Informing the Legislature that on June 5, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2756 HD1 CD1 (ACT 097).

This bill directs the state to spend $2,365,000 on new equipment for the Hawaii island branch of the Department of Land and Natural Resources' conservation enforcement division. The funds will purchase one maritime patrol vessel and twenty police-marked vehicles to support officers who will be trained at a new academy launching in 2026. The legislation addresses a shortage of serviceable vehicles and the need for additional marine patrol capabilities in West Hawaii. These resources are scheduled to become available on July 1, 2026.