Bill > HB376

This bill accelerates the timeline for upgrading or replacing cesspools, which are outdated wastewater systems that pollute Hawaii's waters and harm public health. Specifically, it requires "priority level 1" cesspools to be upgraded, converted to an approved system, or connected to a sewer by January 1, 2035, and "priority level 2" cesspools by January 1, 2040, with some exceptions for specific locations and circumstances like small lot sizes or financial hardship. Instead of a previous 2050 deadline for all remaining cesspools, the bill mandates that by January 1, 2045, the Director of Health must create a comprehensive list of all remaining cesspools, including those with exemptions, and recommend whether and by when each should be upgraded, converted, or connected to a sewer system. The bill also clarifies that penalties for violations will not result in liens or seizure of real property.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=376&year=2026