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Introduced
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
In Committee
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires the State to ensure and enforce that all certified arborists in its employ, including contractors, adhere to best management practices.
AI Summary
This bill requires all state departments, offices, agencies, and political subdivisions to ensure and enforce that certified arborists (professional tree care specialists) employed directly or through contracts adhere to best management practices in tree care. Specifically, the bill defines "best management practices" as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A300 Tree Care standards. The legislative findings highlight the critical environmental and ecological importance of trees, including their roles in carbon absorption, oxygen production, temperature regulation, soil stabilization, erosion prevention, water conservation, pollution remediation, and noise reduction. The bill recognizes that certified arborists have a professional obligation to perform work that meets industry standards, and that the state has a duty to manage public lands, forests, and forest reserves. By mandating adherence to established tree care standards, the bill aims to promote professionalism and public confidence in tree management practices. The legislation will take effect immediately upon approval.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Elle Cochran (D)*,
Daniel Holt (D)*,
Ikaika Hussey (D)*,
Kirstin Kahaloa (D)*,
Matthias Kusch (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Chris Todd (D)*,
Last Action
Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 4 (on 01/27/2025)
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=HB&billnumber=1380&year=2025 |
BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/HB1380_.HTM |
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