The cards can be used from now until December 15 as a way to support the local Hawaiian economy.
“The goals of this economic stimulus program are threefold: First, it will immediately drive business to the struggling restaurant industry,” Gov. David Ige was quoted as saying during a press conference this week. “Second, it will stimulate economic activity for the state’s entire food supply chain, including local farmers, fishermen, ranchers, producers and distributors. And finally, it will provide direct assistance to unemployed residents who have been negatively impacted by Covid-19.
Ige reportedly stated that funds could have been sent directly to restaurants, but he “wanted to create a program that would help as many people as possible.” By giving the funds to customers, the money works its way to the entire supply chain instead of simply addressing one link, while not only feeding those who may be short on cash, but also giving them a way to feel normal again.
“According to the UHERO study that evaluated the program, it would nearly double its economic impact for our local businesses,” Hawaii Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Sherry Menor McNamara said,In other pandemic-related news, Hawaii has also loosened it's COVID-19 travel and quarantine restrictions for visitors with negative test results. Read more on
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