Bill > HR27

This resolution urges the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism (DBEDT) to create a three-year business plan and a strategic vision for the Hawaii Film Studio. The resolution acknowledges the significant growth of Hawaii's film and television industry, driven by tax incentives, which has created local jobs and a supportive business ecosystem. It highlights the Hawaii Film Studio, the state's only government-owned studio, as a crucial asset that has hosted major productions like "Hawaii Five-0" and "NCIS: Hawaii." To ensure the studio remains competitive and a vital part of the state's economy, DBEDT is asked to consider its long-term development and alignment with broader film industry goals, and to submit its plan and vision, along with any legislative proposals, to the Legislature by early 2027.