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HI HB1200

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2017

Primary Sponsor

Joy San Buenaventura

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources for fiscal year 2017-2018 to conduct a feasibility study for a swimming area in Pohoiki on the island of Hawaii.

  • Requires the department to develop plans for a safe swim area in cooperation with the United States Army Corps of Engineers, County of Hawaii, and stakeholders.

  • Addresses the need for ocean access in Puna district, where the Kalapana area was inundated by lava and residents currently lack a safe beach area for swimming.

  • Notes that the Pohoiki boat ramp is the only ocean launching facility and access point in Puna, creating safety concerns as over 100 swimmers may use it simultaneously while boats enter and exit.

  • Takes effect on March 15, 2099.

Legislative Description

Making An Appropriation For A Feasibility Study And Plans For A Swim Area In Pohoiki.

Appropriation ($)

Last Action

Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.

3/23/2017

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/23/2017
Water and Land3/9/2017
Finance2/15/2017
Water & Land1/30/2017

Full Bill Text

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