HI HCR306

Requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a comprehensive study on effective, efficient, and humane methods for controlling and reducing the statewide feral pig population, tailored to specific site types (private, government, hunting areas, residential/urban).

Directs DLNR to consult with eight stakeholder groups including the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hawaii Department of Agriculture, University of Hawaii, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, county agencies, affected private landowners, Hawaiian Humane Society, and pig hunting organizations.

Documents that feral pigs cause significant environmental damage including erosion and mosquito breeding grounds, threaten native species, transmit diseases to livestock and people, and have increased nuisance complaints (12 calls per month on Oahu in 2006; over 240 calls in Hawaii County within two months in 2007).

Requires DLNR to submit findings, recommendations, and any necessary legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2011 Regular Session convenes.

Notes that previous studies and recommendations from 2005-2006 resolutions have not adequately addressed the ongoing feral pig problem, prompting this new comprehensive study.