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Puʻuhana association presses DHHL on NAHASDA prequalification, generated ineligible letters and navigator help
Summary
Representatives from the Puʻuhana Hawaiian Homestead Association told the commission that many undivided‑interest beneficiaries face auto‑generated ineligibility notices during prequalification and need navigators, clearer NAHASDA guidance and expanded beneficiary workshops before the March 7 prequalification deadline for Puʻuhana awards.
Kainoa Leigh McDonough, representing the Puʻuhana Hawaiian Homestead Association, told the commission the group has trained beneficiaries and identified several recurring problems with mortgage prequalification and NAHASDA administration ahead of upcoming awards.
McDonough said undivided‑interest beneficiaries on Maui often lack technology access and are…
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