Rep. Justin Woodson
Democratic Hawaii House · District 9 · Hawaii
-0.079Left–right score (within House)−1 = most liberal, +1 = most conservative in this chamber. Only compare with others in the same chamber.
#24 of 44Chamber rank, liberal→conservative#1 is the most liberal ranked member of this chamber.
100.0%Party unityHow often they vote the same way as most of their own party.
1039Roll calls (327 missed/absent)Recorded votes we have for this session; “missed” means they didn’t vote.
In office since 2013-01-15 · repwoodson@capitol.hawaii.gov · capitol.hawaii.gov/…/memberpage.aspx?member=w · capitol.hawaii.gov/…/memberpage.aspx?member=1 · capitol.hawaii.gov/…/memberpage.aspx?member=1 · capitol.hawaii.gov/…/memberpage.aspx?member=1 · Open States ID 5d9e6c9d-a94b-4ff6-9828-ed2ce8ceeab0
Capitol: State Capitol Room 405, 415 S. Beretania St., Honolulu, HI 96813 808-586-6210
Where they sit in the Hawaii House
Each gray bar counts how many ranked members of the Hawaii House have a score in that range, from most liberal (left) to most conservative (right). The colored line is Justin Woodson. Scores are relative to this chamber only.
Chamber, by party
Each tick is one ranked member, placed by their score (blue D, red R, purple I/other). The tall tick is Justin Woodson.
Committees
- Education (chair)
- Higher Education
- Public Safety
- Water and Land
Recent votes (latest 60 of 1039 in the current session data)
| Date | Bill / motion | Vote | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | SB 2613 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL LAND TRANSFER. | Yea | Pass 3–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 1888 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO THE SAFETY OF EDUCATIONAL WORKERS. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | SB 2125 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO TEACHER LICENSING. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | SB 3325 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENTS. | Yea | Pass 4–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 1891 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO EDUCATION. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 2300 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROCUREMENT. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 1894 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO EDUCATION. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 1890 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO EDUCATION. | Yea | Pass 6–0 |
| 2026-05-01 | HB 2344 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES. | Yea | Pass 4–0 |
| 2026-04-30 | HB 1785 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-04-29 | HB 2171 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-04-29 | SB 3262 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO EDUCATION. | Yea | Pass 5–0 |
| 2026-04-28 | HB 2293 The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. RELATING TO THE HARM TO STUDENTS REGISTRY. | Yea | Pass 3–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 40 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE COUNTY OF HAWAII AND CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ADOPT ORDINANCES BANNING THE SALE, RENTAL, AND DISTRIBUTION OF DISPOSABLE BODYBOARDS. | Not Voting | Pass 6–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 8 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE COUNTIES TO ACT ON ANY BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION OF A RESIDENCE THAT IS PRESCRIBED BY A LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER AND FOUND BY THE COUNTY TO BE ESSENTIAL TO THE SAFETY OR HEALTH OF AN OL | Not Voting | Pass 6–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 179 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI RELATING TO FIRE HAZARDS, BRUSH CLEARANCE, FUEL BREAKS, ROADSIDE VEGETATION CLEARING, AND EMERGENCY ACCESS. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 159 Reconsider: The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING PUBLIC AND PRIVATE STAKEHOLDERS TO ADOPT SHARED GUIDING PRINCIPLES FOR THE PLANNING, FINANCING, AND UNDERTAKING OF EFFORTS FOR THE RESTORATION, IMPROVEMENT, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE BEACHES, SHORELINE, AND COASTAL A | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 94 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. ENDORSING WAIKIKI AS A WORLD SURFING RESERVE. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 83 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO CONSIDER DEVELOPING A FACILITY TO DISCARD LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 165 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MARCH4WATER MONTH IN THE STATE. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 177 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES TO CONVENE A COOPERATIVE WORKING GROUP TO ADDRESS STATE PROJECTS THAT REQUIRE COUNTY PERMITTING. