Hawaii SB2157 establishes a search and rescue special fund and allows government entities to seek reimbursement from individuals who knowingly enter.

Hawaii SB2157 creates a search and rescue special fund administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The fund will be used to cover search and rescue expenses, training, equipment maintenance, and educational initiatives. Government entities can seek reimbursement from individuals who knowingly enter closed areas or violate laws, provided the rescue was due to reckless behavior. The bill also raises the penalty for criminal trespass onto public parks and recreational grounds to a misdemeanor under certain conditions.

Hawaii SB2157 establishes a search and rescue special fund and allows government entities to seek reimbursement from individuals who knowingly enter.

Hawaii SB2157 creates a search and rescue special fund administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The fund will be used to cover search and rescue expenses, training, equipment maintenance, and educational initiatives. Government entities can seek reimbursement from individuals who knowingly enter closed areas or violate laws, provided the rescue was due to reckless behavior. The bill also raises the penalty for criminal trespass onto public parks and recreational grounds to a misdemeanor under certain conditions.