The purpose of this legislation is to enhance the support and development of Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native culture and arts. It aims to amend existing laws to better promote and maintain these cultural practices and arts, ensuring that they are preserved and celebrated. Key provisions of the legislation include changes to the governance and structure of the program that oversees grants for Native Hawaiian art and culture. The amendments specify that the governing board responsible for these grants must include Native Hawaiians and recognized experts in Native Hawaiian art and culture.