Informing the Legislature that on May 27, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB667 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 081).

This bill (HB667, known as the "Mila Microchip Identification Act") requires the Hawaii Department of Transportation and all counties to scan dead cats or dogs found on roadways for microchips. It mandates recording microchip information, reporting to animal services within 48 hours, and making reasonable efforts to contact the registered owner if a microchip is found. The law directly affects state and county road maintenance staff, animal services agencies, and pet owners who have microchipped pets. It implements specific procedures to address the gap identified after a dog named Mila was killed on a road without the owner being notified. The law took effect upon the governor's signature on May 27, 2025.