This year’s carbon pricing bill - HB2278, aka Carbon Cashback, was referred to the Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism (EET) committee on March 11 but has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Many have reached out to the EET Chair (Senator Wakai) to request a hearing and several have signed a joint letter to Senator Wakai and the committee with a plea to hold a hearing. It is critical that this bill is heard in EET by Monday, March 21.

Carbon Cashback is designed to efficiently reduce emissions while ensuring that low-moderate income residents are economically protected from expected price increases. It represents a significant climate policy for Hawaii. We’re hopeful that this measure will proceed.

To learn more about Carbon Cashback and what you can do to help, visit Carbon Pricing in Hawaii.