Bill > SB122

This bill modifies Hawaii's existing laws regarding cabaret licenses by expanding the prohibition on issuing such licenses for premises located within apartment mixed use subprecincts of special districts and special improvement districts. Specifically, the bill amends Section 281-31 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to clarify that cabaret licenses cannot be issued for these specific types of locations. The bill maintains the existing definition of a cabaret license, which allows for the sale of liquor for on-premises consumption, requires food service and a dance floor, and permits live or amplified recorded music and professional entertainment (with some restrictions on unclothed performances). The legislation does not affect any rights, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date, and it will take effect immediately upon approval. This change appears to be part of a broader regulatory approach to managing entertainment venues in specific urban and mixed-use areas.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=122&year=2026