Hawaii SB546 mandates that certified arborists employed by or under contract with the state adhere to best management practices in tree care.

Hawaii SB546 aims to ensure that all certified arborists employed by or under contract with the state adhere to best management practices in tree care. These practices are defined as the American National Standards Institute A300 Tree Care standards. The bill emphasizes the importance of trees for soil health, climate resiliency, and environmental benefits. The legislation seeks to promote professionalism and public confidence in the tree care industry by enforcing these standards.

Hawaii SB546 mandates that certified arborists employed by or under contract with the state adhere to best management practices in tree care.

Hawaii SB546 aims to ensure that all certified arborists employed by or under contract with the state adhere to best management practices in tree care. These practices are defined as the American National Standards Institute A300 Tree Care standards. The bill emphasizes the importance of trees for soil health, climate resiliency, and environmental benefits. The legislation seeks to promote professionalism and public confidence in the tree care industry by enforcing these standards.