SB 2779 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO COCONUT TREES.

Summary
Establishes recognition of coconut trees as a source of food and water, and as a cultural treasure. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to allow the use of coconut tree seed banks in the State. Requires owners or operators of property where any coconut tree is located to post and maintain a sign that clearly indicates that the coconut tree is a landscape palm. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish labeling standards for non-consumable landscape palms. Establishes an income tax credit for consumable coconut trees maintained through natural management practices.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 30, 2026
Committee
Referred to AEN/WLA, WAM/CPN.
upper
Jan 23, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
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2 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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