Bill > HB786

This bill establishes a task force within the Office of Planning to study the feasibility of developing and implementing a statewide residential food waste recycling and safe disposal program in Hawaii. The task force will examine the potential for repurposing food waste into compost, animal feed, or biofuel, recommend technologies and equipment for processing and recycling food waste, estimate the costs and cost savings of a food waste recycling program, and assess the anticipated environmental impact. The task force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the legislature prior to the 2022 regular session. The task force will dissolve upon the adjournment of the 2022 regular session.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=786&year=2022