Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2891: RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2891 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX. Primary sponsor: Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to HHS, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Exempts from the general excise tax, the gross process or income from the sale of groceries purchased by persons 65 years old and older.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| 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 HHS, WAM.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.