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The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission regulates electricity, gas, telecommunications, private water/wastewater, water carriers, and motor carriers. Learn more about us and read our Inclinations on the Future of Energy in Hawaii (PDF, 453 KB) to see what we’re doing to support the state’s transition to a 100% renewable energy future.

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What’s New / Announcements

PUC Publishes Latest Edition of PUC Connection Newsletter

May 20, 2026 – The Public Utilities Commission released its second edition of PUC Connection, its e-newsletter. This issue includes a message from newly confirmed Chair Jon Itomura and updates on key PUC actions, including wildfire liability rulemaking, energy sector updates, and consumer resources.

Read the current edition, and we encourage you to subscribe to receive future editions in your email.

Hawaii One Call Center Promotes Safe Digging Through Statewide Seminars

May 19, 2026 – This May, the Public Utilities Commission’s Hawaii One Call Center (HOCC) also known as the “811 call before you dig program” wrapped up its Spring 2026 HOCC Seminar series, with trainings held statewide on Maui, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Oʻahu for industry professionals.

PUC Initiates Engagement Process for Liability Cap Rulemaking Under Act 258

May 15, 2026 – The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is initiating an engagement process to help inform the development of administrative rules required under Act 258, which directs the commission to establish a liability cap framework for economic damages resulting from catastrophic wildfires.

The Commission will host an optional informational webinar on Friday, May 22, 2026 from 9:15 – 10:30 a.m. via Zoom to provide community members and stakeholders with an overview of the rulemaking process, key concepts related to the liability cap framework, participation guidance, and an opportunity to better understand the engagement and submission process. Community members and stakeholders are encouraged to provide written input by June 15, 2026.

HI-HEAP Bill Falls Short This Legislative Session

May 14, 2026 – The Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission’s (PUC) proposal to establish the Hawaiʻi Home Energy Assistance Program (HI-HEAP) did not advance during the 2026 Legislative Session.

PUC Approves Extensions of Electric Bus and EV Charging Pilot Programs

April 23, 2026 – The Public Utilities Commission approved Hawaiian Electric’s requests to extend its Charge Up eBus Pilot and EV-J and EV-P Tariffs Pilot, with modifications, to support continued progress in transportation electrification and grid efficiency.

New Motor Carrier Applications

Notice to Interested Persons May 15, 2026 – Motor Carrier Applications

May 15, 2026 – NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO interested persons that the applications listed (5/15/2026) have been filed with the HAWAII PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION.

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