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HI SB635

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Karl Rhoads

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all state agencies to expeditiously transition to energy efficient lighting, including replacing existing fluorescent fixtures and bulbs

  • Directs the Hawaii State Energy Office to provide technical assistance to state agencies, with priority given to first responder facilities

  • Mandates the Hawaii State Energy Office, with assistance from the Department of Accounting and General Services, to survey all state agencies for compliance with this Act and Act 225 (2023 fluorescent lamp ban) by November 1, 2025

  • Requires submission of a survey report with recommendations and proposed legislation to the legislature no later than 20 days before the 2026 regular session

  • Takes effect January 1, 2491 (appears to be a placeholder date)

Legislative Description

Relating To Energy Efficiency.

DAGS

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/13/2025
Government Operations1/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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