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HI SB2933
Bill
Status
1/24/2024
Primary Sponsor
Mike Gabbard
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I of the Hawaii Constitution establishing inherent and inalienable rights to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches for all people including future generations.
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The amendment reflects Native Hawaiian values and the concept of "Aloha Aina" (love of the land) while complementing existing constitutional environmental protections.
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Creates a new constitutional section titled "Environmental Rights" that prohibits infringement of these environmental rights.
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Ballot question asks voters whether to amend the Constitution to ensure these environmental rights shall be protected and shall not be infringed.
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Amendment takes effect upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution.
Legislative Description
Proposing An Amendment To Article I Of The Constitution Of The State Of Hawaii To Recognize And Protect The Inherent And Inalienable Right Of All People To Clean Water And Air, A Healthful Environment And Climate, Healthy Native Ecosystems, And Beaches.
Constitutional Amendment
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC/WAM.
2/16/2024