Establishes a matching grant program for sustainable tourism infrastructure in Hawaii.
The bill establishes a competitive, performance-based sustainable tourism infrastructure matching grant program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. The program aims to support one-time capital investments in visitor industry facilities that advance sustainability and climate resilience. Eligible applicants include hotels, cruise ship operators, and port facilities. Grant funds must be matched by private contributions and used for specific sustainability projects. The program requires annual reporting on its effectiveness and outcomes.
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