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This bill requires gas utility companies in Hawaii to file a proposed renewable gas tariff with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) by August 31, 2025, which would allow customers to voluntarily purchase renewable gas (gas produced from non-petroleum sources) at a specific rate. The bill mandates that the PUC must approve or modify the proposed tariff within six months of filing, with the critical stipulation that the new tariff cannot increase rates for other customers and must be deemed just, reasonable, and in the public interest. The renewable gas tariff will be based on the eligible customer's net therm usage (the amount of gas used during a monthly billing cycle), and provides a framework for utilities to offer an environmentally conscious energy option that supports Hawaii's decarbonization goals and reduces dependence on imported petroleum. By establishing clear timelines and parameters for the tariff's development and approval, the legislation aims to expedite the integration of renewable gas options for consumers while ensuring regulatory oversight and protecting existing ratepayers from potential cost increases.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=342&year=2026