prevention, Treatment, & Recovery).

The briefing will review the efficacy of Vivitrol[1], which is a single monthly dose, 300 mg intramuscular injection to reduce the craving for alcohol. Vivitrol is for treatment of alcohol dependence in patients who are able to abstain from alcohol in an outpatient setting prior to initiation of treatment with Vivitrol. According to experts, treatment with Vivitrol should be part of a comprehensive management program that includes psychosocial support.

The Pharmacology aspect of Vivitrol will be discussed as well as results of treatment. The Family support aspect for those suffering from alcohol dependency will also be reviewed and voluntary drug treatment programs offered by employers will be reviewed as a viable solution to reduce alcohol dependency in Hawaii.

A pilot program in Hawaii, to propose a plan of action for employers and employees, to seek treatment for alcohol dependence with Vivitrol and a good faith effort by employers to retain those employees in treatment will be discussed. Privacy policies will also be reviewed during this briefing.

The following organizations or representatives have been invited to participate:

The Director of the State Department of Health or her designee;
The Honolulu Police Chief or his designee;
A Representative from Cephalon, Inc.;
A Representative from the Hawaii Business Health Council;
A Representative from Hina Mauka;
Practicing Physicians, Psychologists, Certified Substance Abuse Counselors, Therapists, Social Workers, Employers and Employees who have worked or will work on drug rehab and treatment for alcoholism, as well as other substance abuse cases.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 1:58:08)
9/2/08 Tue 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
9/2/08 Tue 8:00 am NATV Channel 53
9/5/08 Fri 1:00 pm VIEWS Channel 54

House Committee on HLT

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Health (HLT) information briefing on Monday, August 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this informational briefing is to review the current state and federal laws as they relate to medical marijuana or cannabis possession and transportation in Hawaii.

The briefing will also cover an overview of the 2007 American College of Physicians Report on cannabis and a review of the 2004 Legislative Reference Bureau report on cannabis access issues.

A comparison of different states laws relating to cannabis and how they compared with Hawaii's current laws will be discussed during the briefing. The briefing will review HB2675 HD2 SD1, which was passed by the 2008 Legislature, but vetoed by the Governor, and review possible options or proposals in 2009.

The following organizations or representatives have been invited to participate:
The United States Attorney General, District of Hawaii, or his designee; and
A Representative of the United States Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration; and The Director of the State Department of Health or her designee;
The Administrator of the State Narcotics Division, State Department of Public Safety, or his designee;
The State Attorney General or his designee;
The Honolulu Police Chief or his designee;
A Representative from the John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii;
James Anthony or his designee of Law Enforcement Against Prohibition;
Richard Miller, Emeritus Law Professor, University of Hawaii, School of Law;
Jeanne Ohta, Director, Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii;
Pamela G. Lichty, President, Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii;
A Representative of the Legislative Reference Bureau
Advocates for reasonable use of cannabis for medicinal purposes, such as but not limited to, Physicians, Pain Management Specialist, Therapists, Care Givers, and Patients.

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time 1:52:23)

8/29/08 Fri 10:30 am VIEWS Channel 54
9/1/08 Mon 2:55 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed)

Senate Committee HSP and House Committee HSH

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT

22/2008The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) and the House Committee Human Services and Housing (HSH) information briefing on Friday, August 22, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.� Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing will meet to address various issues related to public housing.

The public and legislature will be updated about progress being made to renovate various public housing units and the status of repair and maintenance projects for all public housing projects across the State of Hawaii will be provided by the Hawaii Public Housing Authority.

There will also be a presentation by a representative from Urban Housing Communities on public housing renovation and rehabilitation.� It will it will describe alternatives to financing other than total public underwriting.

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time 2:55:45)

8/31/08 Sun 9:00 am FOCUS Channel 49
9/1/08 Mon 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed)

Senate Committee EDT and House Committee EDB

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) and the House Committee on Economic Development and Business Concerns (EDB) on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.& Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The committees will present Hawaii's Aerospace Industry: The Next Frontier and will feature the following presentations:

Aerospace in Hawaii: The Big Picture
Enabling the Next Frontier: Our National Vision for Aerospace
Building Bridges: Hawaii as a Catalyst for Multinational Partnerships
Innovating the Next Frontier: Dual-Use Applications in Aerospace
The Heavens in View: Pioneering Astronomy & Planetary Geosciences
Reaching for the Start: NextGen Aviation & Commercial Space Launch
Training the Next Generation: Aerospace Education in Hawaii
Kulia I a Lani: Hawaii's Rendezvous with Space
Special Presentation: In the Shadow of the Moon

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time 8:25:07)

8/29/08 Fri 12:02 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed-tapes 1,2 and 3)*
8/30/08 Fri 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed-tapes 4 and 5)*
9/2/08 Tue 12:00 am OAHU Channel 52

* Note: Because of the length of this program the HITS feed has been broken into two rebroadcasts

House Committee HLT

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Health (HLT) information briefing on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.& Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to review the current healthcare system as it relates to adult and adolescent mental health in Hawaii.

The Felix v. Cayetano Consent Decree, which mandated the establishment of a system of care for children with emotional and behavioral disorders ended in 2006.& Data from other states indicate that in the aftermath of court decrees similar to Hawaii's, there appears to be a significant reduction in funding, quality, and quantity of mental health services to youth.

Recently, Hawaii had two devastating and tragic cases involving persons suffering from bipolar disorder, which seems to highlight the need to revisit our current healthcare system to review and address the concerns regarding mental healthcare.

The briefing will discuss vacant positions at state and private hospitals in regard to mental health services, school based behavioral health programs, understanding ways to improve outcomes for mental health recipients and the need for more diagnoses, funding and a review of the current quality of mental health services to the people of Hawaii.

The following organizations or representatives have been invited to participate:
The Director of the State Department of Health or her designee; and
The Director of the State Department of Education or her designee; and
The Director of the State Department of Human Resources Development or her designee; and
Representatives of the Mental Health America of Hawaii board; and
Representatives from Hawaii Community Health Centers; and
Practicing Physicians, Psychologists, Therapists, Social Workers and mental healthcare advocates who deal with mental health clients; and
Charles James, (via conference call) brother of Michael James, on a family perspective of mental healthcare; and
Alabama State Representative Joseph Mitchell (via conference call), Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and a published researcher in educational psychology.

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 1:43:04)
8/25/08 Mon 1:30 pm VIEWS Channel 54
8/26/08 Tue 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed)

Senate Floor Session

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast dates and times will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Confirmation to the District Court of the Second Circuit, Judicial Nominee Kelsey T. Kawano.

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 0:21:38)
8/5/08 Tue 2:08 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS feed]
8/5/08 Tue 8:30 am Channel 54 (VIEWS)
8/6/08 Wed 11:00 pm Channel 49 (FOCUS)

House Special Committee SVCE

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Special Committee On Vog Effects (SCVE) Informational Briefing on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects is meeting to receive information on vog and its effects on Hawaii's economy.

Topics of discussion will focus on the economic impacts of vog, and measures that may be taken to mitigate these impacts. The following organizations have been invited to participate in the meeting:

Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce
Hawaii Tourism Authority
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce
Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association
Ka'u Chamber of Commerce
Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Hawaii Leeward Planning Conference
Hawaii Association of Realtors
Hawaii Island Economic Development Board
Hawaii Island Board of Realtors
Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hawaii
The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 2:08:10)
Sun 12:30 pm Channel 49 (FOCUS)
Mon 3:00 pm Channel 53 (NATV)
Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]

House Special Committee SVCE

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects (SCVE) Informational Briefing on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.� Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects is meeting to receive information on vog and its effects on agriculture.

Topics of discussion will include the impact of vog on agricultural operations, ways to mitigate the effects of vog on crops, and ways to assist farmers affected. The following entities have been invited to participate:

U.S. Department of Agriculture
Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation
National Weather Service
Big Island Farm Bureau
Hawaii Department of Agriculture
Hawaii Agriculture Research Center
University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources
Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
Hawaii Florist and Shippers Assoc
University of Hawaii at Hilo College of Agricultural Forestry and Natural Resource Management
Big Island Protea Growers Association
Other individual farms
County of Hawaii Department of Research and Development

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 3:09:54)
7/18/08 Fri 12:00 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS feed]
7/20/08 Sun 10:00 am Channel 49 (FOCUS)
7/21/08 Mon 10:30 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) - Preempted
7/29/08 Tue 9:00 am Channel 49 (FOCUS) - Added rebroadcast

Senate Committee TSG

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Tourism and Government Operations (TSG) and the House Committee on Tourism and Culture (TAC) Informational Briefing on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 beginning at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast dates and times will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this informational briefing is to receive:

1) Information concerning the future of the airline industry in Hawai'i in light of the closing of Aloha Airlines and ATA Airlines and the rising fuel costs and operational expenses; and

2) An accounting of Hawaii Tourism Authority's expenditure of emergency funds in the aftermath of the closing of Aloha and ATA airlines.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 2:40:48)
7/1/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 VIEWS (HITS overnight)
7/1/08 Tue 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
7/2/08 Wed 10:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

House Special Committee SCVE

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects (SCVE) Informational Briefing on Friday, June 20, 2008 beginning at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live Channel 54 (VIEWS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast dates and times will be announced when the information becomes available

Agenda:

The House Special Committee on Vog Effects is meeting to receive information on vog and its effects on public health.

9 a.m. Brief opening remarks
9 - 10 a.m. Vog overview
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Health issues

Topics of discussion will include medical ramifications, air quality, and water quality of catchment systems. The following agencies and organizations have been invited to participate.

U.S. Geological Survey, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Department of Health
Department of Education
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Department of Land and Natural Resources
Department of Defense
County of Hawaii
University of Hawaii at Hilo
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
American Lung Association
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii

Senate Committee EDU and House Committee END

Wed, 28 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) and the House Committee on Education (END) Joint Informational Briefing Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this informational briefing is to provide an update on the status of the Department of Education Repair and Maintenance backlog, whole school renovations, and other initiatives to fix schools. The following are invited to participate:

I. Department of Education
II. Department of Budget and Finance

Senate Committee HSP and House Committee HSH

Fri, 23 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing (HSH) Joint Informational Briefing Friday, May 23, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing will meet to address various issues related to public housing.

The public and legislature will be updated about progress being made to renovate various public housing units and the status of repair and maintenance projects for all public housing projects across the State of Hawai'i will be provided by the Hawai'i Public Housing Authority. There will also be discussion by the Public Housing Tenant Association about concerns they have at the housing project where they reside.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:52:25)
5/28/08 Wed 12:00 a.m. VIEWS 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
5/29/08 Thu 3:00 p.m.NATV 53
5/30/08 Fri 3:00 p.m. NATV 53

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 21 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Dawn Okuhama
Eileen Harada
Aaron Fujioka

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts: (Total Running Time: 4:13:49)
5/28/08Wed4:13 amVIEWS 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
5/28/08Wed 12:00 pm NATV 53
5/29/08Thu 11:30 am FOCUS 49

House Floor Session

Thu, 01 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Final Reading on numerous bills and Adjournment Sine Die

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 04:55:53)
5/6/08 Tue 9:00 a.m. FOCUS 49
5/9/08 Fri 10:30 a.m. FOCUS 49
5/14/08 Wed 12:00 am VIEW 54 HITS OVERNIGHT

Senate Floor Session

Thu, 01 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Final Reading on numerous bills and Adjournment Sine Die

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:53:46)
5/5/08 Mon 10:30 a.m. NATV 53
5/7/08 Wed 10:30 a.m. FOCUS 49
5/13/08 Tue 12:00 a.m. VIEW 54 HIT OVERNIGHT

Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee BOC

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee on the Bureau of Conveyances Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 226 (2007), the Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee to investigate the security of recorded documents, private computer access and tampering of such documents, and the operations and management of the Bureau of Conveyances will convene for the purposes of:

Decision-making on the Final Report of the Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee on the Bureau of Conveyances

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 00:21:33)
5/3/08 Sat 4:00 p.m. Channel 53
5/4/08 Sun 11:00 p.m. Channel 54
5/7/08 Wed 6:04 a.m. Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 30 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Ken N. Kitamura
Dawn Okuhama
Anna Wenz
Eileen Harada
Priscilla Thompson

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 05:47:43)
5/5/08 Mon 10:00 a.m. Channel 54 HITS
5/8/08 Thu 8:00 a.m. Channel 49 FOCUS
5/9/08 Fri 12:00 a.m. Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Floor Session

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Final Reading on numerous bills

House Floor Session

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Final Reading on numerous bills

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 06:04:14)
5/2/08 Fri 8:00 a.m. Channel 53 NATV
5/6/08 Tue 11:30 a.m. Channel 53 NATV
5/7/08 Wed 12:00 a.m. Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee EDU

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 656 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOSHUA J. WINGSTROM, for a term to expire 6-30-2009.