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-23 | SCR 90 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE PLANNING OR PLANNING AND PERMITTING DEPARTMENT OF EACH COUNTY TO ESTABLISH KUPUNA-FRIENDLY BUILDING PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKING ACCESSIBILITY AND PRIVATE BUSINESSES OPERATING HOURS. | Yea | Pass 7–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 103 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING THE DIVISION OF STATE PARKS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO IMPROVE STATE PARKS, AND TO DEVELOP APPROPRIATE BRANDING AND NARRATIVES FOR PARKS, LANDMARKS, AND OTHER SIGNIF | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 100 Reconsider: The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. CONVENING A WORKING GROUP TO ESTABLISH A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION RECOGNIZED BY THE STATE TO SUPPORT SANCTUARIES AND OTHER CONSERVATION-RELATED INITIATIVES FOR ENDANGERED AND OTHER SPECIES. | Not Voting | Pass 7–1 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 201 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO REISSUE REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING PROGRAM CONTRACTORS AND PREQUALIFIED SMALL CONTRACTORS TO ENSURE THE CONTINUITY OF THE FUTURE SCHOOLS NOW PROGRAM. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 140 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO ADOPT ENERGY SAVINGS PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING AS A PRIMARY STRATEGY TO ADDRESS DEFERRED MAINTENANCE AND INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION AND IMPROVE ENER | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 69 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE STATE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF THE HAWAII STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 197 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 79 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. ENCOURAGING THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ERADICATION OF OCTOCORAL AND OTHER INVASIVE SPECIES FROM THE WATERS OF PEARL HARBOR, INCLUDING WEST LOCH, MIDDLE LOCH, AND EAST LOCH. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 181 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO ADOPT ORDINANCES THAT ESTABLISH WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE SAFETY STANDARDS FOR PLANTATION TOWNS AND OTHER HIGH-RISK COMMUNITIES, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE COUNTY OF KAUAI'S ORDINANCE NO. PM-2025 | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 203 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING THIS BODY TO ESTABLISH A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE THE SUPPORT SYSTEMS AVAILABLE TO STATE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS AND DETERMINE WHETHER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CENTRALIZED PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 112 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, TO REQUIRE COMPLETION OF COMPREHENSIVE COURSEWORK IN READING, LANGUAGE, AND LITERA | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 19 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND STATE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DIVISION OF AQUATIC RESOURCES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DEVELOP AND PROPOSE A FRAMEWORK F | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 114 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICE TO CONDUCT SEMIANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND MANAGEMENT AUDITS OF THE DEPARTMENT AND ITS ATTACHED AGENCIES. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 200 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO IMPLEMENT THE NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION MICRO-CREDENTIAL PILOT PROGRAM DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT'S OFFICE OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND THE | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 112 The committee on HED recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, TO REQUIRE COMPLETION OF COMPREHENSIVE COURSEWORK IN READING, LANGUAGE, AND LITERA | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 195 Reconsider: The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, TO REVISE PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS TO INCLUDE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A STANDALONE FINANCIAL LITERACY COURSE. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 129 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. AFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR THE EXPANSION OF PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS THAT INCREASE TREE CANOPY COVERAGE AND INSTALL SHADE TREES IN URBAN AREAS TO MITIGATE THE EFFECTS OF URBAN HEAT ISLANDS ACROSS THE STATE. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 32 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICT CARRYING CAPACITY STUDY TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP A STATEWIDE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 20 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. STRONGLY SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF HAWAIʻI'S EFFORTS TO DEVELOP THE KEALAKEHE REGIONAL PARK PROJECT. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 58 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING THE DIVISION OF BOATING AND OCEAN RECREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO DEVELOP A PROGRESSIVE ENFORCEMENT FRAMEWORK FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS IN PARKING LOTS UNDER ITS JURISDICTION; ENSURE PRO | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 196 Reconsider: The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A PROPOSAL FOR A TIERED, COORDINATED, AND STANDARDIZED BELL SCHEDULE FRAMEWORK FOR DEPARTMENT SCHOOLS. