S.B. 1453 Summary

• Expands the definition of "administrative action" under Hawaii's lobbyist law (HRS § 97-1) to include three categories: proposal, drafting, consideration, amendment, enactment, or defeat of rules; granting or denying applications for business or development-related permits, licenses, or approvals required by state law; and procurement of goods and services under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code.

• Clarifies that "administrative agency" includes the executive branch, ensuring lobbyist regulations apply to lobbying activities directed at executive branch agencies.

• Takes effect upon approval.