Relating To Nuisance.

SB2166

Establishes liability for any individual who keeps, feeds, or harbors chickens, ungulates, or felids that cause damage to the private property of another individual. Requires the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to conduct a study to determine whether feral chickens should be classified as an invasive species.

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Chair, Vice Chair, and Committee Members:

I respectfully support SB 2166 because it provides a clear legal framework to address property damage and nuisance conditions caused by feral and free-ranging animals, including chickens, ungulates, and felids. The lack of accountability for individuals who intentionally feed or harbor these animals has led to ongoing conflicts, property harm, and degraded quality of life for many residents. Establishing strict liability aligns with existing law that holds owners responsible when their domesticated animals cause similar harms. Requiring the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to study whether feral chickens should be classified as an invasive species will ensure policy decisions are informed by scientific evaluation and may support future management strategies. I urge the committees to pass SB 2166.

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Chair, Vice Chair, and Committee Members:

I respectfully support SB 2166 because it provides a clear legal framework to address property damage and nuisance conditions caused by feral and free-ranging animals, including chickens, ungulates, and felids. The lack of accountability for individuals who intentionally feed or harbor these animals has led to ongoing conflicts, property harm, and degraded quality of life for many residents. Establishing strict liability aligns with existing law that holds owners responsible when their domesticated animals cause similar harms. Requiring the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to study whether feral chickens should be classified as an invasive species will ensure policy decisions are informed by scientific evaluation and may support future management strategies. I urge the committees to pass SB 2166.

Thank you for the opportunity to testify.

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