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HR 27

URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM TO ESTABLISH A THREE-YEAR BUSINESS PLAN AND A STRATEGIC VISION FOR THE HAWAII FILM STUDIO.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Gedeon

Hawaii legislature urges the state film studio's department to create a three-year business plan and strategic vision to guide the facility's future operations and growth.

Reported from ECD (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1654-26), recommending adoption.
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Bill Summary · HR 27

Legislative bill overview

HR 27 is a non-binding resolution urging Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism (DBEDT) to develop a three-year business plan and strategic vision for the Hawaii Film Studio. The resolution passed unanimously in the Economic and Community Development committee and was adopted in final form on April 1, 2026.

Why is this important

Hawaii's film industry generates significant economic activity and employment, but the state-operated film studio requires clear strategic direction to remain competitive and maximize returns on public investment. A formal business plan would establish measurable goals, financial projections, and operational priorities that could guide the facility's development and attract private sector partnerships.

Potential points of contention

  • Non-binding nature: As a resolution, this carries no legal force—DBEDT could ignore the directive without consequences
  • Resource allocation: Developing a comprehensive business plan requires staff time and potential consultant fees, which may be viewed as wasteful during budget constraints
  • Competing priorities: The strategic vision may conflict with other state economic development goals or impose operational constraints on studio management

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

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