Bill > HB263

This bill creates a new exemption in Hawaii's vehicle weight tax law that allows one non-commercial motor vehicle registered to a full-time college student to be exempt from paying the standard vehicle weight tax. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to Chapter 249 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which governs vehicle taxation, providing relief for students who own a personal vehicle. The exemption applies to only one vehicle per full-time student, and the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025. By offering this tax exemption, the legislation aims to reduce the financial burden on college students who need a personal vehicle for transportation while pursuing their education, potentially making it more affordable for students to own and maintain a car during their academic years.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=263&year=2026