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SB 184

RELATING TO THE DEPOSIT BEVERAGE CONTAINER PROGRAM.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Aquino

SB 184 modifies Hawaii's beverage container deposit program to adjust recycling incentives, consumer deposits, or redemption requirements affecting environmental and economic outcomes.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 184

Legislative bill overview

SB 184 modifies Hawaii's deposit beverage container program, which requires consumers to pay deposits on certain beverage containers that are refunded when containers are returned. The bill adjusts the mechanics, scope, or redemption requirements of this existing recycling incentive program to address current implementation challenges or environmental goals.

Why is this important

Deposit programs directly influence consumer behavior around recycling and litter reduction while creating economic incentives for beverage container recovery. Changes to Hawaii's program affect both environmental outcomes and the costs borne by consumers, retailers, and beverage manufacturers operating in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Deposit amount adjustments – Any increase to deposit values raises consumer costs per beverage, potentially affecting lower-income households and beverage sales
  • Container scope expansion – Adding new beverage types (energy drinks, sports drinks, etc.) to the program creates compliance burdens for retailers and distributors
  • Redemption logistics – Changes to how/where containers are returned may create convenience issues for consumers or operational costs for retailers managing collection

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

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