Hawaii HB191 mandates the Department of Education to prioritize local food procurement in public schools.
Hawaii HB191 requires the Department of Education to adopt procurement rules favoring unprocessed locally grown and locally raised agricultural products. This Act aims to increase local food procurement in public schools, providing economic benefits to local food systems and promoting public health. The rules must align with federal guidance and include provisions for contract management, dispute resolution, and procurement transparency. The Act emphasizes that geographic preference does not override the competitive bidding process.
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