HAR §4-70-14. Permits

(a) Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of pineapple plants or other plants in the family Bromeliaceae for propagation under the branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine pursuant to sections 4-70-3, 4-70-4, 4-70-5, and 4-70-15, unless otherwise provided in section 4-70-15. (b) Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of plant and plant parts of pineapple for processing, manufacturing, or other non-propagative purposes when the conditions for the importation satisfy the chief that the introduction can be made with a reasonable degree of safety relative to the risk of insect, pest, or disease introduction. (c) Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of plants and plant parts in the Bromeliaceae family other than the genus Ananas for processing, manufacturing, or other non-propagative purposes provided the importation is accompanied by a certificate of treatment indicating an approved treatment procedure. [Eff. 7/13/81; am 11/13/01; comp MAY 15 2021] (Auth: HRS §§141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS §150A-6.1)