Requesting the Department of Law Enforcement to expand the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program to Kauai and Maui.

The bill addresses the growing threat of agricultural crimes in Hawaii, including trespassing, theft, vandalism, and illegal hunting. It highlights the need for a comprehensive response to protect the agricultural industry, local economies, and food security. The bill requests the Department of Law Enforcement to expand the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program, which was established on Hawaii and Oahu, to also cover Kauai and Maui. This expansion aims to strengthen legal frameworks and establish penalties for agricultural violations.

Requesting the Department of Law Enforcement to expand the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program to Kauai and Maui.

The bill addresses the growing threat of agricultural crimes in Hawaii, including trespassing, theft, vandalism, and illegal hunting. It highlights the need for a comprehensive response to protect the agricultural industry, local economies, and food security. The bill requests the Department of Law Enforcement to expand the Agricultural Enforcement Pilot Program, which was established on Hawaii and Oahu, to also cover Kauai and Maui. This expansion aims to strengthen legal frameworks and establish penalties for agricultural violations.