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HI SR18
Resolution
AI Summary
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Urges the state to ban single-use plastic goods and plastic bags consistent with the ordinance passed by the Honolulu City Council.
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Calls for the state to eliminate the use of single-use plastic tableware at all state department meetings and functions to demonstrate sustainability leadership.
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References existing efforts by Maui County and Hawaii County that have banned polystyrene containers and the state's commitment to reduce carbon-based single-use plastics by 2030.
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Requires certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Governor, Comptroller, and heads of all state departments including Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Labor, and Transportation.
Legislative Description
Urging The State To Ban Single-use Plastic Goods And Plastic Bags And To Set A Sustainability Example By Eliminating The Use Of Single-use Plastic Tableware At State Department Meetings And Functions.
Keiki Caucus
Last Action
Report and Resolution Adopted, as amended (SD 1), with Senator Nishihara voting "Aye, with reservations"; and Senator Fevella voting "No".
6/24/2020