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HI HR154

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/4/2018

Primary Sponsor

Cedric Gates

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the Department of Land and Natural Resources to remove abandoned vehicles, garbage, and marine debris from public parks and beaches within ten business days of being reported.

  • Identifies abandoned vehicles, garbage, and marine debris as environmental concerns, public safety risks, and public health issues in Hawaii's parks and beaches.

  • Notes that littered areas attract illegal activities, deter public use, and create dangerous conditions for residents and children.

  • Highlights that abandoned vehicles can leak toxic chemicals into ground and water for months, and garbage odors discourage park and beach visitation.

  • Requires certified copies of the resolution be sent to the Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources and the Mayor of each county.

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Remove Abandoned Vehicles, Garbage, And Marine Debris From Public Parks And Beaches In The State Within Ten Business Days Of The Date That The Abandoned Vehicle, Garbage, Or Marine Debris Was Reported To The Department.

Department of Land and Natural Resources

Last Action

Resolution adopted in final form.

4/4/2018

Committee Referrals

Finance3/28/2018
Water & Land3/13/2018

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