Hawaii's governor signs new hotel tax legislation to help cope...

Hawaii's governor signs new hotel tax legislation to help cope with climate change

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Hawaii has enacted a new law increasing taxes on hotel stays and cruise ship bills to generate approximately $100 million annually for climate change mitigation. The funds will address issues like shoreline erosion, wildfire prevention, and native species protection. Governor Josh Green emphasized the necessity of such measures, especially after the devastating Maui wildfire.

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