SB540

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

The bill aims to establish a plant-based-by-default policy for state-operated prisons, state-licensed hospitals, and government-sponsored events in Hawaii. This policy mandates that these facilities offer only plant-based food products by default, though individuals may opt out. The bill also requires the adoption of zero-emission vehicles for the state fleet and mandates annual reports on the program's results to the Hawaii climate change mitigation and adaptation commission. The policy is intended to reduce the state's carbon footprint, promote public health, and support local agriculture.