Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR42 Compare Versions

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1	1	HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. NO. 42 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII HOUSE RESOLUTION requesting the formation of a working group to address the environmental concerns at Pōkaʻī BaY.
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3	3	HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. NO. 42
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29	29	HOUSE RESOLUTION
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35	35	requesting the formation of a working group to address the environmental concerns at Pōkaʻī BaY.
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43	43	WHEREAS, Pōkaʻī Bay is a vital natural and cultural resource for the community of Waiʻanae, providing recreational, environmental, and economic benefits; and WHEREAS, addressing environmental concerns is important to preserve Pōkaʻī Bay and its long-term viability for future generations; and WHEREAS, pollution, sedimentation, and lack of adequate infrastructure continue to degrade Pōkaʻī Bay; and WHEREAS, the degradation of Pōkaʻī Bay has significantly impacted marine life, water quality, and public access; and WHEREAS, the local community, residents, cultural practitioners, and businesses have expressed concerns regarding the condition of Pōkaʻī Bay and the need for immediate action to restore and maintain its ecosystem; and WHEREAS, collaboration between government agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders is necessary to develop sustainable management practices and implement practical solutions for the preservation of Pōkaʻī Bay; and WHEREAS, this body finds that the threats to the wildlife of Pōkaʻī Bay and its pristine beauty requires immediate and decisive action; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that a working group be established to address environmental concerns at Pōkaʻī Bay; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to consist of the following members: (1) The Director of the Pacific Southwest Office of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; (2) The Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources; (3) The Director of Transportation; (4) The Representative of House District 45; (5) The Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Facility Maintenance; (6) The Councilmember of District 1 of the City and County of Honolulu; and (7) The Chair of the Wai'anae Coast Neighborhood Board No. 24; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to invite other individuals with relevant experience and expertise to be members of the working group, including: (1) A marine biologist from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa; (2) A representative from the fishing industry; and (3) Any other members the working group deems necessary; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the working group is requested to conduct a comprehensive environmental assessment to determine the primary sources of pollution and sedimentation at Pōkaʻī Bay; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to assess the feasibility and estimated costs of: (1) Erosion control measures to prevent further degradation of the bay; (2) Water quality monitoring programs to ensure ongoing assessment; (3) Additional trash receptacles and regular cleanup efforts to improve waste management; (4) Marine habitat restoration projects; (5) Conscious harbor practices at the bay, including prohibiting commercial boats from anchoring in the bay and boat owners from emptying their holding tanks that contain sewage into the bay; (6) Fisheries certification programs to promote sustainable fishing practices; and (7) Public facilities improvements to support responsible recreation and tourism; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to make recommendations to reduce or prevent adverse environmental impacts on the bay based on its assessment; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to conduct community engagement and educational initiatives to raise awareness of the protection of the bay; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to meet on a quarterly basis; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to provide a quarterly report to the House of Representatives; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group shall cease on June 30, 2027; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City and County of Honolulu is requested to allocate funding and resources to implement the working group's recommendations; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Director of the Pacific Southwest Office of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources; Director of Transportation; Representative of House District 45; Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Facility Maintenance; Councilmember of District 1 of the City and County of Honolulu; Chair of the Wai'anae Coast Neighborhood Board No. 24; and Chancellor of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. OFFERED BY: _____________________________
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45	45	WHEREAS, Pōkaʻī Bay is a vital natural and cultural resource for the community of Waiʻanae, providing recreational, environmental, and economic benefits; and
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49	49	WHEREAS, addressing environmental concerns is important to preserve Pōkaʻī Bay and its long-term viability for future generations; and
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53	53	WHEREAS, pollution, sedimentation, and lack of adequate infrastructure continue to degrade Pōkaʻī Bay; and
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57	57	WHEREAS, the degradation of Pōkaʻī Bay has significantly impacted marine life, water quality, and public access; and
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61	61	WHEREAS, the local community, residents, cultural practitioners, and businesses have expressed concerns regarding the condition of Pōkaʻī Bay and the need for immediate action to restore and maintain its ecosystem; and
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65	65	WHEREAS, collaboration between government agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders is necessary to develop sustainable management practices and implement practical solutions for the preservation of Pōkaʻī Bay; and
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69	69	WHEREAS, this body finds that the threats to the wildlife of Pōkaʻī Bay and its pristine beauty requires immediate and decisive action; now, therefore,
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73	73	BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that a working group be established to address environmental concerns at Pōkaʻī Bay; and
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77	77	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to consist of the following members:
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81	81	(1) The Director of the Pacific Southwest Office of the United States Environmental Protection Agency;
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85	85	(2) The Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources;
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93	93	(4) The Representative of House District 45;
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97	97	(5) The Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Facility Maintenance;
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101	101	(6) The Councilmember of District 1 of the City and County of Honolulu; and
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109	109	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to invite other individuals with relevant experience and expertise to be members of the working group, including:
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121	121	(3) Any other members the working group deems necessary; and
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125	125	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the working group is requested to conduct a comprehensive environmental assessment to determine the primary sources of pollution and sedimentation at Pōkaʻī Bay; and
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129	129	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to assess the feasibility and estimated costs of:
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133	133	(1) Erosion control measures to prevent further degradation of the bay;
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141	141	(3) Additional trash receptacles and regular cleanup efforts to improve waste management;
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149	149	(5) Conscious harbor practices at the bay, including prohibiting commercial boats from anchoring in the bay and boat owners from emptying their holding tanks that contain sewage into the bay;
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153	153	(6) Fisheries certification programs to promote sustainable fishing practices; and
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161	161	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to make recommendations to reduce or prevent adverse environmental impacts on the bay based on its assessment; and
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165	165	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to conduct community engagement and educational initiatives to raise awareness of the protection of the bay; and
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169	169	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to meet on a quarterly basis; and
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173	173	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group is requested to provide a quarterly report to the House of Representatives; and
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177	177	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the working group shall cease on June 30, 2027; and
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181	181	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City and County of Honolulu is requested to allocate funding and resources to implement the working group's recommendations; and
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185	185	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Director of the Pacific Southwest Office of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; Chairperson of the Board of Land and Natural Resources; Director of Transportation; Representative of House District 45; Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Facility Maintenance; Councilmember of District 1 of the City and County of Honolulu; Chair of the Wai'anae Coast Neighborhood Board No. 24; and Chancellor of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
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193	193	OFFERED BY: _____________________________
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209	209	Report Title: Pōkaʻī Bay; Restoration; Preservation; Working Group
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