HAR §4-54-3. Procedures for requesting promotion assistance

(a) An association applying for product promotion funds shall submit a written request to the chairperson. (b) The written request shall include a completed application form and contain: (1) A statement of the nature of the association’s interest and reasons for participating in the underwriting of a product promotion program; (2) A description of the membership of the association; (3) A statement regarding the potential market for the particular product; (4) A proposed promotion program plan, including the strategy and how it will be carried out; (5) Estimated cost, including total and component costs; (6) Proposed financing of the program, including a ratio of State funds to be matched with funds from the association equaling at least forty per cent of the cost of the program, except as provided under section 4-54- 6(f); and (7) Any other data relevant to the request or which may be required by the chairperson. (c) Any request which does not conform to the requirements in subsection (b) may be rejected by the chairperson. (d) Upon receipt of the request, the chairperson shall cause it to be dated to establish the date of receipt. (e) If the chairperson deems it desirable for the economic development of Hawaii, the chairperson may seek out an association or stimulate the organization of producers to promote particular products. [Eff FEB 14 1986] (Auth: HRS §141-2) (Imp: HRS §26-16) 54-3 §4-54-4