SB 194 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.

SB 194 would remove general excise taxes on food, medical services, and feminine hygiene products. This means consumers purchasing groceries, healthcare services, and items like tampons or pads would no longer pay this specific tax on those items. The bill directly affects residents buying these essential goods and services, shifting the tax burden away from these categories.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2025 Last action Dec 8, 2025
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Jan 17, 2025
Committee
Referred to HHS, WAM.
upper
Jan 15, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and passed First Reading.
upper
Jan 13, 2025
Introduced
Pending Introduction.
upper
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