HB 1055: Emergency Appropriation; PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Consultant Services
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: House
- Latest Version Date: 2025-04-25
Current Status:
In Progress
(2025-05-14: Act 041, on 05/14/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1141).)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Final Decking
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This bill provides $700,000 from the Public Utilities Commission special fund to the Public Utilities Commission to hire technical consultants to help strengthen the resilience and reliability of the State’s electric utilities. The consultants would assist with tasks such as reviewing wildfire mitigation plans of regulated utilities and advising on storm and disaster-related outages and grid recovery.
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Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. (CD1)
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. Declares that the expenditure fund ceiling is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise in the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State.
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A BILL FOR AN ACT
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
SECTION 2. The legislature finds that the devastating Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023, was one of the worst natural disasters in the State's history.
The legislature further finds that in response to the growing threat of wildfires and other natural hazards, the public utilities commission plays a critical role in the State's efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure, mitigate risks, protect utility customers, and ensure robust recovery following extreme weather events.
To effectively address these challenges, it is urgently imperative for the public utilities commission to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. These initiatives will require consultants with specialized expertise to provide technical assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for mitigating storm-related power outages, restoring the grid, rebuilding Maui infrastructure, and preparing for direct impacts of other natural disasters to the State.
Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to make an emergency appropriation out of the public utilities commission special fund for the public utilities commission to procure the services of specialized consultants to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State, including helping review wildfire mitigation plans of regulated public utilities.
SECTION 3. There is appropriated out of the public utilities commission special fund established by section 269-33, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the sum of $700,000 or so much thereof as may be necessary for fiscal year 2024-2025 to contract consultant services for utility dockets to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State, including helping review wildfire mitigation plans of regulated public utilities.
The sum appropriated shall be expended by the public utilities commission for the purposes of this Act.
SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Report Title:
Emergency Appropriation; PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Consultant Services
Description:
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. (CD1)
The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.
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A BILL FOR AN ACT
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
SECTION 2. The legislature finds that the devastating Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023, was one of the worst natural disasters in the State's history.
The legislature further finds that in response to the growing threat of wildfires and other natural hazards, the public utilities commission plays a critical role in the State's efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure, mitigate risks, protect utility customers, and ensure robust recovery following extreme weather events.
To effectively address these challenges, it is urgently imperative for the public utilities commission to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. These initiatives will require consultants with specialized expertise to provide technical assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for mitigating storm-related power outages, restoring the grid, rebuilding Maui infrastructure, and preparing for direct impacts of other natural disasters to the State.
Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to make an emergency appropriation out of the public utilities commission special fund for the public utilities commission to procure the services of specialized consultants.
SECTION 3. In accordance with section 9 of article VII, of the Constitution of the State of Hawaii and sections 37-91 and 37-93, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the legislature has determined that the emergency appropriation contained in this Act will cause the state general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025 to be exceeded by $ or per cent. The reason for exceeding the general fund expenditure ceiling is that the appropriation made in this Act is necessary to serve the public interest and meet the needs provided for by this Act.
SECTION 4. There is appropriated out of the public utilities commission special fund established by section 269-33, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the sum of $ or so much thereof as may be necessary for fiscal year 2024-2025 to contract consultant services for utility dockets.
The sum appropriated shall be expended by the public utilities commission for the purposes of this Act.
SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect on July 1, 2050.
Report Title:
Emergency Appropriation; PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Consultant Services; Expenditure Ceiling
Description:
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. Declares that the expenditure fund ceiling is exceeded. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.
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A BILL FOR AN ACT
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
SECTION 2. The legislature finds that the devastating Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023, was one of the worst natural disasters in the State's history.
The legislature further finds that in response to the growing threat of wildfires and other natural hazards, the public utilities commission plays a critical role in the State's efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure, mitigate risks, protect utility customers, and ensure robust recovery following extreme weather events.
To effectively address these challenges, it is urgently imperative for the public utilities commission to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. These initiatives will require consultants with specialized expertise to provide technical assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for mitigating storm-related power outages, restoring the grid, rebuilding Maui infrastructure, and preparing for direct impacts of other natural disasters to the State.
Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to make an emergency appropriation out of the public utilities commission special fund for the public utilities commission to procure the services of specialized consultants.
SECTION 3. There is appropriated out of the public utilities commission special fund established by section 269-33, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the sum of $ or so much thereof as may be necessary for fiscal year 2024-2025 to contract consultant services for utility dockets.
The sum appropriated shall be expended by the public utilities commission for the purposes of this Act.
SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect on July 1, 3000.
Report Title:
Emergency Appropriation; PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Consultant Services
Description:
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.
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A BILL FOR AN ACT
MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
SECTION 2. The legislature finds that the devastating Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023, was one of the worst natural disasters in the State's history.
The legislature further finds that in response to the growing threat of wildfires and other natural hazards, the public utilities commission plays a critical role in the State's efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure, mitigate risks, protect utility customers, and ensure robust recovery following extreme weather events.
To effectively address these challenges, it is urgently imperative for the public utilities commission to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. These initiatives will require consultants with specialized expertise to provide technical assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for mitigating storm-related power outages, restoring the grid, rebuilding Maui infrastructure, and preparing for direct impacts of other natural disasters to the State.
Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to make an emergency appropriation of $700,000 out of the public utilities commission special fund for the public utilities commission to procure the services of specialized consultants.
SECTION 3. There is appropriated out of the public utilities commission special fund established by section 269-33, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the sum of $700,000 or so much thereof as may be necessary for fiscal year 2024-2025 to contract consultant services for utility dockets.
The sum appropriated shall be expended by the public utilities commission for the purposes of this Act.
SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
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Report Title:
Emergency Appropriation; PUC; Public Utilities Commission Special Fund; Consultant Services
Description:
Makes an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise in the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State.
The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.
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| May 14, 2025 | Act 041, on 05/14/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1141). |
| May 14, 2025 | Act 041, 05/14/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1141). |
| May 1, 2025 | Transmitted to Governor. |
| May 2, 2025 | Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 821). |
| May 1, 2025 | Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 888). |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran excused (1). |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none . 0 No(es): none. 0 Excused: none. |
| Apr 25, 2025 | 48 Hrs. Notice (as amended CD 1) 04-30-25 |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Reported from Conference Committee as amended CD 1 (Conf. Com. Rep. No. 105). |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Forty-eight (48) hours notice Wednesday, 04-30-25. |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Reported from Conference Committee (Conf Com. Rep. No. 105) as amended in (CD 1). |
| Apr 23, 2025 | The Conference committee recommends that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes of the Senate Conference Managers were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Fukunaga, Wakai, Aquino, Richards; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Awa. |
| Apr 23, 2025 | The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. The votes were as follows: 2 Ayes: Representative(s) Matayoshi, Takenouchi; Ayes with reservations: none; 1 Noes: Representative(s) Pierick; and 0 Excused: none. |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Received notice of change in Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 864). |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday 04-23-25 2:30PM in conference room 224. |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Senate Conferees Changed: Senator Keohokalole discharged as Chair. Senator Fukunaga added as Chair. |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Bill scheduled for Conference Committee Meeting on Tuesday, 04-22-25 2:30PM in conference room 224. |
| Apr 17, 2025 | Received notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 828). |
| Apr 17, 2025 | Senate Conferees Appointed: Keohokalole Chair; Wakai, Aquino Co-Chairs; Richards, Awa. |
| Apr 15, 2025 | Received notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 732). |
| Apr 14, 2025 | House Conferees Appointed: Matayoshi, Takenouchi Co-Chairs; Pierick. |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 621). |
| Apr 8, 2025 | House disagrees with Senate amendment (s). |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Returned from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 585) in amended form (SD 1). |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Report Adopted; Passed Third Reading. Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). Transmitted to House. |
| Apr 3, 2025 | One Day Notice 04-04-25. |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Reported from WAM (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1652) with recommendation of passage on Third Reading. |
| Apr 1, 2025 | The committee(s) on WAM recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. The votes in WAM were as follows: 12 Aye(s): Senator(s) Dela Cruz, Moriwaki, Aquino, Elefante, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kanuha, Kidani, Kim, Lee, C., Wakai, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) DeCoite. |
| Mar 27, 2025 | The committee(s) on WAM will hold a public decision making on 04-01-25 10:01AM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
| Mar 21, 2025 | Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. |
| Mar 21, 2025 | Reported from CPN/EIG (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1322) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM. |
| Mar 20, 2025 | The committee(s) on EIG recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in EIG were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Wakai, Chang, DeCoite, Richards; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
| Mar 20, 2025 | The committee(s) on CPN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, McKelvey, Richards, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
