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HI HCR191
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Amy Perruso
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AI Summary
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Urges the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism (DBEDT) to submit an annual Hawaii Genuine Progress Indicator (HI GPI) report to the Legislature no later than 30 days before each regular session, starting with the 2027 session.
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The HI GPI is a holistic metric developed by DBEDT that measures economic, social, and environmental well-being rather than relying solely on traditional measures like Gross Domestic Product.
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Annual reports should include an executive summary, indicator results and trends across economic, social, and environmental categories, methodology overview, policy implications section, and data appendix with detailed figures.
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DBEDT is urged to publish reports electronically on its website and transmit copies to House and Senate committee chairs with jurisdiction over economic development, budget, and environment.
Legislative Description
Urging The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Submit An Annual Hawaii Genuine Progress Indicator Report To The Legislature No Later Than Thirty Days Prior To The Convening Of Each Regular Session, Beginning With The Regular Session Of 2027.
Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism
Last Action
Referred to EDT.
4/10/2026