Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR168 Compare Versions

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1	1	HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. NO. 168 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII HOUSE RESOLUTION urgING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT LEGISLATION to exempt RESIDENTS OF HAWAII from the FEDERAL INCOME TAX.
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3	3	HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. NO. 168
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29	29	HOUSE RESOLUTION
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35	35	urgING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT LEGISLATION to exempt RESIDENTS OF HAWAII from the FEDERAL INCOME TAX.
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43	43	WHEREAS, the State of Hawaii is geographically isolated from the continental United States, creating unique economic challenges for its residents, including a high cost of living, limited employment opportunities, and reliance on imported goods; and WHEREAS, Hawaii consistently ranks among the states having the highest cost of living, with residents facing substantial housing, food, and transportation expenses that significantly exceed national averages; and WHEREAS, the federal income tax places an additional financial burden on Hawaii residents, exacerbating the economic disparities faced by the State's working families, retirees, and small businesses; and WHEREAS, Alaska and other jurisdictions have received unique federal tax considerations due to their geographic and economic circumstances, setting a precedent for Hawaii to seek similar relief; and WHEREAS, granting an exemption from federal income tax for residents of Hawaii would alleviate economic hardship, promote financial stability, and foster local economic growth; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that the United States Congress is respectfully urged to enact legislation to exempt residents of Hawaii from the federal income tax; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Hawaii's congressional delegation is urged to introduce and support federal legislation that provides tax relief specifically for Hawaii residents; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the President pro Tempore, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of the United States Senate; the Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives; and each member of Hawaii's congressional delegation. OFFERED BY: _____________________________
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45	45	WHEREAS, the State of Hawaii is geographically isolated from the continental United States, creating unique economic challenges for its residents, including a high cost of living, limited employment opportunities, and reliance on imported goods; and
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49	49	WHEREAS, Hawaii consistently ranks among the states having the highest cost of living, with residents facing substantial housing, food, and transportation expenses that significantly exceed national averages; and
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53	53	WHEREAS, the federal income tax places an additional financial burden on Hawaii residents, exacerbating the economic disparities faced by the State's working families, retirees, and small businesses; and
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57	57	WHEREAS, Alaska and other jurisdictions have received unique federal tax considerations due to their geographic and economic circumstances, setting a precedent for Hawaii to seek similar relief; and
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61	61	WHEREAS, granting an exemption from federal income tax for residents of Hawaii would alleviate economic hardship, promote financial stability, and foster local economic growth; now, therefore,
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65	65	BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that the United States Congress is respectfully urged to enact legislation to exempt residents of Hawaii from the federal income tax; and
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69	69	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Hawaii's congressional delegation is urged to introduce and support federal legislation that provides tax relief specifically for Hawaii residents; and
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73	73	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the President pro Tempore, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of the United States Senate; the Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives; and each member of Hawaii's congressional delegation.
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81	81	OFFERED BY: _____________________________
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97	97	Report Title: United States Congress; Hawaii Residents; Federal Income Tax; Exemption
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