GM 657 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii, Gubernatorial Nominee, HOWARD H. KARR, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 658 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawaii, Gubernatorial Nominee, DENNIS I. HIROTA PhD, PE, LPLS, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

DECISION MAKING ON THE FOLLOWING MEASURES:
(Deferred from Wednesday, April 23, 2008)

GM 607 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARTEMIO C. BAXA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

GM 609 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, CATHERINE Y. LAGARETA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

Senate Committee JDL

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee On Judiciary And Labor (JDL) Public Hearing Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 54 (VIEWS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

JC 1 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the District Court of the Third Circuit, Judicial Nominee ANTHONY K. BARTHOLOMEW.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:02:51)
5/2/08 Fri 9:00 a.m. VIEWS 54
5/3/08 Sat 7:30 p.m. FOCUS 49
5/6/08 Tue 2:50 a.m. VIEWS 54 HITS OVERNIGHT

Senate Committee EDU

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 609 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, CATHERINE Y. LAGARETA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

DECISION MAKING ON THE FOLLOWING (Deferred from April 18, 2008):

GM 608 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, CARL A. CARLSON JR., for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 572 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, CORRINE H. AKAU, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 610 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, TEENA M. RASMUSSEN, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 611 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, HARVEY S. TAJIRI, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

GM 607 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARTEMIO C. BAXA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:45:28)
4/25/08 Fri 9:30 a.m. FOCUS 49
4/28/08 Mon 1:30 p.m. FOCUS 49
4/29/08 Tue 12:00 a.m. VIEW 54 HITS OVERNIGHT

Senate Committee TIA and CPH

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) and Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing (CPH) on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 2250, HD1 RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Establishes a statutory scheme for the regulation of Hawaii inter-island air carriers; provided that federal legislation is enacted to permit implementation. (HB2250 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:36:02)
4/22/08 Tue 6:00 p.m. Channel 49 FOCUS
4/23/08 Wed 12:00 a.m. Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/23/08 Wed 9:30 a.m. Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDU

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 1:15pm will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 574 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT J. NANIOLE, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 578 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JANICE Y. SHISHIDO, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 610 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, TEENA M. RASMUSSEN, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 611 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, HARVEY S. TAJIRI, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

DECISION MAKING ON THE FOLLOWING MEASURE(S): (Deferred from Wednesday, April 9, 2008)

GM 607 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARTEMIO C. BAXA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:22:52)
4/19/08 Sat 9:00 am NATV 53
4/21/08 Mon 1:30 pm FOCUS 49
4/22/08 Tue 12:00 am VIEW 54 HITS OVERNIGHT

Senate Committee EDU

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 608 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, CARL A. CARLSON JR., for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 530 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, GARY K. KAJIWARA, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 572 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, CORRINE H. AKAU, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 573 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, DONOVAN M. DELA CRUZ, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 575 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, LORI A.Y. TAKAO, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 576 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELIZA V. TALBOT, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

GM 577 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERRY L. HOLCK, for a term to expire 6-30-2011.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:10:27)
4/17/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
4/18/08 Fri 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/19/08 Sat 7:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, April 10 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.; Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals, for whom subpoenas were issued:
Ken N. Kitamura
Maurice H. Kaya
Jia Lin Sun
John A. Chock

2. Decision-making on the correspondence to the Office of Disciplinary Counsel.

3. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 09:19:27)
4/16/08 Wed 12:41 am Channel 54 (HITS Pt. 1, running time 5:50:49)
4/17/08 Thu 3:04 am Channel 54 (HITS Pt. 2, running time 3:28:28)
4/17/08 Thu 9:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
4/22/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDU

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.; Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 607 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARTEMIO C. BAXA, for a term to expire 6-30-2013.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:41:17)
4/12/08 Sat 10:00 am NATV 53
4/13/08 Sun 11:00 pm FOCUS 49
4/16/08 Wed 12:00 am VIEWS 54 HITS OVERNIGHT

Senate Floor Session

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Third Reading on numerous bills

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:46:10)
4/11/08 Fri 1:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
4/12/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/14/08 Mon 12:01 pm Channel 54 HITS

House Floor Session

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Third Reading on numerous bills

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 06:22:38)
4/15/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/15/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
4/16/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV

House Committee AGR

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Agriculture (AGR) Public Hearing on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The following measure(s) were previously heard on March 19, 2008, 9:00am. NO PUBLIC TESTIMONY WILL BE ACCEPTED.

SB 958, SD1, HD1 RELATING TO GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS.
Imposes a 10-year moratorium on developing, testing, propagating, cultivating, growing, and raising genetically engineered taro in the State. (HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 00:17:59)
4/9/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/9/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 54 HITS
4/10/08 Thu 7:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDT

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) Informational Briefing on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

2008 Update on Hawaii's Growing Dual-Use Industry

Last year, Hawaii congressional staff and dual-use companies reported on the growth of this industry, which has brought over $4 billion in federal R&D, testing and evaluation dollars into Hawaii's economy. It's been the fastest-growing segment of Hawaii's tech industry, with over 739% growth in contracts, and 73% growth in grants in recent years. The legislature encouraged further growth by adopting Act 267, SLH 2007, to supplement federal grants awarded by CEROS and HTDV to Hawaii companies. This year's panelists include:

Ian Kitajima, Dual Use Network
Bill Kaneko, Hawaii Institute for Public Affairs
John Chock, Hawaii Strategic Development Corporation
Pat Sullivan, Hoana Medical/Oceanit
Tom Cooper, Kauai Economic Development Board
Keith Matsumoto, Hawaii Technology Development Venture
Chris Lee, Academy for Creative Media

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:34:00)
4/8/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
4/9/08 Wed 12:17 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/10/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV

House Committee TRN, TAC, and LAB

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Transportation (TRN), House Committee on Tourism & Culture (TAC), and House Committee on Labor and Public Employment (LAB) Informational Briefing on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

This informational briefing is being scheduled to discuss the latest information on the Aloha Airlines bankruptcy case, its impact on the State, and transitional, short-term and long-term plans to address:

Impact on Inter-island travel and service to consumers
Impact on local, national and international tourism
Impact on employees, including unemployment benefits and workforce assistance

The following individuals have been invited to participate:

Barry Fukunaga, Chief of Staff, Governor's Office
Brennan Morioka, Director of the Department of Transportation
Brian Sekiguchi, Deputy Director, Department of Transportation - Airports Division
Blaine Miyasato, Vice President, Customer Service, Hawaiian Airlines
Marsha Wienert, Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
Robert Shore, Economist, Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
Rex Johnson, President, Hawaii Tourism Authority
Murray Towill, President, Hawaii Hotel Association
Darwin Ching, Director, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Wayne Wakeman, Airlines Pilots

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 02:17:11)
4/8/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/9/08 Wed 12:00 pm Channel 53 NATV
4/12/08 Sat 1:30 pm Channel 53 NATV

Senate Committee AHW, EDU, EDT, WTL, PBS, and TSG

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), Senate Committee on Education (EDU), Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) and Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL) Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. - and the 1:45 p.m. Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), Senate Committee on Public Safety (PBS), and Senate Committee on Tourism and Government Operations (TSG) Public Hearing that immediately follows -- will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

EDU/AHW/EDT/WTL

SCR 235 REQUESTING THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI'I AT MANOA EXPAND UPON A MASTER OF ARTS PROGRAM IN APPLIED ARCHAEOLOGY, THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI'I AT HILO ESTABLISH A GRADUATE PROGRAM IN CULTURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT, AND THAT THE STATE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION DIVISION REVIVE ITS ARCHAEOLOGICAL WORKING GROUP.

SR 120 RECOGNIZING AND ACKNOWLEDGING SEPTEMBER 2ND OF EVERY YEAR AS QUEEN LILIU'OKALANI'S BIRTHDAY IN THE STATE OF HAWAI'I, A NON-STATE HOLIDAY, AND COMMEMORATING QUEEN LILIU'OKALANI FOR HER OUTSTANDING COURAGE AND DEDICATION TO HER PEOPLE IN THE FACE OF OPPRESSION.

PBS/AHW

SCR 123 REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY IN HAWAII OF COMMUNITY-BASED AND WORK CAMP ALTERNATIVES TO MAINLAND PRISONS.

AHW/TSG

SCR 207 REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO HAVE ALL SIGNS AT THE STATE CAPITOL PRINTED IN ENGLISH AND HAWAIIAN

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:59:35)
4/8/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV

Senate Committee WTL, IGM, and ENE

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL), Senate Committee on Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (IGM), and Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) Public Hearing that was originally broadcast on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be rebroadcast at the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:

WTL
GM 425 Gubernatorial Nominee, MELISSA TEVES PAVLICEK, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 430 Gubernatorial Nominee, RON AGOR, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 258 Gubernatorial Nominee, ABBEY SETH MAYER, for a term to expire 12-06-2010

WTL/IGM/ENE

HB 1037, HD1 RELATING TO COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT.

WTL ONLY
SCR 147 REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO REGULARLY CONSULT WITH HO'OLAULIMA IA KAWAI NUI TO COORDINATE EFFORTS TO PROTECT, PRESERVE, AND MAINTAIN THE NATURAL, CULTURAL, AND SCENIC RESOURCES OF KAWAI NUI MARSH.

GM 486 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, LISA M. JUDGE, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

SCR 144 URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, OFFICE OF PLANNING, LAND USE COMMISSION, HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL, AND CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO SUPPORT AND FURTHER THE DESIGNATION OF GALBRAITH LANDS AS IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS, AND PRESERVE AND PERPETUATE THEM AS AGRICULTURAL LANDS.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:01:35)
4/4/08 Fri 3:59 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/4/08 Fri 1:00 pm Channel 54 HITS
4/6/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Floor Session

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Friday, March 28, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Floor Presentation - Education Week

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:33:42)
4/1/08 Tue 1:28 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/2/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
4/3/08 Thu 8:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Floor Session

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Friday, March 28, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Floor Presentation - Education Week - Part II

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:54:39)
4/1/08 Tue 2:02 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/2/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
4/5/08 Sat 3:30 pm Channel 54 HITS

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, March 27 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Discuss procedural matters for future hearings, including securing the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents.

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, may occur regarding items on the agenda.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:32:26)
4/1/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/1/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
4/3/08 Thu 9:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Floor Session

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Floor Presentation - Education Week - Part I

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:56:27)
4/1/08 Tue 12:32 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/1/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
4/2/08 Wed 11:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee HSP

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Public Hearing that was originally broadcast on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. will be rebroadcast at the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:

SCR 200 REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT OF THE HAWAII CENTERS FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:59:35)
4/8/08 Tue 2:51 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
4/9/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
4/10/08 Thu 8:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Saturday, March 22 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for whom subpoenas were issued:
Louise Mott
Wanda Ino
Eileen Harada

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, March 20 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Maurice H. Kaya
Aaron Fujioka
Mark K. Anderson

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.
The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:17:10)
3/25/08 Tue 8:00 am NATV 53
3/26/08 Wed 11:30 am NATV 53
3/31/08 Mon 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)

House Committee AGR

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Agriculture (AGR) Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 19 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

SB 958, SD1, HD1 RELATING TO GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS.
Imposes a 10-year moratorium on developing, testing, propagating, cultivating, growing, and raising genetically engineered taro in the State. (HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 07:52:06)
3/21/08 Fri 9:00 am NATV 53
3/26/08 Wed 12:00 am VIEW 54 *(PART 1 HITS OVERNIGHT)
3/27/08 Thu 12:00 am VIEW 54 *(PART 2 HITS OVERNIGHT)
3/28/08 Fri 8:30 am VIEW 54

Senate Committee HSP

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee On Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Public Hearing Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 473, HD2 RELATING TO TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES.
Appropriates funds to the Bridge to Hope Program to accommodate new federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program first-to-work students to enable them to pursue education activities beyond the new two-year federal limit. Makes other clarifying amendments. (HB473 HD2)

HB 1475, HD2 RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
Establishes provisions for a $50 monthly personal allowance for residents of certain care homes. Appropriates funds. (HB1475 HD2)

HB 2511, HD1 RELATING TO RENTAL ASSISTANCE.
Provides qualified rental assistance applicants up to 90 days to find a qualified rental dwelling. (HB2511 HD1)

HB 2665, HD1 RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.
Authorizes the Hawaii public housing authority to include as part of a request for proposals for the construction or renovation of a public housing project a price preference or scoring bonus for a person who proposes to concurrently redevelop adjacent real property. (HB2665 HD1)

HB 3140 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Emergency appropriation in general funds for fiscal year 2007-2008 to repay the department of budget and finance for a loan made to cover payroll and risk management costs for liability insurance for fiscal year 2006-2007, and to address a critical funding shortfall for operational costs of its public housing programs for fiscal year 2007-2008.

HB 2062, HD1 RELATING TO LONG-TERM CARE.
Allows persons eligible to receive Medicaid funds for care at nursing home facilities to remain at home and receive home and community-based long-term care. (HB2062 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time 00:48:42)
3/22/08 Sat 2:00 pm NATV 53
3/23/08 Sun 1:30 pm FOCUS 49
3/25/08 Tue 2:42 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)

Senate Committee CPH and JDL

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Housing (CPH) and Senate Committee On Judiciary And Labor (JDL) Public Hearing Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 2302, HD2 RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Permits the registrar of the bureau of conveyances to accept electronic documents with electronic signatures for recording. Requires the judiciary to study what effect electronic recording may have on the adjudication of land court applications, determine permissible uses for electronic recording, and report its findings to the legislature prior to 2009 regular session. (HB2302 HD2)

HB 3085, HD2 RELATING TO BUSINESS REGISTRATION.
Reorganizes and resolves inconsistencies, gaps, and ambiguities in the law relating to registration and protection of trademarks, tradenames, and service marks. (HB3085 HD2)

CPH ONLY:

HB 2151, HD1 RELATING TO CAPTIVE INSURANCE.
Forms a captive insurance company to provide medical malpractice insurance to self-employed medical doctors. (HB2151 HD1)

HB 2527, HD1 RELATING TO SMART GROWTH.
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish a system of greenways and trails. Requires the Office of Planning to coordinate smart growth planning. Effective 07/01/2020. (HB2527 HD1)

Note: The following bill was heard on 03-11-08. Decision Making Only. No testimony will be accepted for this bill.

HB 330, HD1 RELATING TO PROSTITUTION.
Makes a third and subsequent conviction for prostitution and loitering to engage in or advance prostitution a class C felony. (HB330 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:00:01)
3/23/08 Sun 12:30 pm FOCUS 49
3/24/08 Mon 8:00 am FOCUS 49
3/25/08 Tue 1:42 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)

Senate Committee JDL

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee On Judiciary And Labor (JDL) Public Hearing Monday, March 17, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 2700, HD1 RELATING TO THE JUDICIARY.
Appropriates funds to the Judiciary for FY 2008-2009.

HB 2386 RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires an employer to pay temporary total disability benefits regardless of whether the employer controverts the right to benefits. Specifies that the employee's ability to return to work is to be decided by the employee's treating physician.

