Governor Green signed a new law prohibiting corporations and LLCs from spending money on political campaigns or ballot measures. The law takes effect July 1, 2027 and applies to all business entities organized under Hawaii law.
- Act 011 bans corporations, LLCs, and other business entities from spending on elections or ballot measures starting July 2027.
- The law applies to all entities organized under Hawaii law, including vacation rental management companies and property LLCs.
- Political action committees can no longer accept corporate money under the new restrictions.
- Attorney General and Commerce Department can impose penalties for violations of the spending ban.
- Individual property owners retain full rights to political participation as natural persons.
Source: Hawaii Free Press
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