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HI HR101

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/30/2023

Primary Sponsor

Cedric Gates

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

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

  • Requests the Department of Health make beach sand testing at Pokai Bay a priority of its 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 pollution and contamination risks.

  • Requires the Department of Health to collaborate with state and county agencies and submit a report on findings, cost estimates, and proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2024 Regular Session.

  • 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 results.

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Health To Prioritize Testing And Research Of Beach Sand Contamination Levels At Pokai Bay And Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu Department Of Parks And Recreation To Prioritize Renovations Of The Restroom Facilities At Pokai Bay.

DOH

Last Action

Resolution adopted in final form.

3/30/2023

Committee Referrals

Water & Land3/15/2023

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