SB 2458 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES.

Summary
Establishes the sugar-sweetened beverage fee program. Beginning 7/1/2027, imposes a 2 cent per fluid ounce fee on all sugar-sweetened beverages sold in the State and requires all distributors of sugar-sweetened beverages to register with the Department of Health. On or after 6/30/27, prohibits retailers from selling or displaying for sale any sugar-sweetened beverage acquired from a distributor that is not registered with the Department of Health. Requires management and performance audits. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Establishes the Healthy Ohana Advisory Committee. Appropriates funds.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 22, 2026 Last action Jan 28, 2026
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Jan 28, 2026
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Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM.
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Jan 22, 2026
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Karl Rhoads
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