HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES	H.B. NO.	2546
THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE, 2024		H.D. 1
STATE OF HAWAII		S.D. 1

A BILL FOR AN ACT

RELATING TO INVASIVE SPECIES.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

SECTION 1. Chapter 141, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

"§141-    Fine meshed nets; invasive species; permissible; registration program. (a) Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, fine meshed nets may be used for the protection of plants against invasive species, as determined by the department.

(b) The department shall establish a registration program for purchasers of fine meshed nets in the State.

(c) The department shall adopt rules in accordance with chapter 91 to implement this section."

SECTION 2. New statutory material is underscored.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect on April 14, 2112.

Report Title:

Invasive Species; Fine Meshed Nets; Permissible; Registration Program

Description:

Allows for the use of fine meshed nets for the protection of plants against invasive species. Requires the Department of Agriculture to establish a registration program for purchasers of fine meshed nets in the State. Takes effect 4/14/2112. (SD1)

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