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HB 814

RELATING TO CANNABIS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cory Chun and 8 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 814 addresses cannabis policy matters requiring health committee and fiscal analysis; currently in early legislative review stage with specifics pending public bill text release.

Introduced and Pass First Reading.
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Bill Summary · HB 814

Legislative bill overview

HB 814 is a cannabis-related bill introduced in the Hawaii House of Representatives that is currently in early stages of the legislative process. The bill was referred to the Health (HLT) and Finance (FIN) committees on January 21, 2025, following its first reading. Without access to the specific bill text, the exact provisions cannot be detailed, but the dual committee referral suggests it addresses both health/regulatory and fiscal matters related to cannabis.

Why is this important

Cannabis legislation in Hawaii carries significance for public health policy, tax revenue generation, and criminal justice reform. The bill's referral to both health and finance committees indicates it likely involves either regulatory frameworks for existing cannabis programs, taxation structures, or licensing mechanisms that affect state budgets and healthcare systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory scope - Whether the bill expands, restricts, or maintains current cannabis licensing, testing, or product availability standards
  • Tax and revenue allocation - How cannabis-related tax revenues are collected and distributed among state programs
  • Public health considerations - Potential disagreements over youth access prevention, impaired driving enforcement, or workplace safety standards

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

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