Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR168

Introduced

3/8/24

Refer

3/14/24

Introduced

3/8/24

Refer

3/14/24

Caption

Urging The Department Of Natural Resources To Work With The Department Of Customer Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Appropriately Manage Feral Cat Concerns.

Impact

If enacted, SCR168 would lead to heightened awareness and implementation of practices aimed at addressing the feral cat crisis, which has been identified as a statewide issue. By encouraging the state and city agencies to partner with community organizations, SCR168 aims to provide essential resources and knowledge to the public. This could involve educational campaigns about feral cats and the medical support they can offer as emotional assistance animals, thus addressing both public safety and community sentiments regarding animal welfare.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution 168 (SCR168) urges the Department of Natural Resources to collaborate with the Department of Customer Services of the City and County of Honolulu to effectively manage the challenges posed by the feral cat population. This resolution stems from concerns that the proliferation of feral cats has reached a critical level, negatively impacting both public health and local resources. The resolution highlights the need for effective management strategies, primarily emphasizing the significance of trap and neuter programs as a key method to stabilize and reduce the feral cat numbers over time.

Contention

While SCR168 advocates for a cooperative approach to managing feral cats, it might face challenges from various stakeholders. Some community members might express concerns about the lack of aggressive management strategies, preferring more immediate action over educational or supportive measures. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on the effectiveness of trap and neuter programs versus other potential methods of population control, leading to discussions about the best practices for wildlife management and the appropriate use of public funds.

Implementation

The resolution encourages the Department of Land and Natural Resources to lead initiatives that not only focus on feral cat management but also foster collaborations with local veterinary services and animal welfare organizations. It points out the importance of disseminating informational resources to various stakeholders in the community, including residents, to build a more informed strategy to tackle the feral cat issues sustainably.

Latest SCR168 Activity

Companion Bills

HI SR142

Same As Urging The Department Of Natural Resources To Work With The Department Of Customer Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Appropriately Manage Feral Cat Concerns.

Previously Filed As

HI SR142

Urging The Department Of Natural Resources To Work With The Department Of Customer Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Appropriately Manage Feral Cat Concerns.

HI SCR92

Requesting The Department Of Agriculture, Department Of Land And Natural Resources, Department Of Health, And The City And County Of Honolulu, To Create A Working Group To Identify Solutions To Mitigate And Control The Significant Increase In The Population Of Feral Chickens And Roosters Across The Island Of Oahu.

HI SR85

Requesting The Department Of Agriculture, Department Of Land And Natural Resources, Department Of Health, The City And County Of Honolulu, And The County Of Hawaii, To Collaborate To Establish And Implement A Five-year Pilot Program To Mitigate And Control The Significant Increase In The Population Of Feral Chickens, Roosters, And Pigs.

HI SCR210

Requesting The Department Of Accounting And General Services And Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Work With The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Community Gardens On Underutilized Public Land.

HI HCR47

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Convene A Working Group To Inform The Public About The Options Available To Address The State's Feral Chicken Population.

HI HR36

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Convene A Working Group To Inform The Public About The Options Available To Address The State's Feral Chicken Population.

HI HCR15

Urging The Department Of Land And Natural Resources And City And County Of Honolulu To Implement Green Fire Breaks In West Oahu To Mitigate The Risk Of Wildfires.

HI SR186

HI HR15

Urging The Department Of Land And Natural Resources And City And County Of Honolulu To Implement Green Fire Breaks In West Oahu To Mitigate The Risk Of Wildfires.

HI SCR116

Urging The Department Of Transportation To Work With The City And County Of Honolulu To Plan And Implement Options For Alternative Ingress And Egress Routes In Pacific Palisades.

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HI HR94

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HI HCR99

HI HR111

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HI SR113

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HI SCR220

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HI SR195

HI SCR36

Urging The Department Of Planning And Permitting Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, And The Honolulu City Council To Ensure Greater Public Input Prior To The Construction Of Wind Machines Having A Rated Capacity Of Up To One Hundred Kilowatts.