Tina Nakada Grandinetti represents District 20 in the Hawaii House of Representatives and took office on November 5, 2024; she is running for re-election in 2026.[1]
She was born on O'ahu, graduated from Mililani High School, and earned bachelor's and master's degrees in political science from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and a Ph.D. from RMIT University.[1]Her career includes serving as chief of staff for Representative Amy Perruso and teaching political science at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa and Roosevelt High School.[1]
Substantive votes concern legislation or nominations; procedural votes concern how the chamber considers them. A Yes vote applies to the motion shown, which may not be final passage.
SB 2599 · HI HOUSE
RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT.
YesVOTED
Motion: The committee on HSG recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS.
A yes vote recommended passing SB 2599 with amendments clarifying the development guidelines for public parking hubs that the Hawaii Community Development Authority uses when planning housing, plus technical edits. (AI-written)
PART I: Redesignates the Stadium Development District as the Halawa Community Development District (HCDD). Amends the composition of the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) for purposes of the HCDD. Amends the duties and powers of the HCDA and Stadium Authority as they relate to activities within the HCDD. Clarifies the HCDA's permitting and consultation powers regarding public projects within community development districts. Establishes the HCDD Special Fund.
Motion: The committee on HSG recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS.
A yes vote recommended passing SB 2338 with amendments exempting all housing corporation employees from civil service, renaming 'Finance Director' to 'Finance Manager', and lengthening maximum employment contract terms from two to three years. (AI-written)
Exempts Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation employees from the requirement that their employment actions and job descriptions be subject to approval by the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Requires the Executive Director of HHFDC to be paid a salary recommended by its Board of Directors and subject to the approval of the Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, not to exceed ninety-nine per cent of the salary of the Governor.
Motion: The committee on CPC recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS.
A yes vote recommended passing HB 1969, which funds colorectal cancer screening assistance, with amendments requiring coverage of a follow-up colonoscopy after a positive stool, blood or visualization test, with no cost-sharing. (AI-written)
Requires the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a state-funded financial assistance program to offer state-funded colorectal screenings and treatment for certain persons. Requires state-funded coverage for follow-up treatment for colorectal cancer for certain persons. Requires coverage to include a follow-up colonoscopy after a positive test result. Specifies that coverage is not subject to a deductible, copayment, coinsurance, or any other cost-sharing requirements. Appropriates funds and establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. (CD1)
Motion: The committee on CPC recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS.
Beginning 10/1/2026, prohibits the ownership, operation, or management of a digital financial asset transaction kiosk that accepts United States currency from a customer in exchange for a digital financial asset. (CD1)