HB 2387, HD1 RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Authorizes payment of the examinations from the special compensation fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 07/01/2059. (HB2387 HD1)

HB 2388, HD1 RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
Requires the employer to continue medical services to an injured employee despite disputes over whether treatment should be continued, until the director of labor and industrial relations decides whether treatment should be continued. (HB2388 HD1)

HB 2974, HD2 RELATING TO LABOR.
Certifies entities as exclusive representatives absent an election where no other representatives are certified as the exclusive representatives. Requires immediate collective bargaining between parties once entities are certified as exclusive representatives. Effective 07/01/2008. (HB2974 HD2)

HB 3422, HD2 RELATING TO SURCHARGE FOR INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES.
Increases indigent legal services funding by increasing the surcharge on initial filing fees for civil actions. (HB3422 HD2)

HB 3002, HD1 RELATING TO PROSTITUTION.
Makes a third and subsequent conviction for prostitution a class C felony when the offense is committed by a person who pays, or offers or agrees to pay, a fee for sex with another person. (HB3002 HD1)

Note: The following bill was heard on 03-11-08. Decision Making Only. No testimony will be accepted for this bill.
HB 330, HD1 RELATING TO PROSTITUTION.
Makes a third and subsequent conviction for prostitution and loitering to engage in or advance prostitution a class C felony. (HB330 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:42:51)
3/20/08 Thu 10:00 am NATV 53
3/23/08 Sun 10:30 am FOCUS 49
3/25/08 Tue 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)

Senate Committee AHW, WTL, and JDL

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL), and Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) Public Hearing Monday, March 17, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 2704, HD2 RELATING TO HA`IKU VALLEY.
Establishes the Ha'iku Valley cultural preserve commission to exercise policy and management oversight of the Ha'iku Valley cultural preserve. (HB2704 HD2)

HB 266, HD2 RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Conveys certain parcels of real property and transfers cash to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs as part of the State's obligations to native Hawaiians under Article XII, sections 4 and 6, of the Hawaii Constitution. (HB266 HD2)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:03:06)
3/21/08 Fri 9:30 am FOCUS 49
3/24/08 Mon 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
3/26/08 Wed 10:00 am FOCUS 49

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Jay M. Fidell
Priscilla Thompson

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Senate Committee WAM

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) Public Hearing on Friday, March 14, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 54 (VIEW) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Update on State Financial Plan and Supplemental Budget: Ms. Georgina Kawamura, Director, Department of Budget and Finance, will present an update of the Administration's Financial Plan and Supplemental Budget.

9:55 a.m. Agendas

The following measure was previously heard in its subject matter committee. For this decision-making, only written comments will be accepted; no oral testimony will be accepted:

HB 3161 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Appropriation of general funds for fiscal year 2007-2008 to pay current, essential vendors, reduce accounts payable, and allow operation and provision of current levels of service in Hawaii Health Systems Corporation's facilities.

HB 3037 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION FOR ELECTRICITY, SEWER, REFUSE, AND INSURANCE PREMIUM PAYMENTS.
Appropriates $271,852 from the Stadium Special Fund to pay fiscal year 2007-2008 increases in electricity, sewer, refuse, and insurance premium payments for Aloha Stadium.

10:00 a.m. Agenda

HB 118 RELATING TO STATE BONDS.
Authorizes issuance of general obligation bonds. Makes findings required by Article XII, section 13 of state constitution to declare that issuance of authorized bonds will not cause debt limit to be exceeded.

HB 2323, HD2 RELATING TO BEACHES.
Establishes the Resort Beach Restoration Fund as a sub-account of the Beach Restoration Special Fund. Allows a capped amount of funds from the Tourism Special Fund to be transferred to the Resort Beach Restoration Fund. Appropriates moneys from the Resort Beach Restoration Fund to pay for visitor area resort beach restoration projects in the state, including Gray's beach and Kaanapali beach. (HB2323 HD2)

HB 2908 RELATING TO AUDIT RECOMMENDATIONS.
Requires the Auditor to submit an annual report to the Legislature identifying all audit recommendations more than one year old that have not been implemented. Requires all affected agencies notified by the Auditor that an audit recommendation more than one year old has not been implemented to submit a written report to the Auditor, the Senate President, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives explaining why the recommendation was not implemented and the estimated date of implementation. Requires each department, office or agency, or political subdivision subject to an audit to provide updates on the implementation of the Auditor's recommendations at intervals prescribed by the Auditor.

HB 3038 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION FOR ELECTRICITY PAYMENTS STATEWIDE.
Appropriates $1.0 million in general funds to pay statewide increases in electricity payments for fiscal year 2007-2008.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:31:00)
3/17/08 Mon 1:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
3/18/08 Tue 3:51 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/19/08 Wed 2:30 pm Channel 53 NATV

Senate Committee EDU, AHW, and ENE

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU), Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), and Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) Public Hearing on Friday, March 14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 54 (VIEWS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

AHW/EDU

HB 935, HD2 RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds to pay for the increased costs of, and to attract federal funding for, statewide technical assistance provided to the aquaculture industry through the University of Hawaii Sea Grant Extension Service. (HB935 HD2)

HB 3309, HD1 RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an appropriation to the college of tropical agriculture and human resources to move the agribusiness incubator and Poamoho station projects and personnel to a site in Kunia. (HB3309 HD1)

HB 2045 RELATING TO ESTABLISHING A GLOBAL YOUTH CENTER.
Establishes a global youth center under the University of Hawaii.

HB 2163, HD2 RELATING TO COMPTROLLER SUPERVISION OF ACCOUNTS.
Limits the University of Hawaii's duty to preaudit all proposed payments to those that amount to $10,000 or more. (HB2163 HD2)

HB 2245, HD1 RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Authorizes the transfer of all university funds, with the exception of general funds, into the University of Hawaii Commercial Enterprises Revolving Fund to finance the establishment of new enterprises. (HB2245 HD1)

HB 2521, HD2 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires 1 percent of general revenues accrued from July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2014, to be deposited into the newly-created University of Hawaii Repair and Maintenance Special Account for the repair and maintenance of UH facilities. Expresses the Legislature's intent to authorize and appropriate, in each fiscal year of the fiscal period July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2014, at least an additional $50,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the repair and maintenance of UH facilities. Provides that, if the $50,000,000 in bonds is not appropriated in a fiscal year, general excise tax revenues to make up the shortfall shall be automatically transferred to the special account. States that the appropriations of special account moneys and general obligation bond funds shall be in lump sums so that UH has the discretion to identify the repair and maintenance projects that should be funded. Appropriates $50,000,000 from the special account in fiscal year 2008-2009 for the repair and maintenance of UH facilities. Authorizes and appropriates $50,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the repair and maintenance of UH facilities.

HB 2978, HD1 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes the funding formula task force to develop an equitable, consistent, and responsive funding formula for the distribution of fiscal resources throughout the UH system, with the assistance of an independent consultant. Makes a one-time appropriation of funds to supplement the base operational budgets of UH campuses that have demonstrated a significant increase in enrollment. (HB2978 HD1)

HB 3226, HD3 RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Clarifies that the name of the candidate advisory council is the "Regents Candidate Advisory Council". Requires a UH Board of Regents member, except the student member, to reside in the geographic area represented by the member. Requires the Governor to notify in writing the Council of vacancies on the BOR within 10 days of receiving notification that a BOR member is resigning or has died, or of removal by the Governor. Requires the submission of candidates within 60 days of a vacancy on the BOR that arises by resignation, death, or removal by the Governor. Clarifies that the Council is to submit the names of candidates to the Governor. Makes confidential information concerning potential candidates that is not of public record; provided that information relating to a candidate who is appointed by the Governor shall be disclosed. Appropriates funds to establish a permanent administrative position for the Council.

HB 3398, HD3 RELATING TO FOREIGN LANGUAGE PROGRAMS.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii system to provide Philippine language and Filipino-American studies courses systemwide. Appropriates funds. (HB3398 HD3)

SCR 75 REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE FEASIBILITY OF REMOVING ENROLLMENT CAPS AT CAMPUSES WITHIN THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.

EDU/ENE

HB 2166, HD1 RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to finance energy conservation and renewable energy measures to make Saunders Hall at the University of Hawaii a campus and community model of sustainability and energy conservation. Effective 07/01/2020. (HB2166 HD1)

ENE/EDU

HB 2510, HD2 RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to contract with the UH for a study to modernize Hawaii's EIS process. (HB2510 HD2)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:31:00)
3/17/08 Mon 1:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
3/18/08 Tue 3:51 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/19/08 Wed 2:30 pm Channel 53 NATV

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Jay M. Fidell
Priscilla Thompson
Theodore E. Liu

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:45:05)
3/18/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/20/08 Thu 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee EDT, CPH, EDU, AHW, and WTL

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

A series of Senate Public Hearings will be broadcast back-to back on Thursday, March 13, 2008, beginning at 1:15 pm. They are: the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) and Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing (CPH) Public Hearing at 1:15 p.m., the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) and Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Public Hearing at 1:30 p.m., the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) Public Hearings at 1:40 p.m. and 2:05 p.m., and the 2:45 p.m. hearing of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT), the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing (CPH), and the Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL). The hearings will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

EDT/CPH

HB 2040 RELATING TO HAWAII'S ECONOMY.
Authorizes an independent study and analysis of Hawaii's economy, including recommendations for public policy changes that will begin to address the cost of living, affordability, and quality of life issues that Hawaii residents face. HB 2521, HD2

EDT/EDU

HB 3360, HD1 RELATING TO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY.
Establishes a task force to develop the Hawaii State Science and Technology Plan. Appropriates funds. (HB3360 HD1)

EDT

HB 1075, HD1 RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY.
Mandates certain conditions applicable to certain commercial and industrial leases. (HB1075 HD1)

HB 3243, HD2 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE HONOLULU SYMPHONY AND ITS PROGRAMS.
Appropriates funds to support the Honolulu Symphony and its programs. (HB3243 HD2)

HB 3191, HD1 RELATING TO CONFORMITY OF THE HAWAII INCOME TAX LAW TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Amends Hawaii's income tax law to conform with changes to the Internal Revenue Code. (HB3191 HD1).

HB 2228, HD2 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR COMMUNITY-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Community-Based Economic Development Technical and Financial Assistance Program to provide loans and grants to qualifying community-based economic development organizations statewide. Effective 7/1/2034. (HB2228 HD2)

HB 2611, HD1 RELATING TO IOLANI PALACE.
Establishes standards and conditions for the receipt of funds appropriated to the State of Hawaii Museum of Monarchy History. (HB2611 HD1)

HB 3191, HD1 RELATING TO CONFORMITY OF THE HAWAII INCOME TAX LAW TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Amends Hawaii's income tax law to conform with changes to the Internal Revenue Code. (HB3191 HD1).

HB 2228, HD2 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR COMMUNITY-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Community-Based Economic Development Technical and Financial Assistance Program to provide loans and grants to qualifying community-based economic development organizations statewide. Effective 7/1/2034. (HB2228 HD2)

HB 2611, HD1 RELATING TO IOLANI PALACE.
Establishes standards and conditions for the receipt of funds appropriated to the State of Hawaii Museum of Monarchy History. (HB2611 HD1)

AHW/EDT/CPH/WTL

HB 2955, HD1 RELATING TO ARCHAEOLOGICAL DATA.
Establishes an archaeological data survey as an online database program of the State of Hawaii Museum of Natural and Cultural History. Authorizes the Museum, in consultation with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and State Historic Preservation Division to withhold information from the database if a disclosure may pose a threat to a site or artifact. (HB2955 HD1)
HB 2965, HD2 RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL WATER SECURITY.
Allows the negotiation of agreements for the production of emergency power for agricultural water systems following a disaster declared by the Governor. (HB2965 HD2)

HB 2292, HD1 RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Enables the agribusiness development corporation to contract with banks to provide lease management services. Allows corporation to lease agricultural lands for up to 55 years. Authorizes the corporation to purchase agricultural lands owned by the Galbraith Estate. Makes an appropriation to acquire Galbraith Estate Lands. (HB2292 HD1)

HB 2293, HD1 RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Authorizes issuance of revenue bonds to purchase land in central Oahu from the Galbraith Estate; appropriates funds to purchase the lands; enables the Agribusiness Development Corporation to contract with lending institutions to provide lease management services. (HB2293 HD1)

HB 2357, HD1 RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Provides incentives and protections to establish and sustain viable agricultural operations on important agricultural lands. (HB2357 HD1)

HB 2450, HD1 RELATING TO LAND USE.
Requires any reclassification of land contiguous to the agricultural district to the urban or rural district to contain a condition prohibiting nonagricultural development within an unspecified distance from the property line bordering any agricultural parcel used for farming operations. (HB2450 HD1)

HB 2737, HD1 RELATING TO WATER RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for the planning and design of reservoirs in Upcountry Maui to serve both agricultural and residential water needs. Clarifies the availability of state funds on a matching basis with federal and county funds. (HB2737 HD1)

HB 2810, HD1 RELATING TO WATER RATES.
Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to establish preferential potable water rates for agricultural activities in a public utility's service area. Requires public utilities, upon application and proof of qualification, to provide preferential rates for potable water used only for agricultural activities. (HB2810 HD1)

HB 3120, HD2 RELATING TO ANIMAL QUARANTINE FACILITIES.
Specifies that animal quarantine property or facilities that are leased or rented shall be leased or rented at a minimum of fifty per cent of fair market value. Restricts the use of these facilities for animal welfare and agricultural purposes only. (HB3120 HD2)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:54:00)
3/19/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/19/08 Wed 9:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee HSP and HTH

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) and the Senate Committee on Health (HTH) Informational Briefing on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. (and the Public Hearing immediately following at 2:45 p.m.) will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Three Agendas:

1:15 p.m. Informational Briefing

There are several long-term care efforts underway in the State of Hawaii. The Senate Committees on Human Services and Public Housing and Health will conduct a joint legislative briefing for the purpose of discussing long-term care and provide the opportunity for some of these initiatives to share, with the public, recommendations being made to the Hawaii State Legislature. Presentations will be made by the following:

Joint Legislative Committee on Family Caregiving, Wes Lum
Governor's Long-Term Living Initiative, Susan Jackson, Department of Health
SCR 144 Task Force, Patti Johnson, Department of Human Services
Maui Health Initiative Task Force, Rita Barreras, Chair

Decision Making On The Following Measure(s):
(Deferred from Wednesday, March 5, 2008)

SCR 33 Requesting the Executive Office on Aging, the Department of Health, and the Department of Human Services to conduct a collaborative study and make recommendations relating to infrastructure and workforce shortages in the state.

SCR 35 Requesting the Executive Office on Aging, the Department of Health, and the Department of Human Services to conduct a collaborative study and make recommendations relating to infrastructure deficiencies in the accessibility and availability of care services and facilities for seniors, veterans, and persons with disabilities in the state.

Public Hearing Agenda (2:45 p.m.)

