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HB 1310

RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL SUSTAINABILITY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Shirley Templo

Hawaii's HB 1310 advances agricultural sustainability through multi-committee review, addressing farming practices, worker protections, and funding—rolled to 2026 session.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1310

Legislative bill overview

HB 1310 is a Hawaii bill focused on agricultural sustainability that was introduced in January 2025 and referred to three committees (Agriculture/Economic Development, Labor, and Finance). The bill was carried over to the 2026 regular session, meaning it did not advance to a vote during the 2025 session and will be reconsidered in the next legislative cycle.

Why is this important

Agricultural sustainability directly affects Hawaii's food security, environmental health, and rural economies. The bill's referral to Labor and Finance committees—alongside Agriculture—suggests it may address worker protections, economic incentives, or funding mechanisms that impact farming operations across the islands.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding mechanisms: The Finance Committee referral indicates fiscal concerns; stakeholders may debate whether state resources should subsidize sustainability practices versus requiring private sector investment
  • Labor standards vs. farmer profitability: The Labor Committee involvement suggests potential labor-related provisions that could increase operational costs for farms while protecting worker welfare
  • Implementation scope: Unclear whether requirements apply uniformly across all farm sizes or if exemptions exist for small/family operations, which could create fairness debates

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

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