Hawaii · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 668: RELATING TO WASTE OR DISPOSAL FACILITIES.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 668 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO WASTE OR DISPOSAL FACILITIES. Primary sponsor: Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2025): Referred to HHS/WTL, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the construction, modification, or expansion of any waste or disposal facility on land that is near or above a significant aquifer as determined by the Department of Health. Reduces the required buffer zone around waste or disposal facilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Gabbard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Carol Fukunaga | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Sharon Moriwaki | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“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/WTL, WAM.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.