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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2456: RELATING TO THE TAXATION OF LIQUOR.

SB 2456 increases the state tax on liquor sales and establishes a mechanism to automatically adjust this tax rate annually based on inflation. The bill directly affects liquor retailers, distributors, and consumers, as the tax increase would raise costs for these businesses and potentially lead to higher prices for consumers. Key provisions include setting a new base tax rate and linking future adjustments to the official inflation index to maintain revenue levels over time. This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process (introduced and passed first reading on January 22, 2026).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state liquor tax revenue with automatic inflation adjustments, directly boosting budget through higher taxation.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2441: RELATING TO CAPITAL GAINS.

SB 2441 would tax profits from selling investments (like stocks or property) at the same rate as regular income, such as wages. This directly affects individuals and investors who earn capital gains, particularly higher earners who currently benefit from lower tax rates on these profits. The bill replaces the current preferential tax rate for capital gains with the standard income tax rate. This policy change would increase the tax burden for many investors who sell assets at a profit. The bill is currently in committee referral after its initial introduction and first reading.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals preferential capital gains tax rate, closing a loophole to increase revenue from higher earners, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Sharon Moriwaki (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2458: RELATING TO SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES.

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.
Karl Rhoads (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2496: RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.

SB 2496 appropriates state funds to the Executive Office on Early Learning to administer support for family-child interaction learning programs. It directly affects early childhood education providers and families participating in these programs by providing dedicated funding. The key mechanism is the allocation of specific budget resources to the Executive Office, which will distribute funds to eligible local programs focused on parent-child engagement. This bill does not change program requirements but ensures financial support for existing early learning initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds to early learning programs, directly increasing budget allocation for public services as required by the topic's indicators.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates state funds for early childhood education programs, directly funding family-child interaction learning initiatives through the Executive Office on Early Learning.95% confidence
Jarrett Keohokalole (D) Karl Rhoads (D) Rachele Lamosao (D) Troy Hashimoto (D) Mike Gabbard (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2437: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

SB 2437 appropriates state funds for physical capital improvement projects (like roads, parks, or public buildings) specifically within the 15th senatorial district. This bill directly affects residents and local infrastructure in that district by providing funding for local capital needs. The bill is in its earliest stage (introduced January 22, 2026) and focuses solely on allocating resources without specifying particular projects or creating new policies. As a procedural funding measure, it does not change existing laws or impose new requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds for local infrastructure projects in a specific district, directly allocating budget resources for public capital improvements within the state's fiscal framework.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road infrastructure projects in 15th district via capital appropriations, directly supporting transportation infrastructure within a specific district.85% confidence
Glenn Wakai (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2472: RELATING TO HEALTH.

Expands statutory provisions that provide for religious exemptions from medical examinations, immunizations, vaccinations, and revaccinations to protect parents and other persons with bona fide religious tenets and practices.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareExpands religious exemptions for vaccines, reducing mandatory immunization requirements and weakening public health vaccination programs.85% confidence
Ron Kouchi (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2415: RELATING TO MICROPLASTICS.

Requires the Department of Health to establish a pilot project to test the drinking water at 4 public elementary schools for microplastics and to post the results on its website by 12/31/2026. Dissolves the pilot project on an unspecified date. Appropriates moneys.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTests microplastics in school drinking water (a pollution control measure) and appropriates funds for monitoring, directly addressing environmental contamination.90% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2381: RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.

Extends the effective date of restrictions on the use of restrictive housing in correctional facilities to 7/1/2027. Extends the establishment of the Restrictive Housing Legislative Working Group to 8/1/2026. Extends the date that the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation may implement recommendations of the working group to 12/1/2028. Amends procedures for restrictive housing. Amends circumstances under which restrictive housing may be used. Repeals requirements for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to post quarterly reports on the Department's website, update its policy and procedures manual in compliance with the restrictive housing restrictions, and report to the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission. Repeals requirements for the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission to review and monitor housing placements. Repeals the requirement that the Restrictive Housing Working Group make recommendations to the Legislature by 1/1/2027.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExtends restrictions on restrictive housing (solitary confinement), aligning with criminal justice reform to reduce harmful practices in corrections.95% confidence
Carol Fukunaga (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2459: RELATING TO PESTICIDES.

Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to use consistent units of measurement in its summary to the public on the amounts of restricted use pesticides applied. Establishes a one-half mile buffer zone for pesticides around schools during normal school hours.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBuffer zone around schools limits pesticide drift, reducing environmental pollution from restricted use pesticides per bill's requirements.85% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Carol Fukunaga (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2465: PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT.

Proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Hawaii to establish access to affordable health care as a fundamental right, subject to limitations balancing other essential public services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes healthcare access as a constitutional fundamental right, directly advancing patient access and rights per bill title and summary.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Dru Kanuha (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2406: RELATING TO COFFEE LABELING.

SB 2406 clarifies labeling and advertising rules for coffee grown and processed entirely within the state, directly affecting local coffee producers and sellers. The bill defines "regional origin" to establish clear standards for claiming a coffee's specific geographic source. This creates a concrete requirement that labels must accurately reflect where the coffee was both grown and processed. The legislation aims to prevent misleading claims about coffee's origin while providing clear guidance for businesses operating under state regulations.
Rachele Lamosao (D) Michelle Kidani (D) Mike Gabbard (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2484: RELATING TO THE HAWAII CLIMATE INSTITUTE.

Establishes the Hawaii Climate Institute at the University of Hawaii to support climate resilience and adaptation initiatives of the University and the State. Requires six per cent of the revenue generated by any increase to the Transient Accommodations Tax rates beginning on January 1, 2026, and by assessment of the Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds derived from cruise fares to be allocated to the University of Hawaii annually to support the programs and operations of the Hawaii Climate Institute. Transfers the International Pacific Research Center of the University of Hawaii at Manoa's School of Ocean and Earth Sciences and Technology to the Hawaii Climate Institute. Appropriates funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates 6% of Transient Accommodations Tax revenue to fund Hawaii Climate Institute programs, directly supporting state budget allocation for climate initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates 6% of Transient Accommodations Tax revenue to University of Hawaii programs, directly funding higher education initiatives under the Hawaii Climate Institute.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes Hawaii Climate Institute funded by tourism tax to support climate resilience and adaptation initiatives, directly advancing environmental protection and climate action.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Mike Gabbard (D)
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