Requires new golf course developments to use dual line water supply systems so recycled water can be used for irrigation purposes. Prohibits golf courses constructed after 1/1/07 from using potable water for irrigation purposes. (HB2184 HD1)

A BILL FOR AN ACT

SECTION 1. Chapter 174C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

"§174C- Dual line water supply systems; installation in new golf course developments. (a) Beginning January 1, 2007:

(b) The county boards of water supply, in consultation with the department of health, shall adopt standards for recycled water distributed through dual line water supply systems, and rules regarding the use of recycled water. The standards and rules shall be adopted in accordance with chapter 91 and shall protect existing water quality and the health and safety of the public.

(c) For the purposes of this section:

"Dual line water supply system" means a supply system that distributes potable and recycled water through parallel but separate distribution lines.

"Golf course developments" means one or more golf courses approved for construction after January 1, 2007. It shall not apply to any modification of, addition to, or replacement of any golf course in existence prior to January 1, 2007."

SECTION 2. This Act does not affect rights and duties that matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings that were begun, before its effective date.

SECTION 3. New statutory material is underscored.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.