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Bill Summary · SB 380

Legislative bill overview

SB 380 addresses the management and use of non-general funds in Hawaii's state budget. The bill has been referred to committees on Government Operations (GVO) and Ways and Means (WAM) for review but has not advanced beyond initial committee consideration. The measure was deferred multiple times and ultimately carried over to the 2026 legislative session.

Why is this important

Non-general funds—revenues derived from specific sources like fees, grants, and dedicated taxes rather than general appropriations—represent a significant portion of state spending. How these funds are classified, tracked, and spent affects budgetary transparency, agency flexibility, and whether revenues are truly available for their intended purposes. Changes to non-general fund rules can have cascading effects across multiple state departments.

Potential points of contention

  • Budgetary flexibility vs. transparency: Expanding non-general fund authority may give agencies more operational discretion but could reduce legislative oversight and public accountability
  • Revenue dedication and restrictions: The bill's specific provisions on which revenues qualify as non-general funds and how they can be used remain unclear from available information
  • Interagency coordination: Changes may create winners and losers among state agencies depending on how non-general fund rules are modified, prompting departmental opposition or support

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

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