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HI SR11

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/3/2022

Primary Sponsor

Lynn Decoite

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Department of Land and Natural Resources' Commission on Water Resource Management requested to conduct a study on potable and non-potable water capacity in Maui County to support affordable housing expansion.

  • Study must examine natural and artificial water sources, water infrastructure, volume, current use, and projected use of potable and non-potable water across various regions in Maui County.

  • Commission directed to investigate water resources available to accommodate residential development and consult with community members and relevant entities.

  • Commission required to submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2023 Regular Session convening.

  • Background: Hawaii faces housing crisis requiring 57,000 additional affordable units by 2025; Maui County experienced Stage 1 water shortage declaration from July to October 2021 due to drought conditions.

Legislative Description

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources' Commission On Water Resource Management To Conduct A Study On Water Resources For The Development Of Affordable Housing.

Study

Last Action

The committee on WTL deferred the measure.

4/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Water and Land3/8/2022

Full Bill Text

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