HI HR108

Recognizes that pollinator species, including honeybees and native bees, are vital to Hawaii's agricultural production, with approximately 70% of the state's food crops depending on pollination.

Identifies seven species of Hawaiian yellow-faced bees listed as endangered or threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 2016, along with twenty extinct honeycreeper species.

Recognizes neonicotinoid insecticides as a significant threat to pollinators due to their persistence in the environment and widespread use on seeds, fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.

Urges the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Department of Agriculture to take measures authorized by law to limit pollinator exposure to neonicotinoids.

Requests both departments submit a report detailing their specific measures and any proposed legislation to limit neonicotinoid exposure no later than twenty days prior to the 2020 Regular Session.