Establishes and appropriates moneys for a two-year pilot project to grow biodiesel crops on the island of Molokai. Requires a report to the Legislature.
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Increases the refundable food/excise tax credit. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/22.
Exempts food supply chain businesses from permit or zoning requirements necessary for the installation of a renewable energy technology system or renewable energy storage system. Allows a food supply chain business to self-certify through licensed contractors for renewable energy technology systems and renewable energy storage systems used for its operations. Defines "food supply chain business" and "renewable energy storage system".
Establishes an online fantasy sports contests registration and monitoring program under the Department of the Attorney General. Exempts registered online fantasy sports contests from state gambling laws. Appropriates funds.
Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income from the sale of groceries that are eligible under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, regardless of the means of purchase and the program eligibility of the purchaser. Establishes a general excise tax exemption for the gross proceeds or income from the sale of nonprescription drugs. Effective January 1, 2024.
Requires the Department of Transportation to program intersections to allow walk signals to commence four seconds before the green light is given to motor vehicle traffic when the walk button has been pressed.
Requires the Department of Health to conduct a study on possible means by which the State can reduce the number of single-family dwellings that contain asbestos. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Conforms the amount allowable for the Hawaii expenses for household and dependent care services necessary for the gainful employment tax credit to the credit amounts allowed in the federal tax code. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/22.
Amends the definition of "income" to include tips or gratuities for the purposes of determining child and spousal support amounts, assignments, and withholdings.
Establishes and provides moneys for the composting grant program in the Department of Education.