SB386 mandates the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire all west Maui water systems through eminent domain and manage them in trust.
SB386 requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire all west Maui water systems through eminent domain and hold them in a trust for management by the County of Maui. This action aims to address the strain on Maui's water resources due to prolonged drought, climate change, and increased demand from private entities. The bill emphasizes the need for equitable water distribution, resilience against climate-induced droughts and wildfires, and upholding the public trust doctrine.
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