Hawaii Sticks to Paris Climate Agreement - by law

In a show of support for the Paris climate agreement, Gov. David Ige and Hawai‘i’s county mayors and representatives gathered for the signing of two bills and a mayors’ agreement that support the commitments and goals of the Paris climate accord.

Hawai‘i is the first state in the nation to enact legislation that implements portions of the Paris agreement. Gov. Ige signed SB 559 (Act 032) which expands strategies and mechanisms to reduce greenhouse gas emissions statewide in alignment with the principles and goals adopted in the Paris agreement. The governor also signed HB 1578 (Act 033) which... ... More: Official Press Release Governor's Office of Hawaii

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