HB192

Hawaii HB192 limits foreign ownership of agricultural land and requires transparency from foreign entities owning or leasing such land.

Hawaii HB192 aims to preserve agricultural land for local farmers and communities by restricting foreign ownership and requiring transparency. The bill limits foreign entities to owning, leasing, or holding a controlling interest in a specified number of acres of agricultural land. It also prohibits the sale or transfer of agricultural land to foreign entities for leases exceeding five years. Exemptions include inheritance, non-agricultural use with approval, short-term non-controlling leases, and pre-existing ownership before July 1, 2025.