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SB 905

RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dru Kanuha

Hawaii SB 905 advances agricultural legislation through first reading but deferred to 2026 for further consideration and amendment.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 905

Legislative bill overview

SB 905 is an agriculture-related bill introduced in the Hawaii legislature by Senator Dru Kanuha. The bill has passed first reading but has been carried over to the 2026 regular session, meaning its specific provisions have not yet been enacted and remain under legislative consideration.

Why is this important

Agriculture is a significant sector in Hawaii's economy and food security landscape. Legislative action in this area can affect farming operations, land use, agricultural workers, and the state's ability to produce local food, making it relevant to residents and the farming community.

Potential points of contention

  • The bill's specific language and provisions are not available in the provided action summary, making it impossible to identify targeted areas of dispute without access to the full text
  • Agriculture bills frequently involve competing interests between small farmers, large operations, environmental protection, and land development
  • Potential fiscal impacts, regulatory requirements, or changes to existing agricultural programs would require the bill's text to assess

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

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