SB 1085: RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Establishes a pilot program within the Department of Agriculture to determine feasibility and prepare an environmental impact statement to drill non-potable water wells on individual parcels at Panaewa agricultural park and Panaewa farm lots. Requires DOA to consult and coordinate with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on the location and distribution of water from the wells before and after the completion of the EIS. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. December 8, 2025Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
2. February 14, 2025Reported from AEN/WTL (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 606) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
3. February 14, 2025Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.
4. February 12, 2025The committee(s) on AEN recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in AEN were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Gabbard, Richards, Rhoads, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) DeCoite.
5. February 12, 2025The committee(s) on WTL recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in WTL were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Inouye, Elefante, Chang, McKelvey, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
6. February 7, 2025The committee(s) on AEN/WTL has scheduled a public hearing on 02-12-25 1:05PM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference.
7. January 23, 2025Referred to AEN/WTL, WAM.
8. January 21, 2025Passed First Reading.
9. January 17, 2025Introduced.