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HB 1427

RELATING TO AVIAN INFLUENZA.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

Hawaii HB 1427 establishes avian influenza response measures but stalled after House-Senate disagreement, now pending 2026 reconciliation efforts.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1427

Legislative bill overview

HB 1427 addresses avian influenza policy in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative history provided. The bill progressed through both chambers but encountered disagreement between the House and Senate, resulting in a conference committee being formed to reconcile differences.

Why is this important

Avian influenza poses significant threats to Hawaii's poultry industry, wildlife populations, and potentially public health. Legislative action on this issue affects biosecurity measures, disease response protocols, and economic protections for the state's agricultural sector and native bird species.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of biosecurity requirements and their burden on small farms versus large operations
  • Balance between culling infected flocks versus alternative disease management approaches
  • Allocation of state funding and responsibility between agricultural and environmental protection agencies
  • Whether protections prioritize domestic poultry industry interests or native Hawaiian bird species conservation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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