HI HB2381

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 200-4 to add a new subsection (c) that defines "commercial activity" for ocean recreation and coastal areas regulation.

Defines "commercial activity" as any action designed for profit including exchange of commodities, provision of trade-related services, activities by commercial operators or their agents, and solicitation of business through notices, cards, or advertisements.

Excludes from the definition of "commercial activity" any land-based sales of watersports equipment or merchandise and land-based advertisements or sales of vouchers or tickets for water-based activities.

Maintains the chairperson's authority to adopt rules regulating commercial activities in state waters, including operations originating from private marinas, without requiring additional permits for activities already regulated by other chapters.

Takes effect on December 24, 2088.