Establishes a $1 surcharge on primary sales of performing arts tickets in Hawaii to fund the performing arts grants special fund.
The bill introduces a $1 surcharge on primary sales of performing arts tickets in Hawaii, to be collected by primary venue ticket providers. This surcharge applies to live, in-person events marketed for commercial entertainment, excluding certain events by students, low-priced tickets, and nonprofit organizations focused on arts education for minors. The surcharge proceeds will be deposited into the performing arts grants special fund to support performing arts in the state, expand access to arts education for youth, and bolster Hawaii's performing arts community.
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