URGING THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND THE DIRECTOR OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION TO ENCOURAGE HOSPITALS AND PRISONS TO OFFER MORE HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS THAT CONSIST OF MINIMALLY‑PROCESSED FRUITS, VEGETABLES, WHOLE GRAINS, LEGUMES, NUTS AND SEEDS, HERBS AND SPICES, AND NON-DAIRY BEVERAGES, RATHER THAN ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS.

Hawaii Senate Resolution 82 urges the Directors of Health and Corrections to encourage state-licensed hospitals and prisons to replace ultra-processed foods with minimally-processed options like fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and non-dairy beverages. It specifically highlights that these healthier choices can reduce chronic disease risks, accommodate lactose intolerance, save taxpayer costs, and support local agriculture and climate goals. The resolution does not mandate changes but formally requests state agencies to promote these food options in healthcare and correctional facilities.