Bill Text: HI HB2090 | 2012 | Regular Session | Introduced

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Bill Title: Native Hawaiian Businesses Procurement Bid Incentive

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 17-0)

Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2012-02-08 - (H) The committee(s) on HAW recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. [HB2090 Detail]

Download: Hawaii-2012-HB2090-Introduced.html

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES	H.B. NO.	2090
TWENTY-SIXTH LEGISLATURE, 2012
STATE OF HAWAII

A BILL FOR AN ACT

 

 

relating to Native Hawaiian businesses.

 

 

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

 

Part I.

     SECTION 1.  Chapter 103D, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§103D-     Native Hawaiian businesses; preference.  (a)  In any expenditure of public funds for services to be provided by business, a five per cent bid preference shall be given to native Hawaiian businesses that are certified by the office of Hawaiian affairs.

     (b)  The office of Hawaiian affairs shall establish criteria to qualify for the preference established pursuant to this section and annually certify such businesses; provided that the criteria shall not allow certification of businesses that are less than      per cent owned by native Hawaiians or Hawaiians.  The office of Hawaiian affairs may require a higher percentage of ownership to qualify for certification.

     (c)  The office of Hawaiian affairs may charge a fee to the business for the processing of the certification.

     (d)  All certified native Hawaiian businesses shall notify the office of Hawaiian affairs within ten business days when there is a change in ownership and shall reapply for certification."

Part II.

     SECTION 2.  Section 226-6, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:

     "(b)  To achieve the general economic objectives, it shall be the policy of this State to:

     (1)  Expand Hawaii's national and international marketing, communication, and organizational ties, to increase the State's capacity to adjust to and capitalize upon economic changes and opportunities occurring outside the State.

     (2)  Promote Hawaii as an attractive market for environmentally and socially sound investment activities that benefit Hawaii's people.

     (3)  Seek broader outlets for new or expanded Hawaii business investments.

     (4)  Expand existing markets and penetrate new markets for Hawaii's products and services.

     (5)  Assure that the basic economic needs of Hawaii's people are maintained in the event of disruptions in overseas transportation.

     (6)  Strive to achieve a level of construction activity responsive to, and consistent with, state growth objectives.

     (7)  Encourage the formation of cooperatives and other favorable marketing arrangements at the local or regional level to assist Hawaii's small scale producers, manufacturers, and distributors.

     (8)  Encourage labor-intensive activities that are economically satisfying and which offer opportunities for upward mobility.

     (9)  Foster greater cooperation and coordination between the government and private sectors in developing Hawaii's employment and economic growth opportunities.

    (10)  Stimulate the development and expansion of economic activities which will benefit areas with substantial or expected employment problems.

    (11)  Maintain acceptable working conditions and standards for Hawaii's workers.

    (12)  Provide equal employment opportunities for all segments of Hawaii's population through affirmative action and nondiscrimination measures.

    (13)  Stimulate the development and expansion of economic activities capitalizing on defense, dual-use, and science and technology assets, particularly on the neighbor islands where employment opportunities may be limited.

    (14)  Encourage businesses that have favorable financial multiplier effects within Hawaii's economy, particularly with respect to emerging industries in science and technology.

    (15)  Promote and protect intangible resources in Hawaii, such as scenic beauty and the aloha spirit, which are vital to a healthy economy.

    (16)  Increase effective communication between the educational community and the private sector to develop relevant curricula and training programs to meet future employment needs in general, and requirements of new, potential growth industries in particular.

    (17)  Foster a business climate in Hawaii--including attitudes, tax and regulatory policies, and financial and technical assistance programs--that is conducive to the expansion of existing enterprises and the creation and attraction of new business and industry.

    (18)  Foster the development and growth of native Hawaiian-owned businesses."

Part III.

     SECTION 3.  This Act does not affect rights and duties that matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings that were begun before its effective date.

     SECTION 4.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 5.  This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

 

INTRODUCED BY:	_____________________________

 

 

Report Title:

Native Hawaiian Businesses Procurement Bid Incentive

 

Description:

Fosters the development and growth of native Hawaiian-owned businesses.  Provides 5% bid preference for native Hawaiian businesses certified by OHA.  Requires immediate notification to OHA of ownership change and reapplication.

 

 

 

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