Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR164

Introduced
3/8/24  
Refer
3/14/24  
Introduced
3/8/24  
Report Pass
3/28/24  
Refer
3/14/24  
Report Pass
3/28/24  
Report Pass
4/4/24  
Refer
3/28/24  
Report Pass
4/4/24  

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Collaborate With Universities In The State To Convene The Hawaii Creative Innovation Group.

Impact

If passed, HR164 is poised to facilitate significant advancements in Hawaii's creative economy by fostering collaboration between educational institutions and industry leaders. The Innovation Group is expected to identify pathways from educational programs in middle and high schools to career opportunities in the creative sectors. This proactive approach not only champions local cultural expressions but also intends to offer resources and support for entrepreneurs in the fashion and music industries, thus potentially transforming the economic landscape of Hawaii.

Summary

House Resolution 164 (HR164) aims to promote the creative industries within the State of Hawaii by establishing the Hawaii Creative Innovation Group. This initiative is a collaboration between the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and various universities within the state. The goal of this group is to enhance the opportunities and infrastructures for sectors such as fashion and music, which are seen as central to the state's economic growth and cultural identity. The bill acknowledges the intrinsic value of local creative talent, including designers, artists, and musicians, and seeks to enrich their contributions to both the economy and tourism.

Contention

Key points of contention related to HR164 may revolve around the allocation of resources and the balance between state support and local autonomy. While proponents argue that establishing this framework will enhance creative industries and generate jobs, some may express concerns over whether state intervention effectively meets the specific needs of local creatives. Moreover, the emphasis on collaboration might raise questions about how inclusively public-private partnerships will operate and who will benefit from the proposed infrastructure and financial incentives.

Companion Bills

HI HCR184

Same As Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Collaborate With Universities In The State To Convene The Hawaii Creative Innovation Group.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR184

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Collaborate With Universities In The State To Convene The Hawaii Creative Innovation Group.

HI SCR172

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Collaborate With Universities In The State To Convene The Hawaii Creative Innovation Group.

HI SR148

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Collaborate With Universities In The State To Convene The Hawaii Creative Innovation Group.

HI SCR121

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Convene A Tourism And Gaming Working Group.

HI HCR192

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Establish A Native Hawaiian Economic Development Working Group.

HI SCR126

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism And The Department Of Labor And Industrial Relations To Co-convene A Working Group To Develop A Comprehensive Plan For Workforce Development With A Focus On The Priority Economic Clusters Established By The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism, To Meet The Needs Of The State's New Economy.

HI HR181

Requesting The Department Of Transportation, In Collaboration With The Departments Of Land And Natural Resources And Business, Economic Development, And Tourism, To Convene A Working Group To Examine The Impact Of Sustainable Transportation Solutions In The State, Including Ground-effect Vehicles And Other Innovative Technologies.

HI SCR185

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Support The Creation Of The Hawaii Innovation Alliance That Was Recommended By The Dual Use Report And To Support The Other Recommendations Within The Report To Grow The State's Innovation Sector.

HI SR159

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Support The Creation Of The Hawaii Innovation Alliance That Was Recommended By The Dual Use Report And To Support The Other Recommendations Within The Report To Grow The State's Innovation Sector.

HI SCR120

Requesting The Department Of Labor And Industrial Relations, In Collaboration With The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism And University Of Hawaii, To Collect Data Relating To The Development Of An Information Technology Workforce In Hawaii, Evaluate The Collected Data, And Develop A Strategy To Provide Better Information Technology Training.

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