HI HB1389

Appropriates funds from general revenues to the Department of Agriculture for fiscal year 2017-2018 for planning and design of scalable livestock harvest facilities.

Recognizes Hawaii's cattle industry resurgence with increased local livestock remaining in the state for processing, requiring facility upgrades to handle changing production volumes.

Directs funding toward comprehensive planning that addresses facility throughput constraints and supports development of adaptable, efficient processing models for use across the state.

Aims to maintain industry competitiveness, support local food supply expansion, and provide stability as the cattle industry transitions to increased local production and processing.

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