Legislative record

HB 1945STATE · HawaiiIntroduced

RELATING TO GAMING.

Beginning 8/1/2027, authorizes gaming on cruise ships while a cruise ship is traveling within any state waters or for specified times while docked at a state harbor. Imposes a twenty per cent wagering tax on the adjusted gross receipts derived from gaming on cruise ships. Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to report to the Legislature.

Voted 2/11/2026View source

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Docket history

Action history

  1. 2/11/2026The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
  2. 2/6/2026Bill scheduled to be heard by ECD on Wednesday, 02-11-26 8:30AM in House conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
  3. 1/28/2026Referred to ECD, CPC/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3
  4. 1/26/2026Introduced and Pass First Reading.
  5. 1/23/2026Pending introduction.