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HRS §196-86

Implementation

This law sets dates when certain new products must meet Hawaii's efficiency standards before being sold, leased, rented, or installed for pay. It covers two groups of products with different start dates, and a later rule for paid installations.

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The statute, as written — Implementation

(a) On or after January 1, 2021, no new computer or computer monitor, faucet, high color rendering index fluorescent lamp, showerhead, or spray sprinkler body shall be sold or offered for sale, lease, or rent in the State unless the efficiency of the new product meets or exceeds the efficiency standards provided in section 196-85. (b) On or after January 1, 2025, no new portable electric spa, residential ventilating fan, toilet, urinal, or water cooler that is manufactured on or after January 1, 2025, shall be sold or offered for sale, lease, or rent in the State unless the efficiency of the new product meets or exceeds the minimum efficiency standards provided in section 196-85. (c) One year after the date upon which the sale or offering for sale of certain products becomes subject to the requirements of subsections (a) and (b), these products shall not be installed for compensation in the State unless the efficiency of the new product meets or exceeds the minimum efficiency standards provided in section 196-85.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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