RELATING TO BIOSECURITY.

Renamed the Department of Agriculture to Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, and the Board of Agriculture to Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, reflecting expanded responsibilities.

Transferred the Invasive Species Council from the Department of Land and Natural Resources to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity.

Created a new Deputy Chairperson for Biosecurity position to oversee all state biosecurity initiatives and coordinate with relevant chapters.

Established a biosecurity emergency response program with trained professional teams to respond to breaches in biosecurity measures and new organism introductions.

Authorized private transitional facilities for imported goods where licensed biosecurity inspectors can inspect items before delivery, reducing port delays while maintaining security.

Created a new licensing program for biosecurity inspectors to conduct inspections at transitional facilities, with training and examination requirements.

Established a plant care component program requiring certification for wood chips, compost, and filter socks to reduce pest risks.

Created government-industry agreements for readiness and response to prevent and address unwanted organisms.

Established a pest management plan process allowing persons to propose plans for managing and eradicating pests.

Appropriated funds for biosecurity requirements and plant care component programs, including positions for plant quarantine inspectors.

Increased fines for biosecurity violations and added administrative penalty authority for plant care component program violations.

Set effective dates for various provisions, with most biosecurity emergency and transitional facility provisions taking effect January 1, 2027, while some enforcement provisions begin July 1, 2025.

Created a new Invasive Species Council to coordinate state, federal, and local efforts against invasive species, with specific representation from multiple state departments and the University of Hawaii.

Appropriated funds for a new full-time Deputy Director of Biosecurity position and additional positions for plant pest and disease control and pesticide management.

Authorized the Department to declare biosecurity emergencies, during which the Governor may requisition property and the Department is exempt from certain state laws.

Expanded inspection authority to include entering aircraft, vessels, and personal effects of passengers to detect prohibited plants and animals.

Mandated creation of an invasive species dashboard to provide real-time treatment area data to the public, with non-compliance resulting in loss of public funding.

Established a formal process for individuals to submit and have reviewed pest management plans for specific organisms.

Renamed the Department of Agriculture to Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and the Board of Agriculture to Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, expanding their authority.

Required the invasive species dashboard to be established by December 1, 2025.

Renamed the Department of Agriculture to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, and the Board of Agriculture to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, reflecting the expanded mandate.

Created a new Deputy Chairperson for Biosecurity position to oversee all state biosecurity initiatives including programs under chapters 142, 150A, and 194.

Established a biosecurity emergency response program requiring the department to create emergency response teams, provide critical incident stress debriefing, and coordinate public and private resources for biosecurity emergencies.

Authorized the creation of private transitional facilities where imported goods can be inspected away from ports/airports to reduce delays while maintaining biosecurity standards.

Created a new licensing program for biosecurity inspectors administered by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, requiring training and examination.

Created a new Plant Care Component Program to regulate wood chips, compost, and filter socks, requiring certification and treatment before distribution or transport.

Required the department to establish an invasive species dashboard providing real-time data on treatment areas, hosted and managed by the department.

Mandated government-industry agreements requiring businesses to participate in readiness and response activities to prevent and address unwanted organisms.

Authorized the department to establish pest management plans submitted by any person proposing to classify organisms as pests, with public hearing and board approval.

Increased penalties for violations of biosecurity laws, raising fines from $50-$5,000 to $100-$10,000 for first offenses and from $250-$15,000 to $500-$25,000 for second offenses.

Established new felony penalties for intentionally transporting prohibited animals, restricted plants, or pests without permits, with fines up to $200,000.

Appropriated funds for biosecurity requirements, plant care component program implementation, and new plant quarantine inspector positions, though specific dollar amounts remain blank in the text.

Set effective dates with Part II and sections 27-28 taking effect July 1, 2025; sections 19-20 taking effect November 1, 2027; and Parts IV, VI, and sections 23-25, 29 taking effect January 1, 2027.