Bill > SB1311

This bill revises Hawaii's regulations for charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities by establishing more comprehensive registration, reporting, and operational requirements. The bill requires charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities to register with the state department, pay an annual fee of $250, and file detailed reports about their fundraising activities. These reports must provide transparency about donations, including the number of donations, amounts raised, distribution timelines, and fees charged, while protecting donors' personal information. The bill mandates that these platforms provide clear disclosures to potential donors before a donation is completed, such as explaining potential reasons a donation might not reach a recipient organization, the expected timeline for fund distribution, any fees that will be deducted, and the tax deductibility of the donation. Additionally, platforms must obtain written consent from charitable organizations before using their names in solicitations, provide tax donation receipts to donors, keep donated funds in separate accounts, and ensure that donations are promptly and accurately distributed to intended recipient organizations. The legislation aims to increase transparency, prevent potential fraud, and protect donors by establishing clearer guidelines for online charitable fundraising platforms and their interactions with charitable organizations.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1311&year=2026