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Bill Summary · HB 1371

Legislative bill overview

HB 1371 is a Hawaii bill relating to alcohol that was introduced by Representative Kyle Yamashita in January 2025. The bill has passed first reading and was referred to the Consumer Protection and Commerce (CPC) and Finance (FIN) committees, but has been carried over to the 2026 Regular Session without further action during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Alcohol-related legislation in Hawaii affects taxation revenue, business licensing, consumer access, and public health outcomes. The specific provisions of this bill would impact local beverage distributors, retailers, restaurants, and potentially consumer pricing or availability depending on what regulatory changes it proposes.

Potential points of contention

  • Without access to the bill's specific text, the nature of proposed changes (whether regulatory, tax-related, or licensing-focused) cannot be determined
  • Committee referral to both CPC and FIN suggests the bill has both regulatory and fiscal implications that may create trade-offs
  • Carryover to 2026 indicates either insufficient support, need for further development, or lower legislative priority compared to other measures

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

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