Requesting Google Maps, Apple Maps, and similar platforms to remove or modify hazardous coastal features like Mermaid Caves from public.
The bill requests that digital mapping and navigation platforms like Google Maps and Apple Maps remove, modify, or restrict the public identification, labeling, and promotion of hazardous coastal features, including Mermaid Caves. This action aims to protect public safety, reduce strain on emergency services, and preserve the cultural and natural resources of Hawaii. The resolution also requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources to coordinate with county agencies and emergency responders to support these efforts.
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