SB517Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Agriculture.
Introduced by Tim Richards, District 4
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Establishes a Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture in collaboration with the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources and other relevant stakeholders. Establishes the Microbial Algae Soil Products Pilot Program Special Fund. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to adopt administrative rules. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Where it stands
Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM.
January 21, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced.
Passed First Reading.
Referred to AEN/HRE, WAM.
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
Re-Referred to AEN/EDU, WAM.
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