SCR 179·HI·senate
URGING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI RELATING TO FIRE HAZARDS, BRUSH CLEARANCE, FUEL BREAKS, ROADSIDE VEGETATION CLEARING, AND EMERGENCY ACCESS.
Passed One ChamberFiled Mar 16, 2026
Sponsor: MCKELVEY
Latest Action
Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 862).
Apr 28, 2026
Summary
This concurrent resolution asks the County of Maui to actively apply the fire‑code rules that require vegetation clearing, fuel‑break creation, and unobstructed emergency routes. It targets large parcels, areas near homes and temporary survivor housing, and key evacuation corridors. The goal is to lower wildfire risk and protect lives and property after the 2023 fires.
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