HB828

Establishes a plant-based-by-default policy for state-operated prisons, state-licensed hospitals, and government-sponsored events in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB828 establishes a plant-based-by-default policy for state-operated prisons, state-licensed hospitals, and government-sponsored events. Under this policy, these facilities must offer only plant-based food products by default, though individuals may opt out. Plant-based food products are defined as those that do not contain meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, or other animal products or byproducts. The bill aims to promote environmental sustainability, public health, and economic opportunities for local farmers.