HI HB224

Establishes an archaeological permit special account within the Hawaii Historic Preservation Special Fund to receive all archaeological permit fees collected.

Requires permit fees to first cover administrative and operational costs of managing the archaeological permit system, with remaining funds expended as provided in section 6E-16(b).

Increases archaeological permit fees from $50 to $500 for the period January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012, and from $500 to $1,000 beginning January 1, 2013.

Exempts persons conducting archaeological activities for strictly educational purposes or community benefit from the permit fee increases.

Takes effect on July 1, 2011.