HB 2412, HD1 RELATING TO HEALTH.
Appropriates an unspecified amount to match federal funding for the disproportionate share hospital allowance. Effective July 1, 2020. (HB2412 HD1)

HB 2576, HD2 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
Appropriates funds for community-based dental health clinics of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation to provide dental services to kupuna, keiki, the developmentally disabled, and the uninsured. (HB2576 HD2)

HB 2913, HD1 RELATING TO KIDNEY DISEASE.
Awards a grant to St. Francis Healthcare System to support the modified home care and community health demonstration project; requires $1,000,000 in matching funds. Effective 7/1/2020. (HB2913 HD1)

HB 1993, HD1 RELATING TO HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to provide care for uninsured Hawaii residents. Effective 07/01/2020. (HB1993 HD1)

HB 2795, HD1 RELATING TO MEDICAID.
Establishes a timeline by which the department of health shall reconcile managed care supplemental payments; provides a clear definition of what conditions constitute a "change of scope" for purposes of increasing or decreasing rates paid to a federally qualified health center or rural health clinic; specifies a process through which these providers may file for a new rate due to "change of scope;" and identifies services that are required to be reimbursed under the prospective payment system. (HB2795 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:41:18)
3/18/08 Tue 1:10 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/18/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
3/20/08 Thu 9:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee ENE and AHW

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) and Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW) Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 2:15 p.m., and the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) and Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) Public Hearing immediately afterward, at 2:45 p.m., will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

ENE/AHW

HB 3410, HD2 RELATING TO BIODIESEL.
Provides various market stimulation incentives for the development of biodiesel, including making state agricultural lands available for biodiesel fuel crops; establishing a state biodiesel feedstock crop and biodiesel fuel purchasing program; and creating tax exemptions for oil seed crushing facilities and lands used for biodiesel feedstock crops. (HB3410 HD2)

ENE/TIA

HB 2263 RELATING TO HARBORS.
Allows the director of transportation to adopt rules that regulate harbor noise.

HB 2004, HD2 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR A STUDY ON ENERGY EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION STRATEGIES.
Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Energy Policy Forum to continue its study with the Energy-efficient Transportation Strategies Working Group to develop energy-efficient transportation strategies. (HB2004 HD2)

HB 2843, HD2 RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.
Expands the items subject to the inspection, quarantine, and eradication service fee (inspection fee) to include any freight brought into the state. Requires the inspection fee to be assessed based on net weight of imported freight. (HB2843 HD2)

ENE only

HB 2003 RELATING TO THE HAWAII ENERGY POLICY FORUM.
Makes an appropriation for the continuation of the Hawaii Energy Policy Forum.

HB 2005, HD1 RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES.
Expands the renewable energy technologies tax credit to include solar electric energy systems. (HB2005 HD1)

HB 2811 RELATING TO ENERGY.
Transfers general funds into the energy systems development special fund. Appropriates funds from the energy systems development special fund for the Hawaii natural energy institute.

HB 2922, HD1 RELATING TO FUEL TAX.
Clarifies that the license tax on diesel fuel is 1 cent, rather than 2 cents if used in power-generating facilities. (HB2922 HD1)

HB 3064, HD2 RELATING TO REFUNDABLE RENEWABLE ENERGY TAX CREDIT.
Makes the renewable energy technologies tax credit refundable for taxpayers with adjusted gross incomes of $20,000 or less or taxpayers whose taxable income is exclusively pension or state retirement income. (HB3064 HD2)

HB 3444, HD2 RELATING TO ENERGY.
Establishes the Energy Security Special Fund. Renames the Environmental Response Tax the "Environmental Response and Energy Security Tax" and increases the tax. Amends the uses of tax revenue to include deposits to the Energy Security Special Fund and the Energy Systems Development Special Fund. Amends uses of the Environmental Response Revolving Fund by deleting energy conservation and alternative energy development uses. Appropriates moneys to the Energy Security Special Fund. (HB3444 HD1)Y OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii to finance energy conservation and renewable energy measures to make Saunders Hall at the University of Hawaii a campus and community model of sustainability and energy conservation. Effective 07/01/2020. (HB2166 HD1)

ENE/EDU

HB 2510, HD2 RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to contract with the UH for a study to modernize Hawaii's EIS process. (HB2510 HD2)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:54:39)
3/14/08 Fri 9:00 am Channel 53 NATV
3/15/08 Sat 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/17/08 Mon 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:

Priscilla Thompson Energy Analyst DBEDT
Yuka Nagashima Executive Director, HTDC
Robert J. Robinson Kolohala LLC.
Jay M. Fidell Vice-Chair HTDC
Philip Bossert Former CEO HTDC
Barry Weinman High Beam

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:07:27)
3/14/08 Fri 9:00 am Channel 53 NATV
3/15/08 Sat 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/17/08 Mon 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee HTH

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Health (HTH) Informational Briefing on Monday, March 10, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

How to Cut Health Costs by 25%
Dr. Terry Shintani, President of the Hawaii Health Foundation

I. Introduction by Dr. Terry Shintani

II. Why health care costs are out-of-control

III. Why an alternative approach is needed

IV. How to reduce pharmaceutical costs and improve health (film - 9 minutes)

V. Individual examples:
A. Diabetes
B. Blood pressure
C. Cholesterol
D. Other health concerns

III. Recommendations

IV. Questions and Answers

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:46:01)
3/18/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/19/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV

Senate Committee HTH

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Health (HTH) Informational Briefing on Friday, March 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
"Health Information Exchange in Hawaii in 2008"
Legislative Briefing: Senate Health Committee and Broadband Task Force Members
1. Overview of the Briefing and the Role of HIMSS-Susan Forbes, DrPH, President, Aloha Chapter, Health Information Management System Society (HIMSS)
a. Introduction of HIMSS and HIMSS Members Participating in the Briefing
b. Objectives of the Briefing
i. Explain and exemplify the stages of development of health information exchange in Hawaii through brief presentations of HIMSS members in the ommunity who are expanding the reach and benefit of HIT
ii. Identify linkages across the state of organizations and individuals working in his area, i.e., "connect the dots"
iii. Specify the obstacles as currently identified
iv. Consider HIMSS and its members a resource for you
2. Stage 1: Technology Adoption--Getting clinicians and consumers to use technology to access information (Moderator: Steve Hurlbut, Phoenix Health Systems)
a. Clinicians
i. Hospitals: Steve Robertson, Hawaii Pacific Health (HPH)
ii. Physicians: Creighton Arita, Praxis
iii. Health Plans: Georgiana Fujita, HMSA
b. Consumers
i. Consumer Health Record: Lee Castonguay, UH Manoa, Telecommunications and Information Policy Group
3. Stage 2: Interoperability-information is accessible whenever and wherever it is needed for patient care (Moderator: Steve Hurlbut)
a. Holomua Project: Christine Sakuda, Hawaii Primary Care Association
b. Hawaii Health Information Exchange: Christine Sakuda, Chair, HHIE
4. Stage 3: Connectivity-physical networks and rules for moving information around
(Moderator: Steve Hurlbut)
a. FCC Grant: Dale Moyen, HPH
5. Summary

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Friday, March 7, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Priscilla Thompson DBEDT, Energy Analyst
John A. Chock Hawaii Strategic Development Corporation, President
William P. Parks DBEDT evaluation committee member
John Tantlinger DBEDT evaluation committee member
Maurice H. Kaya DBEDT evaluation committee member

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 04:32:43)
3/12/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
3/13/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 53 NATV
3/14/08 Fri 1:59 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Eileen Harada, DBEDT, Contracts Officer
Ken Kitamura, DBEDT, Administrative Service Officer
Dawn Okuhama, DBEDT, Directors Private Secretary

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:51:17)
3/13/08 Thu 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/13/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49
3/14/08 Fri 9:00 am Channel 49

Senate Floor Session

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Third Reading on numerous bills

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 04:18:28)
3/9/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/11/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
3/13/08 Thu 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Floor Session

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Floor Session on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 9 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

Third Reading on numerous bills

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 07:00:53)
3/10/08 Mon 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/11/08 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/12/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Special Investigative CommitteeHIC

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Discuss organizational and procedural matters for future hearings, including securing the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents.

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, may occur regarding items on the agenda.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

No public testimony will be accepted.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:05:33)
3/5/08 Wed 12:00 am VIEW (HITS OVERNIGHT)
3/6/08 Thu 8:30 am FOCUS 49

Senate Committee HTH and AHW

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Health (HTH) and Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW) Public Hearing on Monday, February 25, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

AHW/HTH

SB 2804 RELATING TO PRE-PACKAGED MEAT.
Amends the definition of "adulterated" to include pre-packaged meat that has been treated with gas or other technology to enhance color only.

HTH ONLY:

SB 2882 RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Authorizes the use of a payor provided identification number in mail-order prescriptions.

SB 2040 RELATING TO CANCER SURVEILLANCE.
Allows a cancer patient to be contacted directly without initial physician contact for purposes of cancer surveillance. Adds pre-cancer to diseases about which data are authorized for collection. Adds biological specimens to the materials that may be collected to assist cancer research.

SB 409, SD1RELATING TO HEALTH.
Requires health insurance policies to cover medical vigilance services for subscribers who are receiving in-patient health care services at an acute care hospital. (SD1)

SB 2506 RELATING TO FOOD.
Bans the use of the artificial sweetener aspartame in food products.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:46:10)
2/29/08 Fri 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/29/08 Fri 9:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
3/1/08 Sat 1:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee WLH, JUD, and FIN

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Water, Land, Ocean Resources & Hawaiian Affairs (WLH), House Committee on Judiciary (JUD), and House Committee on Finance (FIN) Public Hearing on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS.Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

HB 266, HD1 RELATING TO HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS.
Conveys certain parcels of real property and transfers cash to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs as part of the State's obligations to native Hawaiians under Article XII, sections 4 and 6, of the Hawaii Constitution. (HB266 HD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 04:11:40)
2/27/08 Wed 1:39 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/27/08 Wed 10:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/28/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee CPH

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Consumer Protection and Housing (CPH) Public Hearing on Friday, February 22, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

SB 2094, SD1 RELATING TO DRIVER LICENSES.
Permits the examiner of drivers to waive the test of knowledge of the rules of the road for applicants holding a valid driver's license from another state of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, a province of the Dominion of Canada, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Republic of Palau, or any of the federal government's political subdivisions, territories, or commonwealths. (SD1)

SB 2159 RELATING TO PROFESSIONS.
Repeals sunset provisions for chapter 453D, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to mental health counselors, to be effective upon approval

SB 2985, SD1 RELATING TO PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS FOR PAY AS YOU SAVE.
Expands the successful "Pay As You Save" solar water heater program to photovoltaic systems that convert sunshine into electricity, allowing users to pay each month through their electricity bill. (SD1)

SB 2990, SD1 RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Increases the renewable portfolio standard percentage to 30 per cent of net electricity sales by 2020. (SD1)

SB 2933, SD1 RELATING TO HOUSEHOLD ENERGY DEMAND.
Allows for the use of clotheslines on any privately owned single-family residential dwelling regardless of a contrary provision in any instrument or contract. Allows for restrictions. (SD1)

SB 2861 RELATING TO THE UNIFORM LAND SALES PRACTICES ACT.
Exempts offers or dispositions of interests in time share plans from the Uniform Land Sales Practices Act.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:39:33)
2/27/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/27/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/28/08 Thu 8:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee HSP and PBS

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) and Senate Committee on Public Safety (PBS) Informational Briefing on Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

The purpose of this hearing is to discuss Hawaii Youth Correctional Facilities.

Requested to appear is: Martha T. Torney, Executive Director of the State of Hawaii Department of Human Services Office of Youth Services.
DECISION MAKING ON THE FOLLOWING MEASURE(S):
(Deferred from Tuesday, February 12, 2008)

SB 2345 RELATING TO CHILDREN.
Establishes a bill of rights for children of incarcerated parents.

Senate Committee HSP

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

Senate Special Investigative Committee HIC

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Special Investigative Committee on the Hydrogen Investment Capital Special Fund Management Contract Award (HIC) Public Hearing on Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

PURSUANT TO SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2, ESTABLISHING A SENATE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO H2 ENERGY LLC TO MANAGE THE HYDROGEN INVESTMENT CAPITAL SPECIAL FUND IN 2007, WHICH WAS SUBSEQUENTLY ORDERED TO BE RESCINDED.

1. Adopt rules for the conduct of the investigation;

2. Discuss organizational and procedural matters for future hearings, including securing the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents.

3. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, may occur regarding items on the agenda.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:31:33)
2/26/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/26/08 Tue 10:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WTL

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL) Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

GM 429 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kaneohe Bay Regional Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, BONNIE K. KAHAPEA-TANNER, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 426 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kaua'i Aquatic Life and Wildlife Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, GEORGE R. COATES, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 427 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kaua'i Aquatic Life and Wildlife Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELTON S. USHIO, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 432 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Legacy Land Conservation Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOAN E. CANFIELD, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 433 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Natural Area Reserve System Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, DALE BRIAN BONAR, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 425 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Aloha Tower Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, MELISSA TEVES PAVLICEK, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 428 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Community Development Authority (HCDA), Gubernatorial Nominee, JOSEPH L. DWIGHT IV, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 430 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, RON AGOR, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 431 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, NORMAND R. LEZY, for a term to expire 6-30-2012.

GM 258 Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Director of the Office of Planning, Gubernatorial Nominee, ABBEY SETH MAYER, for a term to expire 12-06-2010

2/23/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/23/08 Sat 12:00 pm Channel 53 HITS
2/26/08 Tue 6:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WTL

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL) Public Hearing on Friday, February 15, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:

SB 2091 RELATING TO SAILBOARDS.
Prohibits operators of sailboards from approaching within 200 feet of a swimmer or surfer in the ocean.

SB 2529 RELATING TO STATE PARKS.
Clarifies that the conservation of park resources and values is the predominant concern of the state park system.

SB 2835 RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Requires state and county agencies to ensure that a public right-of-way is available prior to the approval of any development project, subdivision, or zoning change. Modifies definitions of "public recreational area."

SB 2836 RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Modifies definitions of "public recreational area" and the offense of obstructing access to public property; defines "public right-of-way."

