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Hawaii's New Lodging Tax Aims to Protect Environment

5/7/2025

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Hawaii lawmakers have approved a new 0.75% lodging tax, set to take effect on January 1, 2026, to raise nearly $100 million each year for vital environmental protection and climate resilience projects. Governor Josh Green champions this initiative, highlighting its crucial role in safeguarding Hawaii's natural beauty as tourism continues to surge.

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Hawaii lawmakers have approved a new 0.75% lodging tax, set to take effect on January 1, 2026, to raise nearly $100 million each year for vital environmental protection and climate resilience projects. Governor Josh Green champions this initiative, highlighting its crucial role in safeguarding Hawaii's natural beauty as tourism continues to surge.