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HI HCR12

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

1/23/2017

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Souki

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 24, 2017 as "Bioenergy Day" in Hawaii to raise awareness of bioenergy's environmental and economic benefits

  • Notes that more than 20% of Hawaii's renewable energy came from bioenergy sources in 2015 and nearly 50% of national renewable energy came from bioenergy in 2012

  • States Hawaii has potential to develop a biofuels industry generating energy equivalent to 100-300 million gallons of oil annually, creating thousands of jobs and $500 million to $1 billion in annual revenues

  • Recognizes the Bioeconomy Hawaii Forum 2017 scheduled for January 24, 2017, bringing together over 20 organizations, government entities, investors, universities, and industry experts to discuss sustainable bioenergy and biofuel production

  • Requires certified copies be sent to the Governor, Director of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, Hawaii State Energy Office, and the Biomass Power Association President

Legislative Description

Designating January 24, 2017 As "bioenergy Day" To Raise Awareness Of The Significant Environmental And Economic Benefits Of Bioenergy And Its Many Applications.

Bioenergy Day

Last Action

Re-Referred to TRE.

3/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Energy2/10/2017

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