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This resolution encourages each county in Hawaii to develop its own biosecurity plan tailored to local needs, recognizing the severe impacts of invasive species on ecosystems, agriculture, and public health. The resolution highlights that counties face unique biosecurity challenges due to variations in climate, land use, and infrastructure, and therefore would benefit from localized approaches to preventing and managing invasive species. It specifically recommends that each county's biosecurity plan should identify potential legislative changes, collaborate with other counties and state agencies like the Department of Agriculture and Hawaii Invasive Species Council (HISC), and share its findings with the state. The resolution emphasizes the importance of proactive risk identification, early detection, and community-based strategies for invasive species mitigation. As a legislative resolution, it serves as a formal recommendation and encouragement for counties to take action, rather than a legally binding mandate, with the ultimate goal of strengthening Hawaii's overall biosecurity efforts.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SR&billnumber=25&year=2025