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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amends Act 313, SLH 2022, to authorize the use of the GroupGAP Food Safety Certification Program established by the United States Department of Agriculture to qualify a recipient for grant funding under the Food Hub Pilot Program. Appropriates funds.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to allow recipients of grant funding for the Food Hub Pilot Program to qualify if they are certified under the GroupGAP food safety certification program, which is established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). A food hub is defined as a central facility that helps manage the collection, storage, processing, distribution, and marketing of locally produced food. The bill also clarifies that the program will be administered by the department of agriculture and biosecurity and appropriates funds for its continued implementation.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to AEN, WAM. (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=3222&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB3222_.HTM |
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