HI HB1182

Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to establish preferential rates for purchasing renewable energy from facilities that pay workers prevailing wages as defined in Hawaii law

Requires public utilities to forward requests for preferential renewable energy rates to the PUC for approval when linked to prevailing wage compliance

Supports Hawaii's goal of achieving 100% renewable portfolio standard by 2045 while promoting job quality in clean energy industries

Appropriates unspecified funds from the PUC special fund for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to cover PUC costs in administering the preferential rate program

Effective date set to July 1, 3000 (placeholder date indicating further legislative action needed)