HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
THE THIRTY-FIRST LEGISLATURE
REGULAR SESSION OF 2021
Rep. Mark J. Hashem, Chair |
Rep. Amy A. Perruso, Vice Chair |
Rep. Nicole E. Lowen |
Rep. Chris Todd |
Rep. Lisa Marten |
Rep. James Kunane Tokioka |
Rep. Scot Z. Matayoshi |
Rep. Lauren Matsumoto |
AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING
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Friday, February 12, 2021 |
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10:00A.M. |
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VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE Conference Room 325 State Capitol 415 South Beretania Street |
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A M E N D E D A G E N D A
The following measure(s) has been ADDED to the agenda: HB416
RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES. Appropriates funds to the department of agriculture for the control of the two-lined spittlebug and recovery of the rangelands damaged by the invasive pest.
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RELATING TO THE IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL LAND QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL COST TAX CREDIT. Clarifies that a taxpayer can claim the credit in the third taxable year after they apply for the credit, rather than in any taxable year. Extends the time that the department of agriculture may certify the important agricultural land qualified agricultural costs tax credit from 12/31/2021 to 12/31/2030.
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RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL PURPOSE REVENUE BONDS TO ASSIST MAUIGROWN COFFEE, INC. Extends the authorization to issue special purpose revenue bonds to assist MauiGrown Coffee, Inc., with the operation and expansion of its farm and mill.
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RELATING TO THE AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. Dissolves the agribusiness development corporation and transfers all lands and staff, except for the executive director, to the department of agriculture.
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DECISION MAKING
The following measure(s) were previously heard on February 10, 2021. No public testimony will be accepted.
RELATING TO SECTION 711-1109, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES. Prohibits certain restraints and tethers that endanger, or deny sustenance, to a dog. Authorizes the court to assess fines, order performance of community service, require mental health counseling, or order attendance at educational classes concerning animal abuse prevention in addition to or in lieu of other penalties.
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DECISION MAKING TO FOLLOW
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FOR AMENDED NOTICES: Measures that have been deleted are stricken through and measures that have been added are bolded.
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________________________________________ Rep. Mark J. Hashem Chair |
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