Bill > HB606

This bill appropriates $50 million in state general revenues to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) for two specific purposes in fiscal year 2025-2026. Specifically, $25 million is allocated for lump sum repair and maintenance, and another $25 million is designated for mercantile projects, which are commercial establishments like theaters, markets, or stores owned by Native Hawaiians. The bill's purpose is to support economic development within Hawaiian homelands by providing funding that can help Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs create businesses and boost local economies. The funding is authorized under section 207 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920, which allows the DHHL to grant licenses for mercantile establishments and other public improvements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 3000, though this is likely a typographical error and probably meant to be July 1, 2025.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=606&year=2026