Informing the Legislature that on May 29, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB1048 SD2 HD2 CD1 (ACT 108).

SB1048 amends Hawaii's Act 205 to clarify rules for online charitable fundraising platforms (referred to as "platform charities"), reducing administrative burdens while maintaining donor transparency and protection. It requires these platforms to register with the state Department of Attorney General, submit annual financial reports detailing donations and fees, and provide clear disclosures to donors about where funds go and potential reasons they might not reach recipient charities. Platforms must only work with charities verified as "in good standing" through the state registry and must include conspicuous disclosures - such as stating whether donations go to the platform or the charity - before a donation is completed. This bill directly affects online fundraising platforms and the charitable organizations they partner with, aiming to balance regulatory oversight with operational flexibility.