Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
DUAL USE TECHNOLOGY TASK FORCE
What This Task Force Does
The Dual Use Technology Task Force examines Hawaii's capacity to leverage defense and military technologies for civilian and commercial economic benefit. It assesses opportunities to attract defense contractors, research institutions, and technology companies to the state, and recommends policy and investment strategies to the legislature. The task force bridges Hawaii's substantial military presence with its broader economic development goals.
Why You Should Care
The task force's recommendations can shape state investment, tax policy, and workforce development programs that affect technology-sector jobs across Hawaii. Members of the public and industry stakeholders can engage through legislative committee hearings.