HB 1928 Summary

• Authorizes residents to bring nuisance abatement suits under Hawaii Revised Statutes chapter 712, part V, to enjoin and abate cannabis smoke and odors drifting into residential units they own, lease, or rent.

• Creates an exemption from nuisance liability if the cannabis user implements intensive carbon air filtration to mitigate smoke and odor drift.

• Creates an exemption from nuisance liability if the cannabis user reaches an agreement with the complainant through mediation services.

• Creates an exemption from nuisance liability if the cannabis user voluntarily switches to non-smoking consumption methods, including edibles, tinctures, beverages, and pills.

• Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, or proceedings that existed before the law's effective date.