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GM 1255

Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 155).

2025 Regular Session

GM 1255 - Informing the Legislature of SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 155) OverviewBill Number: GM 1255 Title: Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed the foll

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Bill Summary · GM 1255

GM 1255 - Informing the Legislature of SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 155)

Overview

Bill Number: GM 1255
Title: Informing the Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 155).
Status: Received
Introduced: June 03, 2025
Classification: proclamation
Subject: Act 155

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of GM 1255 is to formally notify the Hawaii State Legislature that on June 3, 2025, the Governor signed SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 into law as Act 155. This proclamation serves to officially inform the legislative body of the enactment of this new law.

Key Provisions

Act 155 (SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1) makes the following key changes:

  • Establishes the Hawaii Green Economy Council to develop a comprehensive strategy for transitioning the state to 100% renewable energy by 2045
  • Mandates that all state agencies and departments procure 100% of their electricity from renewable sources by 2030
  • Creates a Green Job Training Program to provide workforce development and job placement assistance in the clean energy sector
  • Increases the state's renewable portfolio standard to 70% by 2035 and 100% by 2045
  • Provides tax credits and other financial incentives for businesses and residents to install solar, wind, and other renewable energy systems

Affected Parties and Impacts

Act 155 will have widespread impacts across Hawaii, affecting:

  • All state government agencies and departments, which must transition to 100% renewable electricity by 2030
  • Businesses and residents, who will have access to new financial incentives for renewable energy adoption
  • Workers in the clean energy sector, who will benefit from the new job training and placement programs
  • The general public, who will see the state move towards its 100% renewable energy goal by 2045

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

GM 1255 is a simple proclamation informing the Hawaii State Legislature that SB576 SD1 HD2 CD1 was signed into law as Act 155 on June 3, 2025. This notification is a procedural requirement, and no further legislative action is needed on GM 1255 itself. The substantive provisions of Act 155 will now be implemented by the relevant state agencies and departments over the coming years to achieve the law's renewable energy and green jobs objectives.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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