HRS §201-81
Out-of-state offices for business and tourism
This section lets the state's business and tourism department set up offices outside Hawaii, including in other countries, to promote Hawaii's business, tourism, and investments. It lists the allowed activities, like advertising, hosting events, and hiring consultants. It does not set any deadlines or penalties.
state agencies
The statute, as written — Establishment of out-of-state offices; purposes
The department of business, economic development, and tourism may establish and operate offices and facilities in out-of-state locations, including foreign nations, to effectuate the following purposes: (1) Develop programs to reach targeted companies or industries in the respective area and surrounding regions; (2) Monitor out-of-state government policies and regulations that have an impact on business, markets, sales, tourism, and related activities; (3) Host government and business officials at conferences, meetings and social occasions, or other events on matters pertaining to business opportunities and attraction of investments for the State; (4) Develop and conduct advertising efforts, promotional events, media coverage, and educational programs regarding commerce in the State; (5) Conduct related operations as needed, including hiring or contracting for consultants; (6) Support sister-state or province relationships, as defined in section 229-1, and other partnerships that promote and enrich the people, cultures, environments, and economies of the State and its international partners; and (7) Generate revenue for the State.
Sections this one refers to
§229-1 What key terms mean in this law
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