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HI HR117
Resolution
Status
3/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Linda Ichiyama
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AI Summary
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Requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources investigate the causes of the critically endangered palila bird's decline on Mauna Kea, where over 96 percent of the world's palila population resides.
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Directs examination of results from the federal court mandate to eradicate sheep on Mauna Kea and assess the effectiveness of protective measures, despite the Mauna Kea Mamane-Naio Forest recovering after livestock removal.
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Notes that only approximately 1,000 mature adult palila remain on Mauna Kea despite eradication of sheep and goats and forest recovery, and acknowledges 2021 wildfires that burned over 40,000 acres further endangered the species and habitat.
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Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days prior to the 2024 Regular Session.
Legislative Description
Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Investigate The Causes Of And Update Key Information On, Including Facts And Statistics, The Decline Of The Critically Endangered Palila (loxioidies Bailleui) Bird On Mauna Kea.
Endangered Species
Last Action
Referred to WAL, referral sheet 20
3/15/2023