SB 2976

  • Hawaii Senate Bill
  • 2024 Regular Session
  • Introduced in Senate Jan 24, 2024
  • Senate
  • House
  • Governor

Relating To Water.

Abstract

Requires each county board of water supply or water board to prioritize the sustainable recharge of aquifers, ensure the health of watersheds, and, when allocating water for new development, prioritize the development of affordable housing over other types of development. Provides that these requirements shall not be construed to affect allocations of water for agricultural purposes or developments under the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920, as amended.

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Feb 15, 2024

Senate

The committee on HOU deferred the measure.

Senate

The committee on GVO deferred the measure.

Senate

The committee on WTL deferred the measure.

Feb 12, 2024

Senate

The committee(s) on WTL/GVO/HOU has scheduled a public hearing on 02-15-24 3:01PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference.

Feb 08, 2024

Senate

Re-Referred to WTL/GVO/HOU, WAM.

Jan 26, 2024

Senate

Referred to WTL/PSM/HOU, WAM.

  • Referral-Committee
Water and Land Public Safety and Intergovernmental and Military Affairs Housing Ways and Means

Jan 24, 2024

Senate

Passed First Reading.

Senate

Introduced.

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