HI HR66

Encourages the Governor to work with the Legislature to develop a Hawaii Green Initiative for Fuels Transition that integrates increased local food production with renewable fuel development.

Identifies Hawaii's $5.7 billion annual spending on imported oil (7% of gross state product) as a target for displacement through renewable fuel sources, with up to 70% of imported oil consumed for transportation.

Proposes integrating dedicated food and biofuel feedstock production to create economies of scale, provide additional farmer revenue, and reduce local food production costs while supporting the state's goal of doubling food production.

Recommends policy mechanisms such as production tax credits, carbon credits, land use subsidies, crop insurance, and sustainability credits to stimulate integrated food and fuel production industries.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor, state energy officials, agriculture leaders, university administrators, military commanders, and farming industry representatives.