REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TO PROVIDE INFORMATION RELATED TO THE DISPOSAL, DETONATION, AND DESTRUCTION OF EXPLOSIVES, FIREWORKS, AND SIMILAR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN THE STATE.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brandon Elefante and 2 co-sponsors

SCR 204 requests the Department of Law Enforcement to gather and report on safe disposal practices for explosives and fireworks, enhancing public safety statewide.

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 752).

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Bill Overview

Bill Number: SCR 204
Title: Requesting the Department of Law Enforcement to Provide Information Related to the Disposal, Detonation, and Destruction of Explosives, Fireworks, and Similar Hazardous Materials in the State
Status: Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 752)
Introduced: March 07, 2025
Classification: Concurrent Resolution
Subject Areas: Department of Law Enforcement, Destruction, Detonation, Disposal, Explosives, Fireworks, Hazardous Materials, Safety Protocols

Purpose and Intent

SCR 204 aims to enhance public safety by requesting the Department of Law Enforcement (DLE) to compile and provide comprehensive information regarding the protocols and practices for the disposal, detonation, and destruction of hazardous materials, specifically explosives and fireworks. The resolution seeks to ensure that the state has clear guidelines and safety measures in place to manage these potentially dangerous materials effectively.

Key Provisions

Information Request: The DLE is tasked with gathering data on current practices related to the disposal and destruction of explosives and fireworks.

Safety Protocols: The resolution emphasizes the importance of safety protocols in handling hazardous materials to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.

Reporting: The DLE is expected to report its findings and recommendations to the legislature, which may inform future legislative actions or regulations.

Affected Parties

Department of Law Enforcement: Responsible for compiling and reporting the requested information.

Local Governments and Agencies: May be impacted by any new guidelines or regulations resulting from the DLE's findings.

Public Safety Officials: Will benefit from improved protocols and safety measures regarding hazardous materials.

General Public: Increased safety measures will directly affect community safety concerning the handling of explosives and fireworks.

Legislative Timeline

March 07, 2025: Bill offered.

March 12, 2025: Referred to the Public Safety and Military (PSM) Committee.

March 21, 2025: Public hearing scheduled.

March 24, 2025: PSM Committee recommends the bill be passed, unamended.

April 01, 2025: Reported from PSM with a recommendation for adoption.

April 02, 2025: Received from the Senate and transmitted to the House.

April 11, 2025: Scheduled for hearing by the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (JHA) Committee.

April 15, 2025: JHA Committee recommends the measure be passed, unamended.

April 16, 2025: Adopted by the House and transmitted to the Senate.

April 17, 2025: Resolution adopted in final form.

Conclusion

SCR 204 represents a proactive approach to managing hazardous materials in the state by ensuring that the Department of Law Enforcement provides essential information on safety protocols and disposal practices. This resolution is a critical step towards enhancing public safety and may lead to improved regulations regarding the handling of explosives and fireworks.

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