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Hawaii Invasive Species Protection: New Travel Inspections

This act introduces mandatory pre-clearance inspections for all travel to and from Hawaii to prevent the spread of harmful invasive species. This means travelers and their belongings will be screened for prohibited items, potentially affecting travel times and incurring inspection fees.
Key points
All persons, baggage, and cargo traveling to or from Hawaii will undergo inspections for invasive species.
Inspections will occur at airports, ports, and postal facilities before direct travel.
Fees may be charged for these inspection services, impacting travel costs.
Discovered high-risk materials will be seized and disposed of.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_388
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Process start date: 2021-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hawaii Invasive Species Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_388.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All persons, baggage, and cargo traveling to or from Hawaii will undergo inspections for invasive species.
  • Inspections will occur at airports, ports, and postal facilities before direct travel.
  • Fees may be charged for these inspection services, impacting travel costs.
  • Discovered high-risk materials will be seized and disposed of.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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