Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2427: RELATING TO FOOD SECURITY.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2427 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO FOOD SECURITY. Primary sponsor: Dru Kanuha (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Referred to HHS, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes and appropriates funds for the Hawaii Farm to Families Program under the Department of Human Services to alleviate food shortages in the State. Requires reports to the Legislature before the Regular Sessions of 2027 and 2028.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dru Kanuha | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Troy Hashimoto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Sharon Moriwaki | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Glenn Wakai | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“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 HHS, WAM.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.