Hawaii SB1171 allows fine meshed nets for invasive species protection and establishes a free net distribution program.
Hawaii SB1171 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to permit the use of fine meshed nets, including monofilament netting of one-half to three-inch mesh, for protecting plants against invasive species. The Department of Agriculture must establish rules to ensure these nets do not entangle beneficial animals. The bill also creates a program to distribute these nets for free to the public through local hardware stores to help control the spread of coconut rhinoceros beetles. Funds are appropriated for this program.
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