From the article "Rosenlee said he’s concerned that the increased threshold will let nonresidents buying up million-dollar luxury condominiums off the hook."

Troubling to me is the steal from the rich to give to the poor mentality. People that have worked thier whole lives and made good decisions should not be penalized for owning a residence in Hawaii.  Additionally troubling is the mantra that many people in Hawaii have that everyone except themselves should pay for govt services, i.e. Non resident property owners, tourists, etc. At the end of the day, yes people want second homes in Hawaii....it is a destination after all, but if those properties are not being used as true investment properties (vacation rentals) than why should they be penalized.

The state and counties should be going after tax cheats who are not paying the requisite taxes on rental income and in other areas.