Bill > SB244

This bill amends Hawaii's conservation and resources law by establishing two new restrictions on parrotfish fishing. First, the bill prohibits the commercial sale of parrotfish that have been caught by spearing, which means selling fish that were captured using a spear or similar piercing fishing implement. Second, the bill makes it illegal to spear parrotfish in Hawaii's state waters during nighttime hours, specifically defining this as any time after sunset or before sunrise. These provisions are designed to protect parrotfish populations, which likely play an important role in Hawaii's marine ecosystem. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and does not apply to any legal rights, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date. By targeting both commercial sales and fishing practices, the legislation aims to reduce potential overfishing and support the conservation of parrotfish in Hawaiian waters.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=244&year=2026