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House passes bill to combat rhinoceros beetle on second reading

The House of Representatives has passed on second reading a bill to combat the coconut rhinoceros beetle.

New interim rule aims to curb spread of coconut rhinoceros beetles

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture has established a new interim rule to help stop the movement of the coconut rhinoceros beetle from designated beetle-infested areas to non-infested areas in the state.

Kihei Tree Trimmer Fined $10,000 in Fatality Investigation

Hawai‘i Occupational Safety and Health Division (HIOSH) has completed its investigation of the July 7, 2011 fatality that claimed the life of a 39-year-old Kihei tree trimmer.