Requires contracts for local produce purchases over $250 to be for at least five years.
This bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to mandate that any contract for the purchase of local produce, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, coffee, eggs, poultry, and livestock, with a value exceeding $250 must be for a minimum term of five years. The definition of "local produce" includes items grown, raised, and harvested in Hawaii. The bill does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.
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