HI SB1393

Designates dams and related reservoir areas as important agricultural lands if they provide irrigation water to agricultural lands where the majority are classified as important agricultural lands, excluding conservation lands.

Makes eligible dams and reservoirs designated as important agricultural lands for inclusion in acreage calculations for important agricultural lands and qualifies them for incentives under section 205-46.

Prohibits dams and reservoirs classified as important agricultural lands from being included in acreage calculations for petitions to designate important agricultural lands when combined with reclassification of agricultural lands to rural, urban, or conservation districts.

Expands the definition of "agriculture" to include aquatic life that is planted, cultivated, and harvested for food, ornamental, grazing, or forest purposes.

Takes effect on July 1, 2020.