HB2546

Relating To Tax Credit For Research Activities.

Chamber Passed·3/10/26

Increases the annual cap on Hawaii's research activities tax credit from $5,000,000 to $15,000,000 and removes the federal base-amount calculation.

This bill amends Hawaii's research activities tax credit to allow taxpayers to claim credits for all qualified research expenses without reduction for prior-year spending. It increases the annual statewide cap from $5,000,000 to $15,000,000 to meet demand and support economic growth. The bill aims to attract and retain technology companies, create high-paying jobs, and diversify Hawaii's economy. The changes will take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 12–0 · Mar 10
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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10
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

12 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

May 1

8:01 AM

Conference Committee Meeting

May 1

5:37 PM

Conference Committee Meeting

History

May 1

House

Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 11:30AM in Conference Room 411.

May 1

House

Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 4:31PM in Conference Room 411.

May 1

Senate

Conference committee meeting to reconvene on 05-01-26 5:37 PM; Conference Room 329.