SB2627: Relating To Economic Development And Tourism.

What this measure contains

Exempts the Hawaii Tourism Authority's contracts or agreements for sports events from the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and all other requirements of law for competitive bidding. Requires HTA to notify the Chief Procurement Officer of exempt contracts executed. Requires an annual report to the State Procurement Office. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

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Official text and draft versions

• Introduced· Jan 22, 2026 · Official original ↗
• Amended· Feb 12, 2026 · Official original ↗Published after this vote
• Amended· Feb 20, 2026 · Official original ↗Published after this vote

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Recorded decision and member tally

Senate Economic Development and Technology: Passed, With Amendments And Be Recommitted

This record lists 5 members; its source-reported total is 5.

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Source outcome: passed.

Yes

4

No

0

Not voting

0

Absent / excused

1

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Members listed for this decision

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