Prohibits residing within fifty feet of freshwater waterways in Hawaii to protect the environment and public safety.

Hawaii HB1956 prohibits individuals from residing in, on, or within fifty feet of freshwater waterways, such as rivers, streams, or drainage canals, to safeguard the environment and public health. The Department of Land and Natural Resources is tasked with implementing this prohibition through rules. Law enforcement agencies are authorized to enforce this prohibition by issuing orders to vacate and citations for violations. The bill also mandates coordination with homeless outreach agencies to provide support to affected individuals.

Prohibits residing within fifty feet of freshwater waterways in Hawaii to protect the environment and public safety.

Hawaii HB1956 prohibits individuals from residing in, on, or within fifty feet of freshwater waterways, such as rivers, streams, or drainage canals, to safeguard the environment and public health. The Department of Land and Natural Resources is tasked with implementing this prohibition through rules. Law enforcement agencies are authorized to enforce this prohibition by issuing orders to vacate and citations for violations. The bill also mandates coordination with homeless outreach agencies to provide support to affected individuals.