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HI SCR73
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tim Richards
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AI Summary
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Requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and Board of Land and Natural Resources to exempt diversified agriculture operations on former sugarcane lands within conservation districts from permit and site plan approval requirements
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Current permitting process for agricultural activities in conservation districts can take up to 180 days for approval, which the resolution identifies as a disincentive for farmers and ranchers
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Aims to support Hawaii's food system resilience by increasing local food production and reducing reliance on imports through expedited reuse of former plantation lands
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Identifies additional benefits of productive land reuse including revegetation, ecological recovery, and improved wildfire resilience
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Directs a certified copy of the resolution to be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources
Legislative Description
Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources And Board Of Land And Natural Resources To Exempt Any Agricultural Enterprise Practicing Diversified Agriculture On Former Sugarcane Lands Within The Conservation District From Any Requirement For A Permit Or Sight Plan Approval Granted By The Department.
Agriculture
Last Action
Offered.
3/16/2026