HB211

Hawaii HB211 prohibits storing personal property in or near public streams and tributaries to prevent environmental and safety hazards.

Hawaii HB211 aims to protect public safety and the environment by prohibiting the storage of personal property in or near public streams and tributaries. The bill defines personal property as tangible items excluding vehicles and vessels. Storage for more than 24 hours will be considered abandoned and subject to disposal by the department. This measure responds to incidents where debris from tributaries caused hazardous conditions in waterways, emphasizing the need for regulation to prevent future blockages, pollution, and environmental damage.