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GM 1112

Informing the Legislature that on April 10, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB100 SD2 (ACT 012).

2025 Regular Session

Act 012 allows criminal history checks for liquor license applicants in Hawaii, streamlining the process while ensuring public safety and compliance.

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Bill Summary · GM 1112

Summary of GM 1112 - Proclamation of Act 012

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: GM 1112
- Title: Informing the Legislature that on April 10, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB100 SD2 (ACT 012).
- Status: Received
- Introduced: April 11, 2025
- Classification: Proclamation
- Subject: Act 012

Purpose and Intent

GM 1112 serves as a formal proclamation to inform the Hawaii State Legislature that the Governor signed SB100 SD2 into law on April 10, 2025. This law, referred to as Act 012, amends existing regulations concerning the licensing of intoxicating liquor in the state.

Key Provisions of Act 012

The primary changes introduced by Act 012 include:

  1. Criminal History Record Checks:

    • County liquor commissions are authorized to request criminal history record checks for applicants seeking liquor licenses.
    • The requirement for such checks does not apply to officers and directors of publicly-traded companies or entities ultimately solely owned by publicly-traded companies, provided they are not primary decision-makers regarding liquor sales or purchases.

  2. Exemptions for Nonprofit Organizations:

    • In counties with populations under 500,000, liquor commissions are prohibited from requiring fingerprinting for officers, directors, or board members of nonprofit organizations.

  3. Disclosure Requirements:

    • Applicants must disclose any criminal convictions that may indicate unsuitability for obtaining a liquor license.
    • The liquor commission may verify this information through the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center.

  4. Data Security:

    • Personal identifying information collected for the criminal history checks, such as social security numbers and dates of birth, must be secured and used solely for the purpose of conducting these checks.

Impact of the Bill

  • Who is Affected:

    • The bill primarily impacts individuals and entities applying for liquor licenses in Hawaii, particularly those involved in the management of publicly-traded companies and nonprofit organizations.
    • It also affects county liquor commissions, which will have new guidelines for conducting background checks.

  • Potential Outcomes:

    • The amendments aim to streamline the licensing process while ensuring that individuals with serious criminal backgrounds are not granted liquor licenses, thereby enhancing public safety and regulatory compliance.

Procedural Aspects

  • Approval Date: The bill was approved by the Governor on April 10, 2025.
  • Legislative Process: The bill passed its third reading in both the Senate and the House of Representatives prior to being signed into law.

This summary provides an overview of GM 1112 and its associated Act 012, highlighting the significant changes to liquor licensing regulations in Hawaii.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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