S.C.R. No. 139 Summary

• Urges the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) to recognize eFoil vessels as "thrill craft" under Hawaii law, defined as motorized vessels less than 13 feet in length capable of exceeding 20 miles per hour.

• Directs DLNR to enforce existing state speed restrictions for thrill craft when eFoil vessels operate near swimmers, beachgoers, marine life, and traditional surfers.

• Requires DLNR to develop new administrative rules establishing minimum distance requirements for eFoil vessels operating near swimmers, beachgoers, marine life, and traditional surf line-ups.

• Urges DLNR to collaborate with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to enforce the Marine Mammal Protection Act regarding eFoil vessel impacts on marine life.

• Directs transmission of certified copies to the NOAA Administrator and Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources.