Bill > SB3059

This bill mandates that the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the County Fire Departments must develop and administer a Community Risk Reduction Program, which aims to prevent wildfires through education, hardening structures, and managing vegetation. A key addition to this program is the explicit definition and inclusion of "prescribed burn," which is defined as a planned fire intentionally ignited for fuel reduction, a technique used to prevent catastrophic fires by removing flammable materials. Furthermore, the Office of the State Fire Marshal is now required to submit an annual report to the Legislature detailing the progress of this program, ensuring accountability and transparency in fire prevention efforts.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=3059&year=2026