SB 3009 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO ENERGY EQUITY.

Summary
Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish residential electricity rate structures that prioritize affordability and equity. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish a lifeline baseline performance standard, a medical essential needs energy program, and a new tariff. Requires electric utilities to file revised tariffs no later than twelve months after the Public Utilities Commission has issued a final decision and order under this Act. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to convene a stakeholder process for developing and implementing this Act.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 30, 2026
Committee
Referred to CPN/EIG, WAM.
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Jan 23, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Chris Lee
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