SB 3189 RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS.
Requires owners of privately owned shoreline access paths to keep access to the shoreline open to the public, at minimum, from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:46:39)
2/19/08 Tue 9:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
2/20/08 Wed 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee PSM, WLH, HLT, and EEP

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM) and House Committee on Water, Land, Ocean Resources & Hawaiian Affairs (WLH) Public Hearing and the House Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM), Committee on Health (HLT), and Committee on Energy & Environmental Protection (EEP) Public Hearings, back-to-back on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 10:55 a.m., will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agendas:
PSM/WLH
HB 2543 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR A SHOOTING RANGE IN WEST HAWAII ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII
Appropriates funds to plan, design, and construct a shooting range in west Hawaii on the island of Hawaii.

PSM/HLT/EEP
HB 2072 RELATING TO VETERANS
Requires office of veterans services to help inform certain members of the Hawaii national guard of federal services for depleted uranium exposure. Prohibits state funds use. Requires office to implement outreach. Requires adjutant general to certify annually that the Hawaii national guard members are informed.

HB 2076 RELATING TO DEPLETED URANIUM
Requires the department of health to establish air sampling stations to monitor for levels of depleted uranium.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:46:09)
2/16/08    Sat        9:00 am    Channel 54 HITS
2/18/08    Mon         8:00 am    Channel 49 FOCUS
2/19/08    Tue         2:41 am    Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

House Committee PSM, HSH, and LAB

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM), House Committee on Human Services and Housing (HSH), and House Committee on Labor and Public Employment (LAB) Public Hearing on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 8:50 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
HB 2765 RELATING TO CRIME.
Enables prosecution of human trafficking under Hawaii law by creating new offense of sexual exploitation of a minor, amending existing kidnapping, extortion, and prostitution offenses, and including sexual exploitation of a minor in definition of racketeering. Eliminates distinction between minors under 18 and minors under 16 for purposes of promoting prostitution. Makes victims of sexual exploitation of a minor and promoting prostitution in the first degree eligible for crime victim compensation.

HB 2763 RELATING TO THE CHILDREN OF INCARCERATED PARENTS TASK FORCE.
Re-establishes the children of incarcerated parents task force, which ceased to exist on December 31, 2007. Appropriates funds.

HB 2764 RELATING TO CHILDREN.
Establishes a bill of rights for children of incarcerated parents.

HB 2066 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Repeals exemption from civil service of the first and second deputy sheriff; requires the deputy director for law enforcement and the sheriff to be graduates of a law enforcement academy.

HB 2790 RELATING TO ADULT CORRECTIONS OFFICERS AND YOUTH CORRECTIONS OFFICERS.
Provides adult corrections officers and youth corrections officers with similar retirement benefits afforded other law enforcement and safety officers by allowing retirement after 25 years of credited service, unreduced for age. Requires increased percentage of contributions to ERS for hybrid plan adult corrections officers and youth corrections officers.

HB 2849 RELATING TO ALLOWANCE ON SERVICE RETIREMENT.
Makes police radio dispatchers class A members of the employees' retirement system. Exempts Act from prohibition against benefit enhancements, including reduction in retirement age when there is an unfunded liability established in section 88-122(e), HRS by Act 256, SLH 2007, section 3(2).

Senate Committee WTL and AHW

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL) and Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW) Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
WTL/AHW
SB 151 -- PROPOSED SD1 RELATING TO BIOPROSPECTING.
Proposed SD1: Establishes a permanent bioprospecting advisory commission to address issues relating to bioprospecting. Appropriates funds for commission to fulfill its mandate.

WTL
SB 2189 RELATING TO MAKUA.
Establishes a Makua reserve commission to oversee preservation and restoration activities in Makua valley on Oahu.

SB 3102 RELATING TO THE LAND CONSERVATION FUND.
Allows public and private moneys to be deposited into the Land Conservation Fund (Fund) and distributed as grants for acquisition of land having value as a resource to the State, and allows moneys from the Fund to be used for the operation, maintenance, and management of the acquired lands.

SB 3137 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES FOR AKULE FISH MONITORING.
Makes an appropriation to the department of land and natural resources for the purpose of monitoring akule fish from Pearl Harbor to Ka'ena Point.

SB 3138 RELATING TO THE WAIANAE COAST.
Amends Act 6, SLH Special Session 2005, to require an interim report on the baseline environmental study to be submitted to the 2008 legislature and the final report to the 2009 legislature; appropriates moneys to DLNR for continuing preparation of the study.

SB 3211 RELATING TO BOATING FACILITIES AT KEEHI LAGOON.
Appropriates funds for boat repair facilities at Keehi Lagoon.

WTL/JDL
SB 2926 RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Makes operation of motor vehicles on unencumbered lands, other than on roads, trails, or tracks designated or provided by the department of land and natural resources for vehicular use, a petty misdemeanor and imposes mandatory fines.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:41:26)
2/16/08    Sat      8:00 am    Channel 53 NATV
2/19/08    Tue   12:00 am    Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/19/08    Tue     6:00 pm    Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDU and ENE

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) and Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) Public Hearing on Monday, February 11, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
ENE/EDU
SB 2231 RELATING TO ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Appropriates funds to replace all incandescent lighting with compact fluorescent lighting in public schools.

SB 2232 RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Appropriates funds to the public school system to establish a recycling program and provide recycling bins on every school campus.

EDU/ENE
SB 2774 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes a task force within the department of education to conduct an analysis into the creation of a comprehensive school recycling program; makes appropriation.

SB 2166 RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Appropriates funds for grants for public schools that use alternative energy utilities on their campuses.

EDU ONLY
SB 2165 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds for performing arts and fine arts education programs in public middle and high schools.

SB 2230 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates moneys for the development, renewal, and maintenance of fine arts classes in secondary schools.

SB 2697 RELATING TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Requires the department of education to implement physical education instruction for grades kindergarten through eight; allows credit to be granted for certain athletic and co-curricular activities; provides for the recruitment of licensed physical education teachers; and makes appropriations.

SB 2775 RELATING TO EDUCATION
Mandates a sex education curriculum that includes the concepts of abstinence, contraception, and sexually-transmitted disease prevention, and is required for graduation from secondary schools in Hawaii.

SB 2167 RELATING TO STUDENTS
Requires a reduction in class sizes to achieve lower student-to-teacher ratios in public elementary, middle, and high schools. Appropriates funds for staffing needs for the reduction in class sizes.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:41:41)
2/15/08 Fri 10:30 am Channel 54 HITS
2/16/08 Sat 2:28 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/18/08 Mon 12:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee HSP, IGM, and TIA

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) and Senate Committee on Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (IGM) Public Hearing and the Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) and Senate Committee on Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (IGM) back-to-back Public Hearings on Monday, February 11, 2008 at 1:15 p.m will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agendas:
HSP/IGM
SB 2107 RELATING TO DISASTER PREPAREDNESS.
Establishes a disaster planning and preparedness consumer advisory board to review existing and develop new policies and plans that address the needs of the elderly and disabled members of the community in the event of a man-made or natural disaster. Makes an appropriation.

SB 2351 RELATING TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS.
Establishes a statewide task force to advise the Civil Defense Division of the state Department of Defense on the needs of individuals with disabilities and special health needs.

SB 2435 RELATING TO QUALIFIED COMMUNITY REHABILITATION PROGRAMS.
Exempts positions and personal services contracts with a qualified community rehabilitation program, which last for no more than one year, from county civil service law regardless of the cost

TIA/IGM
SB 2900 RELATING TO PUBLIC LANDS.
Establishes that there is no private right to possess any public roadway arising from the fact that the ownership of the roadway is disputed between the State and county in which the roadway exists. Gives counties the power to enforce traffic laws on these roadways without a presumption of ownership being created.

SB 1259 RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Requires proof of insurance to register a vehicle. Requires notice to the director of finance if the insurance is canceled. Requires surrender of license plates and certificate of registration upon cancellation of insurance. Requires suspension of the registered owner's driver's license if the license plates and certificate of registration are not surrendered after notice.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:18:42)
2/15/08 Fri 5:14 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/15/08 Fri 9:00 am Channel 54 HITS
2/16/08 Sat 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WTL

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL) Public Hearing on Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2423 RELATING TO LAND ACQUISITION.
Proposed SD1: Directs the department of land and natural resources or any appropriate entity of the State to acquire undeveloped lands, including but not limited to those lands surrounding the Turtle Bay Hotel and Resort, located in Kahuku, Oahu.

WTL, WAM RELATING TO LAND ACQUISITION.
Appropriates funds for the acquisition of land in Wahiawa, Oahu, currently owned by the George Galbraith Estate.

SB 2248 RELATING TO LEGACY LANDS.
Makes an appropriation for the board of land and natural resources to purchase the Ka 'Iwi coast using the land conservation fund.

SB 3221 RELATING TO THE COCO PALMS RESORT.
Appropriates matching funds for the board of land and natural resources in partnership with other public and private non-profit entities to acquire the Coco Palms Resort and convert it into a public historical park and cultural education center to preserve and benefit native Hawaiian culture.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:28:40)
2/14/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/15/08 Fri 1:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
2/16/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee on AHW, WTL, and JDL

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL), and Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) Public Hearing on Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2733 RELATING TO THE PUBLIC TRUST LANDS SETTLEMENT.
Resolves claims and disputes relating to the portion of income and proceeds from the lands of the public land trust for use by the office of Hawaiian affairs between 11/7/1978 and 7/1/2008; fixes prospectively the minimum amount of income and proceeds from the lands of the public land trust that are to be paid to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs at $15,100,000 each fiscal year. Effective 07/01/08.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:14:58)
2/15/08 Fri 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/15/08 Fri 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/17/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee AHW, WTL, and JDL

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW), Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL), and Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) Informational Briefing on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
WTL/AHW/JDL
SB 2727 RELATING TO HA`IKU VALLEY.
Establishes the Ha'iku Valley cultural preserve commission to have policy and management oversight of the Ha'iku Valley cultural preserve.

AHW/WTL
SB 2463 RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Enables the agribusiness development corporation to contract with banks to provide lease management services. Allows corporation to lease agricultural lands for up to 55 years. Authorizes the corporation to purchase agricultural lands owned by the Galbraith Estate. Makes an appropriation to acquire Galbraith Estate Lands.

SB 2646 RELATING TO IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
Provides incentives and protections to establish and sustain viable agricultural operations on important agricultural lands.

SB 3210 RELATING TO LAND USE.
Establishes State's sole jurisdiction over land in agricultural districts.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:11:03)
2/13/08 Wed 10:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/14/08 Thu 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/16/08 Sat 12:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee CHP and House Committee HSH

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing (CPH) and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing (HSH) Informational Briefing on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 54 (VIEWS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to receive a briefing on "Developing Sustainable Communities". The briefing will focus on the development of military communities at Army and Air Force bases in Hawaii, and will showcase the Army Hawaii Family Housing project. The following parties have been invited to participate:

Senate Committee CPH and HSH

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing (CPH) and House Committee on Human Services and Housing (HSH) Informational Briefing that was originally broadcast on February 8, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:
Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to receive a briefing on "Developing Sustainable Communities." The briefing will focus on the development of military communities at Army and Air Force bases in Hawaii, and will showcase the Army Hawaii Family Housing project. The following parties have been invited to participate:

I. Actus Lend Lease
II. Colonel Howard Killian, Deputy Commander, U.S. Army Installation Management Agency

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:44:46)
2/12/08 Tue 4:54 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/12/08 Tue 1:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
2/16/08 Sat 10:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee AHW and IGM

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW) and Senate Committee on Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (IGM) Public Hearing on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
AHW/IGM
SB 2521 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR RESERVOIRS, DAMS, AND DITCH SYSTEMS.
Appropriates moneys for a feasibility study on management of dams, reservoirs, and ditch systems. Effective 7/1/08.

AHW ONLY
SB 2907 RELATING TO THE PASTORAL AND AGRICULTURAL HOMESTEADING DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS.
Establishes a division and appropriates funds for pastoral and agricultural homesteading within the department of Hawaiian home lands.

SB 2908 RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
Appropriates funds to establish a pilot nonprofit developer consultation project program within the department of Hawaiian home lands in an effort to increase nonprofit developers in Hawaii.

SB 3048 RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Increases the loan ceiling for farm and ranch operations on Hawaiian home lands from $50,000 to $200,000.

SB 3150 RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT, 1920, AS AMENDED.
Establishes the Hawaiian home lands community development fund with revenue-sharing from commercial development projects in order to fund community and cultural programming for beneficiaries of the trust in the Hawaiian homestead communities.

SB 3151 RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT.
Provides for consultation with beneficiaries when a project includes commercial development.

SB 3152 RELATING TO HAWAIIAN HOMES COMMISSION ACT 1920, AS AMENDED.
Requires the department of Hawaiian home lands to consult with the beneficiaries of the trust before agreeing to lower allowable loan amounts.

SB 3135 RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND TRUST REVENUES.
Appropriates funds for repair and maintenance at the Mo'okini heiau.

SB 2498 RELATING TO A MAKAHIKI DAY COMMEMORATION.
Establishes each November 20th as the Makahiki commemoration day.

SB 2915 RELATING TO TARO.
Creating the taro security and purity task force and appropriating funds for that purpose.

SB 3156 RELATING TO DROUGHT MITIGATION TAX CREDIT.
Provides a tax credit equal to 50% of the costs for construction of a new drought mitigation water storage facility, or repair or reconstruction of an existing water storage facility

SB 3209 RELATING TO TAX CREDITS.
Provides a tax credit for qualified agricultural costs incurred to improve farms on land classified as agricultural districts.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:10:05)
2/20/08 Wed 4:45 a.m. Channel 54 VIEWS

Senate Committee ENE

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) Public Hearing on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2841 RELATING TO THE DEPOSIT BEVERAGE CONTAINER PROGRAM.
Requires retail dealers with more than 75,000 square feet of retail space to operate redemption centers. Effective 10/1/08.

SB 2842 RELATING TO LIGHTING.
Phases-out and bans the use of lighting products with lead and high mercury content; establishes a statewide lighting efficiency standard for general purpose lights; directs the Department of Health to develop a statewide recycling program for recycling mercury-containing compact florescent bulbs.

SB 2885 RELATING TO INCANDESCENT LIGHT BULBS.
Prohibits after 12/31/08, the sale of general service incandescent lamps in the State.

