Hawaii SB386 mandates the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire all west Maui water systems through eminent domain and hold them in a.

Hawaii SB386 addresses the strain on West Maui's water resources due to prolonged drought, climate change, and increased demand from private entities. The bill 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 ensure equitable water distribution, enhance resilience against climate-induced droughts and wildfires, and uphold the public trust doctrine.

Hawaii SB386 mandates the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire all west Maui water systems through eminent domain and hold them in a.

Hawaii SB386 addresses the strain on West Maui's water resources due to prolonged drought, climate change, and increased demand from private entities. The bill 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 ensure equitable water distribution, enhance resilience against climate-induced droughts and wildfires, and uphold the public trust doctrine.