Hawaii SB130 allows government entities to seek reimbursement for search and rescue expenses from individuals who ignore posted warnings and enter.
Hawaii SB130 amends state law to allow government entities to seek reimbursement for search and rescue expenses from individuals who leave hiking trails or enter closed areas. This applies if the need for rescue resulted from ignoring posted warnings or entering closed property. The bill aims to offset costs incurred by government entities due to hikers taking unnecessary risks. Similar legislation has been enacted in several other states.
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