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Bill Summary · SB 315

Legislative bill overview

SB 315 addresses the management and control of feral pig populations in Hawaii. The bill has been referred to multiple committees (Water, Land & Agriculture; Agriculture & Environment; and Judiciary & Civil Law) and is currently in the legislative process for the 2026 session after being carried over from 2025.

Why is this important

Feral pigs cause significant agricultural and environmental damage in Hawaii, destroying crops, native ecosystems, and watershed areas while also posing public health and safety concerns. Legislative action on pig management affects farming communities, conservation efforts, hunting regulations, and state wildlife control budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Control methods and scope: Whether the bill authorizes lethal control, trapping, or other removal methods, and which lands (private, public, conservation areas) are covered
  • Hunting access vs. agricultural protection: Balancing recreational hunting interests against farmers' need for crop protection and environmental restoration
  • Funding and implementation: Who bears the cost of feral pig management and whether sufficient resources are allocated for enforcement and monitoring

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

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