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Resident opposes eminent-domain authority in bill to expand Wailuku River State Park
Summary
HB 2426 would authorize funds and eminent-domain authority to expand Wailuku River State Park; a nearby resident testified in opposition, saying the proposal removes land that could be used for housing and questioned costs and public-interest justification. DLNR staff said acquisition and management are early-stage steps and cost estimates are not yet available. Decision was deferred to the committee’s next meeting.
Chair Lee introduced HB 2426, a bill authorizing funds and eminent-domain authority for expansion of Wailuku River State Park, and took public testimony and agency responses before deferring decision.
Aaron Lee, who had been listed on the sign-up sheet, testified in opposition. He said the expansion "removes land that…
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