Hawaii SB817 mandates the establishment of an out--of-state office in the Philippines by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and.

Hawaii SB817 aims to strengthen economic ties between Hawaii and the Philippines by requiring the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish an out-of-state office in the Philippines. The bill authorizes this action under Hawaii Revised Statutes section 201-81. It appropriates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support this initiative. The legislation highlights the significant economic and cultural roles Filipinos play in Hawaii, emphasizing the potential for expanded trade cooperation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Hawaii SB817 mandates the establishment of an out--of-state office in the Philippines by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and.

Hawaii SB817 aims to strengthen economic ties between Hawaii and the Philippines by requiring the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to establish an out-of-state office in the Philippines. The bill authorizes this action under Hawaii Revised Statutes section 201-81. It appropriates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support this initiative. The legislation highlights the significant economic and cultural roles Filipinos play in Hawaii, emphasizing the potential for expanded trade cooperation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.