HI SB509

Requires each state executive department to identify existing and planned facilities vulnerable to sea level rise, flooding, and natural hazards using the Hawaii sea level rise vulnerability and adaptation report and State of Hawaii hazard mitigation plan.

Mandates departments assess mitigation options for vulnerable facilities, including flood-proofing and relocation, while prioritizing disaster resilience, protecting vulnerable populations, and implementing nature-based solutions.

Requires each department to establish staff-level points of contact to coordinate with the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission on sea level rise adaptation, flooding, and resilience efforts.

Mandates annual reports to the governor, legislature, and Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission detailing facility vulnerability assessments and progress implementing sea level rise and disaster resiliency considerations.

Declares planning and implementing disaster resilience and climate adaptation policies, including sea level rise considerations, as a statewide state function; effective July 1, 2112.