Establishes a marine life conservation district carrying capacity program to manage human impact on marine resources.

The bill requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish a marine life conservation district carrying capacity program. This program will assess the capacity of marine life conservation districts, evaluate the impact of commercial use, and monitor the effectiveness of existing measures. The department must consult with counties, the University of Hawaii, and nonprofit organizations. A report with findings and recommendations will be submitted to the legislature before the 2026 and 2027 sessions. Funding is appropriated for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027.

Establishes a marine life conservation district carrying capacity program to manage human impact on marine resources.

The bill requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish a marine life conservation district carrying capacity program. This program will assess the capacity of marine life conservation districts, evaluate the impact of commercial use, and monitor the effectiveness of existing measures. The department must consult with counties, the University of Hawaii, and nonprofit organizations. A report with findings and recommendations will be submitted to the legislature before the 2026 and 2027 sessions. Funding is appropriated for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027.