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Maui Wildfire Relief: Loans, Grants, and Forgiveness for Businesses

This act establishes financial aid programs for small businesses and non-profits on Maui affected by the 2023 wildfires. Citizens operating businesses on Maui can access easier loans, non-repayable advances, and loan forgiveness to help rebuild and retain jobs.
Key points
Access to loans for small businesses and non-profits on Maui, with simplified terms and no personal guarantee requirement for loans up to $200,000.
Non-repayable advances of up to $15,000 for eligible entities applying for a loan, prioritizing those with at least 30% economic loss.
A Maui Wildfire Paycheck Protection Program offering loan forgiveness for payroll, rent, utilities, and other operational costs.
Forgiveness of up to $1800 on disaster loans (EIDL) or a waiver of interest for up to three years; private schools may also receive principal and interest waivers.
Loan forgiveness and advances will not be included in taxable income, providing tax relief for beneficiaries.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7061
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Process start date: 2024-01-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HEAL Maui Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7061.

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 2024-01-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to loans for small businesses and non-profits on Maui, with simplified terms and no personal guarantee requirement for loans up to $200,000.
  • Non-repayable advances of up to $15,000 for eligible entities applying for a loan, prioritizing those with at least 30% economic loss.
  • A Maui Wildfire Paycheck Protection Program offering loan forgiveness for payroll, rent, utilities, and other operational costs.
  • Forgiveness of up to $1800 on disaster loans (EIDL) or a waiver of interest for up to three years; private schools may also receive principal and interest waivers.
  • Loan forgiveness and advances will not be included in taxable income, providing tax relief for beneficiaries.
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. Case, Ed [D-HI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E100)

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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