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HI SCR84
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Department of Law Enforcement directed to convene a Search and Rescue Working Group to develop recommendations deterring illegal hiking trail use and addressing rising search and rescue costs
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Working group to examine existing fines and fees for illegal hiking incidents, propose new or amended penalties, and review collection processes
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Working group to study policies from other states (Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, Oregon, South Dakota, Vermont) that impose financial penalties for rescue operations
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Working group composition includes Director of Law Enforcement, Attorney General, a judiciary member, county police chiefs, county fire chiefs, and county prosecutors
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Working group required to submit findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2025 Regular Session convenes
Legislative Description
Requesting The Department Of Law Enforcement To Convene A Search And Rescue Working Group To Develop And Make Recommendations To Deter Hikers From Entering Illegal Hiking Trails And To Address Rising Search And Rescue Costs Facing The State And Counties Due To Increased Illegal Hiking Traffic.
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Last Action
Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 27
4/5/2024