HI HB1389

Appropriates general revenue funds for fiscal year 2017-2018 to the Department of Agriculture for planning and design of scalable livestock harvest facilities (specific dollar amount blank in text).

Establishes that funding is intended to create comprehensive plans for livestock harvest facilities that can adapt to changing industry throughput and be utilized across different locations in Hawaii.

Recognizes Hawaii's cattle industry resurgence with more cattle remaining in-state for local consumption, while existing facilities built for different throughput levels lack capacity to efficiently handle current demand.

Identifies that livestock harvest facility owners need planning support to modernize infrastructure, implement more efficient processing technologies, and remain competitive while serving local markets.

Takes effect August 1, 2151 (note: effective date appears to contain a typographical error).