Establishes a grant program for Hawaii chambers of commerce to foster business innovation and economic development.

The bill requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to create a grant program for chambers of commerce. Qualifying chambers can apply for grants up to $100,000 to support entrepreneur mentoring, workshops, and skill development. Applicants must serve at least 300 businesses and comply with anti-discrimination laws. Successful applicants must submit annual reports detailing fund usage. The department will adopt rules to administer the program, including an appeals process for denied requests.

Establishes a grant program for Hawaii chambers of commerce to foster business innovation and economic development.

The bill requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to create a grant program for chambers of commerce. Qualifying chambers can apply for grants up to $100,000 to support entrepreneur mentoring, workshops, and skill development. Applicants must serve at least 300 businesses and comply with anti-discrimination laws. Successful applicants must submit annual reports detailing fund usage. The department will adopt rules to administer the program, including an appeals process for denied requests.