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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Crossed Over
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Passed
Dead
05/08/2026
05/08/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Transfers the rights, powers, functions, and duties of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity that relate to agricultural enterprises to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. Requires that the regulatory functions of the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch remain within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)
AI Summary
This bill transfers certain responsibilities related to agricultural enterprises from the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Branch of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to the Agribusiness Development Corporation, a state entity focused on promoting agricultural businesses. Importantly, any regulatory functions of that branch will remain with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, meaning the Agribusiness Development Corporation will handle support and development aspects, not the oversight and rule-making. This transfer includes all associated personnel, appropriations, records, and property, and existing rules and contracts will remain in effect, with references updated to reflect the new responsible entity. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2050.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (6)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Glenn Wakai (D)*,
Last Action
The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. (on 03/18/2026)
Bill Topics
Agriculture
- ‐ General Agriculture
Government Operations
- ‐ Executive Branch Operations
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