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HB2317Introduced in the House

Relating To The Department Of Health's Authority To Regulate Food, Drugs, And Cosmetics.

IntroducedHouse Health

Introduced by Nadine Nakamura, District 15

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Removes duplicative food-related statutory material and aligns all food-related provisions under chapter 328, HRS. Ensures adequate statutory authority for permits, fees, inspections, and enforcement.

Where it stands

Referred to HLT, CPC, referral sheet 6

February 2, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to HLT, CPC, referral sheet 6

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