HI SCR151

Request the Hawaii Tourism Authority to work with the Department of Transportation to develop and air public service announcements on commercial passenger air flights to Hawaii

Include in announcements information about the state's unique and fragile ecosystems and recommendations for visitors and residents on caring for these ecosystems

Include specific information about Hawaiian monk seals and proper behavior if encountered, along with applicable federal and state laws regarding endangered species

Address recent intentional killings of Hawaiian monk seals on Kauai and Molokai by establishing comprehensive outreach to inform residents and visitors about the endangered species and ecosystem protection

Committee recommends adoption of the resolution to leverage the Hawaii Tourism Authority and Department of Transportation's unique position to educate incoming visitors about endangered Hawaiian wildlife