Hawaii HB2194 mandates state agencies to buy lei made from locally grown materials and prohibits "Hawaii Made" labeling on non-local lei.

Hawaii HB2194 aims to protect local lei makers by requiring state agencies to purchase lei made from natural objects and plant materials grown, harvested, and assembled in Hawaii. Starting January 1, 2043, state agencies cannot buy lei containing plant materials from outside the state. The bill also mandates labeling requirements, prohibiting the use of "Hawaii Grown" or "Hawaii Made" labels on lei not crafted in Hawaii. Penalties apply for violations, and the act establishes benchmarks for lei purchases by state agencies, increasing the percentage of locally made lei over time.

Hawaii HB2194 mandates state agencies to buy lei made from locally grown materials and prohibits "Hawaii Made" labeling on non-local lei.

Hawaii HB2194 aims to protect local lei makers by requiring state agencies to purchase lei made from natural objects and plant materials grown, harvested, and assembled in Hawaii. Starting January 1, 2043, state agencies cannot buy lei containing plant materials from outside the state. The bill also mandates labeling requirements, prohibiting the use of "Hawaii Grown" or "Hawaii Made" labels on lei not crafted in Hawaii. Penalties apply for violations, and the act establishes benchmarks for lei purchases by state agencies, increasing the percentage of locally made lei over time.