Informing the Legislature that on July 3, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2144 HD1 SD2 CD1 (ACT 195).

This bill directs the Hawaii Department of Health to update its rules to allow small-scale homemade food producers to sell and deliver their products more freely. It specifically permits the sale of non-hazardous homemade foods and certain acidic plant-based items through direct consumer sales, third-party vendors, and various delivery methods including mail and shipping. The law aims to support local small businesses and create economic opportunities while maintaining specific safety standards for the types of food allowed.