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SB 202

RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 1 co-sponsor

Hawaii bill SB 202 advances renewable energy policy through amended legislation, currently in committee review toward addressing the state's energy transition and 2045 clean energy goals.

Reported from EIG (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 213) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to CPN.
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Bill Summary · SB 202

Legislative bill overview

SB 202 relates to renewable energy policy in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the action summary provided. The bill has passed its second reading with amendments (SD 1) and is currently referred to the Consumer Protection and Commerce Committee (CPN) for further consideration.

Why is this important

Hawaii has among the highest electricity costs in the nation and has committed to achieving 100% renewable energy by 2045, making renewable energy legislation directly relevant to residential and business energy affordability and the state's climate goals. The bill's progression through committees suggests it addresses substantive renewable energy policy that stakeholders consider significant enough to warrant amendments during review.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific amendments made in SD 1 are not detailed here, but the fact that amendments were adopted indicates at least some disagreement or refinement was needed during committee review
  • Renewable energy expansion often involves trade-offs between cost, grid reliability, and land use that different stakeholders (utilities, environmental groups, consumers, agricultural interests) may view differently
  • Implementation timelines and funding mechanisms for renewable energy transitions can create disparities in costs and benefits across different regions and demographics in Hawaii

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

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