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Hawaii House Bill HCR144

Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR144

Introduced
3/11/22  

Caption

Urging The United States Congress To Schedule A Congressional Oversight Hearing To Investigate The State Historic Preservation Division And Amend The Native American Graves Protection Repatriation Act To Require Free, Prior And Informed Consent Of Native American Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, And Native Hawaiian Organizations Before Approving Development Projects.

Impact

The resolution highlights the serious noncompliance of the State Historic Preservation Division with both state and federal laws pertaining to historic preservation, particularly with respect to Native Hawaiian burial sites. The current practices within the division have resulted in a systematic undermining of the protections intended by both NAGPRA and the Hawaii Revised Statutes. By urging Congressional action, HCR144 seeks not only to remedy these issues but also to bring significant federal oversight to ensure the protection of Native Hawaiian heritage and prevent future mismanagement of burial sites, which has led to disputes and legal controversies over many years.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 144 (HCR144) seeks to urge the United States Congress to schedule a Congressional oversight hearing regarding the State Historic Preservation Division of Hawaii. The bill emphasizes the need for the investigation due to ongoing concerns about the mishandling of Native Hawaiian burial sites and ancestral remains. It calls for Congress to amend the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) to require that development projects obtain free, prior, and informed consent from Native American tribes, Alaska Native villages, and Native Hawaiian organizations before proceeding. This is a continuation of efforts to safeguard Native Hawaiian cultural and ancestral rights, which have been under threat due to historical mismanagement and funding issues within state entities.

Contention

The discussion surrounding HCR144 reflects a significant divide on the issue of how best to protect Native Hawaiian burial rights and cultural heritage amidst development pressures. Proponents argue that requiring consent from Native groups prior to development is essential to maintaining respect for Native Hawaiian culture and rights. Conversely, opponents might contend that such requirements could hinder necessary development and could complicate the regulatory landscape for projects across the state. Additionally, there are concerns regarding the adequacy of state resources dedicated to protecting these sacred sites and whether improved legislative measures can successfully address the underlying issues.

Latest HCR144 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR144

Same As Urging The United States Congress To Schedule A Congressional Oversight Hearing To Investigate The State Historic Preservation Division And Amend The Native American Graves Protection Repatriation Act To Require Free, Prior And Informed Consent Of Native American Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, And Native Hawaiian Organizations Before Approving Development Projects.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR32

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Identify The Scope Of Native Hawaiian Cultural Appropriateness For The Purpose Of Addressing Native Hawaiian Disparities.

HI HCR66

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Report On Strategies For Native Hawaiian Rural Resiliency.

HI SB1609

Relating To Native Hawaiian Affairs.

HI HCR130

Urging The United States Department Of The Interior To Work With The Office Of The Governor, Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands, United States Congressional Delegations From Hawaii, And Sovereign Council Of Hawaiian Homestead Associations To Make A Determination In Support Of Act 80, Session Laws Of Hawaii 2017.

HI HB1508

Relating To Native Hawaiian Affairs.

HI SCR67

Urging The Legislature To Preserve, Protect, And Restore Native Hawaiian Limu.

HI HCR33

Urging The Governor And Pertinent State Agencies To Commit To Provide Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals And Families Experiencing Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities.

HI HR206

Urging The United States Congress To Pass The "protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" To Divest Ownership Of Tiktok Or Be Subject To A Nationwide Ban.

HI HR21

Requesting The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs To Identify The Scope Of Native Hawaiian Cultural Appropriateness For The Purpose Of Addressing Native Hawaiian Disparities.

HI HB570

Relating To Native Hawaiian Health.

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HI HR144

Urging The United States Congress To Schedule A Congressional Oversight Hearing To Investigate The State Historic Preservation Division And Amend The Native American Graves Protection Repatriation Act To Require Free, Prior And Informed Consent Of Native American Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, And Native Hawaiian Organizations Before Approving Development Projects.

HI SB3367

Relating To Health.

HI SB98

Relating To Wildlife Management.

HI SB98

Relating To Wildlife Management.

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