Findings and declaration of necessity
HRS §195D-1
in effect195D-1. Findings and declaration of necessity
Since the discovery and settlement of the Hawaiian Islands by humans, many species of aquatic life, wildlife, and land plants that occurred naturally only in Hawaii have become extinct and many are threatened with extinction, primarily because of increased human use of the land and disturbance to native ecosystems.
All indigenous species of aquatic life,
wildlife, and land plants are integral parts of Hawaii's native ecosystems and
comprise the living heritage of Hawaii, for they represent a natural resource
of scientific, cultural, educational, environmental, and economic value to
future generations of Hawaii's people.
To insure the continued perpetuation of
indigenous aquatic life, wildlife, and land plants, and their habitats for
human enjoyment, for scientific purposes, and as members of ecosystems, it is
necessary that the State take positive actions to enhance their prospects for
survival.
[L 1975, c 65, pt of §1; am L 1983, c 111, §2; gen ch 1993]
Source: Hawaii State Legislature (capitol.hawaii.gov), via Internet Archive capturesURL: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/Vol03_Ch0121-0200D/HRS0195D/HRS_0195D-0001.htmFetched: 11/10/2026