Hawaii SB1559 appropriates funds for dune restoration at Hanakaoo beach park to enhance resilience and cultural practices.

The bill allocates funds for dune restoration at Hanakaoo beach park, aiming to protect infrastructure from high wave events and sea level rise. It emphasizes a balance between environmental sustainability and cultural needs, supporting Hawaiian outrigger canoeing and community gatherings. The university of Hawaii sea grant college program will partner with the county of Maui to implement the restoration, with $250,000 allocated for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Hawaii SB1559 appropriates funds for dune restoration at Hanakaoo beach park to enhance resilience and cultural practices.

The bill allocates funds for dune restoration at Hanakaoo beach park, aiming to protect infrastructure from high wave events and sea level rise. It emphasizes a balance between environmental sustainability and cultural needs, supporting Hawaiian outrigger canoeing and community gatherings. The university of Hawaii sea grant college program will partner with the county of Maui to implement the restoration, with $250,000 allocated for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.