| Mar 14, 2025 | The committee(s) on CPN/EIG has scheduled a public hearing on 03-20-25 9:30AM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference. |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Referred to CPN/EIG, WAM. |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Passed First Reading. |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 142). |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Passed Third Reading with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Pierick, Templo, Ward excused (4). Transmitted to Senate. |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Reported from FIN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 946), recommending passage on Third Reading. |
| Feb 21, 2025 | The committee on FIN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. The votes were as follows: 13 Ayes: Representative(s) Yamashita, Takenouchi, Grandinetti, Holt, Hussey, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Kitagawa, Kusch, Lamosao, Miyake, Morikawa, Templo, Reyes Oda; Ayes with reservations: none; Noes: none; and 3 Excused: Representative(s) Lee, M., Alcos, Ward. |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Bill scheduled to be heard by FIN on Friday, 02-21-25 12:00PM in House conference room 308 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
| Feb 11, 2025 | Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick voting no (1) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2). |
| Feb 11, 2025 | Reported from CPC (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 424) as amended in HD 1, recommending passage on Second Reading and referral to FIN. |
| Feb 10, 2025 | Received from Governor re: Recommended for Immediate Passage (Gov. Msg. No. 3). |
| Feb 4, 2025 | The committee on CPC recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 7 Ayes: Representative(s) Matayoshi, Chun, Ilagan, Ichiyama, Iwamoto, Marten, Tam; Ayes with reservations: none; 1 Noes: Representative(s) Pierick; and 2 Excused: Representative(s) Kong, Lowen. |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Bill scheduled to be heard by CPC on Tuesday, 02-04-25 2:00PM in House conference room 329 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 3 |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Introduced and Pass First Reading. |
| Jan 21, 2025 | Pending introduction. |
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| Apr 30, 2025 | Final Reading | House Floor |
Passed |
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| Apr 30, 2025 | Final Reading | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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| Apr 4, 2025 | Third Reading | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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| Apr 1, 2025 | The committee(s) on WAM recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED | Senate Standing Committee on Ways and Means |
Passed |
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| Mar 20, 2025 | The committee(s) on EIG recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs |
Passed |
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| Mar 20, 2025 | The committee(s) on CPN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | Senate Standing Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection |
Passed |
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| Feb 28, 2025 | Third Reading | House Floor |
Passed |
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| Feb 21, 2025 | The committee on FIN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED | House Standing Committee on Finance |
Passed |
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| Feb 4, 2025 | The committee on CPC recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | House Standing Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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| Hawaiian Electric | *** Support | Mar 31, 2025 |
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| Public Utilities Commission | *** Support | Mar 31, 2025 |
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CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REP. NO. 105
Honolulu, Hawaii
, 2025
RE: H.B. No. 1055
H.D. 1
S.D. 1
C.D. 1
Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura
Speaker, House of Representatives
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi
President of the Senate
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Madam and Sir:
Your Committee on Conference on the disagreeing vote of the House of Representatives to the amendments proposed by the Senate in H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, entitled:
"A BILL FOR AN ACT MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION,"
having met, and after full and free discussion, has agreed to recommend and does recommend to the respective Houses the final passage of this bill in an amended form.
The purpose of this measure is to make an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to contract consultant services for utility dockets.
Your Committee on Conference has amended this measure by:
(1) Inserting an appropriation amount of $700,000 for fiscal year 2024-2025 and clarifying that the appropriation is for the Public Utilities Commission to contract consultant services for utility dockets to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State, including helping review wildfire mitigation plans of regulated public utilities;
(2) Changing the effective date to upon approval; and
(3) Making technical, nonsubstantive amendments for the purposes of clarity, consistency, and style.
As affirmed by the record of votes of the managers of your Committee on Conference that is attached to this report, your Committee on Conference is in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, as amended herein, and recommends that it pass Final Reading in the form attached hereto as H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, C.D. 1.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the managers:
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1652
Honolulu, Hawaii
RE: H.B. No. 1055
H.D. 1
S.D. 1
Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi
President of the Senate
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Sir:
Your Committee on Ways and Means, to which was referred H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, entitled:
"A BILL FOR AN ACT MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION,"
begs leave to report as follows:
The purpose and intent of this measure is to make an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure the services of consultants with technical expertise to assist with efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State.
Your Committee received written comments in support of this measure from the Public Utilities Commission and Hawaiian Electric.
Your Committee received written comments on this measure from the Department of Budget and Finance.
Your Committee finds that the consultant services funded by this measure are needed to help the Public Utilities Commission develop natural hazard mitigation plans, ensure the resilience and reliability of electric utility services, and prepare to rebuild critical utility infrastructure on the island of Maui.
