HRS §200-22
Why this law exists
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section explains the reason for the law: it lets the chairperson make rules about boats and their use in state waters. These rules must match federal laws and support the state's policy on ocean safety and management.
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The statute, as written — Purpose
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
The purpose of this part is to authorize the chairperson to adopt rules for the regulation of vessels and their use in the waters of the State, which, together with the provisions of this part, shall conform with and supplement federal laws and requirements to fully implement the declared policy of section 200-21.
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