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This bill expands existing tax and fee exemptions for disabled veterans in Hawaii by modifying several statutes to provide comprehensive relief from vehicle-related charges. Specifically, the bill allows disabled veterans who are Hawaii residents, have been honorably discharged from the U.S. armed forces, and have a 100% service-connected disability rating to be exempt from state and county vehicle registration fees, vehicle weight taxes, and highway beautification fees. The exemption is limited to one non-commercial vehicle owned by the qualifying veteran. The bill requires the director of the Office of Veterans' Services to submit an annual report to the legislature and department of taxation detailing the number of veterans receiving these exemptions. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and do not impact any rights, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the effective date. By providing these tax and fee exemptions, the bill aims to offer financial support to disabled veterans who have sustained significant service-related disabilities while serving in the United States military.

Military Affairs and Security, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=59&year=2026