Hawaii SB521 mandates collaboration between the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and county water boards to ensure potable and agricultural water.

Hawaii SB521 amends Chapter 174C of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a provision that requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to collaborate with county boards or departments of water supply to ensure access to potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian home lands. Any agreements made between these entities must be made available to the public. This bill aims to formalize the process of water access on Hawaiian home lands, ensuring transparency and public availability of related agreements.

Hawaii SB521 mandates collaboration between the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and county water boards to ensure potable and agricultural water.

Hawaii SB521 amends Chapter 174C of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a provision that requires the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to collaborate with county boards or departments of water supply to ensure access to potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian home lands. Any agreements made between these entities must be made available to the public. This bill aims to formalize the process of water access on Hawaiian home lands, ensuring transparency and public availability of related agreements.