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The Cash Rebates Bill
Hawaii plans cash rebates for home water saving systems
Relating To Water Conservation.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would give you a tax break or a cash rebate if you install a system that recycles water or pulls water from the air for your home.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Hawaii is running low on water, so lawmakers want to help pay for new technology that saves it. If this passes, regular families and low-income homeowners will get thousands of dollars back for installing water-saving systems. It is a great deal for both your wallet and the environment.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Creates a tax credit paying up to $10,000 for regular homes and $12,500 for low-income homes that install water-saving systems.
- Sets up a cash rebate program paying up to $7,500 for regular homes and $10,000 for low-income homes.
- Offers even larger tax breaks and rebates for commercial businesses.
- Requires the state to adopt safety rules for how these systems are built and installed.
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