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Ways and Means that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, and recommends that it pass Third Reading.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Ways and Means,
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1322
Honolulu, Hawaii
RE: H.B. No. 1055
H.D. 1
S.D. 1
Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi
President of the Senate
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Sir:
Your Committees on Commerce and Consumer Protection and Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs, to which was referred H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, entitled:
"A BILL FOR AN ACT MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION,"
beg leave to report as follows:
The purpose and intent of this measure is to make an emergency appropriation out of the Public Utilities Commission Special Fund for the Public Utilities Commission to procure services by consultants with technical expertise to assist with the efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State.
Your Committees received testimony in support of this measure from the Public Utilities Commission and Hawaiian Electric.
Your Committees find that the 2023 Maui wildfires were collectively one of the most devastating natural disasters the State has ever experienced in recent history. In response to the wildfires, the Public Utilities Commission (Commission) has established many initiatives to address the growing threat of wildfires and other natural hazards to the State. Part of these efforts include engaging in discussions with other experts in the industry to assist in efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure, mitigate risks, protect utility customers, and ensure resilient recovery after extreme weather events.
Your Committees further find that the Commission requires the technical advice of experts for many aspects, including natural hazard and wildfire mitigation plans, resilience and reliability of electric utility services, and utility organization. This measure will provide the Commission with the necessary funds to expediently procure consulting services from experts in the industry to help develop solutions to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires in the State.
Your Committees have amended this measure by:
(1) Inserting language declaring that the appropriation contained in this measure will cause the general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025 to be exceeded by a certain amount and that the appropriation made is necessary to serve the public interest; and
(2) Inserting an effective date of July 1, 2050, to encourage further discussion.
As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committees on Commerce and Consumer Protection and Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs that are attached to this report, your Committees are in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, as amended herein, and recommend that it pass Second Reading in the form attached hereto as H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, S.D. 1, and be referred to your Committee on Ways and Means.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committees on Commerce and Consumer Protection and Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs,
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 946
Honolulu, Hawaii
, 2025
RE: H.B. No. 1055
H.D. 1
Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura
Speaker, House of Representatives
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Madame:
Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, entitled:
"A BILL FOR AN ACT MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION,"
begs leave to report as follows:
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Finance that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, and recommends that it pass Third Reading.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Finance,
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 424
Honolulu, Hawaii
, 2025
RE: H.B. No. 1055
H.D. 1
Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura
Speaker, House of Representatives
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Madame:
Your Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce, to which was referred H.B. No. 1055 entitled:
"A BILL FOR AN ACT MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION,"
begs leave to report as follows:
Your Committee finds that the devastating Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023, was one of the worst natural disasters in the State's history. Your Committee further finds that the Public Utilities Commission is the regulatory body with the oversight authority for strengthening critical infrastructure, mitigating risks, protecting utility customers, and ensuring robust recovery following extreme weather events.
In response to the Maui wildfires, the Public Utilities Commission will further efforts to strengthen the resilience and reliability of electric utility services in the State. To assist in this effort, the Public Utilities Commission needs consultants with specialized expertise to provide technical assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for mitigating storm-related power outages, restoring the grid, rebuilding infrastructure, and preparing for direct impacts of other natural disasters. This measure provides the Public Utilities Commission with the emergency funding to contract with consultant services to provide the needed expertise.
Your Committee has amended this measure by:
(1) Changing the appropriation to an unspecified amount;
(2) Changing the effective date to July 1, 3000, to encourage further discussion; and
(3) Making a technical, nonsubstantive amendment for the purposes of clarity, consistency, and style.
Your Committee respectfully requests your Committee on Finance, should it deliberate on this measure, to consider an appropriation amount of $700,000.
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1055, as amended herein, and recommends that it pass Second Reading in the form attached hereto as H.B. No. 1055, H.D. 1, and be referred to your Committee on Finance.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce,
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____________________________ SCOT Z. MATAYOSHI, Chair |
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Testimony PDF
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| Mar 31, 2025 | HB1055_SD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_04-01-25_.PDF |
| Mar 20, 2025 | HB1055_HD1_TESTIMONY_CPN-EIG_03-20-25_.PDF |
| Feb 21, 2025 | HB1055_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_02-21-25_.PDF |
| Feb 4, 2025 | HB1055_TESTIMONY_CPC_02-04-25_.PDF |
Discussed in Hearing
1MIN
Conference Committee
1MIN
Conference Committee
3MIN
Senate Standing Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection
3MIN
Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
19SEC
House Standing Committee on Finance
1MIN
House Standing Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce
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