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HI HCR33
Concurrent Resolution
Status
2/3/2021
Primary Sponsor
Nicole Lowen
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AI Summary
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Urges the Department of Agriculture to establish an inter-governmental Kona Area agricultural working group to address agriculture, economic development, and affordable housing opportunities in Hawaii County.
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Working group directed to develop frameworks for improving communication between stakeholders, increasing agricultural profitability, securing affordable farmland, providing adequate water and energy, and promoting environmental conservation.
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Working group membership to consist of 11 members including representatives from state departments (Agriculture, Business/Economic Development, Hawaiian Home Lands, Health, Transportation), Hawaii Community College, County of Hawaii offices, and one Senate and one House member.
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Chairperson of the Board of Agriculture requested to serve as chair of the working group with Department of Agriculture providing administrative support.
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Working group required to submit findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2022 Regular Session convenes.
Legislative Description
Urging The Department Of Agriculture To Establish A Kona Area Agricultural Working Group To Promote Agriculture, Economic Development, And Affordable Housing.
Last Action
Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) McDermott excused (1).
3/23/2021