HI HB455

Appropriates general revenues to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to contract services for start-up business financing and support programs.

Excludes businesses eligible for the community-based economic development loan program under Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 210D from participating in this program.

Aims to address barriers to capital access for new entrepreneurs and small business start-ups in Hawaii by providing financing and support services.

Specific appropriation amount is blank in the bill text and requires legislative determination.

Takes effect on July 1, 3000 (note: effective date appears to contain a clerical error).