SB 2843 RELATING TO ELECTRONIC DEVICE RECYCLING.
Establishes a state program for collection, recycling, enforcement, and monitoring of covered electronic devices; establishes program funding through the electronic device recycling fund.

SB 2628 RELATING TO PAPER WASTE REDUCTION.
Requires telephone utilities and companies that publish or distribute telephone directories to distribute directories only upon receiving written authorization executed by the customer. Repeals in 2015.

SB 2629 RELATING TO HEALTH.
Prohibits use of polystyrene foam takeout food containers beginning January 1, 2010. Requires department of health to find alternatives to polystyrene containers. Makes appropriation.

SB 2001 RELATING TO SOLID WASTE.
Prohibits the use of polystyrene foam as a disposable food service-ware product.

SB 2933 RELATING TO HOUSEHOLD ENERGY DEMAND.
Allows for the use of clotheslines on any privately owned single-family residential dwelling regardless of a contrary provision in any instrument or contract.

SB 2034 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST OCEANLINX HAWAII LLC.
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds for planning, designing, and constructing a wave or hydrokinetic power facility on Maui.

SB 3190 RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST SOPOGY INC., IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGY ON THE ISLAND OF OAHU.
Authorizes the issuance of special purpose revenue bonds in an amount not exceeding $35,000,000 to assist Sopogy, Inc. with planning, designing, construction, equipping, and operating a solar farm power plant on the island of Oahu to produce electricity from solar power.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:32:42) 2/20/08 Wed 2:13 a.m. Channel 54 VIEWS

Senate Committee JDL

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2168 RELATING TO THE AGREEMENT AMONG STATES TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT BY POPULAR VOTE
Adopts multi-state compact for election of the President of the United States by national popular vote.

SB 2898 RELATING TO THE AGREEMENT AMONG STATES TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT BY POPULAR VOTE
Adds a new chapter to Hawaii Revised Statutes to allow member states to determine the winner of a presidential election by "national popular vote."

SB 2202 RELATING TO PARTIAL PUBLIC FINANCING OF ELECTIONS.
Qualifies a candidate for the office of prosecuting attorney to qualify for partial public campaign financing if the candidate does not exceed the respective campaign expenditure limit.

SB 2801 RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION
Allows voters to register to vote on election day at the polling place for the precinct in which the voter resides.

SB 2620 RELATING TO REAPPORTIONMENT.
Requires the commission to apportion multi-member house districts of not more than three members that conform to the boundaries of the senate districts, where applicable.

SB 2579 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN SPENDING.
Clarifies who is subject o administrative fines for violations relating to campaign contributions and expenditures. Provides for deposit of collected fines into the state general fund.

SB 2777 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN SPENDING
Clarifies that "ordinary and customary" expenditures are allowable under campaign spending law.

SB 3140 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN SPENDING
Clarifies the campaign spending commission shall not issue rules through the issuance of an advisory opinion.

SB 3141 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN SPENDING
Clarifies that in the case of a corporation or company using funds from its own treasury, there shall be no limit on contributions or expenditures to the corporation or company noncandidate committee

SB 2203 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN FINANCING
Makes various amendments to campaign financing law.

SB 2204 RELATING TO CAMPAIGN SPENDING
Clarifies campaign spending law relating to electronic filing of reports.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:08:56)
2/20/08 Wed 12:00 a.m. Channel 54 VIEWS

Senate Committee TIA, WTL, IGM, and EDT

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA), Senate Committee on Water and Land (WTL), Senate Committee on Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (IGM), and Senate Committee on Economic Development and Taxation (EDT) Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
TIA/WTL
SB 3227 RELATING TO HARBORS.
Expands the authority of the Aloha Tower development corporation to assist in the development of the statewide harbors modernization plan; authorizes the DOT to issue revenue bonds to finance the harbor improvements; transfers the pier portion of Hana ramp and wharf to DOT.

TIA
SB 520, SD1 (SSCR2012) RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.
Establishes a peace mission committee within the office of international affairs to plan and implement peace missions to other nations and organizations; appropriates funds.

TIA/IGM/EDT
SB 3213 RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION FUNDING.
Requires the city and county of Honolulu to make a decision by June 30, 2008, on the technology of the fixed guideway system for the locally preferred alternative for a mass transit project, or the surcharge to fund the project shall be suspended effective July 1, 2008, for that county; requires the county by December 31, 2008, to award any related contracts for the technology of the fixed guideway system for the locally preferred alternative for a mass transit project, or return any unexpended moneys to the State for deposit into the state highway fund; authorizes expenditures from the fund, as deemed appropriate by the legislature, for transportation projects in the county for which the surcharge was collected.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:58:53)
2/10/08 Sun 11:00 am Channel 49
2/12/08 Tue 2:55 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/14/08 Thu 6:00 pm Channel 49

Senate Committee AHW

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs (AHW) Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2955 RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL INSPECTIONS.
Grants the Department of Agriculture authority to require advance written notification of arrival of articles transported to the State or from one island within the State to another as freight, air freight, baggage, or otherwise, for the purpose of debarkation. Broadens the range of articles subject to advance notification and possible inspection to include non-agricultural articles capable of harboring pests. Corrects an error that occurred in Act 64, SLH 2005, regarding import of restricted articles so as to be consistent with other parts of the statute.

SB 3042 RELATING TO ANIMAL QUARANTINE FACILITIES.
Allows the Department of Agriculture to negotiate the lease rent for use of the Animal Quarantine Station located in Halawa Valley on Oahu.

SB 2895 RELATING TO OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC ORDER.
Adds horses to the list of animals designated as pet animals under the law pertaining to offenses relating to cruelty to animals.

SB 2518 RELATING TO TARO
Provides a grant for taro research, laboratory costs, and outreach for the control of the invasive apple snail.

SB 2905 RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
Appropriates funds for a study by the legislative reference bureau on the effect of regulations of Kona coffee blends.

SB 2516 RELATING TO WATER RESOURCES.
Appropriates funds to the Department of Agriculture for the planning and design of a reservoir in Upcountry Maui to serve both agricultural and residential water needs.

SB 2520 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE EAST KAUAI IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
Appropriates funds for the operation and maintenance of the East Kauai irrigation system.

SB 2643 RELATING TO IRRIGATION.
Authorizes general obligation bond funds to be deposited into the irrigation repair and maintenance special fund for repair and maintenance of certain irrigation systems, and for additional personnel to improve irrigation system management.

SB 2645 RELATING TO DROUGHT MITIGATION.
Appropriates funds for drought mitigation projects in each county of the state.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:51:18)
2/10/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/12/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/12/08 Tue 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDU, ENE and TIA

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU), Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE), and Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) Public Hearing on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
ENE/TIA/EDU
SB 2625 RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Appropriation for the Hawaii energy policy forum to conduct a study on energy-efficient transportation strategies at the University of Hawaii.

ENE/EDU
SB 2227 RELATING TO ALTERNATIVE ENERGY.
Appropriates funds for grants for alternative energy utilities on public school campuses.

SB 2356 RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
Makes an appropriation to the University of Hawaii to finance energy conservation and renewable energy matters to make Saunders hall at the University of Hawaii a campus and community model of sustainability and energy conservation.

SB 2848 RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
Provides appropriation to auditor to contract with the UH for a study to modernize Hawaii's EIS process.

SB 3170 RELATING TO PESTICIDES.
Establishes a pesticide-free buffer zone around elementary schools and imposes a seventy-two hour written notice to all schools in immediate area of spraying requirement.

EDU/ENE
SB 2571 RELATING TO FOOD WASTE RECYCLING.
Requires the department of education, in a partnership with the department of health, to establish a three-year food waste recycling pilot project within public school districts. Makes an environmental management special fund appropriation for this purpose.

EDU ONLY
SB 3252 RELATING TO TEACHERS.
Addresses the teacher shortage problem in the State through various initiatives. Appropriates funds to address the problem.

SB 2122 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes special education advisory council in chapter 302A, HRS, relating to education.

SB 2138 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds for special education and early intervention services provided by private sector or county programs through a grant pursuant to chapter 42F, HRS.

SB 2080 RELATING TO TEACHER LICENSURE.
Requires the Hawaii teacher standards board to revoke a teacher's license when the teacher has been convicted of certain sexual offenses against minors.

SB 2228 RELATING TO SCHOOL COUNSELORS.
Provides funds for the department of education to hire more school counselors for middle and high schools. Appropriation.

SB 2288 RELATING TO EDUCATION. Requires the department of education to establish a dropout prevention strategy that includes research, planning, programs, grants, and supplementary instruction for students at risk of dropping out. Appropriates funds.

SB 2476 RELATING TO EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES.
Creates a new section allowing children who are home schooled to participate in extracurricular activities at the public school they would otherwise be required to attend.

SB 2787 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds to ensure that children whose first language is not English have the resources they need to succeed in Hawaii's school system.

SB 2222 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds for incorporating peace education in the current public school curriculum, including funding for counselor training, expansion of the peer education program, and the hiring of additional substance abuse counselors.

SB 2236 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Appropriates funds for the Waianae Organic Agriculture Center collaborative project between Leeward Community College and Waianae Community Redevelopment Corporation to establish one full-time educational coordinator position and support operating costs.

SB 2734 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Establishes a cultural activities education program under the department of education to provide greater opportunities for public school students to participate in cultural activities. Appropriates funds to the department of education to establish a cultural activities education program.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 04:51:28)
2/7/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/8/08 Fri 10:00 am Channel 54
2/9/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee TIA

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) Informational Briefing Friday, February 1, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to discuss the Honolulu High-Capacity Transit Corridor project and to update the members on the progress of the Honolulu Fixed guideway transit system.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:36:48)
2/7/08 Thu 10:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
2/8/08 Fri 3:45 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/8/08 Fri 12:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee HSP

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Public Hearing on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2050 RELATING TO THE NUMBER OF BLIND, DEAF, AND DEAF-BLIND PERSONS IN THE STATE OF HAWAII.
Appropriates funds for a survey of the number of blind, deaf, and deaf-blind persons in the State of Hawaii.

SB 2051 RELATING TO HEALTH.
Appropriates funds for hearing and vision screening for newborns, children, and teenagers.

SB 2052 RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Requires that hearing aid devices be included in mandatory insurance coverage for medicaid and private health insurance.

SB 2053 RELATING TO SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED.
Establishes Internet access for the disabled program to offer free Internet access to individuals who are disabled; makes appropriation.

SB 2349 RELATING TO EXEMPTION FROM GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
Exempts from the general excise tax, amounts received for selling assistive devices. Defines assistive devices.

SB 2234 RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Requires the department of human services to disregard specified assets for purposes of determining eligibility for certain public assistance benefits.

SB 2352 RELATING TO TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES.
Directs the Department of Human Services to establish a three-year pilot project, beginning with fiscal year 2008-2009, to conduct and expand asset-building classes statewide to serve individuals with disabilities and parents of children with a disability in developing skills.

SB 2737 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR ASSET BUILDING.
Establishes three-year pilot project within the department of human services to conduct and expand asset-building classes statewide to serve individuals with disabilities and the parents of children with a disability.

SB 2223 RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES.
Appropriates funds to the department of human services for independent living skills training for foster children and children being released from foster care. Authorizes general obligation bonds for transitional housing for foster children and children being released from foster care.

SB 2246 RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION BOARD ALLOWANCE FOR FORMER FOSTER YOUTH.
Allows a former foster youth to be eligible for higher education board allowance until the age of twenty-one and for a period of five and one-half years. Makes an appropriation for this purpose.

SB 2730 RELATING TO CHILD PROTECTION.
Establishes a grandparent preference for out-of-home placement of children needing child protective services.

SB 2731 RELATING TO CHILD PROTECTION.
Permits a child's grandparent to participate as a party at certain child protective hearings.

SB 2735 RELATING TO MINORS
Allows minors to consent to entering into emergency shelters or other homeless facilities when minors do not have a parent or guardian to consent on their behalf.

SB 2210 RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES
Clarifies the eligibility of and expands the bridge to hope program to enable all heads of households who are receiving financial assistance and participating in first-to-work to pursue education beyond the federal limit of one-year of vocational education.

SB 2226 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE STATE COMMISSION ON FATHERHOOD.
Appropriates funds for the state commission on fatherhood.

SB 2102 RELATING TO CARE HOMES.
Increases payments for level of care for ARCH types I and II, licensed developmental disabilities domiciliary homes, community care foster family homes, and certified adult foster homes by 7% from $641.90 to $686.83 for level I and from $749.90 to $802.39 for level II beginning on 7/1/08. Appropriation.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:45:36)
2/7/08 Thu 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
2/8/08 Fri 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/8/08 Fri 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee TIA and ENE

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA) and the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) Public Hearing on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
TIA ONLY
SB 2267 RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
Establishes a peace mission committee within the office of international affairs to plan and implement peace missions to other nations and organizations. Appropriates funds.

SB 2800 RELATING TO HARBORS.
Extends the department of transportation's jurisdiction and administrative authority over Honolulu harbor Pier 2 to include lots 1, 2, 4, and 5 of the Forrest Avenue subdivision, as well.

SB 2365 RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Provides that high occupancy vehicle lanes may be used by hybrid vehicles.

SB 2549 RELATING TO ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILES.
Requires the department of business, economic development, and tourism to develop an implementation plan to increase electric automobile use in Hawaii.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:45:41)
2/2/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/2/08 Sat 10:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
2/3/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee HLT

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Health (HLT) Public Hearing on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
HB 2413 RELATING TO INCOME TAXATION.
Allows an income tax credit to physicians practicing in medically underserved areas for a portion of the amount of medical malpractice premiums.

HB 2530 RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Requires the narcotics enforcement division of the department of public safety to maintain an electronic purchase logbook for sales of pseudoephedrine and related substances.

HB 2567 RELATING TO DISASTER PREPAREDNESS.
Funds a study to assess the structural integrity of each hospital and nursing home facility to determine their ability to withstand hurricanes and earthquakes. Makes appropriation.

SB 2343 RELATING TO PAROLE.
Establishes an earned-time program that provides incentives for inmate rehabilitation by allowing inmates to become eligible for parole when they make consistent progress in completing programs while incarcerated. Appropriates funds.

HB 2569 RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
Establishes the psychiatric health services pilot project which enables psychiatrists to collaborate with primary care physicians at federally qualified health centers for psychiatric care to patients. Makes appropriation. Repealed 6/30/11.

