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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2520: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Clarifies that references to the base amount in section 41, Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, shall not apply to the tax credit for research activities, and that the tax credit for qualified research expenses may be claimed without regard to expenses in previous years. Increases the annual cap on the total amount of credits that may be certified by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases annual cap on research tax credits, providing tax relief to businesses through expanded credit eligibility.90% confidence
Chris Todd (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2542: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIFTIETH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 2542 appropriates funds for capital improvement projects within the 50th Representative District. The bill directly affects residents and infrastructure in that specific district by providing dedicated funding for physical projects like building repairs or facility upgrades. It does not create new policies or regulations but allocates existing state funds for district-specific capital needs. The bill was introduced and passed its first reading on January 28, 2026, and referred to the Finance Committee.
Mike Lee (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2521: RELATING TO TAXATION.

HB 2521 exempts the sale of groceries, healthcare services, and utility services from the general excise tax. This means businesses selling these specific items or services - like grocery stores, hospitals, and electricity/water providers - would no longer pay this tax on those transactions. The bill defines key terms to clarify which services qualify for the exemption. It directly affects businesses in these sectors by reducing their tax burden on core customer transactions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts essential services (groceries, healthcare, utilities) from general excise tax, reducing tax burden on businesses and consumers for necessities, aligning with tax relief for lower/middle income.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts healthcare services from general excise tax, reducing provider costs and supporting accessibility of healthcare services.95% confidence
Chris Muraoka (R) Elijah Pierick (R) Julie Reyes Oda (R) Diamond Garcia (R) Lauren Matsumoto (R)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2609: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

Defines "portable solar generation device" and establishes certain requirements for their regulation and use exclusively within units in condominiums organized pursuant to Chapter 514B, HRS. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish an online registration system. Clarifies that portable solar generation devices are subject to certain approval procedures for installation in condominiums. Requires reports to the Legislature.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill defines portable solar devices and creates regulatory framework for their use in condos, promoting renewable energy adoption through PUC registration and approval procedures.95% confidence
Kanani Souza (R) Darius Kila (D) Trish La Chica (D) Della Belatti (D) Lisa Marten (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2543: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 2543 allocates state funds for capital improvement projects within the Second Representative District. The bill directly affects local infrastructure and community facilities in that district, such as roads, public buildings, or parks. It provides specific funding appropriations but does not create new regulations or alter existing laws, focusing solely on financial support for district-level projects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for district infrastructure projects, directly increasing budgetary spending on public facilities without tax changes or regulatory shifts.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road infrastructure projects in Second District via capital appropriations, directly advancing transportation infrastructure as per bill's focus on district roads and CIP projects.90% confidence
Sue Lee Loy (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2522: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Eliminates the Hawaii state income tax starting with the 2028 taxable year. Requires the Department of Taxation to submit a report to address the expected tax revenue shortfall and to propose conforming amendments to the Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates Hawaii's state income tax, reducing tax revenue and weakening fiscal management without addressing revenue gaps.95% confidence
Elijah Pierick (R) Garner Shimizu (R)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2553: RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION.

Requires the State Building Code Council to provide greater flexibility for the use of alternative materials, designs, or methods of construction within the specifications of the Hawaii state building codes. Authorizes procurement debriefing and award protests for awards that do not account for the alternatives.
Chris Muraoka (R) Garner Shimizu (R) Elle Cochran (R)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2506: RELATING TO THE MINIMUM WAGE.

Amends the minimum monthly guaranteed compensation an individual must earn to be exempt from certain wage and hour requirements. Requires the minimum wage to increase to $18.00 per hour beginning 1/1/2027, instead of 1/1/2028. Increases the minimum wage on 1/1/2028, 1/1/2029, and 1/1/2030. Prohibits tipped employees from being paid less than the minimum wage. Beginning on 9/30/2030, and on September 30 of each year thereafter, requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to calculate an adjusted minimum wage rate.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases minimum wage to $18/hr by 2027, prohibits sub-minimum wage for tipped employees, and mandates annual adjustments - directly advancing worker compensation protections.95% confidence
Terez Amato (D) Sue Lee Loy (D) Darius Kila (D) Kim Coco Iwamoto (D) Della Belatti (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2512: RELATING TO MEDICAL FREEDOM.

Protects the right of individuals to make autonomous decisions regarding medical interventions without discrimination, coercion, or exclusion by public or private entities. Requires the Department of Health to amend its rules. Requires a report to the Legislature.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects patient autonomy in medical decisions and prevents discrimination by requiring DOH rule changes - directly aligns with patient rights protection in healthcare.90% confidence
Chris Muraoka (R) David Alcos (R) Elijah Pierick (R) Diamond Garcia (R) Garner Shimizu (R)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2539: RELATING TO RECORDINGS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES.

Establishes the right of a person to record law enforcement activities. Establishes a private right of action for any violation of the right to record law enforcement activities.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes right to record law enforcement and private right of action, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights within criminal justice reform.95% confidence
Adrian Tam (D) Kanani Souza (R) Gregg Takayama (D) Terez Amato (D) Kim Coco Iwamoto (D)
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