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Introduced
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
In Committee
02/10/2025
02/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Directs the Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Agribusiness Development Corporation and the counties, to conduct a statewide agricultural water infrastructure study. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
AI Summary
This bill directs the Hawaii Department of Agriculture to conduct a comprehensive statewide agricultural water infrastructure study, recognizing the current fragmented approach to tracking and managing water resources critical to the state's agricultural sector. The study will require collaboration with the Agribusiness Development Corporation and county governments to develop a detailed inventory of agricultural water infrastructure, including wells, irrigation ditches, reservoirs, and pumping stations. The department will assess the current condition and maintenance needs of these resources, create a tracking system for future infrastructure requirements, and submit a report with findings and recommendations to the legislature by November 1, 2027. The bill acknowledges the current challenges in managing water infrastructure, which often spans private, county, and federal lands, and aims to create a more comprehensive and coordinated approach to understanding and maintaining these vital agricultural resources. Funds will be appropriated from the state's general revenues to support the study, with the legislation set to take effect on July 1, 2050.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (7)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Dru Kanuha (D)*,
Tim Richards (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D),
Glenn Wakai (D),
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. (on 02/10/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=563&year=2025 |
BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB563_SD1_.HTM |
Committee Report SB563_SD1_SSCR160_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB563_SD1_SSCR160_.pdf |
SB563_TESTIMONY_AEN_01-29-25_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/SB563_TESTIMONY_AEN_01-29-25_.PDF |
BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB563_.HTM |
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