Hawaii SB448 appropriates funds for the acquisition of a conservation easement in central Oahu to protect agricultural lands.
Hawaii SB448 aims to conserve agricultural lands in central Oahu by appropriating funds for a conservation easement. This bill responds to constitutional mandates to protect natural resources and agricultural lands. It allocates funds to the Agribusiness Development Corporation for this purpose, ensuring the availability of agriculturally suitable lands for future food production. The bill also aligns with existing mandates for locally sourced food in public schools and state departments.
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