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SCR 55

SUPPORTING THE FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE HAWAIʻI WATER SAFETY COALITION'S HAWAIʻI WATER SAFETY PLAN.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brandon Elefante and 6 co-sponsors

Hawaii legislature endorses Water Safety Coalition's water safety plan, expressing support for recommendations without creating binding obligations or mandated funding.

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 848).
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Bill Summary · SCR 55

Legislative bill overview

SCR 55 is a concurrent resolution that endorses the findings and recommendations contained in the Hawaiʻi Water Safety Coalition's Hawaiʻi Water Safety Plan. As a concurrent resolution, this is a non-binding statement of legislative support rather than enforceable law. The bill essentially formalizes the legislature's backing for the coalition's water safety initiatives and recommendations.

Why is this important

Water safety is a critical public health and infrastructure issue in Hawaiʻi, affecting drinking water quality, recreational water safety, and agricultural water systems across the islands. Legislative endorsement of a comprehensive water safety plan can signal commitment to addressing water-related challenges and may encourage coordinated action among government agencies, though the resolution itself creates no mandatory obligations or funding allocations.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of enforcement mechanisms: As a concurrent resolution, SCR 55 is non-binding and creates no legal requirements for agencies to implement the coalition's recommendations or allocate resources
  • Undefined scope and costs: The bill provides no details about the specific recommendations being endorsed, making it unclear what obligations or expenses the state might face
  • Unclear implementation pathway: Without identifying responsible agencies, timelines, or funding sources, the resolution may represent symbolic support without practical follow-through on water safety improvements

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

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