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New Hawaii Inspections: Protecting Against Invasive Species

This act introduces mandatory inspections of baggage, cargo, and persons traveling to and from Hawaii to prevent the spread of harmful plant and animal species. This means travelers may experience additional checks at airports and ports, and new fees for these services. The goal is to protect Hawaii's unique environment, which may impact travel costs and waiting times.
Key points
Mandatory pre-clearance inspections for all travel to and from Hawaii: baggage, cargo, and persons will be checked for invasive species.
Inspections will occur at airports, ports, and postal facilities for both domestic and international travel.
Fees will be collected for these inspection services, potentially increasing travel costs to or from Hawaii.
A list of prohibited items will be published, and discovered harmful materials will be seized.
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Print number: 118_HR_2881
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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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 118_HR_2881.

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 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory pre-clearance inspections for all travel to and from Hawaii: baggage, cargo, and persons will be checked for invasive species.
  • Inspections will occur at airports, ports, and postal facilities for both domestic and international travel.
  • Fees will be collected for these inspection services, potentially increasing travel costs to or from Hawaii.
  • A list of prohibited items will be published, and discovered harmful materials will be seized.
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 Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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