Hawaii SB6 clarifies the jurisdiction of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority over Mauna Kea lands.

Hawaii SB6 aims to clarify the jurisdiction of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority over Mauna Kea lands. The bill specifies that the authority will assume the powers and duties of the board of land and natural resources and the land use commission concerning permits, dispositions, and land use approvals for Mauna Kea lands. It also ensures that the authority will not transfer certain lands and will uphold Native Hawaiian rights. The bill mandates transparency, equitable lease terms, and prohibits the sale or transfer of land under its control.

Hawaii SB6 clarifies the jurisdiction of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority over Mauna Kea lands.

Hawaii SB6 aims to clarify the jurisdiction of the Mauna Kea stewardship and oversight authority over Mauna Kea lands. The bill specifies that the authority will assume the powers and duties of the board of land and natural resources and the land use commission concerning permits, dispositions, and land use approvals for Mauna Kea lands. It also ensures that the authority will not transfer certain lands and will uphold Native Hawaiian rights. The bill mandates transparency, equitable lease terms, and prohibits the sale or transfer of land under its control.