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This concurrent resolution requests the Department of Taxation to establish a Tax Amnesty Day, which would provide a one-time opportunity for businesses and individuals to voluntarily pay their outstanding taxes without incurring additional penalties or fines. The resolution highlights that the State relies on tax revenue for essential public services and that some taxpayers may have unpaid taxes due to financial hardships or administrative errors. Drawing from a previous successful Tax Fresh Start Program in 2009 that collected approximately $14.4 million, this resolution asks the Department of Taxation to develop guidelines for implementing the Tax Amnesty Day, conduct public outreach to inform taxpayers about the opportunity, and submit a report to the Legislature detailing the feasibility and potential impact of the program before the 2026 Regular Session. The ultimate goal is to increase tax compliance, reduce financial burdens on taxpayers, and generate additional revenue for government services. The resolution will be transmitted to the Director of Taxation for consideration.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HCR&billnumber=101&year=2025