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HB 1299

RELATING TO THE WORKS OF ART SPECIAL FUND.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kyle Yamashita

HB 1299 modifies Hawaii's Works of Art Special Fund, though specific provisions require access to full bill text for detailed impact assessment.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1299

Legislative bill overview

HB 1299 relates to Hawaii's Works of Art Special Fund, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill was introduced by Representative Kyle Yamashita and has progressed through initial readings before being referred to the Committee on Arts and Culture (CAA) and the Finance Committee (FIN) for further consideration.

Why is this important

Special funds dedicated to arts and culture can significantly influence how Hawaii supports artists, cultural preservation, and public art initiatives. Changes to funding mechanisms, appropriations, or governance of such funds directly affect the state's ability to invest in creative industries and cultural heritage, which have broader economic and community development implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation: Whether the bill increases, decreases, or redirects funding to the special fund and how those resources are prioritized
  • Governance and oversight: Questions about who controls the fund, how decisions are made, and accountability mechanisms for how money is spent
  • Eligibility and scope: Disputes over what qualifies as "works of art" and which artists, organizations, or projects are eligible to benefit from the fund

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

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