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HB2496Introduced in the House

Relating To Agriculture.

IntroducedHouse Agriculture

Introduced by Cory Chun, District 35

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program, to consist of a reimbursement program for geographically disadvantaged farmers and livestock producers to mitigate the high costs of transportation for agricultural products, inputs, and supplies, and a grant program to assist small-scale farmers, ranchers, food hubs, and agricultural producers in rural or underserved areas with transportation costs directly related to the production and distribution of agricultural commodities. Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Where it stands

Referred to AGR, TRN, FIN, referral sheet 6

February 2, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  2. Referred to AGR, TRN, FIN, referral sheet 6

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