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HI HB2174

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Alcos

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the December 31, 2027 sunset date for Act 163 (2023), which doubled the state Earned Income Tax Credit and increased the Food Excise Tax Credit and Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
  • Makes permanent the expanded tax credits that have been available for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022
  • Hawaii families have been able to claim nearly $42 million through the Food/Excise Tax Credit, though a 2021 analysis found more than $15 million in credits went unclaimed
  • Takes effect upon approval

Legislative Description

Relating To Taxation.

Income Tax Credit

Last Action

Referred to HSH, ECD, FIN, referral sheet 5

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Human Services & Homelessness1/30/2026

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