HI SR136

Urges the Department of Health to prioritize testing and research of fecal indicator bacteria (FIB) levels and other pollutants in beach sand at Pokai Bay.

Requests the Department of Health make FIB and pollutant testing in beach sand at Pokai Bay a priority of the Department's non-point source pollution program.

Directs the Department of Health to develop a plan to increase water circulation at Pokai Bay to improve water quality and mitigate environmental and health risks, in collaboration with other state and county agencies.

Requires the Department of Health to submit a report on collaborative activities, findings, cost estimates, and proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2023 Regular Session convenes.

Requests the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation prioritize renovations of restroom facilities at Pokai Bay based on the Department of Health's testing and research results.