Environment (Wildlife)

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2988: RELATING TO HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANS.

Requires any operator of a golf course in the State to consult with the Department of Land and Natural Resources to apply for an incidental take license and enter into a habitat conservation plan. Requires any existing habitat conservation plan that does not include an agreement for emergency medical and rehabilitation services to affected native wildlife to be amended to include the agreement, and the amended rights and obligations under the habitat conservation plan to be recorded by a certain deadline.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates habitat conservation plans for golf courses and requires wildlife rehabilitation agreements, strengthening habitat protection and conservation requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2327: RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKS.

Authorizes the Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve the operation of conservation banks and amends the Endangered Species Recovery Committee's membership and scope of authority. Effective upon approval.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes conservation banks for habitat protection and expands Endangered Species Recovery Committee's authority, directly advancing conservation efforts.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1537: RELATING TO WILDLIFE CONSERVATION.

Prohibits the feeding of feral non-native animals on state land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to enforce certain penalties for violations. Requires the counties to adopt or amend ordinances to prohibit the feeding of feral non-native animals on county land within one-half mile of the ocean or a stream and impose certain penalties for violations. Establishes an annual reporting requirement to the Legislature.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits feeding feral non-native animals near waterways to protect ecosystems and native species, directly advancing wildlife conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 651: RELATING TO CONSERVATION BANKING.

Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to operate and approve conservation banks and amends the Endangered Species Recovery Committee's membership and scope of authority. Effective upon approval.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes conservation banks and expands Endangered Species Committee authority, directly conserving natural resources and protecting habitats per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 10, 2026

SB 3253: RELATING TO CONSERVATION.

Recognizes the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity established pursuant to Senate Resolution 94, Senate Draft 1, Regular Session of 2026, to protect and expand populations of endangered species and other wildlife in the State. (CD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary to support conservation, wildlife preservation, and ancillary programs with DLNR, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 21, 2026

HB 1553: RELATING TO HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANS.

Requires any existing habitat conservation plan that does not include an agreement for emergency medical and rehabilitation services for affected native wildlife to be amended to include the services in the agreement. Effective 1/1/3000. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates habitat conservation plans and wildlife rehab agreements for golf courses, strengthening habitat protection and native species conservation per bill requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 565: RELATING TO POLOLU VALLEY MANAGEMENT EFFORTS ON HAWAII ISLAND.

Appropriates moneys for Pololu Valley management, including for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to develop the trailhead; develop the infrastructure necessary to accommodate parking; install appropriate informational, historical, and educational signage; design and construct restroom facilities; and establish positions to manage the trail area. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds Pololu Valley management infrastructure under DLNR/DOFAW, directly supporting conservation and natural resource protection efforts per bill's purpose.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Parks & Recreation Wildlife

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 315: RELATING TO FERAL PIGS.

Creates an expedited permitting process to authorize the destruction or control of feral pigs on privately owned land, if the feral pigs have caused or are likely to cause substantial damage to agricultural or aquacultural crops, indigenous plants or wildlife, or pose a threat to human health and safety.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables feral pig control to protect indigenous plants/wildlife, aligning with conservation goals under environmental protection.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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