What's Being Discussed
The Small Business Regulatory Review Board (SBRRB) will meet on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the No. 1 Capitol District Building in Honolulu, with a virtual option available via Zoom. Key topics include:

Kauai water rates: Continuing review of a proposed rule change by the Kauai County Department of Water that would set new rates for water service on Kauai — the Board will consider its official statement on how this affects small businesses.
Hawaii Economic Working Group: Whether the Board should participate in a state-hosted group focused on growing Hawaii's economy.
Permitting reform (SPEED Task Force): An update on state efforts to simplify and speed up the permitting process for businesses across Hawaii.
Small business outreach: Updates on the Board's public communications efforts, including work with Becker Communications, presentations to industry groups, and staff outreach activities.

Decisions Expected

Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2026 meeting.
A formal vote on the Board's statement regarding the proposed Kauai water rate rule and its impact on small businesses.
A decision on whether the Board will join the Hawaii Economic Working Group.

Who Should Pay Attention

Small business owners on Kauai who may be affected by changes to water service rates.
Business owners statewide who deal with government permits and regulations.
Anyone interested in state efforts to reduce regulatory burdens on small businesses in Hawaii.