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Maui Small Business Aid: Disaster Recovery Grants for Micro-enterprises

This bill establishes a grant program for small businesses and non-profit organizations on Maui that experienced revenue loss due to recent events. The aim is to help them cover operational costs, maintain payroll, and recover from the period starting August 2023. These grants are tax-exempt.
Key points
Grants up to $20,000 available for eligible small businesses and non-profits on Maui affected by revenue loss since August 8, 2023.
Funds can be used for payroll, purchasing materials, rent/mortgage payments, or other obligations due to lost revenue.
Grants received are not included in gross income for tax purposes, meaning recipients won't pay taxes on them.
The grant program is set to terminate on December 31, 2024.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6037
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MAUI STRONG Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6037.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants up to $20,000 available for eligible small businesses and non-profits on Maui affected by revenue loss since August 8, 2023.
  • Funds can be used for payroll, purchasing materials, rent/mortgage payments, or other obligations due to lost revenue.
  • Grants received are not included in gross income for tax purposes, meaning recipients won't pay taxes on them.
  • The grant program is set to terminate on December 31, 2024.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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