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GM 1284

Informing the Legislature that on June 6, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB865 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 184).

2025 Regular Session

Act 184 allocates $76,500 for agricultural research and support in Hawaii, boosting coffee and orchard crops, creating jobs, and aiding local farmers.

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Bill Summary · GM 1284

Summary of GM 1284: Proclamation of Act 184

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: GM 1284
- Title: Informing the Legislature that on June 6, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB865 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 184).
- Status: Received
- Introduced: June 6, 2025
- Classification: Proclamation
- Subject: Act 184

Purpose and Intent

GM 1284 serves as a formal proclamation from Governor Josh Green, M.D., to inform the Hawaii State Legislature that Senate Bill 865 (SB865), which relates to agriculture, has been signed into law as Act 184. The bill aims to enhance agricultural research and support for specific crops in Hawaii, particularly coffee and orchard crops.

Key Provisions

The main provisions of Act 184 include:

  1. Funding Appropriation:

    • An appropriation of $76,500 is allocated from the general revenues of the State of Hawaii for two fiscal years:
      • Fiscal Year 2025-2026
      • Fiscal Year 2026-2027

  2. Program Support:

    • The funds will be used for:
      • An applied research program focused on agricultural advancements.
      • Support for the coffee and orchard crops extension.
      • Funding for the Kona research station located in Hawaii County.

  3. Personnel Establishment:

    • The establishment of one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent extension agent position within the University of Hawaii's College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources' Kona Cooperative Extension.

  4. Expenditure Authority:

    • The appropriated sums are to be expended by the Agribusiness Development Corporation for the purposes outlined in the Act.

Impact

The enactment of Act 184 is expected to have several impacts:

  • Agricultural Development: The funding will bolster research initiatives that can lead to improved agricultural practices and crop yields, particularly for coffee and orchard crops, which are significant to Hawaii's economy.
  • Job Creation: The creation of a permanent extension agent position will provide employment opportunities and enhance local agricultural expertise.
  • Support for Local Farmers: By supporting research and extension services, the Act aims to directly benefit local farmers and agricultural stakeholders in Hawaii.

Timeline

  • Effective Date: The provisions of Act 184 will take effect on July 1, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions: The bill was received on June 6, 2025, following its passage in both the Senate and House of Representatives on April 30, 2025.

This summary provides an overview of GM 1284 and its associated Act 184, highlighting its significance for agricultural development in Hawaii.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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