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 79 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. ENCOURAGING THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ERADICATION OF OCTOCORAL AND OTHER INVASIVE SPECIES FROM THE WATERS OF PEARL HARBOR, INCLUDING WEST LOCH, MIDDLE LOCH, AND EAST LOCH. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 78 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STRENGTHEN MENSTRUAL HEALTH EDUCATION INITIATIVES AND TO ADOPT A COMPREHENSIVE MENSTRUAL CYCLE CURRICULUM. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 140 The committee on HED recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA TO ADOPT ENERGY SAVINGS PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING AS A PRIMARY STRATEGY TO ADDRESS DEFERRED MAINTENANCE AND INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION AND IMPROVE ENER | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 194 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO MEET THE CRITERIA NECESSARY TO OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZE CHEERLEADING AS A TITLE IX SPORT IN HAWAII. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 130 Reconsider: The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND BIOSECURITY TO JOINTLY DEVELOP A FARMER-TO-INSTITUTION COORDINATION PLAN THAT IS ALIGNED WITH THE AINA KITCHEN NETWORK ROLLOUT. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 55 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. SUPPORTING THE FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE HAWAIʻI WATER SAFETY COALITION'S HAWAIʻI WATER SAFETY PLAN. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-16 | SCR 162 The committee on EDN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO CONVENE A SHARED DECISION MAKING COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP AN ACTION PLAN TO ESTABLISH A K-12 KAIAPUNI SCHOOL IN KAPOLEI. | Yea | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 74 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT AN AUDIT OF NO-BID CONTRACTS ISSUED BY STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES UNDER PROCLAMATIONS DECLARING STATES OF EMERGENCY DURING THE SIX-YEAR PERIOD BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2020, AND DECEMBER 31, 20 | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 28 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A STATE OF HAWAII COMMEMORATIVE VIETNAM VETERANS MEDAL. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 60 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE FINDINGS OF THE PROOF OF CONCEPT STUDY TITLED BREAKING CYCLES: ALTERNATIVE MODELS OF REHABILITATION AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON OʻAH | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 180 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING STATE AGENCIES THAT OWN OR CONTROL LAND IN WEST MAUI TO IMPLEMENT AND ENFORCE AGGRESSIVE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT, FUEL REDUCTION, DEFENSIBLE SPACE, AND EMERGENCY ACCESS MEASURES TO REDUCE WILDFIRE RISK TO LAHAINA AN | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 147 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING TO INCREASE COMPENSATION FOR ADULT CORRECTIONS OFFICERS EMPLOYED BY THE STATE OF HAWAII'S DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 62 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE 911 BOARD TO ESTABLISH OR UTILIZE AN APPROPRIATE WORKING GROUP TO ENGAGE WITH THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY TO ADDRESS CONTINUING ACCESS ISSUES IN THE STATE’S EMERGENCY AND 911 RESPONSE SYSTEMS. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 179 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI RELATING TO FIRE HAZARDS, BRUSH CLEARANCE, FUEL BREAKS, ROADSIDE VEGETATION CLEARING, AND EMERGENCY ACCESS. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 180 The committee on WAL recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. URGING STATE AGENCIES THAT OWN OR CONTROL LAND IN WEST MAUI TO IMPLEMENT AND ENFORCE AGGRESSIVE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT, FUEL REDUCTION, DEFENSIBLE SPACE, AND EMERGENCY ACCESS MEASURES TO REDUCE WILDFIRE RISK TO LAHAINA AN | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 182 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ENGAGE WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AND OTHER FEDERAL AND MILITARY PARTNERS TO EXPLORE ESTABLISHING A MILITARY-CIVILIAN TRAUMA PARTNERSHIP TO STRENG | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 89 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE HAWAII CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM OVERSIGHT COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH AN ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ALTERNATIVE MODELS FOR REHABILITATION AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON OʻAHU | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |
| 2026-04-15 | SCR 54 The committee on PBS recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. REQUESTING THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL TO APPOINT A HYDROGEN FIRE SAFETY EXPERT AND PROVIDE TRAINING ON HYDROGEN-RELATED SAFETY PROTOCOLS. | Not Voting | Pass 8–0 |