GET surcharge still in play - kalakoa - 04-26-2018
http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2018/04/26/hawaii-news/state-legislators-give-kim-more-time-to-gain-councils-support-for-get-increase/
Besides the deadline extension, latest HB2587 generously allows "not more than 2%" of revenue to be spent on "any roadway used by the general public".
Surcharge estimated at $50M; State keeps 10% as a "handling fee", so that 2% is about $900K. Note that the amendment says "any roadway" -- which would include "public roadways or highways" as stipulated in the amendment to HRS 46-16.8(f)(1).
Poindexter asks "do we have enough time" -- perhaps the Council will tie this up in procedural issues. Might get someone re-elected...
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