Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2496: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2496 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE. Primary sponsor: Cory Chun (Democratic), David Alcos (Republican), Terez Amato (Democratic), Elle Cochran (Republican), Tina Grandinetti (Democratic), Daisy Hartsfield (Democratic), HOLT, Ikaika Hussey (Democratic), Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic), Sue Lee Loy (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), LEE, M., Lisa Marten (Democratic), Dee Morikawa (Democratic), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), Julie Reyes Oda (Republican), Garner Shimizu (Republican), Kanani Souza (Republican), Gregg Takayama (Democratic), David Tarnas (Democratic), Shirley Templo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Referred to AGR, TRN, FIN, referral sheet 6.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Program, to consist of a reimbursement program for geographically disadvantaged farmers and livestock producers to mitigate the high costs of transportation for agricultural products, inputs, and supplies, and a grant program to assist small-scale farmers, ranchers, food hubs, and agricultural producers in rural or underserved areas with transportation costs directly related to the production and distribution of agricultural commodities. Establishes the Hawaii Agricultural Transportation Assistance Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 14 · Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Chun | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Terez Amato | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Elle Cochran | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 14 |
| Tina Grandinetti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Daisy Hartsfield | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| HOLT | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Ikaika Hussey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Kirstin Kahaloa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Sue Lee Loy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| LEE | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| M. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Dee Morikawa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Julie Reyes Oda | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| Kanani Souza | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 43 |
| Gregg Takayama | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| David Tarnas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Shirley Templo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to AGR, TRN, FIN, referral sheet 6
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.