HI HB1346

Requires all new televisions manufactured after June 30, 2012, with a viewable screen area of 1,400 square inches or less to meet ENERGY STAR efficiency specifications before being sold or installed in Hawaii.

Applies to televisions sold as stand-alone products or as components of other products, including combination televisions, television monitors, and component televisions, but excludes computer monitors and televisions designed for motor vehicle installation.

Does not apply to televisions manufactured in Hawaii and sold outside the State, or to televisions manufactured outside Hawaii for wholesale distribution and final retail sale outside the State.

Establishes definitions for television types (combination, component, television monitor) and "viewable screen area" to clarify which products are subject to the energy efficiency standards.

Takes effect upon approval and is part of Hawaii's effort to reduce residential energy consumption and support the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative program established by Act 73, Session Laws of Hawaii 2010.