Informing the Legislature that on July 9, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1642 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 224).

This bill prohibits the operation of cryptocurrency kiosks in Hawaii that accept cash from customers in exchange for digital assets, effective October 1, 2026. The legislation aims to protect residents from financial scams by banning machines that allow users to insert physical currency to purchase digital financial assets. While the law still permits these kiosks to function if they accept digital assets to buy other digital assets or to dispense cash, it specifically targets the cash-to-crypto transaction model. The measure applies to anyone who owns, operates, or manages such kiosks within the state.