Hawaii SB2002 amends water resource management provisions to enhance the independence and effectiveness of the Commission on Water Resource.

Hawaii SB2002 amends the state water code to improve the governance and administration of the Commission on Water Resource Management. The bill allows the commission to retain independent legal counsel, removes the position of deputy to the chairperson, and establishes the role of executive director for water resource management. It also clarifies the commission's authority to issue emergency orders, declare water shortages, and impose fines for water use offenses.

Hawaii SB2002 amends water resource management provisions to enhance the independence and effectiveness of the Commission on Water Resource.

Hawaii SB2002 amends the state water code to improve the governance and administration of the Commission on Water Resource Management. The bill allows the commission to retain independent legal counsel, removes the position of deputy to the chairperson, and establishes the role of executive director for water resource management. It also clarifies the commission's authority to issue emergency orders, declare water shortages, and impose fines for water use offenses.