Informing the Legislature that on May 19, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1173 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 068).

HB 1173, now Act 068, establishes a 15-year statute of limitations for certain tax liens, aligning Hawaii's tax collection process with federal standards. The bill amends how the Department of Taxation records and discharges tax liens, requiring certificates of discharge for satisfied or expired liens. This affects taxpayers with long-outstanding tax liabilities and ensures they're not burdened by unenforceable liens after 15 years. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, applying to all tax liens recorded on or after that date.