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HB 1826

RELATING TO FERAL CHICKENS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cory Chun and 4 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 1826 addresses feral chicken population management through legislative action referred to agriculture and finance committees for policy development.

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Bill Summary · HB 1826

Legislative bill overview

HB 1826 addresses the management and control of feral chicken populations in Hawaii. The bill has recently been introduced and passed first reading, with referrals to the Agriculture (AGR) and Finance (FIN) committees for further consideration. The specific provisions have not yet been detailed in publicly available materials at this early legislative stage.

Why this is important

Feral chicken populations have become a significant issue in Hawaii, causing property damage, noise complaints, and ecological concerns. The bill represents an attempt to establish policy frameworks for managing these populations, which affect both urban and rural communities across the islands and have implications for agriculture, public health, and wildlife management.

Potential points of contention

  • Control methods and animal welfare: Disagreement may arise over appropriate management techniques, ranging from humane trapping and relocation to population culling, and their ethical justifications
  • Property rights versus public nuisance: Tension between residents protecting personal property interests and agricultural/environmental concerns about ecosystem impacts
  • Implementation costs and funding: The Finance Committee referral suggests budget implications; disputes may emerge over who bears costs (government, property owners, or other stakeholders)

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

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