REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR, STATE AGENCIES, AND OTHER RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS TO ACCELERATE HAWAII'S CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION AND TAKE IMMEDIATE, DECISIVE ACTION TO REDUCE AND ELIMINATE DEPENDENCE ON IMPORTED FOSSIL FUELS TO IMPROVE ENERGY SECURITY AND PROTECT CONSUMERS FROM RISING ENERGY COSTS.

HR 181 is a House Resolution (not a law) requesting the Governor, state agencies, and utility stakeholders to accelerate Hawaii's clean energy transition. It asks for immediate action to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, aiming to lower electricity costs - currently the highest in the U.S. (42.39¢/kWh vs. national average of 16¢) - and protect consumers, particularly low-income households spending up to 20% of income on energy. The resolution emphasizes equitable access to renewable energy for underserved communities and aligns with Executive Order 25-01’s goals for 100% renewable energy. It does not mandate changes but urges coordinated efforts through existing state frameworks.