RELATING TO THE STATE SHRIMP.

SB 1082 designates the 'ōpae 'ula (a native Hawaiian shrimp species) as Hawaii's official state shrimp. This symbolic bill directly affects Hawaii's state identity and conservation recognition efforts. Its key mechanism is formally establishing the 'ōpae 'ula in state law to raise awareness about protecting anchialine pools - unique coastal ecosystems vital to Hawaii's biodiversity. The bill aims to highlight conservation needs through this state symbol, without imposing new regulations or funding.