HI SB179

Removes the exemption for dietary supplements from Hawaii's deposit beverage container program under section 342G-101, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Expands the definition of "deposit beverage" to include energy and dietary supplement drinks sold in recyclable containers (plastic, aluminum, or glass).

Eliminates the previous exclusion for liquids "designed and consumed only as a dietary supplement and not as a beverage" as defined under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994.

Maintains existing exemptions for syrups, concentrated forms, drugs, medical food, infant formula, frozen products, instant powders, broths, and dairy products.

Effective date: July 1, 2050.