HB 2438: HAWAII CULTURAL TRUST; DBEDT; INCOME TAX CREDIT; SPECIAL LICENSE PLATE

Session Year: 2025-2026
House: House
Latest Version Date: 2026-03-06

Current Status:

In Progress

(2026-03-10: Passed Third Reading as amended in HD 3 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). Transmitted to Senate.)

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Establishes the Hawaii Cultural Trust within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Establishes an income tax credit for contributions made to both the Hawaii Cultural Trust and at least one qualified Hawaii cultural organization, under certain conditions. Establishes a special number plate for motor vehicles to support the Hawaii Cultural Trust. Applies the income tax credit to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3)

Discussed in Hearing