Bill > HB1006

This bill modifies the definition of "enterprise" and introduces a new definition of "agricultural tourism" for the Agribusiness Development Corporation. The bill defines agricultural tourism as commercial activities on a working farm for visitors' enjoyment or education, with strict conditions that these activities must be secondary to the primary agricultural use (at least 75% of total farming activity) and must not interfere with neighboring farms. The bill expands the definition of "enterprise" to explicitly include businesses engaged in agricultural tourism, with a provision that such tourism activities cannot exceed 25% of the total farming operation. Additionally, the bill transfers all rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Agricultural Development Division of the Department of Agriculture to the Agribusiness Development Corporation, including all existing rules, contracts, and appropriations. The transfer also ensures that current employees will maintain their tenure, benefits, and positions, with provisions to protect their employment status during the transition. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 3000, which appears to be a placeholder date typical in legislative drafting.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1006&year=2026