SB1528 increases the cigarette tax and reallocates the revenue to various health funds.
SB1528 increases the cigarette tax from 16 cents to 18 cents per cigarette. The additional revenue will be allocated to several health-related funds, including the Hawaii Cancer Research Special Fund, the Trauma System Special Fund, the Community Health Centers Special Fund, and the Emergency Medical Services Special Fund. The bill aims to ensure continued funding for critical health services and research in Hawaii, particularly in light of declining cigarette tax revenues due to reduced smoking rates. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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