News and Announcements

Tax Information Release 2024-02
Act 76, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, Relating to Rent Collection Agreements and Proposed Temporary Administrative Rules
The purpose of this Tax Information Release (TIR) is to provide guidance on the filing requirements for third-party rent collectors, consequences for noncompliance under Act 76, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024 (“Act 76”), and notice of related proposed temporary administrative rules.

Tax Information Release 2024-03
Application of General Excise Tax to Discounted Sales Receipts
This Tax Information Release (TIR) provides guidance on the assessment of the general excise tax (GET) on discounted sales. This TIR responds to multiple inquiries as to whether a seller is subject to GET on the full price of a discounted item and, if so, whether that seller may “pass on” GET owed on the full price to a customer who pays a discounted price.

News Releases

Hawaiʻi Department of Taxation Enhances Security and User Experience with Upgraded Tax System
HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi Department of Taxation (DOTAX) recently released its newly upgraded tax system that enhances performance, security and user experience.

Tax Announcements

Tax Announcement 2024-04
Tax Law Changes from the 2024 Regular Legislative Session
This Announcement summarizes the measures passed during the Regular Legislative Session of 2024 that amend or affect State tax laws.

2024 Tax Workshop

The Department of Taxation’s 2024 Tax Workshop Registration is now open. Please see attached flyer for more information and the link to register.