SB519

Hawaii SB519 amends the definition of "aquarium purposes" to exempt bona fide aquaculture and scientific research entities from permit requirements.

Hawaii SB519 modifies the definition of "aquarium purposes" in Hawaii Administrative Rules to allow bona fide aquaculture and scientific research entities to collect aquatic life without a permit, provided the aquatic life remains in the county of collection while alive. This change aims to reduce delays in aquacultural research by exempting certain entities from permit requirements. The bill specifies that the Department of Land and Natural Resources must amend the rules to reflect these changes.