What's Being Discussed

UHERO Draft Report Review: The Commission will go over a draft report prepared by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization (UHERO) and put together feedback to share with the researchers. This report is part of the Commission's broader work studying Hawaiʻi's tax system.
Final Report Planning: The Commission will begin working on their own final report to the Legislature, which is due December 21, 2026. This meeting will focus on how to develop and write that report.
Public Comments: Residents can raise topics not on the agenda, though those comments will be placed on a future meeting's agenda rather than addressed immediately.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting held on September 29, 2026.
The Commission will develop and agree on formal feedback to provide to UHERO regarding their draft report.

Who Should Pay Attention

Hawaiʻi residents and taxpayers — the Commission's final report will make recommendations to the Legislature that could influence state tax policy.
Businesses operating in Hawaiʻi — tax policy changes recommended by the Commission could affect business taxes and fees.
Researchers and economists — particularly those following UHERO's work on Hawaiʻi's economy and tax structure.

This meeting is held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. A physical access terminal is available at 830 Punchbowl Street, Room 223, Honolulu. Testimony can be submitted by email to tax.research@hawaii.gov.