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HI HB2174
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Alcos
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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
Full Bill Text
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