SCR 86: REQUESTING all state agencies to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all state Buildings and facilities, the design of which is finalized on or after january 1, 2028.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2026-04-08
Current Status:
In Progress
(2026-04-10: Referred to LAB, FIN, referral sheet 28)
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What does this bill do?
The resolution asks all state agencies to install bi-level (motion-sensor) lighting systems in state buildings and facilities whose designs are finalized on or after January 1, 2028. It says these systems dim lights when spaces are empty and brighten when motion is detected to save energy and reduce electricity costs.
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REQUESTING all state agencies to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all state Buildings and facilities, the design of which is finalized on or after january 1, 2028.
REQUESTING all state agencies to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all newly constructed state buildings and facilities BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2027.
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THE SENATE |
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THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2026 |
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STATE OF HAWAII |
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SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION
REQUESTING all state agencies to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all state Buildings and facilities, the design of which is finalized on or after january 1, 2028.
WHEREAS, in many private and public buildings across the State, lighting systems remain active at full intensity throughout the day and night; and
WHEREAS, this practice results in considerable energy waste, increased electricity costs, and unnecessary environmental harm; and
WHEREAS, it is the State's responsibility to take action to prevent these inefficiencies and promote sensible environmental stewardship practices; and
WHEREAS, motion-sensor lighting systems, or bi-level lighting, offer a proven, environmentally friendly alternative to traditional lighting systems; and
WHEREAS, bi-level lighting systems operate by adjusting lighting intensity through motion sensors, increasing brightness as needed; and
WHEREAS, while these systems have been adopted on a small scale, the State should be actively pursuing opportunities to increase bi-level lighting usage; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2026, the House of Representatives concurring, that all state agencies are requested to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all state buildings and facilities, the design of which is finalized on or after January 1, 2028; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Governor; Comptroller; Chairperson of the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Attorney General; Director of Finance; Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Adjutant General; Chairperson of the Board of Education; Superintendent of Education; Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission; Director of Health; Director of Human Resources Development; Director of Human Services; Director of Labor and Industrial Relations; Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources; Director of Law Enforcement; Director of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Director of Taxation; Director of Transportation; and President of the University of Hawaii System.
Bi-level Lighting Systems; Energy; State Buildings and Facilities; New Construction
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THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2026 |
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SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION
REQUESTING all state agencies to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all newly constructed state buildings and facilities BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2027.
WHEREAS, in many private and public buildings across the State, lighting systems remain active at full intensity throughout the day and night; and
WHEREAS, this practice results in considerable energy waste, increased electricity costs, and unnecessary environmental harm; and
WHEREAS, it is the State's responsibility to take action to prevent these inefficiencies and promote sensible environmental stewardship practices; and
WHEREAS, motion-censored lighting systems, or bi-level lighting, offer a proven, environmentally friendly alternative to traditional lighting systems; and
WHEREAS, bi-level lighting systems operate by adjusting lighting intensity through motion sensors, increasing brightness as needed; and
WHEREAS, while these systems have been adopted on a small scale, the State should be actively pursuing opportunities to increase bi-level lighting usage; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2026, the House of Representatives concurring, that all state agencies are requested to utilize bi-level lighting systems in all newly constructed state buildings and facilities beginning January 1, 2027; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Governor; Comptroller; Chairperson of the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity; Attorney General; Director of Finance; Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Adjutant General; Chairperson of the Board of Education; Superintendent of Education; Chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission; Director of Health; Director of Human Resources Development; Director of Human Services; Director of Labor and Industrial Relations; Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources; Director of Law Enforcement; Director of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Director of Taxation; Director of Transportation; and President of the University of Hawaii System.
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Bi-level Lighting Systems; Energy; State Buildings and Facilities; New Construction
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| Apr 10, 2026 | Referred to LAB, FIN, referral sheet 28 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Received from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 466) in amended form (SD 1). |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Report and Resolution Adopted, as amended (SD 1). Transmitted to House. |
| Apr 8, 2026 | One Day Notice 04-09-26. |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Reported from GVO (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 3501) with recommendation of adoption, as amended (SD 1). |
| Mar 31, 2026 | The committee(s) on GVO recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in GVO were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) McKelvey, Gabbard, Hashimoto, Moriwaki, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
| Mar 25, 2026 | The committee(s) on GVO has scheduled a public hearing on 03-31-26 3:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Referred to GVO. |
| Mar 16, 2026 | Offered. |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | The committee(s) on GVO recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | Senate Standing Committee on Government Operations |
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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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| Citizens' Climate Lobby - Iolani School Chapter | *** Support | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Climate Future Forum | *** Support | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Department of Land and Natural Resources | *** Support | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Hawaiʻi State Energy Office | *** Support | Mar 31, 2026 |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | SCR86_TESTIMONY_GVO_03-31-26_.PDF |
Discussed in Hearing
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