HI HB1453

Imposes a $20 per guest tax on transient accommodations in Hawaii beginning July 1, 2017, in addition to existing transient accommodations taxes.

Tax applies once per guest within any 180-day period and is expected to generate over $100,000,000 annually based on 2015 visitor data.

Increases allocation to the special land and development fund from $3,000,000 to $103,000,000 annually for protection, preservation, and maintenance of natural resources including beaches.

Revenue generated by the new $20 tax is designated to fund conservation and education efforts to protect Hawaii's lands and natural resources for future generations.