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AI Summary
This bill appropriates $300,000 to assist Hawaii's small businesses, especially in tourism, with technology enablement, including AI adoption.
Business Impact
If you operate a small business in Hawaii's tourism sector, you may access funding for AI tools starting July 1, 2026.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
Hawaii's HB2211 aims to bolster small businesses in the tourism sector by providing funding for technology enablement, including artificial intelligence. The bill recognizes the challenges faced by these businesses and seeks to enhance their competitiveness through advanced digital tools. The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation will oversee the funding and report on its impact.
Key Provisions
- Appropriates $300,000 for technology enablement for small businesses.
- Focuses on the tourism sector's adoption of AI and digital tools.
- HTDC to report on the status of assistance by twenty days before the 2027 session.
- Allows collaboration with state or county agencies for project implementation.
- Effective date is July 1, 2026.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to ECD/TOU, FIN, referral sheet 5
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Sean Quinlan D | Sponsor | HD-047 |
Compliance Checklist
Access funding for technology enablement
Who: Small businesses in Hawaii's tourism sector
Deadline: Starting July 1, 2026
Who: Small businesses in Hawaii's tourism sector
Deadline: Starting July 1, 2026
Submit a report on assistance provided
Who: Hawaii Technology Development Corporation
Deadline: Twenty days prior to the 2027 regular session
Who: Hawaii Technology Development Corporation
Deadline: Twenty days prior to the 2027 regular session
Full Legal Analysis
HB2211 appropriates $300,000 from the state's general revenues for the fiscal year 2026-2027 to support small businesses, particularly in the tourism sector, in adopting technology, including artificial intelligence. The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) is tasked with managing these funds and may collaborate with other state or county agencies for project implementation. A report on the status of assistance provided to small businesses must be submitted to the legislature by twenty days prior to the 2027 regular session. The bill emphasizes the importance of technology enablement for small businesses to remain competitive and resilient against economic challenges. The effective date for the bill is July 1, 2026, allowing time for planning and implementation of the funding.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View HB2211 on official legislature website →
Affected Industries
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