Hawaii HB2196 repeals the deposit beverage container program, transfers remaining funds to a solar panel and electric vehicle battery recycling fund.

Hawaii HB2196 repeals the deposit beverage container program, effective July 1, 2026. It provides a one-year window for redeeming empty containers for refunds. Remaining funds from the deposit program will transfer to a new solar panel and electric vehicle battery recycling fund. The Department of Health will establish rules for the new recycling program and submit proposed legislation for it by the 2027 regular session. The bill also mandates audits of the deposit program and the new recycling fund.

Hawaii HB2196 repeals the deposit beverage container program, transfers remaining funds to a solar panel and electric vehicle battery recycling fund.

Hawaii HB2196 repeals the deposit beverage container program, effective July 1, 2026. It provides a one-year window for redeeming empty containers for refunds. Remaining funds from the deposit program will transfer to a new solar panel and electric vehicle battery recycling fund. The Department of Health will establish rules for the new recycling program and submit proposed legislation for it by the 2027 regular session. The bill also mandates audits of the deposit program and the new recycling fund.