Hawaii SB1665 limits foreign ownership of critical infrastructure utilities.

Hawaii SB1665 aims to protect critical infrastructure by restricting foreign ownership of utilities. It prohibits foreign citizens or entities from owning or controlling electric, water, and telecommunications utilities in Hawaii. These utilities must report any foreign ownership exceeding specified thresholds. The bill defines critical infrastructure as systems for freshwater treatment, electrical grids, and telecommunications networks. The intent is to safeguard Hawaii's infrastructure from foreign interference and ensure national security.

Hawaii SB1665 limits foreign ownership of critical infrastructure utilities.

Hawaii SB1665 aims to protect critical infrastructure by restricting foreign ownership of utilities. It prohibits foreign citizens or entities from owning or controlling electric, water, and telecommunications utilities in Hawaii. These utilities must report any foreign ownership exceeding specified thresholds. The bill defines critical infrastructure as systems for freshwater treatment, electrical grids, and telecommunications networks. The intent is to safeguard Hawaii's infrastructure from foreign interference and ensure national security.