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Hawaii lawmakers pass bill raising state's hotel tax for visitors
A trip to Hawaii is about to get even more expensive for travelers in an attempt to preserve the islands' future. Hawaii ...
Paying more for paradise, Hawaii raises hotel tax due to climate change
Hawaii lawmakers approved a first-of-its-kind bill on Friday that increases the state’s lodging tax to fund environmental ...
Hawaii lawmakers approve first-of-its-kind climate tax on hotels, cruise ships
Hawaii lawmakers on Friday passed groundbreaking legislation that will raise lodging taxes across the state to fund environmental restoration and protect communities from the growing threats of ...
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Hawaii Legislature ends with tax on tourists to help mitigate climate change
By Kristen Consillio Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — Before the state legislature ended its session, lawmakers passed the first-of-its-kind “green fee” bill to protect ...
Hawaii lawmakers raise hotel tax to help the state cope with climate change
Hawaii lawmakers passed on Friday first-of-its-kind legislation that will increase the state’s lodging tax to raise money for ...
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Tourists to Pay Nearly 20% 'Lodging Tax' in Hawaii
Hawaii lawmakers have approved a new measure to raise the state's lodging tax, marking what experts say is the nation's first ...
Hawaii lawmakers raise the state hotel tax to help islands cope with climate change
Gov. Josh Green supports the bill, indicating he will sign it. The bill adds a 0.75% levy to the state's existing tax on ...
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The Cheapest U.S. Cities for a July 4th Getaway in 2025
This guide highlights the top U.S. cities where airfare and rental cars remain surprisingly affordable over July Fourth ...
Hawaii lawmakers pass legislation raising a tax on hotel rooms to generate funds to cope with climate change
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii lawmakers pass legislation raising a tax on hotel rooms to generate funds to cope with climate change. Copyright © 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material ...