HB597 proposes an amendment to the Hawaii Constitution to protect the right to clean water, air, a healthful environment, and beaches.

HB597 proposes an amendment to Article I of the Hawaii Constitution to recognize and protect the inherent and inalienable right of the people to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches. This amendment aims to reinforce protections of human health, natural and cultural values, and the environment, reflecting the fundamental Native Hawaiian notion of Aloha Aina, which translates to "love of the land." The amendment will complement existing constitutional provisions and is intended to ensure these rights are protected for present and.

HB597 proposes an amendment to the Hawaii Constitution to protect the right to clean water, air, a healthful environment, and beaches.

HB597 proposes an amendment to Article I of the Hawaii Constitution to recognize and protect the inherent and inalienable right of the people to clean water and air, a healthful environment and climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches. This amendment aims to reinforce protections of human health, natural and cultural values, and the environment, reflecting the fundamental Native Hawaiian notion of Aloha Aina, which translates to "love of the land." The amendment will complement existing constitutional provisions and is intended to ensure these rights are protected for present and.