· HI legislature · 2026

RELATING TO TAXATION.

Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes a yearly reduction in the general excise tax rate on groceries and nonprescription drugs on a tiered schedule until 1/1/2034, when a full general excise tax exemption applies. Beginning 1/1/2027, prohibits the counties from imposing a county surcharge on groceries and nonprescription…

Sponsor

Ikaika Hussey (D-HI)

Introduced

2026-02-18

Policy area

Taxation

Latest action

Prefiled.