Establishes safety requirements for stormwater retention and detention ponds in Hawaii to prevent drownings and ensure public health.

The bill, known as the Charlotte 'Sharkey' Schaefers Inspection Law, aims to enhance the safety of stormwater retention and detention ponds in Hawaii. It mandates safety requirements for these ponds, including fencing, signage, and emergency spillways. The Department of Health is tasked with conducting a statewide survey of existing ponds and submitting a report with recommendations to the legislature by 2026. The bill also exempts certain ponds from these safety requirements, such as those built before a specified date and those on secured recreational areas.

Establishes safety requirements for stormwater retention and detention ponds in Hawaii to prevent drownings and ensure public health.

The bill, known as the Charlotte 'Sharkey' Schaefers Inspection Law, aims to enhance the safety of stormwater retention and detention ponds in Hawaii. It mandates safety requirements for these ponds, including fencing, signage, and emergency spillways. The Department of Health is tasked with conducting a statewide survey of existing ponds and submitting a report with recommendations to the legislature by 2026. The bill also exempts certain ponds from these safety requirements, such as those built before a specified date and those on secured recreational areas.