HI SCR63

Requests counties and the Department of Health to continue working on sustainable water measures and support ongoing water conservation efforts in Hawaii.

Urges counties to update plumbing codes to the most recent versions before mandatory deadlines take effect in 2020.

Requests counties to contemplate developing stormwater utilities to encourage sustainable stormwater management practices.

Directs the Department of Health to continue developing on-site non-potable water reuse system rules to ensure safe and efficient use of recycled water at the building level.

Notes that Hawaii rainfall has decreased 22 percent over the last 30 years, with projections showing only 75 percent of 1985 rainfall levels by 2030 if current trends continue.