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HB 891

RELATING TO MARIJUANA.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Tarnas

Hawaii HB 891 addresses marijuana policy; referred to judiciary and finance committees, carried over to 2026 for further consideration.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 891

Legislative bill overview

HB 891 is a marijuana-related bill introduced in Hawaii's legislature by Representative David Tarnas. The bill was introduced in January 2025, passed first reading, and referred to the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) and Finance (FIN) committees before being carried over to the 2026 regular session, indicating the legislature did not complete action on it during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Marijuana legislation in Hawaii affects criminal justice policy, potential tax revenue, medical access, and regulatory frameworks. The bill's specific provisions—not detailed in the status information provided—would determine whether it expands medical access, decriminalizes possession, establishes recreational sales, or modifies existing cannabis regulations. The carryover to 2026 suggests either complexity requiring further deliberation or competing legislative priorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of legalization: Whether the bill addresses only medical marijuana, decriminalization, recreational legalization, or some combination thereof
  • Regulatory and tax structure: How cannabis would be regulated, taxed, and licensed; concerns about black market competition and tax revenue allocation
  • Public health concerns: Opposition from groups worried about youth access, impaired driving enforcement, and cannabis potency standards

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

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