Hawaii SB2926 mandates cesspool upgrades or connections by 2050, with exemptions and extensions possible, and funds public outreach.

Hawaii SB2926 addresses the environmental and public health issues caused by cesspools, which discharge untreated wastewater into the state's groundwater. The bill mandates that all cesspools, excluding those granted exemptions, must be upgraded or connected to a sewerage system by January 1, 2050. Exemptions can be granted for reasons such as small lot size or steep topography. The Department of Health can also grant extensions of up to five years for financial hardship.

Hawaii SB2926 mandates cesspool upgrades or connections by 2050, with exemptions and extensions possible, and funds public outreach.

Hawaii SB2926 addresses the environmental and public health issues caused by cesspools, which discharge untreated wastewater into the state's groundwater. The bill mandates that all cesspools, excluding those granted exemptions, must be upgraded or connected to a sewerage system by January 1, 2050. Exemptions can be granted for reasons such as small lot size or steep topography. The Department of Health can also grant extensions of up to five years for financial hardship.