Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1499: RELATING TO RENEWABLE PORTFOLIO STANDARDS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1499 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO RENEWABLE PORTFOLIO STANDARDS. Primary sponsor: Glenn Wakai (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Repeals the Public Utilities Commission's authority to penalize electric utility companies that fail to meet the renewable portfolio standards.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Wakai | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to EIG, CPN.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.