S.C.R. No. 94 Summary

• Urges all state departments to purchase Hawaii-grown produce when available for procurement purposes.

• Identifies Hawaii's agricultural capacity including approximately 3,600 crop farms producing avocados, bananas, guava, papayas, tomatoes, corn, lettuce, potatoes, taro, and other produce.

• Cites benefits of local procurement including reduced carbon footprint from decreased food transportation, support for small businesses and family/veteran-owned farms, and improved food system transparency and accountability.

• Notes that reliance on imported food creates vulnerability to natural disasters and catastrophic events.

• Requires certified copies be transmitted to the Governor, Comptroller, Board of Agriculture Chair, Attorney General, and directors/chairs of 12 additional state departments and agencies.