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HB 337

RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nicole Lowen

Hawaii renewable energy bill HB 337 was deferred by committee in early 2025 and carried over to 2026, its specific policy changes remaining undisclosed to the public.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 337

Legislative bill overview

HB 337 is a Hawaii renewable energy bill introduced by Representative Nicole Lowen that has been referred to multiple committees (EEP, CPC, and FIN) for review. The bill was deferred by the Energy, Environmental Protection committee in January 2025 and subsequently carried over to the 2026 legislative session without passage.

Why is this important

Hawaii has among the nation's most ambitious renewable energy goals, targeting 100% clean energy by 2045. Legislation in this area directly impacts the state's energy costs, grid reliability, and progress toward decarbonization targets that affect residents' utility bills and climate resilience.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public bill details: The specific provisions of HB 337 are not provided, making it unclear whether the bill expands renewable incentives, mandates timeframes, addresses grid modernization, or imposes new requirements on utilities
  • Committee deferrals suggest unresolved concerns: The EEP committee's deferral indicates potential disagreements over feasibility, cost, implementation timelines, or conflicts with other energy policies
  • Fiscal impact unknown: The referral to the Finance committee suggests budget implications that may be contested between environmental goals and taxpayer costs

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

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