DallasBiff wrote: “Hawaii is one of the most democrat states, no surprise they would impose an extra tax, for visitors.”
Taxes on transients are very popular with politicians. Transients and other visitors can be taxed but cannot vote.
Take for example, diesel fuel.
Ever wonder why it’s more expensive than gasoline? Simple, most diesel fuels are purchased by interstate truckers. Taxed but no votes.
Of course, some states have two types of diesel, one for highway use and one for off road, farm use. Farmers vote. Truckers don’t. The only difference in the types is a color additive included in the off road diesel.
The funniest thing about Hawaii, is that they actually have “Interstate” Highways there.