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HI HB1747

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Diamond Garcia

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Directs the Hawaii Department of Human Services to request federal waivers from the USDA to prohibit purchasing sugary drinks and candy with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits

  • Defines "sugary drinks" as non-alcoholic beverages with more than 10 grams of sugar per serving, excluding milk products, milk substitutes, and beverages that are more than 50% vegetable or fruit juice

  • Defines "candy" as confectionery products primarily composed of sugar, sweeteners, or chocolate

  • Requires the department to resubmit waiver requests annually if denied, until approval is obtained

  • Mandates annual reports to the legislature at least 20 days before each regular session on waiver status, list of ineligible foods, and implementation impacts

Legislative Description

Relating To Human Services.

Reports

Last Action

The committee(s) on HSH recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Human Services & Homelessness1/26/2026

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