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This bill amends the responsibilities of the Hawaii State Energy Office (HSEO) by adding a new provision that allows the office to adopt, through rulemaking, any federal regulations that existed as of January 1, 2025, related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, or clean transportation, if the HSEO determines that these regulations are in the public interest. The bill builds upon the existing duties of the HSEO, which include providing policy analysis for energy goals, leading energy efficiency efforts in public facilities, facilitating renewable energy projects, and engaging the private sector to achieve clean energy initiatives. The new provision expands the office's flexibility by enabling it to incorporate federal regulations that align with state energy objectives, potentially providing a more comprehensive approach to implementing energy policies. The bill will take effect upon its approval, allowing the HSEO to immediately begin evaluating and potentially adopting relevant federal regulations.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1014&year=2026