Hawaii HB143 amends the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority's responsibilities and clarifies permit applications.

Hawaii HB143 amends the roles and responsibilities of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority, clarifying the authority's role in conservation district use permits. The bill specifies that the authority will not apply for permits on behalf of lessees, who must apply individually. The authority will approve or deny permits and ensure compliance, except for certain permits that remain with the University of Hawaii.

Hawaii HB143 amends the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority's responsibilities and clarifies permit applications.

Hawaii HB143 amends the roles and responsibilities of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority, clarifying the authority's role in conservation district use permits. The bill specifies that the authority will not apply for permits on behalf of lessees, who must apply individually. The authority will approve or deny permits and ensure compliance, except for certain permits that remain with the University of Hawaii.