SB 2117 Hawaii Senate · 2018 Regular Session

RELATING TO WATER POLLUTION.

Summary
Establishes the cesspool compliance grant program for low and moderate income cesspool owners to mitigate the costs of upgrading to septic or other advanced treatment systems or connecting to sewers. Provides funds for grants by requiring the director of health to propose cesspool operating fees by rule by June 30, 2020. Authorizes the department to order cesspools to be upgraded, converted, or connected to sewerage systems by July 1, 2028, in specific areas that are needed for protecting public health and the environment. Requires the director to establish a program on nonpoint source pollution and cesspool outreach and assistance. Appropriates funds.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2018
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Governor
Introduced Jan 19, 2018 Last action Jan 22, 2018
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Jan 22, 2018
Committee
Referred to CPH/AEN/WTL, WAM.
upper
Jan 19, 2018
Introduced
Introduced.
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