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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The commission shall:
(1) Establish criteria to be used in determining whether an area is suitable for inclusion with the reserves system;
(2) Conduct studies of areas for possible inclusion within the reserves system;
(3) Recommend to the governor and the department areas suitable for inclusion within the reserves system;
(4) Establish policies and criteria regarding the management, protection, and permitted uses of areas which are part of the reserves system;
(5) Advise the governor and the department on any matter relating to the preservation of Hawaii's unique natural resources;
(6) Develop ways and means of extending and strengthening presently established preserves, sanctuaries, and refuges within the State;
(7) Advise the department and other public agencies managing state-owned land or natural resources regarding areas under their respective jurisdictions which are or may be appropriate for designation as natural area reserves; and
(8) In carrying out the above duties, consult the most comprehensive up-to-date compilation of scientific data on the communities of natural flora and fauna of Hawaii.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 195-7 - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/hi/division-1-government/hi-rev-st-sect-195-7/
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