From Prayer to Pot to Prediction Markets: What’s Really Happening at the Hawaii State Capitol

The Hawaiʻi Legislature is approaching its first major crossover deadline — and the stakes could not be higher.In this episode of Faith & Family First, Eva Andrade and former Representative Marcus Oshiro break down the major bills moving right now at the State Capitol, including:The expansion of Hawaiʻi’s SHIELD law to protect gender-affirming medical interventionsA bill that could criminalize certain forms of protest outside health care facilitiesA quiet but sweeping proposal to legalize low-potency marijuana for adults 21+Prediction markets and sports gambling protectionsThe conversion therapy bill still awaiting hearingThey explain what “first lateral,” “decking,” and “crossover” really mean — and why this moment in the session is one of the most important for citizen engagement.You’ll also hear:Why being the lone voice in opposition still mattersConcerns raised by the Attorney GeneralWhy some bills could spark constitutional challengesA preview of national experts visiting Hawaiʻi to address marijuana and gamblingAnd why democracy is not a spectator sport — it’s a contact sportIf you care about the future of Hawaiʻi’s families, culture, and freedoms, now is the time to pay attention.Sign up for legislative alerts at HawaiiFamilyForum.org so you don’t miss the 48-hour hearing notices.Mahalo for listening — and don’t stay on the sidelines.Don't forget to subscribe to the FFF podcast for more in-depth discussions on social and political issues that matter to you!