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This bill establishes the Aerospace and Aeronautics Development Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. It appropriates funds to create a position within the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to assist the Corporation's aerospace coordinator. The purpose of the bill is to facilitate dialogue and coordination among Hawaii's public, private, and academic sectors, and to promote the growth and diversification of Hawaii's aerospace and aeronautics industries. The bill also outlines the director's powers and duties, including overseeing space-related activities, initiating discussions for private and international involvement, and leveraging the state's aerospace capabilities to enhance competitiveness in national and global aerospace markets.