§342P-8 - Asbestos and lead abatement special fund. - Hawaii Statutes

     [§342P-8  Asbestos and lead abatement special fund.]  (a)  There is established within the department of health an asbestos and lead abatement special fund into which shall be deposited all moneys collected from fees for permits, licenses, inspections, certificates, notifications, variances, investigations, and reviews.

     (b)  Moneys in the asbestos and lead abatement special fund shall be expended by the department to:

     (1)  Partially fund the operating costs of the asbestos and lead abatement program’s mandated activities and functions;

     (2)  Fund statewide education, demonstration, and outreach programs;

     (3)  Provide for the accreditation of training programs;

     (4)  Provide training opportunities to ensure the maintenance of professional competence among staff and administrators; and

     (5)  Plan for future growth and expansion to meet emerging needs. [L 1998, c 242, pt of §1]