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This bill clarifies and strengthens Hawaii's zero emissions clean economy target by adding comprehensive definitions and more specific emission reduction goals. The bill introduces detailed definitions for terms like "greenhouse gas," "carbon sink," and "emission leakage," and establishes clear sector-specific targets for reducing total greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, the bill sets ambitious reduction goals for stationary combustion and ground transportation sectors, aiming to reduce emissions by 90% below 2005 levels by 2045, with interim targets for 2030, 2035, and 2040. The legislation requires state agencies to consider the impact of their plans and decisions on achieving these emissions targets, mandates annual reporting on actions taken toward meeting these goals, and requires the Hawaii climate change mitigation commission to provide guidance and work with stakeholders to develop science-based targets across different economic sectors. The bill stems from Hawaii's commitment to the Paris Agreement and builds on previous climate change legislation, with the overarching purpose of positioning Hawaii as a leader in climate change mitigation and ensuring a sustainable, low-carbon economy for current and future generations.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1340&year=2026