SB 2078: DLNR; AQUARIUM FISHING; FINE INCREASE; RULES
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2026-02-19
Current Status:
In Progress
(2026-03-12: Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 17)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Final Decking
Enacted
Version:
Clarifies that rules adopted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources pursuant to section 190-3, HRS, may regulate aquarium fish permits. Establishes a criminal penalty and monetary fines for aquarium fishing violations. Clarifies that each fish or aquatic life specimen taken in violation of certain fishing laws regarding aquarium fish and the possession and use of prohibited explosives, electrofishing devices, and poisonous substances constitutes a separate offense. (SD1)
Discussed in Hearing
Feb 26, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary
Feb 18, 2026
Senate Standing Committee on Water, Land, Culture and the Arts
Feb 18, 2026