HB 2121

  • Hawaii House Bill
  • 2022 Regular Session
  • Introduced in House Jan 26, 2022
  • House
  • Senate
  • Governor

Relating To Emergency Management.

Bill Subjects

Emergency Management

Abstract

Amends chapter 127A, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), to clarify State and local authority, ensure effective and adaptable emergency response, and further the goals of transparency and democratic accountability. Clarifies that powers granted for emergency purposes shall not be construed as permitting actions inconsistent with the state constitution. Amends chapter 127A, HRS, to provide for greater clarity and specificity regarding the scope of suspensions of law. Clarifies that Hawaii's emergency management system includes coordination between State and county emergency management functions, where appropriate. Clarifies the legal framework governing the extension and termination of emergency periods. Adds the definition of the term "severe weather warning" as used in section 127A-30, HRS.

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Jan 28, 2022

House

Referred to PDP, JHA, referral sheet 3

  • Referral-Committee
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Jan 26, 2022

House

Introduced and Pass First Reading.

Jan 24, 2022

House

Pending introduction.

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