Increases public hunting areas in Hawaii by 20% to benefit ecology, public health, and cultural practices.

The bill aims to increase by 20% the total acreage of public lands designated as hunting areas for game birds and mammals on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, and Hawaii. This change is intended to provide ecological benefits by controlling invasive species, protect native plants and habitats, and support local families who rely on wild game meat for sustenance. The Department of Land and Natural Resources must amend administrative rules to implement these changes and report on their progress by December 31, 2026.

Increases public hunting areas in Hawaii by 20% to benefit ecology, public health, and cultural practices.

The bill aims to increase by 20% the total acreage of public lands designated as hunting areas for game birds and mammals on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, and Hawaii. This change is intended to provide ecological benefits by controlling invasive species, protect native plants and habitats, and support local families who rely on wild game meat for sustenance. The Department of Land and Natural Resources must amend administrative rules to implement these changes and report on their progress by December 31, 2026.