Urging The United States Navy To Not Charge The State Rent For The Use Of The Kalaeloa Film Studio Land And Facilities And Enter Into A Long-term Lease Agreement With The State For Such Use.
Impact
The resolution addresses the challenges faced by the film industry in Hawaii, particularly the high production costs that have led to a decline in filming activities. With all film and television productions wrapped up in 2025 and no new projects commencing, the resolution aims to revitalize the industry by ensuring the accessibility and affordability of production facilities. By establishing a long-term agreement, the resolution could facilitate a revival of local film production and job creation within the state, thereby lifting the economy.
Summary
House Resolution 28 urges the United States Navy to not charge the State of Hawaii rent for the use of the Kalaeloa Film Studio's land and facilities. Instead, it calls for a long-term lease agreement to be established between the State and the Navy. The resolution reflects the growing need for stability in Hawaii's film and television industry, which has shown significant potential over the last two decades due to favorable state tax incentives that have attracted various productions to the islands.
Contention
While the resolution serves to enhance the film industry's prospects in Hawaii, it may also raise questions about the relationship between state resources and federal assets, such as those owned by the Navy. Critics may worry about the implications of using public resources for commercial enterprises and whether this could set a precedent for other similar resolutions. Furthermore, the necessity of the long-term business plan and strategic vision for the Kalaeloa Film Studio, as stipulated in the resolution, may attract scrutiny regarding its implementation and effectiveness.
Urging The Board Of Land And Natural Resources To Not Approve Any New Land Disposition Or Renew Any Land Disposition To The United States Military That Allows For Or Facilitates Any Military Training Activities On State-owned Lands.
Urging The Board Of Land And Natural Resources To Not Approve Any New Land Disposition Or Renew Any Land Disposition To The United States Military That Allows For Or Facilitates Any Military Training Activities On State-owned Lands.
Requesting The United States Department Of Defense, United States Army, United States Navy, And State Department Of Transportation To Work With Appropriate State And County Departments And Agencies To Expand, Plan, And Coordinate Work Related To Using Kolekole Pass As An Expanded Emergency Exit Route.
Requesting The Postmaster General Of The United States Postal Service To Relocate The Pearl City Post Office To The United States Navy Property On The Pearl City Peninsula.
Requesting The United States Department Of Defense, United States Army, United States Navy, And State Department Of Transportation To Work With Appropriate State And County Departments And Agencies To Expand, Plan, And Coordinate Work Related To Using Kolekole Pass As An Expanded Emergency Exit Route.
Requesting The Postmaster General Of The United States Postal Service To Build A New And Larger Pearl City Post Office At The United States Navy Property On The Pearl City Peninsula With A Larger Parking Lot For Employees And Customers.
Requesting The Postmaster General Of The United States Postal Service To Build A New And Larger Pearl City Post Office At The United States Navy Property On The Pearl City Peninsula With A Larger Parking Lot For Employees And Customers.