Rep. Ikaika Olds

Primary HB 179

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO INCOME TAX.

Makes permanent the amendments made by Act 163, SLH 2023, to the state earned income tax credit and refundable food/excise tax credit. Amends the income thresholds and credit amounts for the low-income household renters tax credit and refundable food/excise tax credit. Amends the state earned income tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMakes permanent EITC and refundable tax credits for low-income households, providing direct tax relief and strengthening fiscal support for vulnerable populations.95% confidence HousingSupports HousingAmends low-income household renters tax credit, increasing affordability for renters through refundable tax credits.95% confidence

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 785

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO ENERGY-EFFICIENCY PORTFOLIO STANDARDS.

Extends the State's energy-efficiency portfolio standards from 2030 to 2045 and updates the standards. Authorizes the public utilities commission to adjust the 2045 and interim standards.

EnergySupports EnergyExtends energy-efficiency portfolio standards to 2045 and authorizes updates, strengthening long-term efficiency goals per bill summary.90% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends energy-efficiency standards to 2045, promoting reduced energy consumption and lower emissions per environmental indicators95% confidence

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 539

In committee · Hawaii House · Lead sponsor

RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Expands eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to include any individual or household whose monthly income is equal to or less than three hundred per cent of the federal poverty level. Appropriates funds.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds to expand SNAP eligibility, directly funding an essential public assistance program.95% confidence

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track