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HI SB702
Proposing An Amendment To Article I Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Recognize And Protect The Inherent And Inalienable Right Of All People To Clean Water And Air, A Healthful Environment And Climate, Healthy Native Ecosystems, And Beaches.
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Introduced
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Proposes a constitutional amendment to ensure that the inherent and inalienable right of the people, including future generations, to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches, shall be protected and shall not be infringed.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to the Hawaii State Constitution that would explicitly recognize and protect the inherent and inalienable rights of all people, including current and future generations, to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches. Drawing inspiration from the Native Hawaiian concept of Aloha Aina (love of the land), the amendment aims to complement existing constitutional provisions and reinforce protections for human health, natural and cultural values, and the environment. If passed, the amendment would add a new section to Article I of the Hawaii State Constitution that formally establishes these environmental rights, ensuring they cannot be infringed upon. The proposed change would be put to voters through a ballot measure that asks whether the state constitution should be amended to guarantee these environmental protections. The amendment would take effect upon compliance with the state constitution's requirements for constitutional amendments, reflecting Hawaii's commitment to environmental preservation and the well-being of both current and future generations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to AEN, JDC/WAM. (on 01/23/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=702&year=2025 |
BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB702_.HTM |
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