Key Facts
• On September 1, Ishikawa Prefecture announced a $1.6 billion supplementary budget.
• $810 million allocated for emergency response to August heavy rains.
• Up to $1,350 per business for facility restoration in affected areas.
• New disaster prevention plans for Kahokugata and Noto regions.
• $7.1 million allocated to support businesses impacted by minimum wage hikes.
• Businesses can receive up to $675 for IT upgrades or employee training.
• Additional $340 per employee (up to $3,375) for wage increases in disaster-hit firms.
• Governor Hiroshi Hase emphasized “continuity” in recovery efforts.
• Budget proposal to be submitted to the prefectural assembly on September 8.
Summary
Ishikawa Prefecture has proposed a $1.6 billion supplementary budget for September, prioritizing recovery from August’s heavy rains and supporting businesses affected by minimum wage increases. Key allocations include $810 million for disaster recovery, with up to $1,350 per business for facility restoration and new prevention plans for Kahokugata and Noto regions. Additionally, $7.1 million will support businesses adapting to wage hikes, offering up to $675 for IT upgrades or training and $340 per employee for wage increases in disaster-hit firms. Governor Hiroshi Hase highlighted the importance of “continuity” in recovery efforts. The proposal will be reviewed by the prefectural assembly on September 8.
