Establishes a biosecurity fencing cost-sharing program to protect Hawaii's agriculture from invasive species.
The bill establishes a biosecurity fencing cost-sharing program to protect Hawaii's agricultural operations from invasive species. It appropriates funds for the program, which will reimburse eligible applicants for the installation, construction, repair, or improvement of agricultural fencing. The program also incentivizes the adoption of approved conservation plans. The Department of Agriculture will maintain records of eligible applicants and submit annual reports to the legislature. The program aims to mitigate the movement of invasive species and protect agricultural productivity.
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