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HI SR168
Resolution
AI Summary
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Request that the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development formulate and implement a statewide policy to mitigate impacts of rising sea levels on Hawaii's coastline and beaches
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Require a comprehensive study on effects of rising sea levels on coastlines and beaches in each county, including impacts on county-jurisdiction beach parks
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Direct submission of findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2023 Regular Session convenes
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Cite data showing sea level around Hilo Bay has risen 10 inches since 1950, with recent acceleration to approximately 1 inch every 4 years
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Note that coastal erosion has caused loss of 13 miles of beaches statewide, with 10 percent of Oahu beaches and 70 percent of state beaches currently threatened
Legislative Description
Requesting The Office Of Planning And Sustainable Development To Formulate And Implement Policies To Mitigate The Impacts Of Rising Sea Levels On The State's Coastline, Including Beaches.
Beaches
Last Action
The committee on WTL deferred the measure.
4/1/2022