Hawaii · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1247: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1247 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO AGRICULTURAL LAND. Primary sponsor: Tim Richards (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), KIDANI, Angus McKelvey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2025): Referred to EDT, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds to the Agricultural Development Corporation for the purchase of an agricultural parcel for agricultural development. Establishes one full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) Hawaii Island Property Manager position within the ADC. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Richards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| KIDANI | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
“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 EDT, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.