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HI HB540
Bill
Status
1/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ikaika Olds
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person or public water supplier from adding fluoride to Hawaii's public water systems
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Preempts and voids all existing state and local laws, executive orders, ordinances, regulations, or rules that regulate fluoride use in public water systems
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Amends Section 340E-7, Hawaii Revised Statutes, by adding a new subsection (k) to the list of prohibited acts for water suppliers
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Legislative findings cite concerns that fluoride is a "presumed" hazard according to the National Toxicology Program, an endocrine disruptor linked to lower IQs in children, thyroid dysfunction, and other health issues
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Takes effect upon approval by the governor
Legislative Description
Related To Safe Water.
Fluoridation
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025