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Hawaii lawmakers seek to boost local lei production and protect culture by requiring state purchases of locally grown orchid leis and mandating origin labels.
Bright-purple orchid leis popular with tourists in Hawaii are mostly imported from Thailand, raising concerns among lawmakers and cultural advocates about the loss of local tradition and agriculture.
State Rep. Darius Kila and the Hawaiian Council are pushing for legislation to require state agencies to buy locally grown lei and mandate labeling to distinguish origin, aiming to support Hawaiian farmers and preserve cultural authenticity.
While critics warn of potential price increases, supporters emphasize the importance of protecting Indigenous practices amid commercialization.
A new bill will study expanding local lei production.
Los legisladores de Hawai buscan impulsar la producción local de lei y proteger la cultura al exigir compras estatales de lei de orquídeas cultivadas localmente y obligar a las etiquetas de origen.