Bill > HB2589

This bill establishes a three-year surcharge on the liquor tax in Hawaii. The surcharge will be based on the amount of liquor consumed, with a 10-cent surcharge per 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits, 5 ounces of wine, and 12 ounces of beer. The proceeds from the surcharge will be deposited into the state's general fund. The bill aims to address the public health and economic costs associated with excessive alcohol use in Hawaii, which contributes to hundreds of deaths and significant costs to the state government each year.