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GM 1108

Informing the Legislature that on April 10, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB1382 (ACT 008).

2025 Regular Session

Act 008 enhances protections for public service workers in Hawaii, defining assault more clearly and improving safety for educators, emergency responders, and National Guard members.

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Bill Summary · GM 1108

Summary of GM 1108: Proclamation of Act 008

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 1108
  • Title: Informing the Legislature that on April 10, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB1382 (ACT 008).
  • Status: Received
  • Introduced: April 11, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Act 008

Purpose and Intent

GM 1108 serves as a formal proclamation to inform the Hawaii State Legislature that the Governor has signed into law Senate Bill 1382, now known as Act 008. The primary intent of this legislation is to amend existing laws related to the National Guard and to enhance protections for various public service workers, including those in educational and emergency medical services.

Key Provisions

Act 008 introduces significant amendments to Section 707-711 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, specifically regarding the offense of assault in the second degree. The key changes include:

  1. Expanded Definitions of Assault:

    • The bill specifies that a person commits assault in the second degree if they:
      • Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly cause substantial bodily injury to another.
      • Recklessly cause serious bodily injury to another.
      • Intentionally or knowingly cause bodily injury to:
      • Correctional workers engaged in their duties.
      • Educational workers within educational facilities.
      • Emergency medical services providers performing their duties.
      • Individuals employed at state-operated or contracted mental health facilities.
      • Firefighters and water safety officers engaged in their duties.
      • Health care facility employees and home health care service providers.
      • Persons aged 60 or older, if the assailant is aware of the victim's age.
      • Sports officials during the lawful discharge of their duties.
      • National Guard members engaged in their duties.

  2. Legal Protections:

    • The bill aims to provide enhanced legal protections for individuals in these roles, recognizing the risks they face while performing their duties.

  3. Effective Date:

    • The Act takes effect immediately upon approval, which occurred on April 10, 2025.

Impact

The enactment of Act 008 is expected to:
- Enhance Safety: Improve safety and security for public service workers, particularly those in high-risk roles such as educators, emergency responders, and National Guard members.
- Legal Clarity: Provide clearer legal definitions and consequences for assaults against these workers, potentially deterring such offenses.
- Broader Implications: Affect law enforcement and judicial proceedings related to assault cases involving the specified categories of workers.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was signed into law by Governor Josh Green on April 10, 2025.
  • It was introduced to the legislature on April 11, 2025, and has since been received for further legislative consideration.

This summary provides an overview of GM 1108 and Act 008, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on public service workers in Hawaii.

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

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