Bill > HB812

This bill modifies Hawaii's procurement laws to allow government contracts for local agricultural produce over $25,000 to have contract terms of at least five years, with a requirement for a price adjustment clause that can increase or decrease contract value. The bill specifically defines "local produce" comprehensively as fruits, vegetables, nuts, coffee, eggs, poultry, livestock, milk, aquacultural and maricultural products, and horticultural products that are 100% grown, raised, and harvested in Hawaii. By enabling longer-term contracts, the legislation aims to provide more stability and predictability for local agricultural producers, potentially encouraging greater investment and development in Hawaii's agricultural sector. The bill would take effect on July 1, 3000, and does not impact any rights, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=812&year=2026