HONOLULU — In 2023, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green signed into law 263 of the 274 bills passed during the legislative session, according to a news release. He vetoed 11 bills. The remaining five bills will become law without his signature. 

The bills he signed into law support seniors, promote accessibility for people with disabilities, target teacher housing, expand preschool opportunities, address domestic violence, improve child care, boost Maui health care, combat youth vaping, help people at risk of being homeless, tackle gun violence, manage impacts of over-visitation at popular state parks, and more. Green held 18 bill-signing ceremonies.

“While this past session was chaotic toward the end, the Hawaii State Legislature still managed to support major areas for our residents. Critical funding was passed to shore up our statewide health care system, address housing and homelessness, take on climate initiatives, and lower the cost of living for residents,” said Green. “We’ve balanced the budget and I look forward to executing on the successes of last session.”

In late June, Green announced he would veto 11 bills passed by the state Legislature in 2023. The laws were vetoed because of concerns with legality, cost, practicality or other reasons, according to his office. 

Another five bills will become law without the governor’s signature. 

The Hawaii State Legislature website provides a complete list of all the bills enacted into law.

Michelle Broder Van Dyke covers the Hawaiian Islands for Spectrum News Hawaii. Email her at michelle.brodervandyke@charter.com.