05/07/2026
We did it.
SB 2580 has passed the full floor vote in both chambers of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature and is on its way to Governor Josh Green for signature.
Hawaiʻi’s film tax credit has been meaningfully strengthened — and after years of advocacy, 80% local hire language is now written into statute for the first time. The GET exemption is in the bill. The per-production cap has been increased to $20 million, with productions over $60 million exempt from the cap entirely. The annual program cap has been increased from $50 million to $60 million. Streaming is included. The sunset is extended to 2038. And HB 1576 — Public Notice — also passed today.
Mahalo to the legislators, administration officials, and public servants who fought for our industry through an incredibly difficult budget year. Mahalo to the unions, the coalition partners, the local business community, and every member who showed up — who testified, who called, who refused to let this moment pass.
The work continues. Administrative rules are next. HFA will be there to help shape rules that work for our people.
If you stand with Hawaiʻi’s film workforce, join us.
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