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HI HB1220

HI HB1220
Relating To Invasive Species.


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Introduced
01/23/2025
In Committee
04/25/2025
Crossed Over
02/28/2025
Passed
05/01/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/27/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Appropriates funds to support the efforts of the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources in the removal of the majano anemone from Kaneohe Bay. (CD1)

AI Summary

This bill addresses the invasive majano anemone, a non-native species that is threatening the coral reef ecosystem in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. The legislature recognizes that this anemone, which was introduced accidentally with non-native corals, has spread to cover approximately 950 square yards and poses a significant risk to the native marine environment, particularly the endemic finger coral Porites compressa. The bill appropriates $200,000 for each of the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources in implementing a multi-phase removal strategy. This strategy includes chemical control, physical removal, and smothering practices designed to eliminate the majano anemone and prevent its further spread. The funds will be used for personnel, materials and equipment, data management and analysis, and community outreach efforts. The goal is to protect the marine biodiversity, reef health, and ecosystem services that are crucial to Hawaii's coastal communities. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a targeted approach to managing this invasive species.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

Act 104, on 05/27/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1204). (on 05/27/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1220&year=2025
HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_04-02-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions//session2025/Testimony/HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_04-02-25_.PDF
HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_02-24-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions//session2025/Testimony/HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_02-24-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/HB1220_CD1_.HTM
Committee Report HB1220_CD1_CCR152_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/HB1220_CD1_CCR152_.pdf
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/HB1220_SD1_.HTM
Committee Report HB1220_SD1_SSCR1745_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/HB1220_SD1_SSCR1745_.pdf
HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_04-02-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_04-02-25_.PDF
Committee Report HB1220_HD1_SSCR1233_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/HB1220_HD1_SSCR1233_.pdf
HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WTL-AEN_03-19-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_WTL-AEN_03-19-25_.PDF
Committee Report HB1220_HD1_HSCR977_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/HB1220_HD1_HSCR977_.pdf
HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_02-24-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/HB1220_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_02-24-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/HB1220_HD1_.HTM
Committee Report HB1220_HD1_HSCR302_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/HB1220_HD1_HSCR302_.pdf
HB1220_TESTIMONY_WAL_01-30-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/HB1220_TESTIMONY_WAL_01-30-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/HB1220_.HTM
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