HI HB2030

Requires the Department of Health to adopt administrative rules for underground storage tanks that are more stringent than federal regulations under 40 CFR Part 280, reflecting Hawaii's unique aquifer and groundwater system.

Removes the December 22, 1998 deadline for replacing or upgrading existing underground storage tanks, replacing it with an ongoing requirement to prevent releases during the operational life of tanks.

Establishes the Red Hill Task Force to study implementation of containment measures and safety compliance at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility, which stores up to 250 million gallons and is located 100 feet above a sole-source aquifer.

Task Force shall examine Navy compliance with administrative orders, feasibility of relocating or eliminating the Red Hill facility, fiscal impacts, and national security implications, with members including the Governor, Director of Health, Attorney General, legislative leaders, Honolulu Mayor, and representatives from EPA, Navy, and Sierra Club.

Task Force shall submit initial report by 20 days before the 2023 regular session and final report before 2024 regular session, with annual follow-up reports until dissolution on January 1, 2033; Act takes effect July 1, 2022.