Hawaii HB2102 amends historic preservation review requirements to protect ancestral remains and cultural resources.
Hawaii HB2102 amends the historic preservation review process to protect ancestral remains and cultural resources. The bill emphasizes the importance of safeguarding iwi kupuna (ancestral remains) and cultural and historic resources, aligning with the state's public trust obligations. It aims to prevent inadvertent discoveries of iwi kupuna during ground-disturbing activities, ensuring meaningful consultation with island burial councils.
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