HI HCR38

Requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources to study the effects of sports field and court lights on the migratory patterns of seabirds in Hawaii

Requires the Department to submit findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2012

Addresses concern that seabirds use moon and stars for navigation and mistake bright lights for celestial bodies, causing harm to endangered species

References 2005 federal notification to Kauai County regarding lighting violations under the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which led to installation of shielded lights at three football fields

Notes all counties face potential federal compliance costs related to migratory bird protection regarding sports field lighting