HI HB1903

Requires first responders to record the type of snorkel and mask, if any, worn by persons during water rescue events in incident reports.

Defines "first responder" as employees of emergency services providers (firefighting, ocean safety, emergency medical services), police officers, or law enforcement personnel of the department of land and natural resources.

Cites Hawaii tourism authority snorkel safety study (August 2017 to April 2021) finding that drowning is the leading cause of visitor injury-related deaths and snorkeling is the most common associated activity.

Identifies lack of standardized data collection across counties regarding snorkel and mask types worn during incidents, with only Maui county currently recording this information.

Takes effect upon approval; known as the "David Losby Law."