HI HB2571

Converts one temporary grant writer position within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to a permanent full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position, reversing a change made by Act 230, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024.

Appropriates general fund revenues for fiscal year 2026-2027 to fund the grant writer position, with the specific dollar amount left blank in the bill text.

The grant writer position is responsible for identifying, applying for, and managing federal and private grants supporting agriculture, biosecurity, food security, and climate resiliency programs.

Requires the appropriated amount and position to be included in the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity's base budget for future fiscal bienniums.

Takes effect on July 1, 2026.