H.B. 2016 Summary

• Removes the three-year time limit from the small business assistance initiative established within the state procurement office, making it a permanent program instead of a temporary one.

• Eliminates the June 30, 2020 sunset date for Act 42, Session Laws of Hawaii 2017, allowing the small business assistance initiative to continue indefinitely.

• Retains the small business advisory group's responsibility to submit reports as required under the original legislation.

• Takes effect upon approval.