HI HB1394

Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Forestry and Wildlife to manage overcrowded trailheads and hotspots identified in destination management plans across Hawaii.

Funds designated for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 (specific amounts not filled in) to cover office and field supplies, four four-wheel drive vehicles, and planning consultant contracts.

Establishes 6 new permanent positions: one Planner V on Oahu, three Specialist IV positions (one each on Maui, Oahu, and Kauai), one Technician on Kauai, and one Abstractor on Oahu.

Addresses overcrowding and resource degradation at Na Ala Hele trail sites caused by increased visitor and resident usage, particularly following COVID-19 pandemic outdoor migration and social media exposure.

Takes effect June 30, 3000 (apparent drafting error; likely intended as June 30, 2024 or later).