HCR 112 Summary

• Recognizes and supports the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs' position on developing the Aha Moku System, a place-based natural resource management system utilizing Hawaii's traditional land districts.

• Urges the Governor to establish the Aha Moku Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to provide guidance on managing Hawaii's natural resources.

• References the Aha Ki'ole Advisory Committee's final 2011 report identifying five elements of best practices: adaptive management, code of conduct, community consultation, education, and eligibility criteria for participation.

• Notes the Governor previously vetoed Senate Bill 23 (2011) which would have created the Aha Ki'ole Advisory Commission, and that stakeholders have since addressed those concerns.

• Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor, Director of Land and Natural Resources, and other state agency leaders and the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs.