HB999

Hawaii HB999 amends water quality standards and penalties for violations.

Hawaii HB999 modifies penalties for violations of water quality standards established by the Department of Health. It imposes fines up to $10,000 per day for each violation, with potential imprisonment for vessel agents, owners, or crew. It also introduces escalating fines for traffic infractions related to boating. The bill specifies definitions for terms like "operate" and "vessel" and allows the environmental court to restrict vessel operation as a condition of probation or penalty suspension. The changes take effect upon approval.