Hawaii SB2478 proposes a constitutional amendment to protect the right to clean water, air, and a healthful environment.

Hawaii SB2478 proposes an amendment to the Hawaii State Constitution to recognize and protect the inherent and inalienable rights of all people, including future generations, to clean water, air, a healthful environment, climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches. This amendment reflects the cultural values of Native Hawaiians, emphasizing the concept of Aloha Aina, or "love of the land." The proposed change aims to complement existing constitutional provisions and strengthen protections for human health, natural and cultural values, and the environment.

Hawaii SB2478 proposes a constitutional amendment to protect the right to clean water, air, and a healthful environment.

Hawaii SB2478 proposes an amendment to the Hawaii State Constitution to recognize and protect the inherent and inalienable rights of all people, including future generations, to clean water, air, a healthful environment, climate, healthy native ecosystems, and beaches. This amendment reflects the cultural values of Native Hawaiians, emphasizing the concept of Aloha Aina, or "love of the land." The proposed change aims to complement existing constitutional provisions and strengthen protections for human health, natural and cultural values, and the environment.