Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2331: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2331 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 26, 2026): Referred to EIG/AEN, CPN.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a lifecycle greenhouse gas emission intensity standard that an energy source must meet to be considered a renewable energy source. Excludes trees and woody products of trees from the definition of "renewable energy".
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to EIG/AEN, CPN.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.