Hawaii Senate bill in Session 2026.
Status: in_committee. Latest action: February 3, 2026.
DAB; Beekeepers; Registration; Industry Standards; Best Management Practices; Apiary Program; Limitation on Liability; Appropriation.
Clarifies the registration process for beekeepers with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to provide guidance and support to registered beekeepers to help beekeepers adhere to certain industry standards and best management practices. Establishes a limitation on liability for any registered beekeeper who follows industry standards and best practices. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 0000-00-00 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2026-02-03 | Status | in_committee |
| 2026-02-03 | Latest Action | Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/CPN. |