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HB 2267

RELATING TO THE HAWAII FILM AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL FUND.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

HB 2267 modifies Hawaii's Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund to adjust financing mechanisms for supporting local creative sector growth and production activity.

The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Bill Summary · HB 2267

Legislative bill overview

HB 2267 proposes modifications to Hawaii's Film and Creative Industries Development Special Fund, a dedicated revenue source designed to support the state's film and creative sector. The bill has been referred to the Economic Development and Finance committees for review, though the Economic Development Committee recommended deferral in early February 2026.

Why is this important

Hawaii's film industry generates significant economic activity and employment, making the management of dedicated funding mechanisms important for the state's economic diversification strategy. How this special fund is structured and allocated directly affects the competitiveness of Hawaii as a filming destination and the viability of local creative businesses.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund allocation mechanisms – Disagreement may exist over how money should be distributed between different creative sectors (film, television, digital media, etc.) versus geographic regions within Hawaii
  • Eligibility and incentive structure – Questions about which productions or companies qualify for support, whether incentives should favor local productions, and potential cost-benefit analysis of public funding
  • Fiscal sustainability – Concerns about the fund's revenue sources, whether current funding levels are adequate, and long-term budgetary implications for the state

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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