HI HR153

Urges the Department of Health to prioritize testing and research of fecal indicator bacteria (FIB) levels and other pollutants in beach sand at Pokai Bay on Oahu's Leeward Coast.

Requests the Department of Health to make FIB testing and pollution research at Pokai Bay a priority of its non-point source pollution program.

Directs the Department of Health to develop a plan to increase water circulation at Pokai Bay to improve water quality and mitigate health and environmental risks from pollution and contaminants.

Requires the Department of Health to collaborate with state and county agencies and submit a report on findings, cost estimates, and proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2022 Regular Session convenes.

Requests the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation to prioritize renovations of restroom facilities at Pokai Bay based on the Department of Health's testing results.