Budget & Taxes

in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 1836: MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE COUNTY OF HAWAII.

Appropriates funds as a grant-in-aid to the County of Hawaii to provide grants for the contracting of a private water company for the facilitation and installation of fire hydrants.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds via grant-in-aid to county for public safety infrastructure (fire hydrants), directly allocating budget resources to fund a public service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 30, 2026

HB 2262: RELATING TO A PROGRAM TO CHARACTERIZE THE POTENTIAL OF UNDERGROUND ENERGY RESOURCES STATEWIDE.

Establishes the Underground Energy Resource Characterization Program to identify the location and characteristics of underground energy resources through the use of slim-hole bores and requires a related environmental assessment or environmental impact statement. Requires a report to the legislature. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Underground Energy Resource Characterization Program, directly funding a state initiative under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds geothermal exploration program to identify renewable energy resources, aligning with clean energy investment and Hawaii's renewable focus.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires environmental assessment/impact statement for underground resource characterization, directly addressing environmental considerations per bill language.90% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2520: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Clarifies that references to the base amount in section 41, Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, shall not apply to the tax credit for research activities, and that the tax credit for qualified research expenses may be claimed without regard to expenses in previous years. Increases the annual cap on the total amount of credits that may be certified by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases annual cap on research tax credits, providing tax relief to businesses through expanded credit eligibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits

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passed both · Hawaii · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 2012: RELATING TO COMMUNITY LITERACY LABS.

HB 2012 proposes a two-year pilot program to establish community literacy labs, funded by the Department of Education. The program would directly support adults in underserved communities by providing accessible literacy resources and training. Key provisions include appropriating state funds for implementation, with the Department of Education responsible for selecting pilot sites and managing the program over the two-year period. The bill is currently pending committee approval after receiving a favorable recommendation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for community literacy labs pilot, directly funding a public service program under DOE oversight.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates state funds for community literacy labs, expanding educational access in underserved communities through direct funding and program implementation.90% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1468: RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.

Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by independent sugar cane farmers. Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by a contractor of the Patient-Centered Community Care Program that is established by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to title 38 United States Code section 8153. Effective 1/1/2026. (SD1)

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax exemptions for sugar cane farmers and VA program contractors, increasing tax burden. Directly restricts tax exemptions per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRepeals tax exemption for VA Patient-Centered Community Care Program contractors, increasing costs and potentially restricting program effectiveness.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransRepealing tax exemption for VA's PCCP contractors may reduce program funding/access, weakening veteran healthcare support under 38 U.S.C. § 8153.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2888: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

Increases the rooftop solar tax credit to forty five per cent for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025 through December 31, 2030. Establishes the Direct Solar Rebate Program to be administered by the Hawaii State Energy Office for low‑ and moderate-income households. Streamlines rooftop solar permitting and requires the counties to develop electronic application systems. Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to enhance workforce development and coordinate with county permitting agencies. Authorizes the adoption of interim rules. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases rooftop solar tax credit (45%) and funds Direct Solar Rebate Program for low-income households via state appropriations, providing tax relief and targeted funding.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases rooftop solar tax credit to 45%, creates Direct Solar Rebate Program for low-income households, and streamlines solar permitting - all promoting renewable energy adoption and infrastructure expansion.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases solar tax credits, creates low-income rebates, and streamlines permitting to boost renewable energy adoption, directly advancing clean energy goals and environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3318: RELATING TO RESILIENCY.

Part II: For taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025, establishes an Agroecological and Climate-Smart Farming Practices Tax Credit to be administered by the Department of Taxation. Part III: Establishes the Hawaii Farm to Families Program and requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to submit reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Part IV: Requires the Department of Education to strengthen the State's farm to school meals program initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for farmers (tax relief) and appropriates funds for farm programs, directly advancing fiscal support for agriculture initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationPart IV explicitly requires DOE to strengthen farm-to-school meals program, directly advancing school nutrition initiatives through mandated action and funding appropriations.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes climate-smart farming tax credit and farm-to-family programs focused on environmental sustainability, directly advancing climate-resilient agriculture and food systems conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Student Health

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 1887: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY EDUCATION.

Requires the Department of Education to develop and implement a statewide Artificial Intelligence Literacy Curricula Plan for students in eleventh and twelfth grades, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year as a condition for graduation. Establishes the Advisory Council for Artificial Intelligence Education. Establishes a three-year Artificial Intelligence Education Grant Pilot Program within the Department of Education. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for AI education grant program, directly funding a new public education initiative under state budget.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AI literacy curriculum for grades 11-12 with graduation requirement, establishes grant pilot, and appropriates funds to advance educational standards.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI literacy curricula for high school students, funds education programs, and establishes advisory council to promote AI understanding and workforce readiness.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 583: RELATING TO AUTISM.

Appropriates moneys to the Department of Human Services to increase funding for applied behavioral analysis services for Medicaid enrollees who have been diagnosed with autism. Requires the Department to obtain the maximum federal matching funds available for the expenditure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for autism services under Medicaid, increasing public service funding and utilizing federal matching funds.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAppropriates funds for Medicaid-covered autism ABA services, expanding healthcare access and funding for a specific treatment under public health programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Medicaid

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1083: RELATING TO PORT INFRASTRUCTURE.

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to include line-item funding for maintenance dredging at state small boat harbor facilities in its annual budget request. Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct maintenance dredging at state small boat harbors, boat launch ramp facilities, and waterways. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly mandates budget line-item funding and appropriates funds for port infrastructure maintenance dredging, directly advancing budget allocation for public infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates funds for maintenance dredging at state small boat harbors and port infrastructure, directly funding transportation infrastructure upkeep.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports

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