14 June 2010 0 Comments

Shark Fins No More: Hawaiian Shark Fin Ban

Hawaii has become the first state in the United States to ban shark fins.  On Friday 28th May 2010, Governor Linda Lingle signed a bill prohibiting the possession, sale, trade or distribution of sharks fins. Exceptions will be made for researchers who have obtained a special permit. Lawmakers hope the new law, the first of [...]