URGING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO REIMBURSE HAWAII FOR DEBRIS REMOVAL, THE DREDGING OF TOXIC MATERIALS, AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP EFFORTS IN LAHAINA HARBOR.

This Senate resolution asks the federal government to pay Hawaii for removing debris, dredging toxic materials, and cleaning up the environment in Lahaina Harbor. The request stems from the August 2023 wildfire that destroyed over 2,200 structures and released harmful chemicals into the water and soil. The bill directs copies of this request to the President, the EPA administrator, and the Mayor of Maui County to ensure the issue is addressed.