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HB 748

RELATING TO WASTE OR DISPOSAL FACILITIES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 13 co-sponsors

HB 748 addresses Hawaii's waste and disposal facility regulations across environmental, land, and potentially Hawaiian affairs jurisdiction areas, though details remain limited.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 748

Legislative bill overview

HB 748 addresses waste or disposal facilities in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and has been referred to three committees: Environment and Energy Policy (EEP), Water and Land (WAL), and Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA). The measure was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session, indicating it did not advance to passage in 2025.

Why is this important

Waste management and disposal facility regulation directly affects Hawaii's environmental quality, public health, and land use—critical issues for an island state with limited space and vulnerable ecosystems. The bill's referral to multiple committees suggests it addresses complex intersections of environmental protection, natural resources, and potentially Hawaiian land rights or cultural considerations.

Potential points of contention

  • Environmental impact vs. economic burden – Stricter disposal facility standards could increase waste management costs for businesses and residents, particularly on neighbor islands with limited infrastructure
  • Land use and community siting – Proposals about facility locations may trigger conflicts between environmental protection and community opposition to facilities in their areas
  • Hawaiian cultural and land rights – The referral to the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee suggests potential implications for Native Hawaiian lands, water resources, or consultation requirements that could complicate implementation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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