Hawaii SB539 establishes requirements for setting and modifying environmental action levels for toxins.
Hawaii SB539 mandates that state agencies establish environmental action levels (EALs) for toxins based on best practices and scientific evidence. It requires public notice and scientific justification for any modifications to these levels. The bill also allows residents to petition for changes to EALs and mandates that agencies respond to such petitions. The bill aims to ensure that EALs are scientifically justified, protect public health, and align with federal standards where applicable.
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