they also should raise the standard deduction amount, which is so low compared to the federal amounts.  agree that raising the filing requirements for filing tax returns will save a lot of money for the taxpayers and the state (tax office).  if they want to counter the loss of revenue from income tax, they can raise the GET, which is better since tourists and transients also pay GET.  The state must also tax internet sales.  when I buy things from the internet, I am charged the Hawaii sales tax, but not sure if the seller files GET returns with the state and remit the taxes charged to the state.