HI HB313

Establishes a temporary pilot program called the Hawaiian cultural restoration program within the Department of Public Safety, effective July 1, 2011, to be implemented by January 1, 2012.

Allows low-custody, able-bodied inmates to participate in restoration and rebuilding of historically and culturally significant Hawaiian sites identified and selected by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

Requires the program to provide skills development training that incorporates instruction in historical reconstruction methods and the cultural and historical significance of the restoration sites.

Mandates the State Historic Preservation Division review and approve all proposed work on historic sites before commencement, and classifies the program as an Office of Hawaiian Affairs project for funding purposes.

Appropriates funds for fiscal years 2011-2012 and 2012-2013, with allocated moneys reducing Office of Hawaiian Affairs appropriations by an equal amount; program terminates on June 30, 2015.