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HI HB48
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kirstin Kahaloa
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AI Summary
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Clarifies labeling requirements for coffee that is both grown and processed in Hawaii, changing "Hawaii-grown and Hawaii-processed" to "Hawaii-grown and -processed" throughout the statute
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Requires coffee blends containing Hawaii-grown coffee mixed with foreign coffee to meet minimum percentage requirements and clearly list the geographic or regional origins of all coffees in descending order by weight
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Defines "geographic origin" as regions within Hawaii where green coffee beans are produced, and adds a new definition for "regional origin" as any coffee growing region outside the State
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Mandates specific labeling formats: 100% Hawaii coffee must display geographic origin followed by "Coffee," while blends must show percentage, geographic origin, and "Coffee Blend"
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Effective date of July 1, 2050
Legislative Description
Relating To Coffee Labeling.
Consumer Protection
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025