Establishes an occupational licensing task force to review and recommend reforms to occupational licensing requirements in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an occupational licensing task force to investigate current licensing requirements in Hawaii. The task force will identify licenses that may be unnecessary, can be replaced with alternative measures, and propose legislation to increase consumer choice and reduce regulation. The task force will submit preliminary findings in 2027 and final recommendations in 2028. The task force will be supported by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and will include representatives from various state departments, the business community, and legislative committees.

Establishes an occupational licensing task force to review and recommend reforms to occupational licensing requirements in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an occupational licensing task force to investigate current licensing requirements in Hawaii. The task force will identify licenses that may be unnecessary, can be replaced with alternative measures, and propose legislation to increase consumer choice and reduce regulation. The task force will submit preliminary findings in 2027 and final recommendations in 2028. The task force will be supported by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and will include representatives from various state departments, the business community, and legislative committees.