HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.C.R. NO. 156 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION requesting the hawaii technology development corporation to increase its focus on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity to build a stronger, diversified economy, create high-wage job opportunities, and position hawaii as a leader in innovation and national security in the pacific.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.C.R. NO. 156
THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025
STATE OF HAWAII
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
H.C.R. NO.
156
THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025
STATE OF HAWAII
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION
requesting the hawaii technology development corporation to increase its focus on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity to build a stronger, diversified economy, create high-wage job opportunities, and position hawaii as a leader in innovation and national security in the pacific.
WHEREAS, advanced manufacturing refers to the incorporation of various innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence, 3D printing, and robotics, in the manufacturing process; and WHEREAS, advanced manufacturing can enhance efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and help promote sustainable production practices; and WHEREAS, increasing local manufacturing will lead to a reduction in the State's reliance on imports and help products get to consumers faster; and WHEREAS, cybersecurity is the practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use and ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information; and WHEREAS, with a large military presence in Hawaii, the State has the opportunity to collaborate with the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies on cybersecurity initiatives to help protect local businesses; and WHEREAS, the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation supports small- and medium-sized manufacturers through an array of programs and services; and WHEREAS, the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is a vital resource for local manufacturers, providing them with the information and resources they need to improve productivity and infuse innovation into production processes and new products; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the Senate concurring, that the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is requested to increase its focus on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity to build a stronger, diversified economy, create high-wage job opportunities, and position Hawaii as a leader in innovation and national security in the Pacific; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is requested to identify manufacturing programs, funding opportunities, and other resources to help local manufacturers develop innovative technologies and prepare the workforce for advanced manufacturing opportunities with the goal of lowering Hawaii's cost of living, increasing self-sufficiency, and ensuring long-term economic sustainability; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Executive Director of the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. OFFERED BY: _____________________________
WHEREAS, advanced manufacturing refers to the incorporation of various innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence, 3D printing, and robotics, in the manufacturing process; and
WHEREAS, advanced manufacturing can enhance efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and help promote sustainable production practices; and
WHEREAS, increasing local manufacturing will lead to a reduction in the State's reliance on imports and help products get to consumers faster; and
WHEREAS, cybersecurity is the practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use and ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information; and
WHEREAS, with a large military presence in Hawaii, the State has the opportunity to collaborate with the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies on cybersecurity initiatives to help protect local businesses; and
WHEREAS, the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation supports small- and medium-sized manufacturers through an array of programs and services; and
WHEREAS, the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is a vital resource for local manufacturers, providing them with the information and resources they need to improve productivity and infuse innovation into production processes and new products; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the Senate concurring, that the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is requested to increase its focus on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity to build a stronger, diversified economy, create high-wage job opportunities, and position Hawaii as a leader in innovation and national security in the Pacific; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation is requested to identify manufacturing programs, funding opportunities, and other resources to help local manufacturers develop innovative technologies and prepare the workforce for advanced manufacturing opportunities with the goal of lowering Hawaii's cost of living, increasing self-sufficiency, and ensuring long-term economic sustainability; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Executive Director of the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation.
OFFERED BY: _____________________________
OFFERED BY:
_____________________________
Report Title: Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Advanced Manufacturing; Cybersecurity
Report Title:
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation; Advanced Manufacturing; Cybersecurity