Environment

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2490: RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.

SB 2490 prohibits the manufacture and sale of surfboard wax containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are environmentally persistent chemicals. It directly affects surfboard wax manufacturers and retailers within the state. The bill's key provision bans these specific chemicals in surfboard wax products, aiming to reduce environmental contamination. This policy change targets a common source of PFAS pollution in coastal areas without restricting other uses of the chemicals.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans PFAS in surfboard wax to reduce coastal pollution, directly protecting environment from persistent chemicals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Drinking Water Recycling

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 3201: RELATING TO CORAL REEF RESILIENCE.

Requires the Division of Aquatic Resources of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to: (1) manage and administer aquatic life and resources, with the highest priority being to protect, restore, and maintain ecosystem integrity, using the best scientific data available; (2) make plans by certain dates for the restoration of reef ecosystems and indigenous species to a level that is not less than an unspecified per cent of their natural biomass potential; and (3) make a plan by 7/1/2027 for the expansion of live coral cover at not less than twenty-five per cent on reefs that have historically supported naturally occurring live coral cover. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates protection, restoration, and specific biomass/coral cover targets for reef ecosystems, directly advancing environmental conservation through measurable conservation requirements.92% confidence

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 2110: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

Establishes a Conservation Agriculture and Soil Health Incentive Program within the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes conservation program under climate commission, funds soil health initiatives, directly advancing environmental protection and climate mitigation95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 568: RELATING TO FERAL ANIMALS.

Designates the Department of Land and Natural Resources as the primary agency for the trapping of feral goats, sheep, and pigs. Requires the Department to establish a program to humanely manage populations of feral goats, sheep, and pigs in the State by trapping.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentManages invasive feral animal populations to protect native ecosystems and natural resources, aligning with conservation objectives.90% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 656: RELATING TO WATER.

Appropriates funds for the Department of Land and Natural Resources to install one hundred monitoring wells to collect data and map the migration of the Red Hill contamination plume.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds monitoring wells to map Red Hill contamination plume, aiding pollution tracking and remediation efforts per bill summary.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 2486: RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE.

Requires the Hawaii State Energy Office to contract with a third-party consultant to develop a Climate Protection Plan for delivery to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2029. Establishes a Climate Protection Advisory Committee to assist the third-party consultant. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds Climate Protection Plan via HSEO, directly advancing climate/energy policy through planning and advisory committee, aligning with renewable energy and infrastructure investment indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates Climate Protection Plan development, establishes advisory committee, and appropriates funds for climate action per bill summary, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2736: RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.

SB 2736 requires state agencies to submit and retain environmental product declarations for all state-funded construction projects, such as public buildings or infrastructure. This applies directly to state agencies overseeing construction, mandating they collect and maintain documentation on the environmental impact of materials used. The bill establishes a new record-keeping requirement for procurement, ensuring transparency about material sourcing without altering project design or funding. It focuses solely on administrative compliance for environmental reporting in state construction contracts.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires environmental product declarations for state construction projects, enhancing transparency on material impacts to support sustainable procurement and environmental accountability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 788: RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERIES.

Establishes a working group within the Hawaii State Energy Office to make recommendations for the reuse and recycling of electric vehicle batteries and requires a report to the Legislature.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes working group for EV battery reuse/recycling, supporting clean energy infrastructure and sustainable EV adoption within renewable energy framework.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes working group for EV battery reuse/recycling, promoting sustainable waste management and reducing environmental impact from battery disposal.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Recycling

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 343: RELATING TO WATER.

Defines "isolated wetlands" and "wetlands". Clarifies the definition of "state waters" to include wetlands and isolated wetlands. Requires the Director of Health to determine all wetlands in the State, including whether a wetland is an isolated wetland or is included in the waters of the United States. Prohibit persons from discharging any water pollutant into or at any location that enters state waters.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits water pollutant discharges into state waters and clarifies wetlands protections, strengthening environmental regulations for water conservation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 976: RELATING TO RENEWABLE FUEL.

Amends the renewable fuels production tax credit by: increasing the tax credit rate; specifying that the credit may be claimed for fuels that meet certain lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions and product transportation emissions thresholds; adding credit values for low lifecycle emissions renewable fuels and sustainable aviation fuels produced; allowing a taxpayer who previously claimed a credit to claim another credit for taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024; amending the credit period to be for a maximum period of ten consecutive years beginning from the effective date of this Act; and amending the required information in the certified statement. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit rate and expands eligibility for renewable fuels producers, providing tax relief under renewable energy incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases renewable fuels tax credit rates, adds credits for low-emission fuels/sustainable aviation fuels, and extends credit eligibility - directly advancing renewable energy adoption and emissions standards.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands tax credits for low-emission renewable fuels and sustainable aviation fuels with specific lifecycle GHG thresholds, directly promoting clean energy adoption and emissions reduction.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax credits for low-emission renewable fuels and sustainable aviation fuels, promoting cleaner transportation via lifecycle emissions thresholds in fuel production.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renewable Energy Climate Change Airports

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