HB 3146 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE ADULT MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
To authorize an emergency appropriation for fiscal year 2007-2008 of $10,000,000 from general funds to the Department of Health (DOH), for the Adult Mental Health Division (AMHD).

HB 2529 RELATING TO FOOD SAFETY.
Establishes State policies on dealing with tainted foods that are processed for consumption by humans and pet animals.

HB 2291 RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes the state health authority to propose a plan to provide medical assistance for all citizens of Hawaii.

HB 2126 RELATING TO HEALTHCARE.
Requires hospitals to establish a policy and program that identifies, assesses, and develops strategies to control the risk of injury to patients and healthcare workers and nurses associated with lifting and moving patients. Provides tax deduction for hospitals that purchase equipment for the moving of patients.

HB 2141 RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Requires the department of education, in collaboration with the department of health, to provide accurate information on human papillomavirus, the link between human papillomavirus infection and cervical cancer, and the availability of human papillomavirus immunizations to parents of female sixth graders in public schools. Appropriations.

HB 3161 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Appropriation of general funds for fiscal year 2007-2008 to pay current, essential vendors, reduce accounts payable, and allow operation and provision of current levels of service in Hawaii Health Systems Corporation's facilities.

HB 2283 RELATING TO TATTOO ARTISTS.
Allows department of health to issue temporary 14-calendar-day certificates of registration to tattoo artists for educational, trade show, or product demonstration purposes only.

HB 2533 RELATING TO VACCINATIONS.
Provides free influenza vaccinations to students statewide to reduce mortality. Requires consent forms. Requires department of health to seek federal funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Appropriates funds to department of health for FY 2008-2009. Repealed 06/30/09.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:46:28)
2/12/08 Tue 9:00 am Channel 53
2/13/08 Wed 1:00 pm Channel 49
2/14/08 Thu 2:11 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)

Senate Committee HTH and HSP

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Health (HTH) and Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Public Hearing that was originally broadcast on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 1:15 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
(HTH ONLY)
SB 3068 MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE ADULT MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION.
To authorize an emergency appropriation for fiscal year 2007-2008 of $10,000,000 from general funds to the Department of Health (DOH), for the Adult Mental Health Division (AMHD).

SB 2537 RELATING TO KIDNEY DISEASE.
Awards a grant to St. Francis Healthcare System to support the modified home care and community health demonstration project; requires $1,000,000 in matching funds. Effective 7/1/08.

SB 2534 RELATING TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST CONTAINMENT AND AFFORDABLE ACCESS.
Requires the director of human services to establish a pharmacy best practices and cost control program including medicaid and other state public assistance health benefits plans, in which any public and private health plan may participate. Includes a prescription drug preferred list and prior authorization review process. Requires drug manufacturers to disclose economic benefits of $25 or more provided to persons who prescribe, dispense, or purchase prescription drugs.

SB 2259 RELATING TO PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATION.
Improves access to psychotropic medication for all participants in medicaid medical plans.

SB 2541 RELATING TO DENTAL CARE.
Expands coverage under the State's medicaid and QUEST programs to include comprehensive dental care for adults and appropriates funds to provide the additional coverage. Establishes a pilot program in the county of Hawaii relating to hospital dentistry for the developmentally disabled community and appropriates funds. Establishes a task force.

SB 2132 RELATING TO CANCER TREATMENT.
Requires the department of human services to develop a program to provide cancer treatment to uninsured cancer patients in Hawaii. Effective 7/1/08.

SB 2041 RELATING TO HEALTH.
Appropriates funds to match federal funding for the disproportionate share hospital allowance.

SB 2101 RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.
Establishes the state health authority to propose a plan to provide medical assistance for all citizens of Hawaii.

SB 2542 RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH.
Ensures continued community-based primary care for the uninsured, underinsured, or medicaid recipients by helping the community health center system to remain financially viable and stable in the face of the increasing needs of these populations.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:15:06)
2/2/08 Sat 3:32 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
2/2/08 Sat 9:00 am Channel 54
2/3/08 Sun 12:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee PBS

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Public Safety (PBS) Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 2:45 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2546 RELATING TO OFFENDER REENTRY.
Makes clarifying amendments to chapter 353H, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to the offender reentry program.

SB 2344 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Requires the department of public safety to establish performance indicators to ensure that the department is in compliance with the Community Safety Act of 2007. Requires monthly reports to the legislature, using key performance indicators, such as inmate drug test failure rates, educational goals achieved, reentry plans, post-incarceration employment, victim restitution paid, and recidivism rates.

SB 2082 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Appropriates funds to the department of public safety to develop a plan by July 1, 2008, to return all female Hawaii prisoners incarcerated in mainland prisons back to Hawaii by July 1, 2009.

SB 2341 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Requires prisons holding Hawaii prisoners under a contract with the State to make public information about the operation of the prison.

SB 2342 RELATING TO THE AUDITOR.
Requires the auditor to conduct performance audits of private prisons on the mainland that house Hawaii prisoners. Makes appropriation.

SB 2130 RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
Requires the narcotics enforcement division of the department of public safety to maintain an electronic purchase logbook for sales of pseudoephedrine and related substances.

SB 2334 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.
Repeals exemption from civil service of the first and second deputy sheriff; requires the deputy director for law enforcement and the sheriff to be graduates of a law enforcement academy.

SB 2081 RELATING TO THE HAWAII PENAL CODE.
Enacts procedures for pardons; requires the governor to give public notice of intended pardons.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:16:13)
2/1/08 Fri 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HIST OVERNIGHT)
2/2/08 Sat 8:00 am FOCUS 49
2/5/08 Tue 6:30 pm FOCUS 49

Senate Committee HSP

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Public Hearing on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
SB 2042 RELATING TO CAREGIVING.
Extends the joint legislative committee on family caregiving; changes the committee's name to the joint legislative committee on aging in place; expands the committee's mandate to include aging in place issues related to family caregiving; requires the aging and disability resource center to report to the committee; requires the joint legislative committee to conduct a cash and counseling project; appropriates funds to the joint legislative committee; allows kupuna care to include overnight, weekend, and emergency respite, as well as provide grants to caregivers and for home modification; appropriates funds to the kupuna care program.

SB 2045 RELATING TO CAREGIVING.
Establishes a task force to focus on the needs of and issues facing grandparents raising grandchildren.

SB 2046 RELATING TO MULTI-UNIT RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS.
Requires regular surveys of residents of multi-unit residential buildings on specific needs and issues relating to medical needs, accommodations for the disabled, and other special needs for emergency preparation purposes. Requires multi-unit residential buildings to have and inform their residents of emergency evacuation plans.

SB 2047 RELATING TO TAXATION.
Establishes an income tax credit for taxpayers who make modifications to their home to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities or special needs.

SB 2048 RELATING TO CAREGIVING.
Appropriates funds to the Executive Office on Aging to continue its respite inventory project in collaboration with the University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Social Work.

SB 2049 RELATING TO TAXATION.
Provides a tax credit to taxpayer caregivers who care for qualified care recipients.

SB 2054 RELATING TO FAMILY COURT.
Amends custody and visitation criteria and procedures to specify what factors the courts shall consider in determining the best interest of the child.

SB 2055 RELATING TO FAMILY COURT.
Establishes the procedures and requirements for child custody evaluator training and certification.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:12:44)
1/29/08 Tue 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
2/5/08 Tue 9:00 pm FOCUS 49

Senate Committee HSP

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing (HSP) Informational Briefing on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (VIEWS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
A briefing to update the public and the Legislature about the QUEST, QUEST NET, QUEST EXPANDED, and the CHILDREN'S UNIVERSAL HEALTH PROGRAM. The Department of Human Services will be presenting the updates.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:57:04)
1/25/08 Fri 12:52 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
1/25/08 Fri 12:30 pm FOCUS 49
2/2/08 Sat 10:00 pm FOCUS 49

Governor's State of the State Address

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Governor's State of the State Address on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (VIEWS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:52:27)

1/25/08 Fri 12:00 am VIEW 54 (HITS OVERNIGHT)
1/25/08 Fri 11:30 am FOCUS 49
1/27/08 Sun 11:00 pm VIEW 54 BONUS
1/31/08 Thu 10:31 pm FOCUS 49

Senate Committee PBS and House Committee PSM

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Public Safety (PBS) and the House Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs (PSM) informational Briefing on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to provide update by Facility Assessment and Concept Development (FACD) consultants to the Legislature, the Department of Public Safety's plan to implement a new and more accurate inmate classification system and in addition a presentation by the Interagency Council on Intermediate Sanctions (ICIS). The following are invited to participate:

Clayton Frank, Director of the Dept. of Public Safety
Tommy Johnson, Deputy Director for Corrections, Dept. of Public Safety
Patricia Hardyman and Camile Camp, Consultants for FACD
Judge Steven Alm, Co-Chair for ICIS

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:20:42)
1/25/08 Fri 2:49 am VIEW (HITS OVERNIGHT)
1/25/08 Fri 9:00 am FOCUS
2/2/08 Sat 8:00 am NATV

House Committee FIN

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing on Friday, January 18, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Transportation
General Administration TRN 995

Air Transportation Facilities and Services
Honolulu International Airport TRN 102
General Aviation TRN 104
Hilo International Airport TRN 111
Kona International Airport at Ke'ahole TRN 114
Waimea - Kohala Airport TRN 116
Upolu Airport TRN 118
Kahului Airport TRN 131
Hana Airport TRN 133
Kapalua Airport TRN 135
Molokai Airport TRN 141
Kalaupapa Airport TRN 143
Lanai Airport TRN 151
Lihue Airport TRN 161
Port Allen Airport TRN 163
Airports Administration TRN 195
Water Transportation Facilities and Services

Honolulu Harbor TRN 301
Kalaeloa Barbers Point Harbor TRN 303
Kewalo Basin TRN 305
Hilo Harbor TRN 311
Kawaihae Harbor TRN 313
Kahului Harbor TRN 331
Kaunakakai Harbor TRN 341
Kaumalapau Harbor TRN 351
Nawiliwili Harbor TRN 361
Port Allen Harbor TRN 363
Harbors Administration TRN 395

Land Transportation Facilities and Services
Oahu Highways TRN 501
Hawaii Highways TRN 511
Maui Highways TRN 531
Molokai Highways TRN 541
Lanai Highways TRN 551
Kauai Highways TRN 561
Highways Administration TRN 59
Highway Safety TRN 597

Senate Committee WAM

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) Informational Briefing on Friday, January 18, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 54 (VIEWS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Land and Natural Resources
Public Lands Management LNR 101
Conveyances and Recordings LNR 111
Water and Land Development LNR 141
Commercial Fisheries & Resource Enhancement LNR 153
Forestry - Products Development LNR 172
Aquatic Resources LNR 401
Native Resources and Fire Protection Program LNR 402
Water Resources LNR 404
Conservation and Resources Enforcement LNR 405
Natural Area Reserves and Watershed Management LNR 407
Ocean-Based Recreation LNR 801
Historic Preservation LNR 802
Forest and Outdoor Recreation LNR 804
Recreational Fisheries LNR 805
Parks Administration and Operations LNR 806
Prevention of Natural Disasters LNR 810
LNR - Natural Physical Environment LNR 906

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:30:59)
1/23/08 Wed 2:21 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/24/08 Thu 10:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/31/08 Thu 7:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee FIN

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing on Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
Strategic Marketing and Support BED 100
Creative Industries Division BED 105
Foreign Trade Zone BED 107
Tourism BED 113
Strategic Industries BED 120
General Support for Economic Development BED 142
High Technology Development Corporation BED 143
Hawaii Strategic Development Corporation BED 145
Natural Energy Lab of Hawaii Authority BED 146
Hawaii Community Development Authority BED 150
Aloha Tower Development Corporation BED 151
Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation BED 160
Statewide Land Use Management BED 103
Economic Planning and Research BED 130
Statewide Planning and Coordination BED 144

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time:01:29:54)
1/21/08 Mon 2:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
1/22/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/24/08 Thu 2:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WAM

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) Informational Briefing on Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Human Services
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Department of Human Services Attached Agencies

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:21:24)
1/23/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/24/08 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/29/08 Tue 7:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Opening Day Ceremonies Senate

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

Opening Day Ceremonies of the Hawaii State Senate on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 9:55 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:39:25)
1/21/08 Mon 2:26 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/21/08 Mon 12:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
1/23/08 Wed 2:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Opening Day Ceremonies House

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

Opening Day Ceremonies of the Hawaii House Of Representatives on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 9:45 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:09:13)
1/20/08 Sun 4:39 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/21/08 Mon 10:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/24/08 Thu 9:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WAM and House Committee FIN

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) and House Finance Committee (FIN) Joint Informational Briefing on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The Counties
County of Maui - Mayor Charmaine Tavares
County of Kauai - Mayor Brian Baptiste
City and County of Honolulu - Mayor Mufi Hannemann
County of Hawaii - Mayor Harry Kim

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:30:07)
1/18/08 Fri 11:30 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/20/08 Sun 3:09 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/22/08 Tue 10:30 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee FIN

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
University of Hawaii System
University of Hawaii, Manoa UOH 100
University of Hawaii, Hilo UOH 210
University of Hawaii, West Oahu UOH 700
University of Hawaii, Community Colleges UOH 800
University of Hawaii, System-Wide Support UOH 900
Hawaii Small Business Development Center UOH 220
University of Hawaii, Aquaria UOH 881
Debt Service Payments UOH 915
Retirement Benefit Payments UOH 941
Health Premium Payments UOH 943

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:26:26)
1/21/08 Mon 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/21/08 Mon 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/24/08 Thu 7:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee EDU and House Committee EDN

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) and the House Committee on Education (EDN) Informational Briefing on Tuesday January 15, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and rebroadcast to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to provide an update on the Department of Education. The following parties are invited to participate:

I. Public Library Services
II. Board of Education
III. Department of Education
IV. Charter School per Pupil Funding Report

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:09:35)
1/18/08 Fri 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/20/08 Sun 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/22/08 Tue 7:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WAM

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) Informational Briefing on Thursday, January 15, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Human Services
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Department of Human Services Attached Agencies

House Committee FIN

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing on Monday, January 14, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and tape-delayed to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Department of Health
Administratively Attached Agencies
Disability and Communication Access Board (DCAB) HTH 520
Executive Office on Aging (EOA) HTH 904
Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) HTH 905
State Health Planning and Development Agency (SHPDA) HTH 906

Department of Health Overview
Environmental Health
Environmental Health Services HTH 610
State Laboratory Services HTH 710
Environmental Management HTH 840
Environmental Health Administration HTH 849
Office of Environmental Quality Control (OEQC) HTH 850

Health Resources
Communicable Disease Services HTH 100
Disease Outbreak Control HTH 131
Dental Diseases HTH 141
Family Health Services HTH 560
Community Health Services HTH 580
Health Resources Administration HTH 595
Emergency Medical Services & Injury Prevention System HTH 730

Behavioral Health
Adult Mental Health - Outpatient HTH 420
Adult Mental Health - Inpatient HTH 430
Alcohol & Drug Abuse HTH 440
Child & Adolescent Mental Health HTH 460
Behavioral Health Administration HTH 495
Developmental Disabilities HTH 501

General Administration
Tobacco Settlement HTH 590
Health Care Assurance HTH 720
Health Status Monitoring HTH 760
General Administration HTH 907

Rebroadcast (Total Running Time: 02:17:04)
1/20/08 Sun 8:00 am FOCUS 49

Senate Committee EDU

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) and House Committee on Higher Education (HED) Informational Briefing on Monday, January 14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this joint informational briefing is to review the achievements, challenges, and needs of the University of Hawai'i System.

