HI HB1547

Establishes a remote testimony task force composed of nine members including legislative leaders, clerks, data systems representatives, and a representative with knowledge of accessibility barriers for hearing or vision impaired people.

Task force shall develop procedures enabling the public to submit oral testimony remotely via the Internet during legislative proceedings.

Task force must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2018 regular session convening.

Requires each chamber of the legislature to adopt rules establishing procedures for Hawaii residents, including neighbor island residents, to present oral testimony at committee hearings using remote testimony technology.

Appropriates funds to the department of accounting and general services for fiscal years 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 to establish remote testimony capability throughout the State.