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HB 2544

RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE FEES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Hashem and 2 co-sponsors

HB 2544 adjusts Hawaii's administrative fees, referred to Water/Agriculture/Land and Finance committees, affecting state revenue and public access to regulated services.

The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 03-16-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference.
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Bill Summary · HB 2544

Legislative bill overview

HB 2544 is a Hawaii bill relating to administrative fees, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced on January 28, 2026, and has been referred to the Water, Agriculture, and Land (WAL) committee and the Finance (FIN) committee, suggesting it may involve fees related to state resources or services under those jurisdictions.

Why is this important

Administrative fees directly affect how state agencies fund operations and services. Changes to fee structures can impact public access to permits, licenses, and government services, as well as state revenue streams. The involvement of both WAL and Finance committees indicates this may affect multiple stakeholder groups and state budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee amount increases: Without seeing specific numbers, any increase to administrative fees could face opposition from affected businesses or residents who view them as burdensome
  • Scope of fee application: Disagreement may arise over which activities or entities should be subject to new or increased fees
  • Regulatory burden: Questions about whether fee increases are necessary or if they create barriers to accessing government services and permits

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

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