I. University of Hawai'i System
II. University of Hawai'i at Manoa
III. University of Hawai'i at Hilo
IV. University of Hawai'i -- West Oahu
V. Community Colleges

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:31:42)
1/18/08 Fri 11:30 am NATV 53
1/20/08 Sun 10:30 am FOCUS 49

Senate Committee WAM and House Committee FIN

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) and House Finance Committee (FIN) Joint Informational Briefing on Friday, January 11, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Paul H. Brewbaker, Ph.D.
Chair, State Council on Revenues

Dr. Brewbaker will elaborate on the latest projections of the Council on Revenues.

Pearl Imada Iboshi, Ph.D.
Administrator, Research and Economic Analysis Division
State Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism

Carl S. Bonham, Ph.D.
Executive Director, University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO)

Dr. Imada Iboshi and Dr. Bonham will present their views on the current and future economic outlook of the State of Hawaii.

House Committee HLT

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Health (HLT) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Friday, January 11, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

The purpose of this informational briefing is:
to review the findings of the Healthcare Association of Hawaii, in accordance with SCR 198 (2007); to examine the problem of patients in acute care hospitals waitlisted for long term care and review the proposed solutions, and
to review the issue of Health Insurance Reimbursements and the concerns that affect Hawaii's Healthcare System.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:21:05)
1/15/08 Tue 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/16/08 Wed 12:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
1/19/08 Sat 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee FIN

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
Office of the Governor GOV 100

Department of the Attorney General
Legal Services ATG 100
State Criminal Justice Information and Identification ATG 231
Child Support Enforcement Services ATG 500

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:17:52)
1/13/08 Sun 3:02 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/13/08 Sun 7:00 am Channel 54 (HITS Overnight)
1/15/08 Tue 10:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee FIN

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
Judicial Selection Commission
The Judiciary
Court of Appeals JUD 101
First Judicial Circuit JUD 310
Second Judicial Circuit JUD 320
Third Judicial Circuit JUD 330
Fifth Judicial Circuit JUD 350
Support Services Administration JUD 601

Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation HTH 210

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:17:08)
1/13/08 Sun 4:20 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/13/08 Sun 8:30 am Channel 54
1/17/08 Thu 9:30 pm Channel 49

House Committee FIN

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (2)
Department of Agriculture (12)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:06:00)
1/12/08 Sat 12:00 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/13/08 Sun 8:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/17/08 Thu 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

Senate Committee WAM

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) Informational Briefing on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Libraries
Charter Schools
Department of Education (6)

House Committee FIN

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Finance (FIN) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
Legislative Agencies (4)
Financial Plan (BUF)
Department of Budget and Finance (9)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:48:25)
1/11/08 Fri 2:21 am Channel 54 (HITS overnight)
1/12/08 Sat 10:00 am Channel 49 FOCUS
1/15/08 Tue 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS

House Committee EDN and Senate Committee EDU

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Education (EDN) and the Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Friday January 4, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
The purpose of this joint informational briefing is to provide an update to the Legislature on the progress of the Online Learning Task Force.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:44:45)
1/8/08 Tue. 8:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
1/10/08 Thu. 12:00 am Channel 54 VIEWS (HITS Feed)
1/11/08 Fri. 10:30 am Channel 54 VIEWS

House Committee EDN and Senate Committee EDU

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Education (EDN) and the Senate Committee on Education (EDU) Informational Briefing which was originally broadcast on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and times listed below:

Agenda:
The purpose of this joint informational briefing is to provide an update to the legislature on the progress of the Early Childhood Education Task Force.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 01:52:55) 1/8/08 Tue 6:00 pm Channel 49 FOCUS
1/9/08 Wed 12:00 am Channel 54 VIEWS (HITS Feed)
1/11/08 Fri 8:30 am Channel 54 VIEWS

Senate Committee EDU

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) informational briefing on Monday, December 10, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to provide an update on the Complex Student Support System and Special Education. The following are invited to participate:

I.     DOE Overview
II.     DOE Comprehensive Student Support System
III.     DOE Special Education
IV.     General Public Testimony - written only

Senate Committee EDU

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Education (EDU) informational briefing on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The purpose of this informational briefing is to provide an update on Charter Schools. The following are invited to participate:

I. Board of Education
II. Charter School Review Panel
III. Charter School Administrative Office (Executive Director)
IV. Charter School Administrative Office (Chief Financial Officer)
V. Charter School Network
VI. Native Hawaiian-based Charter Schools
VII. General public testimony - written only

Senate Floor Session

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session on Tuesday, November 20 , 2007 at 9:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 53 (NATV) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
Various measures for consideration.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:32:17)
11/24/07 Sat 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]
11/25/07 Sun 3:00 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)
11/26/07 Mon 2:00 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)

Senate Committee HSP and House Committee JDL

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Friday, November 16, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
GM 1 Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Intermediate Court of Appeals, Associate Judge, Gubernatorial Nominee Katherine G. Leonard, for a term of ten years.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:37:29)
11/20/07 Tue 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]
11/21/07 Wed 8:30 am Channel 49 (FOCUS)
11/23/07 Fri 3:00 pm Channel 53 (NATV)

Senate Committee HSP and House Committee HSH

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Human Servces and Public Housing (HSP) and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing (HSH) hearing on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The Senate Committee on Human Services and Public Housing and the House Committee on Human Services and Housing will meet to address various issues related to public housing.

Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC)

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Thursday, November 1, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 226, the Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee to investigate the security of recorded documents, private computer access and tampering of such documents, and the operations and management of the Bureau of Conveyances will convene for the purposes of:

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Bob Masuda, Former Deputy Director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources.

2. Providing an overview of the committee's next steps.

3. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee met in executive session to discuss matters it deemed necessary or as requested by a witness.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:06:56)
11/6/07 Tue 8:00 am Channel 49 (FOCUS)
11/10/07 Sat 2:39 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]
11/11/07 Sun 12:00 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)

House Floor Session

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The House of Representatives Floor Session originally broadcast live on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Various measures for consideration.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:37:59)
11/7/07 Wed 10:30 am Channel 53 (NATV)
11/10/07 Sat 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]
11/10/07 Sat 3:00 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)

Senate Floor Session

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session which was originally broadcast live on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Various measures for consideration.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 00:56:39)
11/6/07 Tue 11:30 am Channel 53 (NATV)
11/8/07 Thu 6:00 pm Channel 49 (FOCUS)
11/9/07 Fri 4:35 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]

Senate Floor Session

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Floor Session originally broadcast live on Monday, October 29, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Various measures for consideration.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:05:26)
11/6/07 Tue 9:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
11/8/07 Thu 4:00 pm Channel 53 (NATV)
11/9/07 Fri 2:30 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]

House Committee TRN and FIN

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The House Committee on Transportation (TRN) and the House Committee on Finance (FIN) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Monday, October 29, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
SB 1, SD 1 RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Requires the Department of Transportation to perform an environmental impact statement (EIS) for certain improvements made to commercial harbors. Permits operation of large capacity ferry vessel company prior to completion of EIS upon meeting certain minimum conditions. Establishes a temporary Hawaii Inter-island Ferry Oversight Task Force. (SD1)

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 11:41:56)
11/8/07 Thu 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS overnight Tapes 1-3]
11/9/07 Fri 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS overnight Tapes 4-5]
11/12/07 Mon 7:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
11/13/07 Tue 8:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)

House Floor Session

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The House Of Representatives Floor Session which was originally broadcast live on Friday, October 26, 2007 beginning at 3:00 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the time listed below.

Agenda:
Various measures for consideration.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:16:30)
     11/1/07 Thu 8:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
     11/2/07 Fri 4:30 pm Channel 53 (NATV)
     11/3/07 Sat 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS Feed]
     11/3/07 Sat 2:00 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)

Senate Committee JDL, TIA, and ENE

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor (JDL), the Senate Committee on Transportation and International Affairs (TIA), and the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment (ENE) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Notice is hereby given that the Committees will be hearing a Senate Bill, that will be introduced at the convening of the Second Special Session of 2007 on Wednesday, October 24, 2007; and pending a referral to JDL/TIA/ENE. The subject of this bill will be to permit the operation of an inter-island ferry service in the State of Hawaii while an environmental impact statement is being conducted, while at the same time, ensuring that there is adequate protection of the environment The bill will also establish an oversight task force for the purpose of examining the impact of inter-island ferry operations on the communities, environment, and harbor and other infrastructures.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 8:12:29)
11/1/07 Thu 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS overnight] Tapes 1-4
11/2/07 Fri 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS overnight] Tapes 5-6
11/2/07 Fri 8:00 am Channel 53 (NATV)
11/3/07 Sat 9:30 am Channel 49 (FOCUS)
11/5/07 Mon 8:00 am Channel 53 (NATV) [May be preempted]

Senate Committee PBS

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Public Safety (PBS) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Director of the Department of Public Safety, Gubernatorial Nominee, CLAYTON A. FRANK, for a term to expire 12-31-2010.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 2:32:31)
11/23/07 Fri 12:01 am Channel 54 (VIEWS) [HITS overnight]
11/23/07 Fri 12:30 pm Channel 54 (VIEWS)
11/24/07 Sat 10:30 am Channel 49 (FOCUS)

Senate Committee TSG

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Tourism and Government Operations (TSG) hearing on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 49 (FOCUS) and live to the Neighbor Islands via HITS. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

Agenda:
The Senate Tourism and Government Operations Committee will hold a hearing for the purpose of gathering information on the procurement procedures used by DBEDT to procure contracts relating to:

* The State of Hawaii's Regional Center's Immigrant Investor's Pilot Project Program.

* The service contract to implement the "Innovation in Linking Hawaii to the Global Economy" policy.

Also the committee is requesting a follow up briefing from DBEDT and the State's Chief Procurement Officer on the status of the State's Hydrogen Fund request for proposal.

Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC)

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Friday, September 28, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

1. Receiving subpoenaed documents from Unique Computer Systems, Inc. dba The Lange Group.

2. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Iris Watanabe, Unique Computer Systems, Inc. dba The Lange Group;
Yolanda Lindsey, President of Unique Computer Systems, Inc. dba The Lange Group;
Carl Watanabe, Registrar of the Bureau of Conveyances.

The Committee met in executive session to discuss matters as it deemed necessary or as requested by a witness.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 05:49:03)
10/2/07 Tue 7:30 am FOCUS Channel 49
10/5/07 Fri 7:30 am FOCUS Channel 49 (May be preempted)
10/7/07 Sun 8:30 am VIEWS Channel 54
10/9/07 Tue 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed)

Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC)

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

1. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:
Kent D. Pelt, Director and First Vice President of the Hawaii Land Title Association
Gerald T. Opedal, Vice President of Title Guaranty of Hawaii, Ltd.
Debra Pyrek, Vice President of Title Guaranty of Hawaii, Ltd.
Sandra Furukawa, Title Officer of Title Guaranty of Hawaii, Ltd.

2. Decision-making, including decision-making on the issuance of subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, which may occur regarding the compelling of the attendance of witnesses and production of documents.

The Committee may meet in executive session to discuss matters as it deems necessary or as requested by a witness.

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:44:23)
10/2/07 Tue 12:00 am VIEWS Channel 54 (HITS feed)
10/2/07 Tue 12:30 pm FOCUS Channel 49
10/3/07 Wed 1:00 pm FOCUS Channel 49 (May be preempted)
10/4/07 Thu 8:00 am FOCUS Channel 49

Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC)

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee (BOC) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Friday, September 14, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:

Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 226, the Joint Senate-House Investigative Committee to investigate the security of recorded documents, private computer access and tampering of such documents, and the operations and management of the Bureau of Conveyances convened for the purposes of:

1. Receiving subpoenaed documents from Title Guaranty of Hawaii;

2. Receiving testimony from the following individuals for which subpoenas were issued:

Bradford Ishida, Fidelity National Title

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 02:10:35)

9/18/07 Tue 12:01am Channel 54 (HITS Feed)

9/20/07 Thu 8:00 am Channel 49 (May be preempted)

9/21/07 Fri 9:30 am Channel 49

9/22/07 Sat 4:00 pm Channel 49

Senate Committee TSG

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate Committee on Tourism and Government Operations (TSG) hearing which was originally broadcast live on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. will be rebroadcast on the dates and at the times listed below.

Agenda:
The committee on Tourism and Government Operations (TSG) requested the Department of Business and Economic Development (DBEDT) to provide a review of their procurement procedures. Specifically with regards to the request for proposals (RFP) for the administration contract of the State's Hydrogen Fund (HRS 196-10).

Rebroadcasts (Total Running Time: 03:59:21)
    9/11/07 Tue 12:01am Channel 54 [HITS Feed]
    9/12/07 Wed 8:00 am Channel 53 [may be preempted]
    9/13/07 Thu 11:30am Channel 53
    9/15/07 Sat 10:00am Channel 49