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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, no person, including any public body, shall discharge any treated or raw sewage into state waters after December 31, 2026; provided that this section shall not apply to a sewage treatment plant that:
(1) Utilizes sewage to produce clean energy pursuant to section 196-10.5; and
(2) Is in compliance with this chapter, rules adopted pursuant to this chapter, or a permit or variance issued by the director.
(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to:
(1) Prohibit the use of reclaimed or recycled water for a beneficial purpose as provided by law; or
(2) Allow the discharge of treated or raw sewage into state waters in violation of any federal statute, rule, or regulation.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 342D-50.5 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/hi/division-1-government/hi-rev-st-sect-342d-50-5/
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