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SB139Introduced in the Senate

Relating To Invasive Species.

IntroducedSenate Agriculture and Environment

Introduced by Jarrett Keohokalole, District 24

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Authorizes any department of the Invasive Species Council, county, or any agent of a department of the Invasive Species Council or a county, including the Hawaii Ant Lab or an island-based invasive species committee to use community action programs for the control or eradication of certain invasive pests. Defines community action program. Exempts individuals participating in a community action program from pest control operator requirements and regulations.

Where it stands

Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, CPN/WAM.

January 21, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Pending Introduction.

  2. Introduced and passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to AEN/WTL, CPN/WAM.

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

  5. Re-Referred to AEN/WLA, CPN/WAM.

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