SB546

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

Hawaii SB546 requires state departments, agencies, and political subdivisions to enforce best management practices in tree care for all certified arborists in their employ or under contract. These practices are defined as the American National Standards Institute A300 Tree Care standards. The bill emphasizes the importance of trees in improving soil health, climate resiliency, and environmental quality. It aims to ensure that certified arborists perform their duties according to industry standards and best practices, thereby enhancing professionalism and public confidence in tree care.