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This bill makes the Agribusiness Development Corporation (ADC) responsible for maintaining the Kohala Ditch, a water infrastructure system in Hawaii. The bill requires the ADC to develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance plan that includes regular inspections, repairs, and upgrades, and mandates collaboration with local community stakeholders like farmers and ranchers. The corporation must submit an annual report to the legislature before each regular session, detailing maintenance activities, the ditch's current condition, expenditures, and recommendations for future improvements. To support these efforts, the bill appropriates $9,000,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to be used for construction, repairs, and maintenance of the Kohala Ditch. The new responsibilities and funding will take effect on July 1, 2025, ensuring ongoing preservation and potentially enhancing the functionality of this important water infrastructure asset for the local agricultural community.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1113&year=2026