HI HB347

Prohibits the Department of Land and Natural Resources from establishing or implementing bag limits on goats in public hunting areas.

Amends Section 183D-4, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to add language preventing the department from setting bag limits for goats specifically.

Addresses growing goat population concerns in west Hawaii island, where these non-native animals pose nuisance and safety concerns in neighborhoods and on roadways.

Recognizes hunters as essential conservation partners in controlling goat populations that damage environments lacking natural predators for the species.

Takes effect upon approval.