The Hawaii State Government supported the Hawaii technology industry for decades starting with the creation of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism in 1963. Over the years the state enhanced the University of Hawaii, built innovation centers, developed programs and provided capital and investment tax credits.
Hawaii is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Statehood this year. Hawaii joined the Union on August 21, 1959. Members of the 50th Anniversary of Statehood Commission have planned a year-long celebration of events and activities that honor the past, respect the present and look to the future. Acknowledging that the future lies within our children, the Commission, along with the support of the Hawaii State Department of Education and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools have been focusing on outreach programs to students K-12.
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