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Governor Green Releases Intent-to-Veto List; 19 Bills Face Potential Veto

HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today, June 6, 2025, announced his intent to veto 19 bills passed during the 2025 regular session of the Hawai‘i State Legislature. This list provides notice that these specific bills are under consideration for veto, line-item vetoes, or reductions before the final veto deadline of July 9.

Governor Green emphasized that this list does not mean all 19 bills will be vetoed, but clarifies which measures are still under review. He noted that due to a record number of bills this session, potential shifts in federal funding, and reduced revenue projections from the Council on Revenues, additional time is needed for thorough analysis. Of the 320 bills passed by the Legislature, 200 have already been signed into law, focusing on environmental stewardship, educational access, and public safety. The remaining 101 bills not on the veto list are expected to become law by July 9.

“Each bill on today’s list is based on thorough legal and fiscal analysis, and as always, was guided by what will best serve the people of Hawai‘i, protect our resources and strengthen our future,” said Governor Green.

The Governor’s office and various state departments, including the Attorney General, have reviewed over 300 bills in the past month.

Here are some of the key bills on the Intent-to-Veto list and the rationales provided by Governor Green’s office:

Fiscal Bills:

Non-Fiscal Bills:

The Governor has until July 9 to issue final vetoes.

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