Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR92

Introduced
3/7/25  
Refer
3/11/25  
Report Pass
3/31/25  

Caption

Declaring A Public Health Emergency Relating To Climate Change And Requesting Statewide Coordination To Identify, Plan For, And Create Cross-sector Solutions To Strengthen Hawaii's Public Health Response To The Climate Crisis.

Impact

The resolution's impact on state laws could be significant, as it requests all departments to examine how their operations and policies intersect with climate considerations that affect human health. This means a potential reevaluation of existing regulations and the implementation of new policies aimed at mitigating the health risks associated with climate change. By framing climate change as a public health emergency, the resolution underscores the urgency for Hawaii to reallocate resources and mobilize entities toward a healthier, climate-resilient future.

Summary

Senate Resolution 92 discusses the urgent need to address the health implications of climate change in Hawaii. The resolution declares a public health emergency relating to climate change and calls for a coordinated effort among various state departments to strengthen the public health response to the climate crisis. It emphasizes that climate change's negative impacts, such as health crises arising from extreme weather and ecological disruptions, necessitate immediate and effective governmental action to protect the residents of Hawaii.

Contention

While the resolution is largely supportive of necessary government action, it may face contention regarding the extent of intervention across various sectors. Critics may argue that the declaration of a public health emergency could lead to increased regulation and government oversight that some sectors might find burdensome. Others might call for more specific action plans or express concerns about balancing public health measures with economic interests, especially in a state like Hawaii that heavily depends on tourism and agriculture.

Companion Bills

HI HR182

Same As Declaring A Public Health Emergency Relating To Climate Change And Requesting Statewide Coordination To Identify, Plan For, And Create Cross-sector Solutions To Strengthen Hawaii's Public Health Response To The Climate Crisis.

HI SCR111

Same As Declaring A Public Health Emergency Relating To Climate Change And Requesting Statewide Coordination To Identify, Plan For, And Create Cross-sector Solutions To Strengthen Hawaii's Public Health Response To The Climate Crisis.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR192

Urging The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaptation Commission To Develop A Proactive And Comprehensive Communication Strategy To Educate Hawaii's Residents About The Health Impacts Of The Climate Crisis.

HI HR197

Urging The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaptation Commission To Develop A Proactive And Comprehensive Communication Strategy To Educate Hawaii's Residents About The Health Impacts Of The Climate Crisis.

HI SB1417

Relating To Climate Change.

HI HB1159

Relating To Climate Change.

HI HB1159

Relating To Climate Change.

HI SR106

Requesting The Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund And The Insurance Commissioner To Assess The Impacts Of Climate Change On Homeowner's Insurance.

HI SCR124

Requesting The Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund And The Insurance Commissioner To Assess The Impacts Of Climate Change On Homeowner's Insurance.

HI SR87

Requesting The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaptation Commission To Conduct An Educational Program Regarding The Activities Of Individuals That Contribute To Climate Change.

HI SB1350

Relating To Climate Change.

HI HB1052

Relating To Climate Change.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.