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HI SB2706

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Gabbard

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a five-year Agriculture and Biosecurity Workforce Development Pilot Program within the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, partnering with University of Hawaii's Leeward Community College and Department of Human Resources Development

  • Requires development of curriculum covering broad agriculture and biosecurity topics, along with hands-on training and work opportunities for students to gain real-world experience

  • Offers increased compensation incentives for program participants who pursue additional training, credentials, and transition into agriculture and biosecurity employment

  • Mandates a report with findings and recommendations to the legislature no later than twenty days before the 2031 regular session

  • Takes effect July 1, 2050 and sunsets on June 30, 2031 (note: effective date appears to be a drafting error as it occurs after the repeal date)

Legislative Description

Relating To Workforce Development.

Report

Last Action

Bill scheduled to be heard by AGR on Wednesday, 03-18-26 9:30AM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture3/10/2026
Ways and Means2/20/2026
Agriculture and Environment1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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