Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR25

Introduced
2/24/23  
Refer
3/3/23  
Report Pass
3/30/23  
Refer
3/30/23  
Report Pass
4/5/23  
Engrossed
4/5/23  

Caption

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Operations And Management Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources' Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation.

Impact

The resolution aims to address issues raised by community members related to the Division's management practices. These issues include ineffective communication, numerous complaints, and ongoing employee misconduct cases, which suggest a need for improved operational practices. A performance audit could lead to significant changes to state laws concerning boating management, potentially improving the safety and regulatory environment for recreational activities.

Summary

HCR25, House Concurrent Resolution No. 25, requests the Auditor to conduct a performance audit of the operations and management of the Department of Land and Natural Resources' (DLNR) Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation. This Division is responsible for managing the state’s small boat harbors, mooring facilities, and various ocean recreation programs. The bill highlights long-standing community concerns regarding the Division's communication with the boating community, as well as inconsistent enforcement and oversight of boating regulations.

Contention

There are notable points of contention presented in discussions surrounding HCR25. The recurring theme is the necessity of the audit in light of past findings from previous audits that identified mismanagement as a problem. Proponents argue that a performance audit is essential to ensure accountability and transparency in how boating resources are managed, which can positively affect public trust. However, some may view this as an overreach or unnecessary intervention by external auditors, depending on the interpretation of existing management practices.

Companion Bills

HI HR27

Same As Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Operations And Management Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources' Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR50

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Operations And Management Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources' Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation.

HI HR39

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Operations And Management Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources' Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation.

HI SCR225

Urging The Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Use Job Order Contracting For Boating And Ocean Recreation Facility Maintenance And Repair.

HI SR201

Urging The Division Of Boating And Ocean Recreation Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Use Job Order Contracting For Boating And Ocean Recreation Facility Maintenance And Repair.

HI SCR192

Requesting The Office Of The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Plant Pest Control Branch And Plant Quarantine Branch Within The Plant Industry Division Of The Department Of Agriculture.

HI SR164

Requesting The Office Of The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of The Plant Pest Control Branch And Plant Quarantine Branch Within The Plant Industry Division Of The Department Of Agriculture.

HI HCR78

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Sunrise Review Of The Potential Impacts Of Licensure And Regulation Of Certain Human Resources Management Personnel.

HI HCR25

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Management And Financial Audit Of The Hawaii Film And Creative Industries Development Special Fund.

HI HCR192

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct An Audit Of The Department Of Education's Statewide Backlog Of Capital Improvement Repair And Maintenance Projects.

HI HCR83

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Work With The National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration And Other Experts To Conduct A Study On The Population Status Of Coral Reef Herbivores Around The Island Of Oahu And Develop Effective Policies For Substantially Increasing Those Populations Within A Decade.

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