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This bill amends Act 205, which was originally intended to regulate charitable fundraising platforms, by reducing potential burdens on these platforms while maintaining public protection and transparency. The key provisions include extending the effective date of the original act to June 30, 2026, and modifying several regulatory requirements for charitable fundraising platforms and platform charities. Specifically, the bill introduces more flexible provisions for determining an organization's "good standing," allows for some leniency with administrative deficiencies, and provides a process for addressing minor compliance issues. The bill requires platforms to provide clear disclosures to donors about donations, including potential fees, tax deductibility, and the likelihood of funds reaching recipient organizations. Additionally, platforms must now obtain written consent from charitable organizations before using their names, maintain separate accounts for donations, and establish a complaint investigation process. The amendments aim to balance regulatory oversight with the practical needs of charitable fundraising, ensuring that emergency and urgent fundraising efforts are not unnecessarily hindered by overly restrictive administrative requirements.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1254&year=2025