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HR 109

URGING THE GOVERNOR TO ASSESS FOOD INSECURITY CONDITIONS AND IMPLEMENT A STATEWIDE FOOD SECURITY RESPONSE PLAN.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 11 co-sponsors

Hawaii resolution urges Governor to assess statewide food insecurity and create a coordinated food security response plan with no binding requirements.

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Bill Summary · HR 109

Legislative bill overview

HR 109 is a non-binding resolution urging Hawaii's Governor to conduct a comprehensive assessment of food insecurity conditions throughout the state and develop a coordinated statewide food security response plan. The bill calls for systematic evaluation of hunger prevalence and implementation of strategies to address food access gaps across all communities.

Why is this important

Food insecurity affects vulnerable populations disproportionately and has documented health, educational, and economic consequences. Hawaii's geographic isolation and high cost of living make food access particularly challenging, making a coordinated state response potentially impactful for addressing systemic hunger issues and improving public health outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Non-binding nature: As a resolution rather than legislation, it creates no legal obligation or funding mechanism, potentially limiting concrete action
  • Implementation costs: Developing and executing a statewide food security plan requires significant budget allocation, which may face fiscal constraints or competing priorities
  • Scope and coordination: Determining which agencies lead the effort and how to coordinate between state, county, and nonprofit entities could create bureaucratic challenges or overlap
  • Measurement and accountability: Defining success metrics and ensuring follow-through on recommendations without enforcement mechanisms may prove difficult

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

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