Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3259: RELATING TO SOLID WASTE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 3259 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SOLID WASTE. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Karl Rhoads (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Referred to HHS/AEN/EIG, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires municipal solid waste combustor ash to be disposed of only in a double-lined landfill, except for in Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill cells constructed and in use by 12/31/2025. Beginning 12/31/2026, prohibits the reuse of municipal solid waste incinerator ash for use as daily landfill cover material, roadbuilding, fill, or construction material.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Karl Rhoads | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to HHS/AEN/EIG, JDC.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.