URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ASSESS THE IMPACT OF JUG LINE FISHING AND TO ADOPT RULES PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 91, HAWAII REVISED STATUTES, NECESSARY TO ADDRESS ANY CONCERNS RAISED BY THE ASSESSMENT.

Summary

The resolution asks the Department of Land and Natural Resources to study how jug line fishing affects marine life and to create regulations under Chapter 91 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to address any problems found. It targets the practice of using floating jugs and high‑strength lines that can entangle sharks, turtles, monk seals and create long‑lasting debris. The measure seeks to protect Hawaii’s ocean ecosystem and endangered species.

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