Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR53

Introduced
3/10/26  
Refer
3/19/26  
Refer
3/24/26  
Report Pass
4/8/26  

Caption

Supporting The Findings And Recommendations Of The Hawaii Water Safety Coalition's Hawaii Water Safety Plan.

Impact

The adoption of SR53 could lead to increased state attention and resources directed towards water safety initiatives in Hawaii. Recommendations from the Hawaii Water Safety Plan may translate into actionable items that can influence public policy, funding priorities, and community programs aimed at preventing drowning incidents. This can involve improved safety measures at beaches and other aquatic environments and the promotion of educational campaigns designed to inform the public about water safety practices.

Summary

SR53 is a resolution supporting the findings and recommendations of the Hawaii Water Safety Coalition's Hawaii Water Safety Plan. The resolution emphasizes the importance of water safety education and resources for communities across Hawaii in response to concerns about drowning incidents. SR53 aims to acknowledge the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders in addressing water safety issues and bolstering public awareness and education in this critical area. By promoting these recommendations, the bill seeks to enhance the overall safety of residents and visitors near water bodies.

Contention

Although SR53 mainly serves as a supportive resolution, points of contention may arise regarding the implementation of the recommendations it endorses. Questions related to funding, jurisdiction among different agencies, and the prioritization of water safety programs compared to other public safety concerns could be debated. Stakeholders may voice differing opinions on the best practices to follow and what constitutes a sufficient investment in water safety education and infrastructure.

Companion Bills

HI SCR55

Same As Supporting The Findings And Recommendations Of The Hawaii Water Safety Coalition's Hawaii Water Safety Plan.

HI HR147

Same As Supporting The Findings And Recommendations Of The Hawaii Water Safety Coalition's Hawaii Water Safety Plan.

Previously Filed As

HI SB521

Relating To Access To Water On Hawaiian Home Lands.

HI SR130

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Examine And Consider The Transfer Of Native Hawaiian Burial Site Management Under Chapter 6e, Hawaii Revised Statutes, From The State Historic Preservation Division To The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs.

HI HCR124

Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.

HI HB1234

Relating To Water Safety.

HI HR120

Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.

HI SCR161

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Examine And Consider The Transfer Of Native Hawaiian Burial Site Management Under Chapter 6e, Hawaii Revised Statutes, From The State Historic Preservation Division To The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs.

HI SR137

Requesting The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Develop And Implement A Water Access Pilot Project Demonstrating The Kohala Region's Capacity For A Potable Water System.

HI HCR193

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Examine And Consider The Transfer Of Native Hawaiian Burial Site Management Under Chapter 6e, Hawaii Revised Statutes, From The State Historic Preservation Division To The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs.

HI SB109

Relating To The Hawaiian Language.

HI HR186

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Examine And Consider The Transfer Of Native Hawaiian Burial Site Management Under Chapter 6e, Hawaii Revised Statutes, From The State Historic Preservation Division To The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs.

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