HI HB12

Clarifies that persons entering private property for recreational purposes have no cause of action unless exempted under law, eliminating liability for landowners who permit recreational use.

Requires courts to award landowners' reasonable attorneys' fees and costs when plaintiffs bring actions with no reasonable basis against them.

Establishes that persons and minors participating in outdoor recreational activities automatically assume the inherent risks, dangers, and hazards of those activities as a matter of law.

Expands the definition of "recreational purpose" to include biking, spectating, and motorsports in addition to existing activities like hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking.

Clarifies that "recreational user" includes minors and refers to any person invited or permitted without charge to enter property for recreational purposes.