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SR 113

URGING HAWAII'S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY AND PROPER TO CAUSE THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO FUND THE CONSTRUCTION AND COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS OF A LABORATORY CERTIFIED BY THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY TO ANALYZE ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS IN THE STATE AND PUBLISH THE RESULTS TO THE PUBLIC.

2024 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Gabbard

SR 113 urges Hawaii's Congress to secure federal funds for an EPA-certified lab to analyze environmental toxins, ensuring public access to health and safety information.

Certified copies of resolution sent, 05-31-24
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Bill Summary · SR 113

Summary of SR 113

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SR 113
Title: Urging Hawaii's Congressional Delegation to Take All Actions Necessary and Proper to Cause the United States Congress to Fund the Construction and Commencement of Operations of a Laboratory Certified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to Analyze Environmental Toxins in the State and Publish the Results to the Public.
Status: Certified copies of resolution sent on May 31, 2024
Introduced: March 07, 2025
Classification: Resolution
Subject: Department of Health (DOH), Environmental Toxins, Laboratory, Public Information

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of SR 113 is to urge Hawaii's congressional delegation to advocate for federal funding to establish a laboratory that will be certified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This laboratory will focus on analyzing environmental toxins present in the state of Hawaii and will be responsible for publishing the results of these analyses to the public. The resolution aims to enhance public health and safety by ensuring that residents are informed about environmental hazards.

Key Provisions

  • Funding Request: The resolution calls for the U.S. Congress to allocate funds specifically for the construction and operation of the laboratory.
  • EPA Certification: The laboratory must be certified by the EPA, ensuring that it meets federal standards for environmental testing.
  • Public Reporting: The laboratory is required to publish its findings on environmental toxins, promoting transparency and public awareness regarding environmental health issues.

Affected Parties

  • Residents of Hawaii: The establishment of the laboratory will directly impact the health and safety of Hawaii's residents by providing critical information about environmental toxins.
  • State and Local Governments: The resolution may require collaboration between state health departments and federal agencies to implement the laboratory's operations.
  • Environmental Advocacy Groups: Organizations focused on public health and environmental protection may benefit from the data generated by the laboratory.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 07, 2025: Bill offered.
  • March 12, 2025: Referred to the Education Committee (EDU).
  • March 28, 2025: Public hearing scheduled for March 31, 2025.
  • April 03, 2025: Resolution adopted by the EDU committee without amendments.
  • May 31, 2024: Certified copies of the resolution sent.

Related Bills

  • HR 107, SCR134: Companion bills that may address similar issues or support the objectives of SR 113.
  • HR 188, SCR131: Additional companion bills related to environmental health and safety.

Conclusion

SR 113 represents a significant step towards improving environmental health monitoring in Hawaii. By urging federal action to fund a certified laboratory, the resolution aims to ensure that residents have access to vital information regarding environmental toxins, thereby promoting public health and safety in the state.

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

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