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This bill modifies the existing Hawaii state law regarding liquor license applications by exempting nonprofit organizations in counties with a population of less than 500,000 from the fingerprinting requirement. Currently, when applying for a liquor license, applicants must undergo a criminal history record check and provide personal identifying information. The bill specifically states that in smaller counties, officers, directors, or board members of nonprofit organizations will not be required to be fingerprinted as part of the liquor license application process. The bill maintains other aspects of the criminal history disclosure, such as requiring applicants to disclose any convictions that might indicate unsuitability for obtaining a liquor license. The law allows liquor commissions to verify the criminal history disclosure through Hawaii's criminal justice data center. The bill will take effect immediately upon approval by the appropriate legislative authority.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=100&year=2025