Hawaii SB252 expands the Hawaii Department of Agriculture's authority to inspect and regulate the movement of invasive species within the state.

Hawaii SB252 addresses the threat of invasive species by enhancing the Hawaii Department of Agriculture's authority to inspect and regulate the movement of invasive species within the state. The bill aims to prevent the spread of invasive species, which pose significant threats to Hawaii's economy, natural environment, and public health. It authorizes inspectors to conduct inspections of persons, baggage, cargo, and any other articles destined for movement between Hawaiian Islands or importation from the continental United States.

Hawaii SB252 expands the Hawaii Department of Agriculture's authority to inspect and regulate the movement of invasive species within the state.

Hawaii SB252 addresses the threat of invasive species by enhancing the Hawaii Department of Agriculture's authority to inspect and regulate the movement of invasive species within the state. The bill aims to prevent the spread of invasive species, which pose significant threats to Hawaii's economy, natural environment, and public health. It authorizes inspectors to conduct inspections of persons, baggage, cargo, and any other articles destined for movement between Hawaiian Islands or importation from the continental United States.