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SB 1404

RELATING TO TAXATION.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii tax bill SB 1404 pending detailed committee review; specific provisions and fiscal impact currently unavailable for public analysis.

Re-Referred to CPN/EDU, WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 1404

Legislative bill overview

SB 1404 is a Hawaii taxation bill introduced by Senator Ron Kouchi that has been referred to multiple committees but has not yet been publicly detailed in available records. The bill is currently in the 2026 legislative session after being carried over from 2025, with recent referral to the Consumer Protection & Commerce, Education, and Ways & Means committees.

Why this is important

Tax legislation directly affects state revenue, public services funding, and the financial burden on individuals and businesses. The committee assignments (particularly Ways & Means) suggest this bill addresses substantive tax policy changes that could impact Hawaii's economy and budget allocations.

Potential points of contention

  • Without the bill's full text available, specific provisions cannot be analyzed, but taxation bills typically generate debate over fairness, economic impact, and revenue allocation
  • Committee re-referrals and carryover to 2026 may indicate substantive disagreements or need for further refinement among stakeholders
  • Hawaii's high cost of living and existing tax burden make any tax changes politically sensitive

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

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