Budget & Taxes

in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 694: RELATING TO A CHILD TAX CREDIT.

HB 694 establishes a refundable child tax credit for families with children, directly affecting households with qualifying dependents who file state income tax returns. The credit allows eligible families to receive money back from the state even if they owe no income tax, with the amount determined by the bill's specific formula (not detailed in the abstract). It applies to tax returns filed for taxable years starting after December 31, 2025, meaning the credit would first be available for 2026 tax filings. The bill is currently in committee referral and has not yet been voted on.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRefundable child tax credit provides direct tax relief to qualifying families with dependents, reducing tax burden and increasing disposable income for lower/middle-income households.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1611: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a yearly reduction in the general excise tax rate on groceries and nonprescription drugs on a tiered schedule until 1/1/2034, when a full general excise tax exemption applies. Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the counties from imposing a county surcharge on groceries and nonprescription drugs. Beginning 1/1/2028, provides a general excise tax exemption on the wholesale sale of groceries and nonprescription drugs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces general excise tax on essential items (groceries, nonprescription drugs), providing tax relief for lower-income households per tax reduction indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2392: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Establishes the alternative transportation options tax credit for employers that offer transportation demand management strategies to employees who commute using a method other than single occupancy vehicle. Authorizes rulemaking.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for employers offering alternative commuting options, providing tax relief and incentivizing behavior aligned with fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates tax credit for employers promoting non-SOV commutes, directly incentivizing sustainable transportation alternatives and aligning with sustainable transportation indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 572: RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX.

Exempts food and groceries from certain healthcare-related goods or services that were not the general excise tax. Expands general excise tax exemptions to include purchased under the Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax exemptions for food and healthcare, providing relief for essential purchases, aligning with tax relief indicators for lower-income households.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands tax exemptions for Medicare/Medicaid/TRICARE purchases, reducing out-of-pocket costs for healthcare services and improving access to covered care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1053: RELATING TO A CHILD TAX CREDIT.

SB 1053 would create a refundable child tax credit for families with children in the state. This credit would directly benefit low- and middle-income households with dependent children, providing them with financial support they can receive even if they owe no state income tax. The bill specifies the credit would apply to tax years starting after December 31, 2025, meaning it would take effect for 2026 tax filings. It establishes a concrete policy change by guaranteeing a direct cash payment to eligible families based on the number of qualifying children.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRefundable child tax credit for low/middle-income families provides direct tax relief and government funding, advancing fiscal support for households.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax State Budget Tax Credits

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 475: RELATING TO COLORECTAL CANCER.

Requires and appropriates moneys for the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a public assistance program offering state-funded colorectal screenings for certain persons. Requires coverage for all colorectal cancer screenings in the State to be consistent with the Affordable Care Act Implementation Frequently Asked Questions published by the United States Department of Labor, United States Department of Health and Human Services, and United States Department of the Treasury.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for colorectal cancer screenings, funding a public health program under DHS per bill's explicit language on budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds state colorectal screenings and mandates ACA-aligned coverage, expanding access to preventive healthcare services.95% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 697: RELATING TO AN INCOME TAX CREDIT.

Establishes a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for expenses paid to retrofit a residence with wind resistive devices. Requires the Department of Taxation to prepare forms. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to pre-certify claims. Appropriates funds. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2025. Sunsets 1/1/2028. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates income tax credit for wind retrofit expenses, appropriates funds, providing tax relief and fiscal support through state budget allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 194: 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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves excise taxes on essential goods (food, medical, hygiene), providing tax relief for lower-income residents, aligning with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves tax on medical services, reducing costs for healthcare access and aligning with support indicators for improved patient affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 933: RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX REDUCTIONS.

Reduces the general excise tax rate on the gross proceeds or gross income from the sale of groceries that are eligible under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), regardless of the means of purchase and the program eligibility of the purchaser. Reduces the general excise tax rate on the gross proceeds or income from the sale of nonprescription drugs. Requires DBEDT to conduct an economic cost-benefit analysis on the general excise tax reductions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces excise tax on SNAP/WIC-eligible groceries and nonprescription drugs, providing tax relief for low-income residents through targeted rate reductions.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 328: RELATING TO TAXATION.

SB 328 creates an income tax credit for dairy farmers who convert their operations to hog farming, covering capital infrastructure costs like building new barns or equipment. It directly affects dairy farm owners planning to switch to hog production. The credit allows eligible farmers to reduce their state income tax liability based on qualifying conversion expenses. The bill takes effect on July 1, 3000, as stated in the official abstract.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates targeted income tax credit for dairy-to-hog conversion, providing tax relief under taxation policy per explicit bill title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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