Hawaii climate cruise ship tax temporarily halted, but hotel levies go ahead
The levies aim to boost funds for protecting Hawaii’s nature and environment.
A federal appeals court ruling on New Year’s Eve blocked Hawaii from enforcing a climate change tourist tax on cruise ship passengers, a levy that was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.
Cruise Lines International Association challenged the fee in a lawsuit, arguing that the new law violates the US Constitution by taxing cruise ships for entering Hawaii ports.
They also argued it would make cruises more expensive.
Hawaii climate cruise ship tax temporarily halted, but hotel levies go ahead
