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GM 1248

Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB1422 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 148).

2025 Regular Session

Act 148 sets vital record fees at $10 for the first copy, $4 for extras, and $60 for marriage licenses, funding programs for domestic violence and child abuse support.

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Bill Summary · GM 1248

Summary of Bill GM 1248

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 1248
  • Title: Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB1422 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 148).
  • Status: Received
  • Introduced: June 03, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Act 148

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 1248 serves as a formal notification to the Hawaii State Legislature regarding the signing of SB 1422 into law, which is designated as Act 148. The primary intent of Act 148 is to amend existing statutes related to non-general funds of the Department of Health, specifically concerning fees associated with the issuance of vital records such as birth, marriage, divorce, and death certificates.

Key Provisions

Act 148 introduces several amendments to the Hawaii Revised Statutes, particularly sections 338-14.5, 338-14.6, and 572-5. The key changes include:

  1. Fee Structure for Vital Records:

    • The fee for certified copies of vital records is set at $10 for the first copy and $4 for each additional copy.
    • A portion of these fees will be allocated to various special funds:
      • $1 for the spouse and child abuse special fund.
      • $1 for the spouse and child abuse special account.
      • $1 for the domestic violence and sexual assault special fund.
      • The remainder will go to the vital statistics improvement special fund.

  2. Marriage License Fees:

    • The fee for marriage licenses is established at $60, with specific allocations:
      • $32 to the general fund.
      • $4.50 to the spouse and child abuse special fund.
      • $4.50 to the spouse and child abuse special account.
      • $10 to the vital statistics improvement special fund.

  3. Repeal of the Birth Defects Special Fund:

    • The bill repeals the birth defects special fund and transfers any unencumbered balance to the vital statistics improvement special fund.

  4. Effective Date:

    • The provisions of Act 148 will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Impact

The enactment of Act 148 will affect individuals and families seeking certified copies of vital records in Hawaii, as well as the Department of Health's management of funds related to these services. The allocation of fees to various special funds aims to enhance support for programs addressing domestic violence, child abuse, and vital statistics improvements.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was signed into law by Governor Josh Green on June 3, 2025.
  • It was certified by both the Senate and House of Representatives of the Thirty-Third Legislature of Hawaii prior to the Governor's approval.

This summary provides a concise overview of Bill GM 1248 and its implications for the State of Hawaii and its residents.

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

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