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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires municipal solid waste combustor ash to be disposed of only in a double-lined landfill, except for in Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill cells constructed and in use by 12/31/2025. Beginning 12/31/2026, prohibits the reuse of municipal solid waste incinerator ash for use as daily landfill cover material, roadbuilding, fill, or construction material.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that ash from municipal solid waste combustors, which are facilities that burn trash to generate energy, must be disposed of exclusively in double-lined landfills, meaning landfills with two protective liners to prevent contamination, with a specific exception for certain cells at the Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill that are already in use by December 31, 2025. Furthermore, starting December 31, 2026, this ash will be prohibited from being reused as daily cover material for landfills, for road construction, as general fill material, or in other construction projects, aiming to prevent potential environmental and health risks associated with its leaching of toxic substances.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to HHS/AEN/EIG, JDC. (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=3259&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB3259_.HTM |
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