SB2357 - Relating To Green Environmental Fees.

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Establishes a Green Environmental Fee Program that requires certain users to purchase an annual license for the use of a state beach, park, forest, trail, or other natural area on state land, to be administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Establishes a Green Environmental Fee Special Fund, into which shall be deposited fees, penalties, appropriations, and gifts and donations for the program; allows moneys deposited into the fund to be used for the marketing and publication of the program and for transfers to the Beach Restoration Special Fund, State Parks Special Fund, and Hawaii Statewide Trail and Access Program, known as Na Ala Hele. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Makes an appropriation to establish positions within the Department of Land and Natural Resources in support of the program.