Bill > HCR81

This Concurrent Resolution urges all commercial airlines that fly to Hawaii to thoroughly clean and disinfect their aircraft between flights to help stop the spread of illnesses and diseases, specifically mentioning COVID-19. The resolution highlights the global concern over COVID-19, noting its spread and the significant number of passengers and flights handled by Hawaii's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, emphasizing that cooperation with airlines is vital for public health. It points out that disinfecting surfaces on airplanes is a low-cost and effective way to prevent disease transmission, and that adding this step to existing cleaning procedures is not overly burdensome but is extremely important. The resolution also specifies that copies of this request will be sent to various state officials and the CEOs of numerous airlines.