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Senate committee urges HTDC to boost advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity after federal MEP funding cut
Summary
HCR 156, requesting the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to increase emphasis on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity, advanced out of committee after testimony noting the federal Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) grant was discontinued and several dedicated staff positions were affected.
The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism on April 10 recommended passage of HCR 156, a concurrent resolution requesting the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) increase its focus on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity to diversify the economy and create higher‑wage jobs.
Sandy Kanemori and HTDC representatives testified in support. At the hearing they said the state’s local…
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