Hawaii HB491 regulates the leasing of public lands by requiring lessees to be in good standing with the State.
Hawaii HB491 amends the leasing of public lands by prohibiting the governor from certifying leases to individuals, corporations, or federal agencies not in good standing with the State. This includes those who owe unpaid balances, have not completed required environmental maintenance, or have not fulfilled adjudicated penalties for criminal activity. The bill also prohibits lease renewals, subleasing without approval, and mandates specific uses for leased lands. It reserves mineral and metallic rights and surface and ground water to the State.
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