SB 3049 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO TRADE-ORIENTED PRODUCTION CAPACITY GRANT PROGRAM.

Summary
Establishes the Trade-Oriented Production Capacity Grant Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to support one-time capital investments that expand the State's manufacturing and production capacity for trade. Provides grants for equipment, automation, and facility improvements that directly increase output, efficiency, and competitiveness for eligible businesses, with required private-sector matching funds. Prioritizes traded-sector businesses with interstate or international market potential to help generate measurable near-term trade and economic returns. Appropriates funds.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2026 Last action Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
The committee(s) on EDT has scheduled a public hearing on 02-10-26 1:02PM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference.
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Jan 30, 2026
Committee
Referred to EDT, WAM.
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Jan 28, 2026
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Introduced.
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Dru Kanuha
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